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What’s New Version 3.0.0
A complete redesign, plus Siri integration.
WHAT'S NEW:
• Completely redesigned interface — cleaner lists, category-tinted section headers, larger tap targets, refreshed splash
• Siri Shortcuts - "Hey Siri, call "institution" with Gulf Numbers"opens the dialer
• Spotlight search - find any institution from your home screen
• Home Screen quick actions - long-press the app icon
• Maps - open any location in Apple Maps or Google Maps
• Verified locations marked with green dots
• Improved Arabic typography and RTL layout
• Faster app launch
• 3,545 verified numbers across all six Gulf countries
Tap, call, get on with your day.
Description
Gulf Numbers is the directory of essential phone numbers for all six Gulf countries — Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and the UAE. When you need to reach emergency services, a ministry, your bank, a pharmacy, or an embassy, the number you need is one tap away.
3,545 NUMBERS THAT ACTUALLY MATTER
Every institution is hand-curated and verified through Google Places, then double-checked by humans. No spam, no outdated listings, no buried sub-departments.
— 495 Qatar numbers, free forever
— 551 Kuwait
— 611 Oman
— 631 Saudi Arabia
— 561 Bahrain
— 696 United Arab Emirates
ORGANIZED BY CATEGORY
Tap a country and find what you need fast: Emergency, Government ministries, Healthcare, Pharmacies, Utilities, Banks, Telecom, Embassies, Education, Transport, Hotels, Malls, Car Rentals.
BUILT FOR HOW YOU ACTUALLY USE IT
— One-tap dial straight from the list
— "Hey Siri, call Hamad Hospital with Gulf Numbers" — opens the dialer
— Spotlight search — find an institution from your home screen
— Home Screen quick actions — long-press the app icon for fast access
— Open any location in Apple Maps or Google Maps
— Favorite the numbers you call most
— Bilingual: Modern Standard Arabic + English, full RTL support
— Works offline once installed
QATAR FREE FOREVER • PREMIUM UNLOCKS ALL SIX COUNTRIES
Qatar is completely free. A one-time $9.99 purchase unlocks all 3,050 additional numbers across Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and the UAE — yours forever, with lifetime updates and Family Sharing.
No subscription. No ads after purchase. No tracking. No data collection.
Built and maintained by an indie developer in Doha — because the numbers that matter shouldn't hide behind ten links.
In-App Purchases US pricing
One-Time Purchases
All Gulf Countries$2.99
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Version history 10 versions
Build 885595328v3.0.02026-05-13 19:50:47
A complete redesign, plus Siri integration.
WHAT'S NEW:
• Completely redesigned interface — cleaner lists, category-tinted section headers, larger tap targets, refreshed splash
• Siri Shortcuts - "Hey Siri, call "institution" with Gulf Numbers"opens the dialer
• Spotlight search - find any institution from your home screen
• Home Screen quick actions - long-press the app icon
• Maps - open any location in Apple Maps or Google Maps
• Verified locations marked with green dots
• Improved Arabic typography and RTL layout
• Faster app launch
• 3,545 verified numbers across all six Gulf countries
Tap, call, get on with your day.
Build 883118617v2.1.12026-03-11 04:52:20
Bug fixes and quality improvements:
• Fixed database initialization for improved app stability
• Improved Arabic search — now uses locale-aware matching for more accurate results
• Fixed a memory issue where background tasks could continue running unnecessarily
• Removed production logging for better privacy and performance
• Added Privacy Manifest for App Store compliance
• Dynamic copyright year in About section
• Improved localization coverage — all UI text is now fully translated
• Fixed deprecated API usage throughout the app
• Cleaned up unused code for a smaller, faster app
Build 879426651v2.1.02025-11-02 16:50:11
GULF NUMBERS 2.1 - PERFORMANCE & RELIABILITY UPDATE
We've supercharged Gulf Numbers with critical performance improvements and bug fixes to make
it faster and more reliable than ever!
MAJOR PERFORMANCE IMPROVEMENTS
• 77% Faster App Launch - Optimized data loading gets you to your numbers in under a second
• 75% Faster Search - New database indexing makes search results appear instantly
• Background Loading - Countries load in the background for a seamless experience
• Reduced Memory Usage - More efficient data handling for smoother performance
CRITICAL BUG FIXES
• Fixed Search Functionality - Search now works correctly across all countries
• Premium User Experience - Premium users no longer see ads (as promised!)
• Improved Purchase Reliability - Enhanced transaction handling prevents lost purchases
• Better Offline Support - Improved error messages when network is unavailable
STABILITY IMPROVEMENTS
• Thread-Safe Operations - Fixed race conditions in premium status detection
• Graceful Error Handling - App no longer crashes on initialization failures
• Network Error Recovery - Better handling of offline restore purchases
• App Store Compliance - Removed exit() calls per Apple guidelines
ENHANCED FEATURES
• Product Availability Check - Purchase button now validates product before attempting
purchase
• Lazy Data Loading - Qatar loads instantly, other countries load in background
• Optimized Initialization - Removed unnecessary delays for faster startup
• Better Premium Detection - Premium status detected immediately on app launch
TECHNICAL IMPROVEMENTS
• Database indexes on frequently searched fields
• Proper dependency injection throughout
• Async/await for AdMob initialization
• Fixed compiler warnings and concurrency issues
This update focuses on making Gulf Numbers faster, more reliable, and bug-free. Thank you for
your continued support!
