Outbound Call Control via Target Number Interception
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Solution Overview
Problem
Mobile devices lack effective methods to control outbound calls based on predefined rules, limiting the ability of third-party applications to provide additional information or redirect users to web-based solutions during calls.
Innovation Solution
A method and system for call control that allows mobile devices to identify outbound phone numbers against a list of target numbers, initiate interactive interfaces, and apply call control rules, thereby redirecting or managing calls without establishing the call through a server or wireless network.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If outbound calls are established through traditional server or wireless network routing, then call connectivity is ensured, but users cannot access additional information or web-based solutions during the call
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary actions by checking whether the outbound phone number is in a target phone number list before the call is established. Call control rules are identified and prepared in advance, allowing the system to intercept and redirect calls proactively rather than reactively, enabling web-based solutions to be presented before the traditional call connection is fully established
Solution Approach 2:
The mobile device itself acts as an intermediary between the user and the call establishment process. By implementing local call control logic that intercepts outbound calls and presents alternative web-based solutions, the device mediates between traditional telephony and modern web services, enabling enhanced call management without requiring external server infrastructure
2Adaptability or versatility
If third-party applications are selectively installed on mobile devices, then device storage is conserved, but call control functionality is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a universal call control mechanism that can be integrated into existing mobile operating systems without requiring dedicated third-party applications. The system provides multi-functional capabilities by handling both traditional call routing and web-based redirection through a single integrated framework, eliminating the need for multiple specialized applications and thereby conserving device storage while maintaining versatility
3Loss of information
If outbound calls are redirected through web-based solutions, then additional information can be presented to users, but direct voice call connectivity is lost
Solution Approach 1:
The system implements dynamic call handling by providing users with multiple actionable options during the call control interface: users can choose to proceed with the traditional voice call, access web-based solutions for additional information, or combine both approaches. This dynamic flexibility allows users to adapt their communication method based on their immediate needs, maintaining ease of operation while enabling comprehensive information delivery
Data Source
AI summary
Computer program products, methods, systems, apparatus, and computing entities are provided for call control. In one embodiment, it can be determined whether an outbound phone number is one of a plurality of target telephone numbers. Responsive to determining that the outbound phone number is one of the plurality of target telephone numbers, one or more call control rules associated with the outbound phone number can be identified. Responsive to identifying the one or more call control rules associated with the outbound phone number, one or more actions to be carried out by the apparatus in accordance with the one or more call control rules can be identified.