uri@arnor.watson.ibm.com (08/16/89)
Hello, everyone! Gotta question. Is is possible to find out who actually is calling you when the phone's ringing? 1) Is it legal (well, I can't see any reasons why not)? 2) Is such a phone available ANYWHERE on the market (i.e. can I buy one)? As I see it, ideally it should have a small screen, where the number you're called from is displayed. Nice feature, isn't it? Regards, Uri. <Disclaimer> [Moderator's Note: The service you refer to is Calling Party ID, and it will become available nationally once the telcos succeed in overcoming the objections of those people who believe their own right to privacy includes the right of making telephone calls anonymously if they desire. Presently, the service is available in New Jersey and a few other selected locations, primarily in the eastern United States. See the first message in this issue of the Digest for a discussion of the legal objections. And yes, the terminal has a little screen, and it is a *great* feature. PT]