Paris Embroiled In Voicemail Scandal Oct 22, 2009
SpoofCard, which sells calling cards that give callers the ability to change what someone sees on their caller ID, found out about the voicemail hacking when they reviewed customer call records. "My client has informed me that they are absolutely certain Paris Hilton is involved based on the records that they have," SpoofCard's attorney Mark Del Bianco told The ShowBuzz. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Firefighters get pay bump despite economy Oct 20, 2009
peter cassidy wrote on Oct 17, 2009 1:04 PM:" my caller id did not show any call from the press in the last 2 days. ". Post a comment. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Multichannel Newswire Oct 20, 2009
0 and IP Multimedia Subsystem architectures, which promises to let cable operators more easily deploy multiplatform communications services like caller ID on TV. A quartet of civil rights organizations has asked the FCC to "correct or amend" its decision to allow online commenters to the FCC's blog to weigh in on proposed open Internet rules during the seven-day period when Sunshine rules prevent lobbying of commiissioners on public meeting agenda items. Blogs. (Multichannel News)
Letter: Construction business has its risks Oct 17, 2009
To date, my office or home never received a call or message from anyone at the Townsman (as verified by caller ID) regarding this incident. Stating otherwise (whether deliberately or mistakenly) certainly skews the story and is a disservice to your readers. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
Man in van allegedly tries to abduct Natick student Oct 16, 2009
If the call goes to voice mail, no caller ID is recorded, Grassey said in a news release. If desired, anonymity is assured to any individual providing information. (Boston Globe)
Clark left Braves, Hudson hopes to stay Oct 16, 2009
I mean, before my phone rang just now, and I had to ignore the call from some kid at my alma mater, calling for the fourth consecutive night, surely to get some cash out of me (I haven t bothered answering, just saw the KS UNIV on the caller ID and let it go. I support my school and the mighty Jayhawks, and just sent them a check a few weeks ago, but it never stops, man. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Automated Phone Scam Oct 14, 2009
Search the District, Virginia and Maryland. (WUSA) -- If you get an automated call on your cell or home phone that says your debit, checking and other bank accounts have been compromised, hang up. (W-USA News, DC)
Garner open to leading Astros again Oct 13, 2009
"All of sudden on the caller ID it showed Phil Garner was calling, and I picked up and said, 'Are you a candidate?'" Smith said. "I was being facetious. 'Well,' he said, 'I wouldn't mind it, but it's up to you guys.'". (MLB.com -- Houston Astros)
Legislators tackle important issues at local breakfast (2) Oct 12, 2009
The Indiana Telecommunications Privacy Protection Act, according to Koch, will help protect Hoosiers from Caller ID manipulation and the use of pretexting to obtain confidential customer records from a telecommunications service provider. Goodin said the ISTEP Plus test is still a big political issue in the Statehouse as well. (Brownstown Jackson County Banner, IN)
Cover Story: To Win Wallets, Win Hearts First Oct 11, 2009
Cross-platform applications such as caller ID to TV and e-mail viewer. What are you doing to reduce outages and improve picture quality. (Multichannel News)
District to Use H1N1 Notification System Oct 10, 2009
The SchoolReach service will transmit from the district's main caller ID with a message recorded by he superintendent or other school official. If a live answer is detected, the message will start playing shortly after someone says hello. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
State police warn of Medicare phone scam Oct 10, 2009
The scammers are using a 866-234-2255 caller ID number. According to a Thursday news release from the Cheboygan MSP post the caller will state they are from Medicare and are calling to verity the intended victims address and in the process ask for the persons date of birth. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Phone scam targets Guild Road women Oct 10, 2009
Police spoke to the woman s son-in-law who provided them with the phone number that appeared on the caller ID. A callback revealed the number had been disconnected. Police then contacted John Hancock representatives, who informed them the number did not belong to the company. (Needham Tab, MA)
A breast cancer guide for men Oct 9, 2009
The mammogram center name and number popped up on Sharons caller ID: We found an abnormality. . (MSNBC -- Health)
There oughtta be a law . . . Oct 6, 2009
When you receive a cell phone call, you usually have to look at the caller ID because we all are avoiding calls (from interns we had sex with), so, don t go there, girlfriend. Just don t go there, okay. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Why Haven't CableCards Taken Off? Oct 3, 2009
All interactive functions are inaccessible ; including the on-screen guide, VOD, caller ID on TV, switched digital video, and any other interactive TV applications such as Time Warner Cable;s Start Over. is cable;s solution for providing access to two-way cable services, and the industry is still pushing that rock up the hill. (Multichannel News)
Saving Face: The Silent 2-Year-Old Speaks! Oct 2, 2009
