Getting a call while driving, working or when your phone is out of reach can be inconvenient. Caller Name Announcer Pro is an Android caller ID app that announces incoming caller names.
It can also announce SMS and WhatsApp messages and identify some unknown numbers.
What is Caller Name Announcer Pro?
Caller Name Announcer Pro is developed by JaredCo. Its main purpose is simple: speak the caller’s name when your phone receives a call.
The app also includes caller ID for unknown numbers, SMS announcements, WhatsApp message announcements and controls for switching spoken notifications on or off.
Testing Setup & Our Experience
We tested Caller Name Announcer Pro on a Redmi Android smartphone running Android 14.
We focused on incoming call announcements, caller identification, unknown-number detection, SMS announcements and WhatsApp notifications. We also checked how easily the announcement controls could be enabled and disabled.
The main function is straightforward. Instead of reaching for the phone every time it rings, the app can speak the available caller information aloud. This makes it particularly useful when the phone is not easily accessible.
Best Features
1. Caller Name Announcer
The app announces the name of a saved contact when an incoming call arrives, allowing you to identify the caller without looking at the screen.
2. Unknown Caller ID
Its Caller ID feature can identify some telephone numbers that are not saved in your contacts. However, identification will not necessarily work for every unknown number.
3. SMS Announcer
The app can announce the sender of incoming SMS messages, making it useful when you are using hands-free mode.
4. WhatsApp Announcements
WhatsApp message announcements are also supported, giving users another way to receive notifications without checking the phone.
5. Quick Controls
A widget allows users to quickly turn spoken announcements on or off when they do not want notifications to be heard aloud.
App Details
- Category: Communication
- Developer: JaredCo
- Google Play Rating: 4.4/5
- Reviews: 96K+
- Downloads: 10M+
- Price: Free with ads
These figures can change over time.
Should You Download It?
Caller Name Announcer Pro is worth considering if you want a hands-free caller ID app that tells you who is calling without requiring you to look at your phone.
It can be useful while driving, working or exercising. However, spoken messages can expose private information when other people are nearby, so notification settings should be configured carefully.
Main Advantages
- Announces incoming caller names
- Identifies some unknown numbers
- Announces SMS messages
- Supports WhatsApp messages
- Quick on/off controls
Main Disadvantages
- Contains ads
- Unknown-number identification may not always work
- Spoken messages can create privacy concerns
Download from Google Play Store
Quick FAQ
Does it announce incoming calls?
Yes. It can announce the name of incoming callers aloud.
Can it identify unknown numbers?
Yes. It includes a Caller ID function, although it may not identify every number.
Can it announce WhatsApp messages?
Yes. WhatsApp announcements are supported.
TipZoom Verdict
Caller Name Announcer Pro does one thing particularly well: it lets you know who is calling without looking at your phone. Its support for unknown caller identification, SMS and WhatsApp announcements makes it more useful than a basic caller-name announcer.
The main limitation is privacy. Spoken notifications can be heard by people nearby, while Google Play states that the app may share app activity, app information and performance, and device or other IDs with third parties.
Final Scorecard
Ease of Use: 4.5/5 — The main purpose and controls are straightforward.
Speed & Performance: 4/5 — The core functions worked normally during our basic testing.
Features: 4.4/5 — Caller announcements, unknown caller ID, SMS and WhatsApp support provide a useful feature set.
Privacy: 3.5/5 — Spoken notifications can expose private information, and Google Play lists data-sharing disclosures.
Price: 4/5 — Free to download and use, but contains advertisements.
Overall TipZoom Score: 4.1/5 — A useful hands-free caller ID and message announcer for Android, particularly for users who want to identify calls without constantly checking their phone.