Google Pixel, scam detection

Google's live scam detection for phone calls is now out for Pixel devices
One of the Gemini AI-powered features Google introduced at I/O this year was a solution for never-ending scam calls. It has the capability to detect whether a call is suspicious while it's still ongoing and can alert you so that you could drop the call as soon as possible.
Pixel phones are getting two major security upgrades to protect you from scammers
Google has started rolling out Live Scam Detection to the Pixel Phone app, while an upgraded version of the Play Protect system will help detect and report any scammy Google Play apps in real time. However only the latter will be making its way to non Pixel phones, as far as we know.
Live Scam Detection in calls is headed to more Pixel phones
Google is rolling out live Scam Detection in calls and live threat protection in Play Protect to select Pixel phones.
Google Pixel Phones Get Real-Time Scam and Malware Detection Features
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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,
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With this update, Google continues its mission to provide a safer, more seamless communication experience for Android users worldwide.
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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