Google has given all Britons with an Android phone an urgent warning not to fall for one particularly devastating text scam that exploits the trust of victims. The tech giant recently published a new “Behind the Screens” report detailing the danger of text-based scams on Androids, which can trick people out of their savings.

If you receive an unexpected text like “Do you remember me?” from an unknown number, you wouldn’t be blamed for assuming it’s someone from your past harmlessly reaching out. But it’s important to learn to recognise the distinct signs of a scam.

One of the most common types is known as the “bait and wait”. This strategy is divided into three phases: 'The Initial Contact', 'The Manipulation Tactic' and finally 'The Endgame'.

DWP warns Brits 'beware' of fake text t

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