I currently have my phone set to not accept blocked calls. VOIPO has it set to use the default message: hang up and dial *82 and redial the phone number.

However, I remember years ago, there was a similar system (with a traditional phone provider), but instead of hanging up, you were allowed to dial, I think "2" and continue with the call with your caller ID blocked.

Anybody else remember getting this "alternative" message? To me, it's much more convenient for the caller since they can unblock for the current call and not hang up.

I unfortunately cannot remember the exact details.

Anyway, I would much prefer this as opposed to the standard hanging up and redialing. It seems to me that more providers should do the "press 2 to unblock your call for this call only" (paraphrasing from memory).

Hopefully someone knows what I'm talking about!