Google is working on a solution to the persistent problem of unknown callers. A new “Lookup” button is reportedly in development for the Android Phone app.
This feature directly targets unidentified numbers, aiming to provide users with more information before they choose to answer.
X user AssembleDebug tipped off PiunikaWeb to a new “Lookup” button in the beta version of the Google Phone app that, when tapped, brings up a Google Search with the number already entered for you.
Google Pixel Phone app to get 'Lookup' feature to identify recent unknown callers and some UI tweaks for the emergency in-call screen
— AssembleDebug (@AssembleDebug) April 5, 2024
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Although the Google Phone app is the default for Pixel phones, other Android owners can download it.