Android Users Can Now Block Spam Calls with These 5 Alternative Apps

Spam calls can be frustrating and even lead to financial loss for smartphone users. Google has been working on AI-powered scam call detection, primarily for Pixel phones, but not all Android devices support this feature.

This means that users who don't have access to Google's scam detection need alternative ways to identify and block spam calls. Fortunately, there are several apps available for Android that can help with this problem.

One of the most popular options is Truecaller, which uses a collaborative database built by users to identify spam calls. While it has some limitations, such as relying on user reports and potential false positives, it's still a useful tool for anyone who wants to reduce their exposure to scams.

Malwarebytes Scam Guard takes a different approach, using manual analysis of suspicious content to determine whether it's a scam or not. This can be a useful complement to other spam call prevention tools, especially since fraud doesn't always start with a phone call.