Spam calls are a persistent nuisance, with scammers using tactics like fake delivery alerts, car warranty scams, and bank account suspension threats. While no method can eliminate all spam calls, iPhone users can take steps to reduce their frequency.
One effective setting is "Silence Unknown Callers," available on iPhones running iOS 13 and later. When enabled, calls from numbers not in your contacts, recent outgoing calls, or Siri suggestions are silenced and sent to voicemail. This can significantly cut down on interruptions from unknown numbers.
Another option is to use third-party call-blocking apps from the App Store, such as Truecaller, Hiya, or RoboKiller. These apps use large databases to identify and block known spam numbers. They can be enabled in Settings > Phone > Call Blocking & Identification.
Additionally, carriers like AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile offer free spam filtering services. For example, AT&T Call Protect, Verizon Call Filter, and T-Mobile Scam Shield can automatically block or label suspected spam calls. Users should check with their carrier for availability and activation.
While these measures can help, users should remain cautious and never provide personal information to unknown callers. Reporting spam calls to the FTC or carrier can also aid in combating the issue.
