Android is getting call scam detection and real-time app threat alerts
Two new Android security features are now available for users in the U..S, and will soon make their way to older Android devices as well.
Google Pixel Phones Get Real-Time Scam and Malware Detection Features
The AI-based features are rolling out to Pixel 6 or newer first but will soon be expanded to other Android devices, Google says.
Google Pixel Scam Call Detection Is Going Live
Google has announced the release of Scam Detection, a new real-time protection feature designed to shield users from scams and fraud attempts. The feature was previously announced during Google I/O 2024,
Live Scam Detection in calls is headed to more Pixel phones
Earlier this year in July, some reports hinted that Google was working on a feature to identify potential scams during calls by analyzing the conversation. Fast forward to today, Google is rolling out live Scam Detection to public beta users on select Google Pixel phones.
Live Scam Detection in calls rolling out to Pixel 6-9 Phone app
After demoing at I/O 2024 in May, Google is rolling out real-time Scam Detection for phone calls on Pixel devices.
Pixel phones now use AI to detect scam calls in real-time
Running quietly in the background, the AI keeps an eye on calls from suspected spam numbers. If it picks up signs of a possible scam during the conversation, it instantly warns th
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