Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around the challenges of blocking scam texts that originate from email addresses rather than phone numbers on Android devices. Participants explore potential solutions, share experiences with different Android versions, and suggest alternative methods for managing such messages.
Discussion Character
- Debate/contested, Technical explanation, Exploratory
Main Points Raised
- One participant notes that messages from email addresses cannot be blocked on Android, suggesting the use of apps like Truecaller to manage spam messages.
- Another participant shares a link to a possible solution for blocking texts from email addresses.
- Several participants discuss the availability of the "Add to contacts" option on their devices, with some stating it does not exist on their Android 12 devices, while others confirm it is available on their devices.
- One participant mentions that their Moto-E phone with Android 10 provides a blocking option, contrasting with the experiences of others with the Galaxy S9.
- Another participant suggests using YouTube to find instructional videos on blocking messages on Galaxy phones.
- A participant recommends Super User as a resource for better luck in finding solutions.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants express differing experiences regarding the ability to block messages from email addresses, with no consensus on a definitive solution. Some agree on the limitations of their devices, while others highlight varying functionalities across different Android versions.
Contextual Notes
Limitations include the variability in features across different Android versions and devices, as well as the lack of a universal method for blocking email-originating texts.