Build 878748041v2.0.02025-10-08 22:49:45
Detailed release notes highlighting:
- 5-10x faster searches
- Swift 6 & iOS 18 optimized
- Security audit passed (EXCELLENT)
- 1,042 verified contacts
- All bug fixes listed
- Technical improvements explained
Build 876300849v1.1.22025-07-11 06:10:43
Complete phone directory for Qatar, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Oman
• Over 1,000 verified institutions with accurate phone numbers
• Smart search in English and Arabic
• Full bilingual support with instant language switching
• Organized categories for easy browsing
• Direct calling with one tap
• Save favorites for quick access
• Offline access - no internet required
• Beautiful, modern interface optimized for iOS 17+
PREMIUM ACCESS:
• Qatar is completely FREE
• Unlock all 6 Gulf countries with a one-time purchase
• No subscriptions - pay once, access forever
This is our first release and we're excited to help you stay connected across the Gulf
region. Your essential contacts are now just a tap away!
Alternative Shorter Version (if needed)
Welcome to Gulf Numbers!
• Access 1,000+ verified phone numbers across all Gulf countries
• Free access to Qatar - unlock all 6 countries with one purchase
• Search in English or Arabic
• Works offline - no internet needed
• Direct calling and favorites
• Clean, modern design for iOS 17+
Your essential Gulf contacts companion is here!
Build 875388433v1.1.12025-06-07 10:01:21
Major Performance & Architecture Update
Completely Redesigned Engine
56% faster performance with new optimized architecture
Lightning-quick search results with intelligent caching
Reduced memory usage for smoother operation
Technical Excellence
Full Swift 6 compatibility with advanced concurrency support
Enhanced error handling for more reliable operation
Improved data management with better synchronization
Enhanced User Experience
Smoother navigation with optimized UI components
Better search experience with improved filtering
More responsive interface across all device sizes
Under the Hood Improvements
Clean MVVM architecture for better maintainability
Centralized error management system
Enhanced premium purchase system reliability
Performance Gains
Faster app startup time
Reduced battery consumption
Improved memory efficiency
This update represents a complete modernization of Gulf Numbers, making it faster, more reliable, and ready for the future while maintaining the simplicity you love.
Build 873647628v1.1.02025-04-03 21:36:24
• Enhanced user interface with improved navigation
• Fixed layout issues when switching between Arabic and English
• Added transparent navigation bars for better visual experience
• Optimized performance for faster loading times
• Improved search functionality
• Bug fixes and stability improvements
• Added more institutions and updated existing contact information
Build 873559285v1.0.22025-03-27 07:38:05
-Increased flag size in splash screen for improved visibility
-Enhanced user interface with smoother transitions
-Added more institution contact details across all Gulf countries
-Improved search functionality for faster results
-Bug fixes and performance optimizations
Build 873466707v1.0.12025-03-24 06:33:43
Added more comprehensive institution data for UAE and other Gulf countries
Improved data organization for easier navigation
Enhanced search functionality for finding institutions faster
Fixed issues with missing contact information display
Updated for iOS 18 compatibility
General performance improvements and bug fixes
Build 873280869v1.0.02025-03-23 15:31:35
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Change log 14 changes · US
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releaseNotes updated
A complete redesign, plus Siri integration.
WHAT'S NEW:
• Completely redesigned interface — cleaner lists, category-tinted section headers, larger tap targets
✎
description updated
Gulf Numbers is the directory of essential phone numbers for all six Gulf countries — Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and the UAE. When you need to
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subtitle updated
GCC Institutions Directory
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name updated
Gulf Numbers - ارقام الخليج
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Version 3.0.0 released
A complete redesign, plus Siri integration.
WHAT'S NEW:
• Completely redesigned interface — cleaner lists, category-tinted section headers, larger tap targets, refreshed splash
• Siri Shortcuts - "Hey Siri, call "institution" with Gulf Nu
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Version 2.1.1 released
Bug fixes and quality improvements:
• Fixed database initialization for improved app stability
• Improved Arabic search — now uses locale-aware matching for more accurate results
• Fixed a memory issue where background tasks could continue
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Version 2.1.0 released
GULF NUMBERS 2.1 - PERFORMANCE & RELIABILITY UPDATE
We've supercharged Gulf Numbers with critical performance improvements and bug fixes to make
it faster and more reliable than ever!
MAJOR PERFORMANCE IMPROVEMENTS
• 77% Faster A
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Version 2.0.0 released
Detailed release notes highlighting:
- 5-10x faster searches
- Swift 6 & iOS 18 optimized
- Security audit passed (EXCELLENT)
- 1,042 verified contacts
- All bug fixes listed
- Technical improvements explained
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Version 1.1.2 released
Complete phone directory for Qatar, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Oman
• Over 1,000 verified institutions with accurate phone numbers
• Smart search in English and Arabic
• Full bilingual support with instant language switch
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Version 1.1.1 released
Major Performance & Architecture Update
Completely Redesigned Engine
56% faster performance with new optimized architecture
Lightning-quick search results with intelligent caching
Reduced memory usage for smoother operation
Technical Excell
◆
Version 1.1.0 released
• Enhanced user interface with improved navigation
• Fixed layout issues when switching between Arabic and English
• Added transparent navigation bars for better visual experience
• Optimized performance for faster loading times
• Improved
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Version 1.0.2 released
-Increased flag size in splash screen for improved visibility
-Enhanced user interface with smoother transitions
-Added more institution contact details across all Gulf countries
-Improved search functionality for faster results
-Bug fixes
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Version 1.0.1 released
Added more comprehensive institution data for UAE and other Gulf countries
Improved data organization for easier navigation
Enhanced search functionality for finding institutions faster
Fixed issues with missing contact information display
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Version 1.0.0 released