Google and Samsung are renowned for being innovative in smartphone technology. The two brands have reputations for having quality premium devices with good performance, camera, and security. Recently, a new research has compared Google Pixel 10 Pro, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, and Apple iPhone 17 Pro with regard to scam and fraud protection. The research states that Pixel and Galaxy models provide a superior protection feature compared to the iPhone models.
These phones have demonstrated enhanced functionality in terms of identifying fake links, spam calls, and phishing attacks. In this paper, we will discuss what this new report is showing, the performance of these phones under real-life conditions, as well as the protection that users will have.
Study Highlights
The research was done by a cybersecurity company, which compared the new flagship phones of Google, Samsung, and Apple. The findings were rather interesting. PIX10 Pro and Galaxy Z Fold 7 were more successful in scam prevention and fraud detection tests than the iPhone 17 Pro.
According to the researchers, there are more developed AI systems that Google and Samsung have incorporated to automatically screen suspicious messages and calls. The iPhone 17 Pro, produced by Apple, in turn, lagged slightly in detecting some phishing messages and fakes.
| Brand | Model | Scam Protection Score | Fraud Detection Rate |
| Pixel 10 Pro | 9.3/10 | 95% | |
| Samsung | Galaxy Z Fold 7 | 9.1/10 | 93% |
| Apple | iPhone 17 Pro | 8.6/10 | 88% |
The study further added that the machine learning system of Google scans URLs and texts in real time warning its users of an unsafe site. Another significant contributor to the security of user data is the Samsung Knox security layer, which safeguards the user against fraudulent applications and malware. Apple itself has solid privacy protection, yet its scam detection is more of a system that is based on the confirmation of the user.
Pixel 10 Pro Security Features
Google Pixels are known to update their security and provide high-quality protection tools on a regular basis. The Pixel 10 Pro has a new Tensor G4 processor that has an embedded Titan M3 security chip. This chip assists in safeguarding sensitive information such as passwords, prints, and face unlock information.
Live Scam Detection is also available on Pixel 10 Pro, and it scans through incoming calls and identifies a scam in real time. The system will alert the security of the user in case a caller is requesting bank details or personal information. Safe Browsing Protection is another feature that automatically blocks phishing websites and fraudulent links to pay.
Galaxy Z Fold 7 Security and Privacy
The most recent foldable flagship of the Galaxy brand is the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7. Other than its design and performance, it is very keen on safety and fraud prevention. The phone has Samsung Knox, which provides the software and hardware protection of the enterprise level.
It offers real-time phishing defense, automatic URL slurry, and a secure folder, which are used to save valuable files and applications safely. Knox Vault also secures your passwords, your fingerprints, and other sensitive information.
iPhone 17 Pro Security
Apple has never been a brand that lacks privacy.iPhone 17 Pro also has a good level of data protection capabilities, including App Tracking Transparency, Face ID, and End-to-End Encryption of iMessage and FaceTime.
Nevertheless, it is proposed in the report that the Apple system is not as aggressive when it comes to detecting fake websites and scam links. It relies on the Fraudulent Website Warning in the Safari browser, which is not always effective in identifying new phishing websites.
Although iPhone users are provided with security updates frequently and a closed ecosystem, the study has found that iPhone requires better scam alert and fraud detection systems than its rivals.
Artificial Intelligence in Fraud and Scam Detection.
The analysis points out that AI is a significant part of phones in fraud detection. The Tensor chip of Google employs real-time language processing to identify suspicious messages or voice patterns during calls. Samsung implements AI models on the device, where messages and URLs are scanned without data being uploaded to the cloud, which is very private.
Apple employs the application of machine learning and on-device intelligence, although it pays more attention to user consent before being called a scam. This causes it to be a little slower in offering instant cover in the case of an ongoing attack.
Expert Opinion
Hackers opined that cyber fraud and phishing attacks are on the rise all over the world, and companies are making an effort to provide an extra layer of protection. The Pixel 10 Pro received the top score in the best scam detector with automatic scam detection, and the Galaxy Z Fold 7 was rated second because it is fully equipped with Knox and AI. The iPhone 17 Pro proved to be quite ruthless in terms of privacy but less sensitive to real-time alerts of scams.
The professionals also recommended that their users should upgrade their phones, should not play with unfamiliar links, and should use the official application stores exclusively.
Availability and Market Impact
Pixel 10 Pro and Galaxy Z Fold 7 are also available in India and the rest of the world. The Pixel 10 Pro is powered by Android 15 and has Google’s AI functionality installed, whereas the Galaxy Z Fold 7 is powered by One UI 7.0 (Android). iPhone 17 Pro is powered by iOS 19, and it is still in the firm stance of Apple with respect to its ecosystem.
The report has already created controversies among users as to which of all phones provides the safest environment. According to many experts, such competition will encourage brands to do even more to ensure user safety.
