Recently, it looked like a minor iPhone update was coming, but then it vanished without trace. Now, it’s just gone live.

iOS 26 allows iPhones to screen unknown calls using AI. Callers provide reason for calling; responses are transcribed in real time. Users can reply with pre-written or custom messages via AI voice.

A simple setting change can keep hidden numbers from interrupting your day ...

Apple's iOS 26 introduced a new call filtering feature for unknown numbers. The feature allows users to screen or silence unknown numbers, or ask why they're calling. I tried it out for a few days, ...

Apple is taking a more proactive approach to spam and cold calls in iOS 26. A new call screening feature lets your iPhone intercept unknown callers, ask them to identify themselves, and show you their ...