Google Messages is getting a powerful new weapon against sneaky text scams

Google is rolling out an optional Enhanced Protection mode in Messages, with AI-assisted scam detection, link checks, and redesigned warnings.

• The mode uses cloud Gemini models to assess conversations with unknown senders for potential scams, with processing described as using Private AI Compute.· 2 sources
• On supported devices, Gemini Nano and real-time web signals evaluate unfamiliar links; listed devices include Pixel 10 and newer and Samsung Galaxy S26 models, Z Flip 8, and Z Fold 8.· 2 sources
• Enhanced Protection is opt-in and appears in Messages settings under Protection & safety; the rollout was reported in beta version 20261020_00_RC00.· 2 sources