I stumbled upon Fake Video Call - Prank Call by HiddenScreen.NET when I was looking for something fun to mess with my friends. It's basically a prank app that lets you simulate a fake incoming video call from a celebrity, a custom contact, or even a random person. You just set up the caller name, pick a photo or video, and schedule it to "ring" at the right moment. After downloading it from Google Play—where it's free and has a few million installs—I launched it and got a simple, no-nonsense screen. There's no forced registration, which I appreciated, though there are some ads and in-app purchase options for removing them or unlocking extra video packs. First impression: it feels a bit barebones, but the idea is straightforward enough that you can start pranking within a minute.

Once I opened the app, the interface was pretty basic—tabs for "Call" and "Video" at the bottom. The main screen has a big button to add a custom caller, where you can type a name, choose a gender, and pick from a bunch of pre-loaded video clips of celebrities or stock people. The real fun is in the Video tab, where you see a list of these clips; tapping one lets you preview it, and setting it up involves just a few taps to choose the delay time. In real-world use, I set a clip of a famous actor "calling" my friend at lunch—key thing is to keep the phone screen on and volume up. The app does have some small quirks, like the simulated caller ID screen looking slightly fake if you stare too long, but in the heat of the moment, it fools most people for a good few seconds. I also tried the celebrity pack downloads, which are hit-or-miss—some are clearly low-res and short, like 10-second loops.

After using it for a week, I think this app nails the core prank idea but falls short on polish. It's perfect for teens or anyone who wants a quick laugh at a party or hangout—think showing a "FaceTime" from Taylor Swift to a shocked friend. But if you're after high-quality fakes or a sophisticated fake call app, this isn't it. It feels a lot like Fake Caller Apps or Idle Call, but HiddenScreen's version is simpler with fewer bells and whistles. The main reason I kept it installed was the sheer silliness of it—I've used it three times already. On the flip side, the constant ads and lack of customization (no way to change the ringtone or caller ID font) made me consider uninstalling it. For a free prank tool, it works, but don't expect it to feel premium—it's a one-trick pony that does its trick decently.

• 😄 Set up a fake call from a huge list of pre-loaded video clips, including celebrities and random people, without needing to record anything yourself. Other apps like Idle Call require you to upload your own videos, which feels more work.
• 😄 The scheduling feature lets you pick the exact time for the fake call, so you can set it for hours later if you want, perfect for planning a prank at a specific moment.
• 😄 It offers free celebrity video packs (like actors or singers) that you can download directly in the app, whereas others like Fake Caller Apps often charge extra for similar content.
• 😄 The app is incredibly lightweight at under 10 MB and works offline once you've saved the videos, making it a solid choice for pranks without needing an internet connection.

• 👍 The app's biggest strength is how quick it is to set up a prank—just three taps and you're done, which beats competitors like Fake Caller Apps that force you through cluttered menus.
• 👍 It has a massive variety of video clips (over 50 free ones) compared to alternatives like Idle Call, which only gives you a handful of generic options
• 👍 There's no sign-up or login barrier, so you can jump straight into pranking, avoiding the registration hassle found in some similar tools.

• 👎 The video quality of many clips is mediocre at best—often blurry or short loops, which makes the prank less convincing than the polished videos in apps like Fake Video Call Premium.
• 👎 The interface feels outdated and not very intuitive, with small buttons and a cluttered layout that frustrates quick adjustments, unlike simpler rivals.
• 👎 Customization options are extremely limited—you can't change the ringtone or caller ID look, while competitors let you tweak these for a more realistic prank.
• 👎 Frequent ads pop up every time you select a video or preview a clip, which interrupts the flow and feels intrusive compared to ad-free alternatives.