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Cell Numbers To Be Added To 411

Posted by timothy on from the hidden-consequences dept.

darthC0der writes "Looking for a friend but don't have her phone number with you? For now, you can call directory assistance for her home number, but her wireless digits are off limits from 411. Not for long. The cellular providers are now getting close to making the cellluar numbers available to 411 callers. Here's the link to a CNN article. I don't about you guys but I personally do not want my cellular number to be made available so easily."

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  1. What's even better... by Anonymous Coward · · Score: 5, Funny

    I think cellular phone users should be required to display their cell numbers on a bumper sticker on their cars so I can call them and tell them how shitty they drive when they cut me off on the Dan Ryan. It would be a nice release for those road rage emotions, don't you think?

    1. Re:What's even better... by agentkhaki · · Score: 3, Funny

      My father once suggested a paintball system wherein everyone carried a paint-ball gun. If you drive like an asshole, people nail you. If you get over a certain number of hits, and a cop sees you, you get a ticket.

      Of course, paint washes off, and there'd be no way to keep people from abusing the system... but it'd certainly be a great way to relieve the frustration...

      "What's that... on the cell phone...?" ::stomps the gas pedal while rolling down the window::

      THUNK! THUNK! THUNK!

      "Ahhh..."

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      Ack!
  2. Will there be listed in phone books as well. by SpanishInquisition · · Score: 4, Funny

    What's that sound?
    It's the sound of billions of trees crying.

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    Je t'aime Stéphanie
  3. I don't have a phone.... by Robawesome · · Score: 3, Funny

    you insensitive clod!

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    I did NOT learn everything I need to know in kindergarten.

  4. reality check by djupedal · · Score: 4, Funny

    "I don't about you guys but I personally do not want my cellular number to be made available so easily."

    Since when did what you want/not want become a primary factor with business today? I don't like it either, but I'm not naive enough to believe they have my interests at heart. I'm surprised at your surprise.

  5. Re:Phone books as a waste of paper. by malia8888 · · Score: 3, Funny

    Yes, big, thick phone books are a waste of paper in better neighborhoods like yours. To us they are convenient, free booster seats for our children. Further, are handy temporary jack blocks for our trailers.

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    Harpo Tunnel Syndrome--my wrist feels funny.