The Galaxy Watch has a very useful feature that helps you avoid unwanted calls.

He Galactic clock got a feature that will be very useful for those who use it as a mobile extension. Smartwatch is already there support for identifying unwanted calls Thanks to Truecaller. The popular app has released a version for Wear OS, so it is already compatible with Samsung smartwatches and other devices.

Truecaller has announced the release of its smartwatch app. This version allows Identify the person calling you right from your Galaxy Watch screen and choose whether you want to answer or not. The user will also be able to view information about people and access their call and contact history without opening the phone.

The advantage of Truecaller over regular caller ID is that shows names of unknown numbers that are not in your contact list. This way, you can find out whether the call is legitimate or from a supposed bank employee who wants to steal your information. The only detail about this Galaxy Watch app is that it requires the mobile version to be installed.

Truecaller for Wear OS works as an extension of the Android appso they must be paired. Another point to consider is that Truecaller must be set as the default phone app on your mobile phone. If you do not, the Galaxy Watch’s caller ID feature may not display the name of the person calling you.

Galaxy Watch is now compatible with Truecaller: is it worth it?

One of the questions that many people ask is whether it is worth installing Truecaller on their smartwatch. Although the app offers advantages in detecting fraudulent calls, his work leaves much to be desired. Setting it as the default calling app on mobile phone causes a delay (fall behind) when dialing, as well as a wave of advertising if you do not pay for the premium version.

Another argument against is that Truecaller flagged for collecting data without user consent. An investigation published in late 2022 found that the Swedish company had moved its servers to India to avoid GDPR. Truecaller denied the allegations and said it complied with laws and had “rigorous security and governance measures in place.”

The advantage of this application is that has a higher success rate in detecting spam calls and block them compared to Google ID. Proof of its effectiveness is the agreement signed with WhatsApp to integrate into the messaging app.

To install Truecaller on your Galaxy Watch, simply open the Play Store on your watch and type “Truecaller” in the search bar. You can also do this from the mobile app, although you’ll need to go to your profile page and look for the option first. Truecaller for wearing. Application Available on devices running Wear OS 3.0 or higher.