Android Update Adds Fake Call Detection, Expands AirDrop Compatibility - CNET

Our gifting experts are obsessively searching for holiday gifts that are unique, thoughtful and suitable for any budget. Our expert, award-winning staff selects the products we cover and rigorously researches and tests our top picks. If you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Google's latest features are designed to bring an added layer of safety and personalization to your phone. Android can now detect and warn you about fake calls. Google’s latest Android update takes aim at the growing problem of imposter scam calls. It also expands Circle to Search functions and AirDrop compatibility to more Android devices, and introduces safety features for kids. The new capabilities are starting to roll out now. The update comes on the heels of a larger Android 17 update that Google unveiled last month, which bakes AI even deeper into the operating system. Called Gemini Intelligence, it’s designed to turn AI agents into true assistants that proactively lend a hand without needing to be asked. This month’s Android updates are a bit less flashy but arguably more practical — especially as scam calls become more sophisticated. Here’s what’s in store. Android’s fake call detection fe