Method for automatic call forwarding when a mobile unit goes out of service
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1. A method for call-forwarding comprising the steps of:
- detecting that a mobile unit has gone out of service; and
automatically forwarding calls intended for the mobile unit to a forwarded phone when the mobile unit has gone out of service.
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Abstract
The present invention provides a method for providing automatic call-forwarding service for a mobile unit. If the mobile unit is out of service, calls intended for the mobile unit are automatically forwarded to another phone. This call forwarding occurs automatically without requiring user interaction. Upon detection of the mobile unit coming into service, such as when the mobile unit powers on or enters the service area of a wireless service provider, the automatic call forwarding ceases, and the mobile unit receives its own incoming calls.
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1. A method for call-forwarding comprising the steps of:
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detecting that a mobile unit has gone out of service; and
automatically forwarding calls intended for the mobile unit to a forwarded phone when the mobile unit has gone out of service. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 25)
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13. A method for providing automatic call forwarding of calls intended for a mobile unit, the method comprising the steps of:
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storing a call-forwarding number associated with the mobile unit; and
automatically forwarding calls intended for the mobile unit to the call-forwarding number when the mobile unit is out of service.
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24. A method for providing automatic call-forwarding for calls intended for a mobile unit, the method comprising the steps of:
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receiving a call request for the mobile unit;
determining whether the mobile unit is in service; and
automatically forwarding the call request to a forwarded phone if it is determined that the mobile unit is not in service.
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