Truecaller, the popular caller ID and an app known for spam-blocking capabilities has introduced a huge update for iOS users. This time, the real-time caller ID functionality is coming to Apple devices.
The new update takes advantage of Apple's Live Caller ID Lookup, brought to iOS 18, to deliver an iPhone user experience on par with the app's Android offering.
How to Turn On Real-Time Caller ID on iPhone
To activate the Live Caller ID feature, iPhone users need to follow these steps, according to MacRumors.
- Go to Settings, then click Apps.
- After that, click Phone, then tap Call Blocking & Identification.
- Enable all Truecaller switches.
- Open the Truecaller app to complete the setup.
- Once enabled, the app retrieves caller information securely and displays it in real-time during incoming calls.
Enhanced Privacy with Homomorphic Encryption
Truecaller's update introduces advanced privacy measures to comply with Apple's strict security standards. Using homomorphic encryption, the app processes encrypted requests from the Phone app, ensuring that caller information is only decrypted locally on the user's iPhone.
As per TechCrunch, this method safeguards user data by allowing computations on encrypted data, adding an extra layer of security while delivering accurate caller ID information.
Truecaller's Growing iOS User Base
While the majority of Truecaller's 2.6 million subscribers are Android users, the iOS market contributes significantly to the company's revenue. Truecaller has around 750,000 iPhone subscribers, accounting for 40% of its total revenue.
iPhone users are five times more likely to subscribe to Truecaller's premium tier compared to Android users, generating 80% more revenue per user. These figures highlight the importance of delivering feature-rich updates for iOS.
New Features and Improvements for iOS Users
In addition to real-time caller ID, Truecaller's latest update includes:
- Bold Caller Name Display: The caller's name appears prominently over their number.
- Spam Call Blocking: Enhanced spam call detection and automatic blocking.
- Call History Search: Users can now search for up to 2,000 previously identified calls in their Recents list.
Truecaller is also working on integrating image support for caller ID, bringing even more personalization to its iOS platform.
Feature Parity Across Platforms
Before this update, Truecaller's iOS version depended on a locally stored dictionary of limited phone numbers for caller identification, while its Android counterpart had already started to offer real-time caller ID.
With the new update, iPhone users can now enjoy the same level of functionality as Android users, which will make the app more competitive on both platforms.
Subscription Plans for iOS Users
Truecaller offers several subscription tiers for iOS users:
- Premium Tier: $9.99/month or $74.99/year.
- Family Plan: $14.99/month or $99.99/year, supporting multiple users.
- Gold Subscription: $249/year for enhanced features and premium customer support.
Truecaller Raises the Bar for iOS Caller ID
Truecaller's real-time caller ID update for iOS is a game-changer, launching a secure and seamless experience that matches the app's Android functionality.
With advanced privacy features, improved spam-blocking capabilities, and an intuitive interface, Truecaller continues to set the standard for caller identification apps.
With iPhone users embracing premium plans in greater numbers, the promise of feature-packed performance by Truecaller keeps it a go-to choice for millions. From spam calls to simply staying in the know about incoming calls, this update puts Truecaller squarely in the must-have apps list for iOS users.