But the first message, and all 13 that follow, shows the same Washington, D.C., number on my caller ID. And every one of the 14 messages has the same message, left in an ever higher register: "Erica. Zoe Fine here from BarCzar. Where the hell are you? Listen, the cable bookers are burning my cell up. Senator Lyndon Laden just left his wife of 20 years for some chickie who works at the Library of Congress! And his wife is giving a press conference in the morning. Your timing couldn't be better.... (Slate)
Fire Dept.: False alarms costly Sep 30, 2009
jlayton394 wrote on Sep 29, 2009 9:08 PM:" I thought caller ID was created to prevent false alarms? Find out where the call came from and charge the person listed to that number.m7bHG ". tech wrote on Sep 29, 2009 10:34 PM:" tray,You dont always see a fire truck going to all medical 911 calls.On most medical calls the FD is dispatched as First Responders with EMS. I think it may be up to the dispatchers discretion ". (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Dr. Murray Feingold: The call in the middle of the night Sep 25, 2009
The caller ID said, "private number.". A very close friend of mine, who was having some health issues, has such a private number. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Readers warned of telephone scam Sep 23, 2009
The scam is called ID spoofing, which is the ability of the scammer to have a legitimate caller ID show up on the caller ID display ... newspaper appeared on the caller ID of those who took out classified ads ... The spoofed caller ID information adds even more legitimacy. (Montana Standard, MT)
COHASSET POLICE: Out-of-control telemarketer Sep 22, 2009
The caller ID did not show the number where he was calling from. Loading commenting interface. (Cohasset Mariner, MA)
'Social' phones to reveal all about your caller; Robo.to application to be available on iPhone... Sep 21, 2009
Forget caller ID. A coming wave of social mobile phones is likely to tell you everything you ever wanted to know and more about the person calling you. An application called Robo. (The Drudge Report)
InteleCom Announces the Appointment of Ann Colness as Its Corporate Spokesperson Sep 19, 2009
The VoIP service being offered by MSI supports call waiting, caller ID, call forwarding and screening and online account management. Additional features include find me/follow me, voice mail-to-email and three-way calling. (Primezone Releases)
Police: Man Impersonates DCF Worker Sep 18, 2009
According to the arrest report, when the grandmother obtained the phone number from caller ID and called him the next day, he identified himself as Donald Smith, but claimed he was a crack addict and said he had rented his cell phone to someone the previous day. But the grandmother and the girl both identified the voice as the man who make the initial call. (News4Jax.com, FL)
For Home Phone, Bright House Networks Continues to Rank Highest In Customer Satisfaction in the South Sep 17, 2009
Bright House Networks has continued to live up to that promise by introducing innovative customer care initiatives, easier to understand billing practices and simple to use products that are available when customers want them including features like Start Over and Caller ID on PC.. The 2009 Residential Telephone Customer Satisfaction Study is based on responses collected in January, April, and July 2009 from more than 13,600 customers nationwide who receive their local and long distance... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
In Perspective--Reminiscing about the past 79 years Sep 17, 2009
That system also had caller ID. Every one on the line had his or her own signature way of ringing the shorts and longs -- the length of each short or long, the length of the pause between each ring, and the speed with which the shorts and longs were rung. Every phone on the line rang with each call. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Military Wrongly Told Dad Soldier-Son Died Sep 16, 2009
Does'nt he have caller ID. That might help. The phone company can certainly help track that call. (CBS News -- US)
Privacy Tips Sep 16, 2009
Your local phone company may also offer some "custom calling services" like Caller ID and Call Block which can be used to limit unsolicited calls. Records are for remembering more than just memories. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
Phone scam dials in Atmore Sep 15, 2009
Henderson said caller ID revealed that the number origination was Kingston, Jamaica, but he said the person on the other line asked that the money be sent to Spokane, Wash. The Advance s attempts to reach the alleged company were unsuccessful and a reverse Internet search of the address provided revealed a home in a residential community. (Atmore Advance, AL)
It's JZ, leave a message... Sep 15, 2009
Really, Terror, I can see your caller ID.. Hi, this is Zuma. (iAfrica.com)
‘Guiding Light’ growing dim: final episode airs (7) Sep 14, 2009
Guiding Light growing dim: final episode airs - Somerset - Daily American. You may have read about the first time I fell off the wagon two years ago. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
A family with fight Sep 13, 2009
So the Monday after Mr. Nickels played in the spring game, his sister was in Thomson getting an MRI. Two days later the phone rang, and the caller ID said it was from the pediatric orthopedic oncology department at Egelston Children's Healthcare in Atlanta. They wanted to see Calli in three hours, so Casey drove from Athens to Thomson to pick up the MRI films and meet the rest of the family in Atlanta. (The Augusta Chronicle)
* Motorola unveils first Android-powered smartphone Sep 12, 2009
