Android smartphones can alert you when you access financial applications while on a scam call.
What’s happening? Google is enhancing its in-call scam protection on Android to assist users during crucial calls related to financial or payment applications.
When Android identifies that you are on a call with a number not saved in your contacts and you access a compatible financial app, it will generate a protective notification.
You will have the option to end the call or halt screen sharing with a simple tap.
This feature is available on devices using Android 11 or later.
Google
Why is this significant? Android’s in-call scam protection aims to safeguard against fraud involving criminals posing as representatives of banks or financial institutions.
The interface alerts you and provides immediate options to conclude the call or cease screen sharing.
If you decide not to act right away, the system imposes a 30-second delay before allowing you to continue.
This 30-second window helps mitigate the pressure tactics commonly used by scammers, giving you a moment to think.
Google
Why is this relevant? Scammers frequently call, pretending to be bank officials, and pressuring you into sharing screens or transferring funds.
This Android protective feature helps identify suspicious calls before you potentially fall victim, providing a clear alert rather than a moment of regret.
If you utilize banking or payment applications and receive calls from unknown numbers, this feature could spare you significant hassle.
Google points out that Android users experience fewer successful scams compared to iPhone users, highlighting the importance of in-call protection.
What’s coming next? The in-call protection feature initially began as a pilot program in the UK earlier this year. Google has reported that this system has already assisted thousands of users in avoiding potentially expensive scam calls.
Additionally, Google has incorporated scam prevention tools into its messaging app to help you steer clear of phishing and spam messages.
In-call scam protection is currently being rolled out in the US, starting with widely used fintech applications and major banks such as Cash App and JPMorgan Chase.
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Android smartphones can alert you when you access financial applications while on a scam call.
Android's in-call protection feature now activates during potentially suspicious calls related to financial applications. If you access a banking or payment app while speaking with an unknown number, your device will issue a warning, temporarily pause actions for 30 seconds, and provide quick safety options.