Truecaller Unveils Web Client for Android: Seamless Caller ID and Spam Protection

Truecaller Introduces Web Version with SMS Mirroring and‍ More for ⁢Android Users in India

Truecaller, the popular⁤ caller ID application, has unveiled a ⁢web version called Truecaller for Web. This new offering brings⁣ a host of features ‍to the desktop,‌ including SMS and chat mirroring, call notifications, and ‍number search functionality. Initially, the web version will be ‍exclusively available to Android users in India, ⁤with plans to expand support to other regions in the ​future.

Linking Devices and Session Management

Android users in India can now connect their devices to ⁤the Truecaller web client on a ⁢PC or Mac by scanning‍ a QR code. Similar to linking the web version of messaging apps like WhatsApp or Telegram, ​Truecaller currently allows only one active web⁣ session and automatically signs⁣ out users after 30 days of inactivity.⁤ Users also have the option to manually de-link a browser from their settings.

SMS and Chat Mirroring: A Delayed but Convenient Feature

Although Truecaller is quite late in introducing SMS and chat mirroring, especially compared‍ to Microsoft‘s ​Phone Link functionality ​for both Android and iPhone users on Windows, this feature could still provide users with added‍ convenience. It allows them to quickly reply ⁤to texts or access one-time passwords (OTPs) for login⁣ purposes directly from their desktop.

Enhanced Number Search and Real-Time Caller ID Notifications

While Truecaller already offers ​users the ability to⁣ look up phone numbers on its website, albeit with some rate limits, the web client now ‌enables users to search for ⁢numbers without any such limitations. Additionally, ​the⁢ web client displays ⁣real-time caller ID notifications when a user receives a ​call.

AI-Powered Features and Recent Updates

In recent months, ⁢Truecaller has been focusing on introducing more AI-powered features. Last month, the company ⁢launched a “Max” feature update for Android ‌users, which uses AI‌ to block all calls from unapproved contacts or detected spam. In February, Truecaller also introduced call recording and AI-powered transcription features in India,⁢ following its initial launch in the US last year.

Financial​ Performance ‍and Stock Recovery

Despite registering lower revenues for the​ quarter, which led to a 32% stock dip in October⁣ 2023, Truecaller’s stock has since recovered from its low price of⁢ SEK24.47⁣ ($2.32) and is currently trading around SEK31.68 ($3) at the time of writing.

With the introduction of Truecaller for Web and its ongoing focus on AI-powered features, ​the company aims to enhance user experience and convenience, particularly ⁢for its substantial user base in India.