The New Thread App Shows Social Media Contacts Through Caller ID
Andrew Sztein — March 19, 2013 — Tech
References: itunes.apple & bitrebels
Considering how the smartphone you take out of the box for the first time is rarely the same device even a week later, it's surprising that it took the Thread app to overhaul the standard iPhone caller ID setup.
While there's nothing fundamentally wrong with the stock caller ID software built into every iPhone, the new Thread app upgrades it in ways you never knew you wanted. For example, the Thread app will synchronize your contacts and incoming calls to the caller's existing Facebook and Twitter accounts. That means that you can screen your calls like never before, even during a call. The Thread app also allows users to group their contacts by personalized groups, and even updates the ubiquitous iPhone dialer with a newer, cleaner design that has a lot more savvy tech appeal. The Thread app will also display your most recent interactions with the caller through text and social media. It's caller ID for the 21st century.
While there's nothing fundamentally wrong with the stock caller ID software built into every iPhone, the new Thread app upgrades it in ways you never knew you wanted. For example, the Thread app will synchronize your contacts and incoming calls to the caller's existing Facebook and Twitter accounts. That means that you can screen your calls like never before, even during a call. The Thread app also allows users to group their contacts by personalized groups, and even updates the ubiquitous iPhone dialer with a newer, cleaner design that has a lot more savvy tech appeal. The Thread app will also display your most recent interactions with the caller through text and social media. It's caller ID for the 21st century.
Trend Themes
1. Social Media Caller ID Integration - The trend of integrating social media contact information into caller ID software provides a more comprehensive view of incoming calls and enables better call screening.
2. Personalized Contact Grouping - The trend of personalized contact grouping in caller ID apps allows users to organize and manage their contacts more effectively, enhancing their calling experience.
3. Enhanced Caller Interaction History - The trend of displaying recent interactions with callers through text and social media in caller ID apps creates a more contextual and informative calling experience.
Industry Implications
1. Mobile Communication - The mobile communication industry can benefit from integrating social media contact information into caller ID software, offering users a more efficient and personalized calling experience.
2. Software Development - The software development industry has opportunities to create and enhance caller ID apps with personalized contact grouping and interactive call history features, providing users with a more intuitive and user-friendly experience.
3. Social Media Platforms - Social media platforms can explore partnerships and collaborations with caller ID apps to integrate their contact data and provide users with seamless access to their social media networks during calls.
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