# Telemarketer-Thwarting Apps This App Helps You Block Calls From Annoying Telemarketers By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2016-09-08 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/block-calls References: [techcrunch](https://techcrunch.com/2016/09/07/callblocks-new-ios-app-will-block-calls-from-over-2-million-telemarketers/) & [callblockapp](https://callblockapp.com/) Callblock is a new iOS app that is designed to make it easier than ever for you to [block calls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/android-call-reason) from over 2 million telemarketers including but not limited to robo-callers, debt collectors and political activists. This innovative app uses a comprehensive database of public records, private records and [user reporting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/voice-call-anomaly-watch) to ascertain which calls need to be blocked, and is constantly updated to offer the best possible service. The app also allows users to configure call-blocking activity, and users are even giving the option of using [caller ID](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/att-reason-for-call) to be able to manually filter out incoming calls rather than have them blocked by default. If a telemarketer call does get through, users can report the number so that the call gets blocked the next time around. Considering that telemarketer calls are a huge scourge for many, this app definitely makes for an extremely useful addition to your device. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 9% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Telemarketer-blocking Apps:** The rise of telemarketer-thwarting apps to offer a more efficient and personalized solution for blocking unnecessary calls. - **Comprehensive Database Solution:** The development of a comprehensive database solution leveraging public records, private records, and user reporting, to address inefficient communication activities. - **Manual Call Filtering:** The demand for manual filtering of incoming calls to provide users with an opportunity to have greater control over their call experience. ### Where This Applies - **Telecommunications:** Telecommunications companies could benefit from offering more efficient and personalized solutions to manage telemarketer calls and improve customer satisfaction. - **Marketing:** The use of more targeted and less intrusive marketing communication channels could be adopted by marketing companies to improve perception among consumers. - **Technology:** Technology companies can leverage the demand for personalized call management solutions by building mobile apps that help users filter unwanted calls more effectively. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Real-Time Anti-Spam Call Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/truecaller-app.md) - [Smart Call Management](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/automaticall.md) - [Intelligent Call Management](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hiya-ai.md) - [Scam-Thwarting OS Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scam-protection.md) - [AI Call Assistants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/call-ai.md) - [Smart SMS Spam Blockers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mezo-ai.md) - [AI Voicemail Assistants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hellocallerai.md) - [Mobile Call Assistants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/answering-machine.md) - [Boycott-Supporting Phone Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buycott.md)