Truecaller ties up with Nokia's X Series smartphones

Popular phone directory app Truecaller will be available on Nokia's Android-based X series smartphones. The move is expected to help Truecaller expand its base in emerging markets such as India.

Available on the new Nokia apps store, Truecaller’s latest 4.0 version will give series X users access to caller ID, name search and call blocking functionality coupled with integrated functionality using Twitter. This will enable Truecaller users to see if a number is connected with a Twitter account, and have the ability to tweet or follow a person directly through the Truecaller app.

"Given Nokia's reach in the emerging and mass markets, our collaboration will help in further expanding the reach of our application in these markets," says Truecaller co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer Nami Zarringhalam.

"Our recent product enhancements, rising user base in emerging markets especially India makes it the right time for us to expand our product availability to newer platforms," he added.

According to Nami Zarringhalam, Truecaller has about 25 million users in India, while its global user base is around 45 million.

With Truecaller, you are able to control how your contact information is shared, and how others can contact you. This is done by guarding your most personal accessory (your mobile phone) and eliminating the annoyance of unwanted calls, while making it easier for people you want to hear from to find you.