Is it okay to call after sending in an application?

I sent out several applications in the past two weeks for jobs I seem to qualify for but I have not received any response for an interview. It’s pretty frustrating. There are two jobs that I’m very interested in that I applied for about a week ago. The job posting was new so it’s not likely the position has been filled. I haven’t got any response!

Some people say I should call them to ask about the status of my application. But some people say it’s very annoying and that if they want me they’d call me. I’m not sure what to do here.