For example, Jha said, caller ID on the phone will display the name of the incoming caller along with their profile picture and latest status update. Updates from social networks or e-mail can also be streamed and viewed on the phones home screen. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Motorola unveils Android-powered smartphone, the Cliq Sep 11, 2009
For example, Jha said, caller ID on the phone will display the name of the incoming caller, their latest profile picture and latest status update. The Cliq also features a camera and video camera and a full complement of Google mobile services such as Google calender, Google maps and built-in GPS.. (Yahoo! Asia News)
COLUMN: No more simple nights of TV viewing Sep 11, 2009
Just as I was swearing off television for the rest of my life, the phone rang and I recognized a very technically savvy daughter s number on the caller ID.. The Hi mom I received was followed by snickers and questions about how I enjoyed my stem cell program. (Easton Journal, MA)
Cops: Harvard University students caught stealing Cambridge street signs Sep 10, 2009
Groeneveld allegedly grabbed Cherubino s left arm when he reached down to look at the caller ID on another student s cell phone. Cherubino pushed him back, and that s when Groeneveld allegedly hit Cherubino in the chest. (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
Google Voice has cool tricks, but has downsides Sep 10, 2009
This allows the recipient to see your Google Voice number appear on his caller ID.. The sound quality was fine but I noticed a delay. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Around Oconee: Revival on the hill Sep 9, 2009
If you suspect a caller is fraudulent, write down the incoming phone number if you have caller ID, then call law enforcement and Walton EMC.. Surviving a divorce workshop at Briarwood. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Solutions can be found only if we discuss problems Sep 4, 2009
Caller ID and call tracing exists and so does DNA for letters sent with threats. Catch the bastard criminals and save 250,000-plus. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Republicans’ shameless senior moment Sep 4, 2009
If someone comes selling that as your legacy, Granny, check your caller ID and block that con artist. Ellen Goodman s e-mail address is. (Boston Globe)
Around Oconee: Festival on horizon Sep 2, 2009
If you suspect a caller is fraudulent, write down the incoming phone number if you have caller ID, then call law enforcement and Walton EMC.. Originally published in the Athens Banner-Herald on Wednesday, September 02, 2009. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Reminiscing about a simpler time Aug 30, 2009
25 years ago there was no text messaging, e-mails, voice mails, caller ID or call waiting. People actually made phone calls and wrote letters. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Know when to fold them Aug 28, 2009
When his name pops up on my caller ID and I purposely ignore it, or hearing his voice makes my skin crawl, when he s touches me and I pull back, time to fold em. Dan. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Scammers targeting classifieds customers Aug 26, 2009
Calls from the Empire will show up on caller ID as 907-586-3740. Do not give out account numbers until verifying the caller's identity. (Juneau Empire)
Empire warns about bogus advertising calls Aug 25, 2009
The Juneau Empire will not call after 5 p.m. or on weekends, and all calls will clearly show the number 907-586-3740 and Juneau Empire in caller ID. Credit card information should never been given out unless the caller has been verified. Share this page. (Juneau Empire)
One ringy dingy Aug 24, 2009
Delicious food, fresh ingredients, large servings, good service, moderate prices (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Let granddaughter make up her own mind on sorority Aug 21, 2009
I've seen on my caller ID that he has called a couple of times, but he didn't leave a message. I haven't called back, and I am trying to move on. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
NEAPNEA announces 2009 news writing award winners Aug 19, 2009
Second: The Providence (R.I.) Journal; Peter Donahue; Caller ID. Third: Boston Herald; Paul Keaney; Crockefeller. (Concord Monitor)
Comcast Enhances Triple Play With Launch of Universal Caller ID(TM) Service Aug 19, 2009
Aug. 18 /PRNewswire/ -- Comcast, the nation's leading provider of entertainment, information and communications, today announced that customers who subscribe to its Triple Play of digital cable, high-speed Internet and digital voice services in Michigan can now view incoming caller information on their TV and computer screens with the launch of the Universal Caller ID(TM) service. Now available at no additional cost, the new Universal Caller ID feature provides three-product customers more... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
White pages delivery to end? Aug 18, 2009
It noted the growing number of homes without land line service, the ability of wireless devices to store numbers, increased use of caller ID to capture numbers and use of the Internet to find numbers. For nearly a hundred years, the residential white pages directory was likely one of the most utilized books, and it served its purpose well. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Herding Squirrels: Phone fun with the hubby Aug 18, 2009
My work phone has caller ID. Thus, I always know when he calls. This leaves ample room for hilarity to ensue. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
CodeRED to send out message Wednesday (784) Aug 17, 2009
