Truecaller, the popular caller identification app, has launched a new Live Caller ID feature for iPhone users. This feature makes it easier for users to search for details of incoming calls from unknown numbers. The app has integrated Apple’s virtual assistant, Siri, into the system to let users quickly find details about the caller. However, the feature is not available to everyone, as it is exclusively available to premium subscribers of Truecaller on devices with iOS 16 and newer.
How Does the Truecaller Live Caller ID Feature Work?
Whenever an iPhone user receives an incoming call from an unknown number, they will be able to activate Truecaller with their voice by simply saying “Hey Siri, Search Truecaller.” The app will then quickly capture the number, find out more information about the caller, and present it on top of the calling screen. This new feature leverages Siri Shortcuts and App Intents to deliver results. According to the company, Live Caller ID with Siri searches the entire Truecaller database, providing the same quality of information as Truecaller on Android.
How to Set Up Truecaller Live Caller ID on iPhone:
To set up the Truecaller Live Caller ID feature on an iPhone, follow these steps:
- Go to the Premium tab within the Truecaller app and click on ‘Add to Siri.’
- This will help you add the shortcut with one tap. The first time you use this feature, you will be asked to allow access for Truecaller. Choose ‘Always allow’ to avoid being prompted again.
- Once you set up the Siri shortcut, you simply need to say ‘Hey Siri, search Truecaller,’ and Truecaller will instantly tell you who is calling.
Other New Features Coming to Truecaller on iPhone
Apart from the Live Caller ID feature, Truecaller has also added several other features in its latest update, making the app even more useful for iPhone users. One such feature is the ability to view and add comments on the numbers that are marked as spam. Users can view user feedback on a spammer that others might provide, and they can also report their own experience on unknown calls. In addition, the update includes a revamped SMS filtering feature that automatically categorizes incoming SMS messages into Finance, Orders, Reminders, Coupons, Offers, and Junk. This feature is currently live for iOS 16 and newer versions in India, South Africa, and Nigeria, and the company has confirmed that it will soon roll out the features to some other countries as well.
Conclusion
Truecaller’s new Live Caller ID feature for iPhone users is a welcome addition that makes it easier for users to find details about incoming calls from unknown numbers. Although the feature is only available to premium subscribers, it provides a new level of convenience to those using Truecaller on iPhone. With the integration of Siri Shortcuts and App Intents, the feature delivers accurate results and searches the entire Truecaller database. In addition, the app’s other new features, such as the ability to view and add comments on spam numbers and the revamped SMS filtering feature, make Truecaller an even more useful app for iPhone users.
