Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy S26 series could receive one of Google Pixel’s most praised AI security tools. New evidence suggests that Google’s real-time Scam Detection feature may soon arrive on Samsung’s next flagship phones.
This feature has so far been limited to Google Pixel devices. However, recent findings indicate that this may change soon. The discovery comes from hidden code found in the latest version of the Google Phone app.
According to a report by Android Authority, developers found references to new smartphone model numbers inside the app’s code. These model numbers appear to match Samsung’s expected Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26 Plus, and Galaxy S26 Ultra lineup. The same code also mentions “Sharpie,” which is Google’s internal codename for Scam Detection.
The presence of both Samsung model numbers and Scam Detection references strongly suggests that Google is preparing the feature for Samsung’s next premium phones.
Scam Detection is an AI-powered security feature designed to protect users from phone and text scams. It works by identifying common patterns used in fraudulent calls and messages. When suspicious behavior is detected, the system alerts the user in real time.
Google has emphasized that Scam Detection focuses on privacy. All processing happens directly on the device. No call data or message content is sent back to Google servers.
Once enabled, the feature monitors calls and messages from unknown numbers only. Contacts saved in the user’s phone are excluded. This reduces the risk of false warnings from trusted contacts like family or friends.
Scam Detection is turned off by default. Users must manually enable it through phone settings.
Currently, the feature is available only on Google Pixel phones. In the United States, it supports Pixel 6 and newer models. In countries like Australia, Canada, India, Ireland, and the UK, it is available on Pixel 9 and newer devices, excluding the Pixel 9a.
On recent Pixel models, Scam Detection is powered by Google’s Gemini Nano AI model. This allows advanced on-device analysis without cloud processing.
If Scam Detection launches with the Galaxy S26 series, it would mark a rare move of a Pixel-exclusive AI feature to Samsung devices. This could strengthen Samsung’s focus on AI-based security and offer users stronger protection against scams.
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The timing of this leak also fits expectations. Samsung is widely expected to unveil the Galaxy S26 lineup as early as next month.
