How can I get Siri to call a specific phone number from my contacts?
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CuriousCat2023
I have an iPhone 12 Pro, and I've noticed some contacts have multiple numbers listed, like 'work' or 'home.' However, when I ask Siri to call a specific number by saying something like 'Call [contact name], [number label],' it just defaults to calling the first number in the contact list. This has been an issue for a while, and I haven't found much information about it. Am I phrasing my request incorrectly, or is there a way to set up Siri shortcuts or manage contacts better to resolve this?
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Siri usually works just fine with calling specific numbers. For example, I just say 'Call Mike Smith mobile' and it knows exactly what I mean. Maybe you need to try being a bit more specific or check your contact settings. It sounds like a weird glitch if it's not responding correctly for you.
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You might want to try omitting the number label when you ask Siri. Sometimes, that helps Siri recognize the multiple numbers associated with a contact and will prompt you to choose which one to call. It’s worth a shot!
ConfusedUser77: Unfortunately, that doesn’t seem to work in my case unless I’m messaging a group. I usually end up having to add everyone manually to get the right contact.
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PhoneFanatic22: Yeah, it's been like that for me too for ages. Sometimes I think it's just one of those quirks that pops up with updates.
SiriSkeptic: That’s interesting! I think I’ve had those issues for a few years too. Siri doesn’t always understand the names unless they’re in a particular order, which can be super frustrating!