Google says Circle to Search on Android can review a suspicious text message for scam signs

Google says Circle to Search on Android can now review a suspicious text message and help identify a scam before a link is opened or personal details are shared. A user long-presses the home button or navigation bar to start Circle to Search, then draws a circle around the message. An AI Overview appears with guidance and insights, including suggested next steps. If the results show red flags, Google suggests deleting the message and blocking the number. It adds that results, availability and compatibility may vary.

• Show your team how to circle a doubtful text on their Android phone. It takes seconds and gives a second opinion before anyone clicks a delivery, bank or tax link.
• Agree one rule for staff: never pay or change bank details because of a text message, even if the check looks clean. Confirm by calling a number you already trust.

Source: Google Blog. This is our short summary of their reporting. The paragraphs marked "Our read" and the things to do are SeedFoundry's opinion. The summary is drafted with AI tools. Image: Google Blog, from its own announcement. How we source and credit