Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy S26 series is already generating buzz for its new hardware and software enhancements, including a privacy-focused display feature that masks sensitive information depending on your location. But ahead of the official launch, another major upgrade is emerging that could make the new Galaxy phones even more compelling — and it’s one that was previously exclusive to Google’s Pixel devices.
A Pixel-Only Security Feature May Come to Samsung
Recent pre-release code uncovered by Android Authority suggests the Galaxy S26 Ultra could become one of the first non-Pixel Android phones to receive Google’s Scam Detection, an on-device AI system that alerts users to potential scam calls in real time.
Until now, Scam Detection has been limited to Google’s Pixel lineup, and the feature has been one of the key differentiators for Pixel phones in the security department. But now, it looks like Samsung may be bringing the same technology to its flagship Galaxy device.
No Google Dialer Required
Earlier leaks hinted that Scam Detection could only come to Samsung if Google’s Phone Dialer was pre-installed on the device — a move that would have surprised many, given Samsung’s long history of using its own calling app. However, new evidence suggests that Scam Detection will run through Samsung’s own phone app, meaning users won’t need to install Google’s Dialer to access the feature.
Android Authority reports that a user managed to download the Android CallCore APK, and the code indicates the feature will integrate directly with Samsung’s calling interface. This also confirms that Google Dialer will not be pre-installed on Galaxy S26 devices, clearing up earlier speculation.
How It Will Work
Screenshots from Samsung’s InCallUI app reportedly show references to Android CallCore, confirming that Google’s call-screening technology could operate within Samsung’s native app.
On Pixel devices, Scam Detection is powered by Gemini Nano on-device AI, and this is expected to be the same method used on the Galaxy S26 series.
While the feature seems confirmed for the Galaxy S26 Ultra, it may also be available across the entire S26 lineup — although that has not been definitively confirmed yet.
Will It Expand Beyond Samsung?
There’s no reason to believe Samsung will be the only manufacturer to gain access to Google’s AI-powered security upgrades. It’s been widely assumed that Google will gradually extend its advanced features beyond Pixel devices, although it remains unclear whether older Android phones will receive the upgrade.
For now, this development adds another strong incentive for upgrading to Samsung’s latest flagship — especially when combined with the innovative privacy display feature.