The Caller ID will read (866) 419-5000 or Emergency Communications Network for CodeRED calls ... For CodeRED Weather Warning calls, either the number (800) 566-9780 or Emergency Communications Network will appear on Caller ID displays. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
AT&T U-verse Arrives in the Memphis Metropolitan Area Aug 16, 2009
Caller ID and Call Waiting might not work simultaneously with AT&T U-verse Voice. Unlimited Plan: Includes unlimited calling within the U.S. and to Canada and U.S. Territories. (PR Newswire)
If you get FOOD STAMPS then you are GUARNTEED FREE monthly Phone Service Aug 14, 2009
But I must say that when I went through my mail on Tuesday evening and came across a flyer that stated "Do you receive regular FOOD STAMP Benifits? If so then you are GURANTEED A FREE HOME PHONE with Caller ID, Call Waittig, and Unlimited Long Distance!" I went CRAZY. As I stated above, my husband and I work hard for everything we have, and yet every other month we end up having to empty what little savings we have accumlated to make it through the next pay period. (New Iberia, LA)
Comcast adds channels in HD, other services Aug 14, 2009
Additional digital services include universal caller ID, the ability to send text messages from a home telephone and an enhanced cordless telephone, which is Internet and telephone service built into one, Mr. Khan said. Comcast is also expanding its video on demand services and plans to have more than 10,000 programs and shows, in addition to more than 1,000 HD choices, when the company completes the transition. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Reid Fires Back Over Spoof Robocalls Aug 13, 2009
The caller ID lists Reid s office as the source, although they have actually originated from a still-unknown outside source. An unidentified organization is dishonestly using Sen. (Roll Call)
Hospitals slow to use technology to halt errors Aug 11, 2009
(08-10) 04:00 PDT San Antonio -- At a nurses station at busy Metropolitan Methodist Hospital, Dr. Randy Panther pauses to check the Caller ID on his incessantly ringing cell phone. Then he uses a high-tech device called an electronic prescription pad to order antibiotics for a patient's infection. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Technology enlisted to reduce errors Aug 10, 2009
Stopping only to check the caller ID every few seconds on his incessantly ringing cellphone, Dr. Randy Panther types in an order at the nurses' station for an antibiotic to treat a patient's infection. A pop-up window on the screen warns that the patient has a drug allergy. (Albany Times Union)
The Good Samaritan still lives Aug 10, 2009
I didn t recognize the caller ID, but because I have children and grandchildren, I answered, fearing an accident, a health crisis or something else. The very last thing on my mind was what I foolishly had done earlier in the day. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
* NCC should play a role in fighting Web fraud Aug 9, 2009
For example, criminals suspected of fraud avoid being caught by using IP telephony to call from China or other countries, changing their caller ID to a government number or even 165 to foil investigators. Unless the government designates an agency to oversee the Internet and get a handle on key sources of fraud, it will be difficult to resolve these problems, even if the number of police officers dealing with fraud is increased substantially. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
O’Malley looks back Aug 9, 2009
I thought, I really need to get caller ID on this thing. There are other moments of humor in the narrative; O Malley writes, Had I known I was going to be a bishop, I would have studied much harder in the seminary. (Boston Globe)
Roethlisberger accuser says callers hounding her Aug 7, 2009
Police said the woman does not have caller ID, but that they were able to track two of the phone numbers -- one in Miami and one in Pittsburgh. A deputy called both numbers but did not reach anyone. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Ben Roethlisberger's accuser reports harassing phone calls Aug 7, 2009
Sheriff's deputies investigating the harassing phone calls said most of the caller ID numbers were blocked, but a few were recorded by McNulty's answering machine. One was a threatening call from a male caller in Miami who spoke with a Russian accent and identified himself as Shad Winters, the police report said. (USA Today -- Sports)
Comcast Launches New Technologies for Oregon and SW Washington Customers Aug 5, 2009
Universal Caller ID(TM) and Free iPhone(TM) Application Integrate Digital Cable, High-Speed Internet and Digital Voice; Technologies Available Free to Triple Play Customers ... Aug. 4 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Comcast, the nation's leading provider of entertainment, information and communications, today announced new technologies to bring together the company's digital cable, high-speed Internet and digital voice offerings with the launch of Universal Caller ID(TM) and a mobile application for... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
That has been available here in Spokane Washington for the past 2... Aug 5, 2009
Comcast Takes Caller ID On TV, PCs To Pacific Northwest ... Comcast this week will launch Universal Caller ID in Oregon and southwest Washington state, letting triple-play subscribers view incoming caller information on their TV and computer screens ... The operator said Universal Caller ID will be available to some triple-play customers in Oregon and Washington as early as Tuesday, and will roll out across the market over the next week. (Multichannel News)
