Android phones can warn you if you open financial apps during a scam call
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Manisha Priyadarshini Published December 4, 2025 |
What’s happened? Google is expanding its in-call scam protection on Android to help shield users during sensitive calls involving financial or payment apps.
This is important because: Android’s in-call scam protection is designed to guard against fraud where criminals impersonate banks or financial services.
Why should I care? Scammers often call pretending to be bank representatives and pressure you into sharing screens or transferring money.
OK, what’s next? The in-call protection started as a pilot in the UK earlier this year. Google reports that the system has already helped thousands of users avoid potentially costly scam calls.
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