Spam calls are probably the most annoying daily issue that has arisen with smartphones. Either it's a salesperson cold ...

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iOS 26 introduces a robust set of tools designed to help you manage incoming phone calls with greater efficiency and precision. With features such as real-time call screening, live voicemail ...

Spam calls have become such a nuisance that many people simply don't answer their phone unless they recognize the number. In iOS 26, though, you can learn about who's calling before you respond, ...

In late July, Android Authority reported that Google was working on a new “Calling Cards” feature for its Contacts app. Yesterday, it began rolling out widely for everyone to use. When you receive a ...

Google is testing a new calling feature that lets callers mark calls as urgent, allowing important calls to break through Do Not Disturb.

Lately, I’ve been avoiding phone calls and texting people more than I used to. I might prefer to pick up a phone, but then I think calling someone will interrupt their day and be an unwelcome ...

Google is developing a new calling feature that would allow you to mark your calls as Urgent using the Phone app. Callers might be able to add a short message along with an emoji to make their call ...

The network-based assistant will automatically screen calls from unknown numbers. The network-based assistant will automatically screen calls from unknown numbers. is a news writer who covers the ...

Similar to the iPhone, the Google Phone and Contacts apps are introducing customizable “calling cards” that some beta users are beginning to see. Instead of just seeing a person’s profile picture at ...