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How Android helps keep you safe from impersonation scams with fake call detection
AppWizard
June 3, 2026

How Android helps keep you safe from impersonation scams with fake call detection

Android is introducing a fake call detection feature that identifies and flags suspected spoofed calls when both the user and the contact are using Phone by Google. This technology aims to protect users from impersonation scams, particularly those using AI voice cloning, and builds on previous measures like alerts for verified financial calls.
Google’s Phone app will tell you if a scammer is impersonating one of your contacts
AppWizard
June 2, 2026

Google’s Phone app will tell you if a scammer is impersonating one of your contacts

Google's Phone app is introducing a feature to alert users about potential AI impersonation scams by flagging calls that appear to be from their contacts as suspicious. This update is part of the broader June Android update, which includes other enhancements such as support for Apple AirDrop, accessibility of the Personal Safety app for children under 13, AI-powered clothing try-on features in Photos, and improved search functionality for outfits. The Phone app will notify users with a message indicating that "Someone may be pretending to call from your contact’s number," allowing them to hang up if the call is deemed suspicious. This feature will be automatically enabled for users on Android 12 and later, starting with Pixel devices, and relies on a system where both the user and their contact must use the Phone by Google app to verify call authenticity through a "silent confirmation signal." The feature utilizes end-to-end encrypted rich communication services (RCS) technology.
Microsoft's Project Solara is an Android OS designed for agents instead of apps
AppWizard
June 2, 2026

Microsoft’s Project Solara is an Android OS designed for agents instead of apps

Microsoft is developing two concept devices under Project Solara: the Desk Concept and the Badge Concept. The Desk Concept resembles a smart display with a touchscreen, microphones, and a camera, functioning as a secondary monitor or standalone Windows PC powered by Windows 365 cloud computing. The Badge Concept is a work badge with a touchscreen, 5G connectivity, a camera, microphones, and a fingerprint scanner, allowing users to interact with AI agents. Both devices are not yet available for purchase, and Microsoft plans to demonstrate them in collaboration with partners like AccuWeather, Best Buy, CVS Health, Levi’s, and Target.
10 Tasker Hacks Every Android User Should Know
AppWizard
June 2, 2026

10 Tasker Hacks Every Android User Should Know

Tasker is an Android application available for .99 on the Google Play Store that enables extensive hacks, automations, and customizations for a personalized Android experience. - Users can change alarm sounds based on current weather conditions. - Tasker enhances reminders with features like customizable fonts, colors, sounds, vibrations, and specific recurrence options. - It can automate connecting to specific coffee shop wifi networks when in range. - Users can enable auto-rotate selectively for certain apps. - The ShakeWake project helps keep users awake during long sessions by sending alerts at intervals. - Tasker can restore ticker-style notifications for app alerts in the status bar. - It can disable touch inputs when the phone is in a pocket using the proximity sensor. - GPS can be activated only when specific apps, like Google Maps, are opened to conserve battery life. - Users can set a designated app to launch upon the first unlock of the day. - Tasker allows different apps to launch based on the fingerprint used to unlock the phone.
Google's June Android Drop turns your phone into a smarter shopping and reading companion
AppWizard
June 2, 2026

Google’s June Android Drop turns your phone into a smarter shopping and reading companion

Google's June Android Drop introduces enhancements focused on personalization and AI-driven tools for compatible Android devices. Key features include: - Circle to Search now allows users to identify and shop for entire outfits at once. - Google Photos will launch a digital wardrobe that organizes clothing from photo libraries into a searchable collection. - Google Play Books is adding AI-powered Book Insights, including reading recaps and contextual Q&A tools. The digital wardrobe feature is currently being rolled out in the U.S., India, and Brazil. Additionally, Gboard's Emoji Kitchen continues to expand with new emoji mashups.
Google Phone app rolling out Android fake call detection that uses RCS
AppWizard
June 2, 2026

Google Phone app rolling out Android fake call detection that uses RCS

Phone by Google is introducing a fake call detection feature to protect Android users from impersonation scams that use AI-powered deepfake technology. This feature requires both parties to use Android devices with the Phone by Google app, Google Messages, and Google Contacts. It works by sending a silent confirmation signal to verify the legitimacy of a call. If an impersonation attempt is detected, the user's phone will check with the actual contact's device, and if the real device indicates that it is not making a call, a warning will appear on the user's screen. The feature will roll out globally for Android 12+ devices, starting with Pixel phones, and will be enabled by default. The underlying RCS technology may also be adopted by other apps and manufacturers.
Google's Safety app just picked up a few new tricks for your kids
AppWizard
June 2, 2026

Google’s Safety app just picked up a few new tricks for your kids

Google has expanded the Personal Safety app to include children under 13, allowing them to display emergency contacts, their age, and allergies on their lock screen. Children can also activate Crash Detection, which contacts emergency services and priority contacts in case of an accident. Teens will have access to features like Safety Check for scheduling safety reminders and real-time location sharing. These updates will be available on Android devices running Android 12 or later, though a specific rollout timeline has not been provided. Some devices may refer to the app as "Safety," while Samsung includes similar features in its Safety and emergency menu.
Google is playing with a new look for voice search
AppWizard
June 2, 2026

Google is playing with a new look for voice search

Google is refining its voice search functionality in the Google app, introducing a toggle for the "Auto search" feature that allows users to control how their voice queries are processed. This update enables users to disable automatic searches that occur when they pause their speech, allowing them to complete their thoughts without interruption. The new interface includes a pill-shaped toggle above four redesigned buttons and features two animations: a chunky waveform pattern when Auto search is activated and a fluid, side-scrolling waveform when it is disabled. The timeline for the official rollout of these features is uncertain, as the information is based on an APK teardown, which may not reflect all final public releases.
Google's got a quick Android 17 Beta 4.1 rolling out to address issues before launch
AppWizard
June 2, 2026

Google’s got a quick Android 17 Beta 4.1 rolling out to address issues before launch

Google has rolled out Android 17 Beta 4.1, focusing on issues related to hearing aids and the status bar. The update is available for devices from Pixel 6 to Pixel 10 and the Pixel Tablet, with two firmware numbers for different models. The beta aims to resolve issues before the official Android 17 launch, expected in mid-2026. Key features include app memory limits to reduce RAM usage and improvements in performance and battery life. Google is also testing the first quarterly patch release for Android 17, following Beta 3, which focused on bug fixes and interface enhancements.
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