Google Introduces AI Deepfake Call Protection in Android

Google has announced a new security feature for Android that will help users identify fake calls created using artificial intelligence technologies. The "Fake Call Detection" tool will analyze incoming calls and detect signs of deepfakes—synthetic voices that mimic real people.

The new system will begin rolling out on Pixel smartphones and will later become available on other Android devices. Developers emphasize that the feature requires no additional configuration and will operate in the background, warning users of potential threats.

The rise of AI-powered fraud schemes has become a serious issue in recent years. Cybercriminals increasingly use deepfakes to impersonate the voices of relatives, colleagues, or company executives to extract money or sensitive information. Google’s new feature aims to reduce the risks of such attacks.

It remains unclear when the update will be available for all Android users, but the company has already started testing on a limited number of devices. Cybersecurity experts note that such tools are becoming critically important amid the rapid advancement of voice and video generation technologies.