Google Phone app to get smarter, to get scam detection feature soon

Google is set to significantly bolster its Phone app with a powerful new weapon against scam calls. An APK teardown has revealed that the tech giant is developing an AI-powered scam detection feature that could be rolled out soon.

According to a report by Android Authority, Codenamed "Sharpie," the upcoming feature is expected to leverage Gemini Nano AI to differentiate between spam and scam calls with unprecedented accuracy. Unlike its current spam detection, which primarily relies on user reports and blacklists, the new system will analyse call patterns, voice characteristics, and other factors in real-time to identify potential scams.

Users can expect to receive alerts during suspicious calls, allowing them to take appropriate action. The feature is also likely to include an option for users to manually report scam calls, helping Google refine its AI model.

While the exact timeline for the feature's release remains uncertain, its imminent arrival is a promising development for Android users frustrated by the relentless barrage of scam calls. If successful, Google's AI-powered scam detection could set a new standard for call protection on smartphones.