Google has launched AI-powered scam detection features for Android devices, aimed at protecting users from conversational scams. These features analyze conversations in real-time to flag potential scams without compromising user privacy, operating completely on-device. While initially available in the U.S., the U.K., and Canada, the rollout has plans for additional regions. The feature alerts users of suspicious patterns and permits them to report or block senders. Google reassures users that details remain private, with settings defaulted to enhance user control over their call and messaging experiences.
These features specifically target conversational scams, which can often appear initially harmless before evolving into harmful situations.
The setting is enabled by default and applies only to conversations with phone numbers that are not in the device's contact list.
The tech giant also emphasized that users' conversations remain private and that if they choose to report a chat as spam, then the sender details ... are shared with Google and carriers.
If enabled, Scam Detection will beep at the start and during the call to notify participants the feature is on.
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