Apple’s iOS 18 update brought the Live Voicemail feature to iPhones in India. This feature acts as a smart answering machine for missed calls, transcribing messages in real-time so you can quickly assess their importance. But what if you don’t want to use voicemail at all? Or perhaps you need to set it up? Here’s a guide to managing voicemail on your iPhone.
How Voicemail Works on iPhone
Voicemail records messages from callers when you can’t answer. With Live Voicemail, you can even see a transcription of the message as the caller is leaving it. This allows you to screen calls and decide whether to answer.
Key Voicemail Features
- Message Recording: Captures messages when you’re unavailable or unreachable.
- Live Transcription: Provides real-time text of voicemail messages.
- Message Saving: Allows you to save voicemails for later.
- Custom Greetings: Lets you personalize the greeting callers hear.
Enabling Voicemail on Your iPhone
Live Voicemail is usually enabled by default on iPhones with iOS 17 or later. If it’s not active, here’s how to set it up:
- Open the Phone app.
- Tap the Voicemail tab at the bottom right.
- Select Set Up Now.
- Create a voicemail password.
- Choose between the default or a custom greeting.
- Save your settings.
Pro Tip: Test your voicemail by calling your own number to ensure it’s working correctly.
Disabling Voicemail on Your iPhone
If you prefer not to use voicemail, you might need to disable it. Keep in mind that voicemail settings can sometimes depend on your carrier.
- Open Settings and go to Phone.
- Find the Live Voicemail option.
- Toggle the feature off.
Alternative Method: Some carriers allow you to disable voicemail using specific codes. Contact your carrier for instructions.
Disabling Visual Voicemail
To disable visual voicemail, you’ll need to contact your mobile carrier, as this service is carrier-dependent.
Live Voicemail Features
Live Voicemail offers several helpful features:
- Real-time transcription: See what callers are saying as they leave a message.
- Call screening: Decide whether to answer a call while a voicemail is being recorded.
- Spam detection: Automatically decline and don’t record calls flagged as spam.
- Custom greetings: Personalize your greeting for a professional or friendly touch.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is voicemail used for?
Voicemail allows you to receive messages when you can’t answer calls, ensuring you don’t miss important information.
How do I add a custom voicemail?
You can record a custom greeting in the Phone app by going to Voicemail > Set Up Now > Custom Greeting.
Is iPhone voicemail free?
Voicemail is usually included in carrier plans, but some might charge extra. Check with your carrier to confirm.
Do voicemails get deleted automatically?
Voicemails can be deleted manually or automatically after a certain time, depending on your carrier’s settings. Save important messages to keep them.