Android will detect fake AI deepfake calls
Google is rolling out Fake Call Detection to warn you when a scammer impersonates a trusted contact with an AI voice.
What it is
Fake Call Detection in Phone by Google fights deepfake voice impersonation scams.
"If a scammer tries to impersonate your trusted contact, that initial confirmation signal will be missing," Google says, so the phone can warn you.
Availability
- Globally on Android 12+ this month, starting with Pixel.
- On by default.
- Built on RCS, so other apps can adopt it.
Also announced
- Circle to Search can find every item in an outfit.
- Google Play Books adds Catch me up recaps.
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