Google is rolling out its Call Screen robocall blocking feature to all of its Pixel phones this week, even old ones like the Pixel and Pixel 2. It was previously only on the Pixel 3 and Pixel 4. Here's how to use it.
are working in the background to prevent robocalls too. Sometimes they still sneak through or only work on certain phones though., let you automatically send calls that are received from people who aren't in your address book right to voicemail. But sometimes you miss an important call from someone, like a doctor whose number you might not have saved.
Google's Pixel phones aren't as popular as Apple's iPhones or even other Android phones made by companies like Samsung. But unique features that rely on Google's data, like Call Screen, might make them more appealing to customers in the coming years. Call Screen works in a couple different ways. There's one where the Google Assistant can answer the call for you -- and see who's calling, after which you can deny the call or tell someone you'll call back later. But, in the fall, Google also added a filter that just blocks the call before your phone even rings.. The update is rolling out this week, so you might not see it yet. Once you get it, you're ready to turn Call Screen on.Tap Menu on the top-right of the screen.
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