Incoming calls shows as unknown

Why do all my incoming calls show unknown, even when they are from people in my contact list?

iPhone XR, iOS 13

Posted on Mar 25, 2020 7:46 AM

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Posted on Mar 25, 2020 8:23 AM

If there is no number displayed and instead it says “unknown” that means that your carrier is not providing caller ID to your phone. You need to call them. If it displays a number but does not display a contact name go to Settings/Phone and turn on Dial Assist.

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Incoming calls shows as unknown

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