Windows 10: PhoneLink and old cell phone connected

Discus and support PhoneLink and old cell phone connected in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; I have a new cell phone and an old, dead one. The old one - Samsung A51, but it still shows in PhoneLink in "Settings" under "Devices." I have tried... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by DanaReynolds, Apr 17, 2025.

  1. PhoneLink and old cell phone connected


    I have a new cell phone and an old, dead one. The old one - Samsung A51, but it still shows in PhoneLink in "Settings" under "Devices." I have tried the suggested fixes, but I don't have a screen that says "about PhoneLink."

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    DanaReynolds, Apr 17, 2025
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  2. twilyth Win User

    Blocking Cell Phone Numbers

    Here's one way to get around the problem. It's kludgy but it should work.

    Get a VOIP based phone service or a magic jack. For 24/7 access, you're better off with VOIP that uses an ethernet adapter, but that's up to the user.

    The important point is to find one that lets you create your own "black list" of callers. Usually they will have both black and white list options and these are usually a subcategory under the "do not disturb" or similar feature.

    The provider will usually let you create a second number for $5-10 per month. You'll use this for your cell phone number. If it is ever compromised, you can change it easily without affecting the base number.

    Forward the second number to your cell phone and give everyone that one as your "cell phone" number. There will be a delay of a few seconds as calls get routed, but who cares. It's not like any of us is on Obama's speed dial right?

    Now when you get assholes calling you, just add them to the black list.

    You can also block calls w/o caller id this way if your cell phone co. doesn't already do that for you.
     
    twilyth, Apr 17, 2025
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  3. California to Ban Cell Phones/Laptops/Mobile Devices on Road

    Ive almost been hit 100 times by folks talking on their damn cell phones and not paying attention. About time someone stepped up and did something.
     
    WarEagleAU, Apr 17, 2025
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  4. PhoneLink and old cell phone connected

    YOUR PHONE and a Samsung Cell

    Had this working last year on a different cell and number. YourPhone does not recognize the new cell. I am thinking that it is trying to link to the old one. The new cell has the APP installed and it says Your Phone And Pc Are Connected.
    What to do!!! Is there a way to give the PC the new cell number ( just guessing ). I can send out texts to any cell but cnat link to mine.

    A bit lost here; please help. Will try to uninstall it all while waiting. Thanks.

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    needlenoses, Apr 17, 2025
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