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  • Truecaller finally cracks real-time caller ID for iPhones globally

    Truecaller finally cracks real-time caller ID for iPhones globally

    MUMBAI: Looks like Christmas came early for iOS users this year. What’s the most annoying thing about phone calls? Spam, right?.

    Well worry not because, Truecaller has rolled out its biggest-ever update for iPhone users, bringing real-time caller ID and spam-blocking features to iOS devices running version 18.2 or newer. Finally, iPhone users can enjoy the full power of Truecaller’s spam protection, levelling the playing field with Android.

    Powered by Apple’s Live Caller ID Lookup framework, this update enables iPhones to deliver Truecaller’s hallmark features—real-time caller identification and spam-blocking—using state-of-the-art homomorphic encryption. Truecaller is the first app globally to deploy this technology at scale, ensuring robust privacy while delivering unmatched functionality.

    Truecaller’s CEO Rishit Jhunjhunwala shared his excitement, “We are excited to bring the full power of Truecaller to iPhone. We see tremendous potential and growth in our iPhone user base, and parity with Truecaller’s Android experience has been top of their wishlist. This update does that and more while preserving privacy for all calling activity.”

    Truecaller, a pioneer in filtering unwanted communication for 15 years, has harnessed its latest AI capabilities and a vast global database to identify as many calls as possible. Whether it’s spam or a number you forgot to save, Truecaller now ensures no call goes unidentified—ever.

    But there’s more:

    . Automatic spam blocking: Users can now stop spam calls automatically, a long-requested feature.

    . Search history improvements: Look up previously identified calls, even going back up to 2,000 numbers in the Recents list.

    . Family Premium Plan: Share all Premium benefits with up to four additional people at an affordable monthly or annual price.

    To unlock the magic:

     1.  Ensure your iPhone runs Truecaller version 14.0 or later.

    2.  Open Settings > Apps > Phone > Call Blocking & Identification.

    3. Enable all Truecaller switches, then open the app to start identifying calls instantly.

    Premium subscribers will enjoy all the latest features, while free users will continue to access ad-supported number searches and caller IDs for Verified Businesses. The new auto-blocking and live caller ID features are rolling out globally starting today and will be available to all users within days.

    For years, iPhone users clamoured for Truecaller parity with Android. This update not only meets their expectations but surpasses them with cutting-edge technology, seamless usability, and uncompromising privacy.

    Ready to reclaim your peace from spam calls? Enable Truecaller today and enjoy uninterrupted, hassle-free communication.

  • ‘Zoom Review Show’ completes 200 episodes

    ‘Zoom Review Show’ completes 200 episodes

    MUMBAI: Zoom, the Indian glamour and entertainment channel is high on the heels again. The channel which recently, crossed an unprecedented five million likes on Facebook has added one more success to its tale. The channels’ ‘Zoom Review Show’ crossed the 200 episode milestone on 20 September.

    Hosted by journalist and noted Bollywood expert Omar Qureshi, the show was launched in 2009. This most viewed movie review show on TV now has also become the longest running one.

    Talking about the success, Zoom TV editor-in-chief Omar Qureshi said: “It’s gratifying to reach the daunting milestone of 200 episodes of a weekly show. But all thanks to an amazing audience and a supportive industry who’ve been open to sometime not-so-flattering reviews, since fairness has been the benchmark set. We have always endeavored to give the first complete review and keep the viewing public in mind. And it’s gratifying that the people have given a ‘thumbs up’ to a continually top rated show. Here’s thanking all and cheers to another double century.”

    The show focuses on the regular movie-goer, who is keen on knowing if a movie is value for money or not. The star-cast of the movie, their performances, its musical score, item numbers, most impactful scenes, interesting or funny screenplay, the quality of its visuals – are some of the many factors that come together in determining the movie’s entertainment value. Rather than just giving a critical discourse about a movie, the show sets things into perspective by breaking down the movie for the audience around these aspects and gives a very relatable and believable analysis.

    The programme looks beyond Bollywood releases and also reviews the big Hollywood releases of the week. Acknowledging the importance of music in a Bollywood flick, it also features a dedicated section where the music of upcoming releases is reviewed.

    The completion of 200 episodes got the Bollywood fraternity congratulating the team on its success. Actor Ileana D’cruz said, “I congratulate Omar Qureshi and ‘The Zoom Review Show’ on its 200 episode.”

    Sonakshi Sinha in a message sent to all Zoom viewers said, “It is the one show where I get my reviews and the honest ones, so keep watching!”

    Ajay Devgn in his signature light-hearted style quipped to Omar, “It’s been 200 episodes of ‘Zoom Review Show’ and nobody’s killed you yet. So you’re living through it and I hope you keep surviving. You do a great job; just give a few more stars to my films.”