Apple’s iOS 26 Is Taking Spam Voicemails to the Next Level
Gone are the days of hovering over a mystery voicemail and feeling like you’re spying on a secret agent. With iOS 26, the Phone app gets a new “Call Screening & Hold Assist” combo that gives you the power to label those annoying spam messages and decide what to do with them.
How It Works
- Open Phone and navigate to the voicemail you’re curious about.
- Press the “Report spam” button if it feels like a scam.
- The voicemail gets sent straight to Apple’s servers.
- From there, you’re presented with three options: Delete, Report, or Keep the message.
Apple keeps its mouth shut about the exact next steps, but it’s not the first time they’re stepping in. They’ve already been handling spam-ish iMessages with similar checks.
Why It Matters
- Less Spam, More Peace: Frees up inboxes and saves your time.
- Community‑Driven: Every spam report helps Apple fine‑tune the filters.
- Humor Anticipated: Apple’s tech support day just got a bit less dry—soon they’ll be thanking you for keeping the phone clean!
Whether you’re a spam‑sceptic or a voicemail‑enthusiast, iOS 26’s new voicemail toggles are a handy tool to reclaim your phone’s sanity.
Apple’s New Call Screening: A Fresh Take on Spam Calls
Reporting a Voicemail Isn’t the Magic Touch
Spamming your phone with a junk voicemail? Filing a report won’t automatically put the caller’s number in the “block” list. Apple’s saying it’s a two‑step process.
What Call Screening Does
Think of this feature as a bouncer for your incoming calls. When an unknown number rings, the phone:
- First Intercept: It pauses the call and pops up a screen.
- Identity Check: It asks the caller to name themselves and explain why they’re calling.
- Give the Power: You decide whether to let the call hang up or go through.
Apple plans to roll out the public version this fall, giving every iPhone user a handy way to keep their dials free of ragtag spam.
Now you can finally say goodbye to mysterious “Joe from Nanny Academy” calls that hop every Wednesday.
