Why does Android keep letting spam calls slip through?

Android's spam call detection tools are evolving, but they're still not good enough

Apr 20, 2025 - 18:09
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Why does Android keep letting spam calls slip through?

With spam calls outnumbering actual calls, they have become one of the biggest nuisances for smartphone users. Phone anxiety has assumed a new form, where I dread yet another call from a scammer. To its credit, Android has been improving its defenses against pesky calls. The situation is better if you have a Google Pixel phone since you get features like Call Screen and Scam Detection. Despite these improvements, a few spam calls continue to slip through the cracks. Are Android's spam call detection tools finally good enough, or must we rely on third-party solutions?