Hello - Caller ID & Blocking APK 3.0.0.1.0

Hello - Caller ID & Blocking APK is a file that can be downloaded as a replacement for the default Android dialer. Developed by Facebook, this app allows you to call your Facebook friends even if they don't have a phone number.

To use Hello, you need to log in with your Facebook account. Upon starting the app, you can choose caller ID options and customize how you want to handle unwanted calls. While Facebook claims to block unwanted calls, the available options are limited to muting "commonly blocked numbers" or blocking hidden numbers.

One of the key features of Hello is its integrated search functionality. You can search for both contacts and businesses within the app. Searching for businesses is similar to the stock Android dialer, but Hello also pulls information from Facebook Pages. General queries may take a bit longer as the app retrieves relevant information from Facebook.

When calling friends, simply search for their name in Hello and their profile picture will be displayed. You can see a snippet of information about the contact, and you can also access their full profile to view your relationship with them. It's worth noting that calling through Hello can use either Wi-Fi or your data connection, so call quality may vary depending on your connection. However, calling an actual phone number will use the stock Android dialer instead of Hello.

While Hello functions well as a replacement dialer, it could benefit from some speed improvements in search. Additionally, if you primarily make phone calls rather than communicating through Facebook, Hello may not be very useful. Calls to actual phone numbers will still use the stock Android dialer, and Hello mainly serves as a Facebook overlay.

Another drawback is that Hello doesn't support texting within the app. When you want to message someone, a Messenger Chat Head will pop up, adding another app to your screen. If Hello is meant to integrate with Messenger, it would be more convenient to have the option to choose between messaging apps.

Overall, Hello could be a useful app for communicating with Facebook friends, especially when traveling overseas and using Wi-Fi calling. However, if you already have access to Messenger or other chat apps with voice calling capabilities, Hello may not be necessary. It's worth keeping an eye on future updates to see if Hello improves and becomes a more viable replacement for the stock dialer.