I'm getting calls from out of state (Tennessee, I think). I've blocked the number, but I see the number show up on Recents almost every day. The other issue with this number is that it's making calls out from my phone! What can I do to stop this?

How do I stop a phone number from out of state that is calling my number almost every day, at the same time, and then it makes calls out from my phone? I've already blocked the number but it still shows up on the Recents list of phone calls. I don't have Bluetooth, so that's not turned on. In settings, under Phone, the "Calls on Other Devices" is in off mode. "Wi-Fi Calling" is in off mode. "Silence Unknown Callers" is also in off mode. Somewhere I read to try turning off "Dial Assist" but I haven't tried that.

Posted on Jan 16, 2023 10:57 AM

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Jan 17, 2023 5:16 PM in response to Valleygirl2023

Hello Valleygirl2023,


Thank you for using Apple Support Communities. Sounds like you're experiencing issues with unwanted calls appearing on your device. We also notice that you're already coming from the following resource below:


Detect and block spam phone calls - Apple Support


This is a great resource to review for help in blocking spam calls. If that resource isn't helping, you can try to manually block that number as well. The following resource can show you how to accomplish this task: Block phone numbers, contacts, and emails on your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support


From the Phone app, tap Recents, then tap the Info button Info button next to the phone number or contact that you want to block. Scroll down, then tap Block this Caller.


You also mentioned that this number is showing up in your Recent calls list. This doesn't sound like expected behavior. You might want to consider installing the latest iOS update. The newest updates include various security updates to keep your device safe and secure. Just in case you do have pending updates, you can use this link to guide you through the update process: Update your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support


1.) Back up your device using iCloud or your computer.
2.) Plug your device into power and connect to the internet with Wi-Fi.
3.) Go to Settings > General, then tap Software Update.
4.) If you see more than one software update option available, choose the one that you want to install.
5.) Tap Install Now. If you see Download and Install instead, tap it to download the update, enter your passcode, then tap Install Now. If you don't know your passcode, learn what to do.

Your carrier can also help you block specific phone numbers as well. You might want to try reaching out to them for assistance. Lastly, if your feel that you want to better secure your Apple ID, this resource can also help you: Security and your Apple ID - Apple Support



We hope this information is helpful. Cheers.




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I'm getting calls from out of state (Tennessee, I think). I've blocked the number, but I see the number show up on Recents almost every day. The other issue with this number is that it's making calls out from my phone! What can I do to stop this?

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