Google Pixel Phones
Gemini Nano Gemini Nano makes its way to the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8a. The on-device AI model was previously available for the latest Pixel 8 Pro but has now expanded to two other models. It can be enabled from developer options. Summarize Improvements Summarize feature in the Recorder app gets various improvements. The app now provides more detailed and downloadable summaries to Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro, and Pixel 8a. You can download transcripts in a text file or Google Docs. Summarize can also detect and show the names of speakers for better transcripts. Connected Displays You can now mirror your Pixel 8 Pro, Pixel 8, and Pixel 8a to a monitor, TV, or larger screen by utilizing the USB-C port and cable. It will help with an interruption-free experience while watching movies, shows, or even doing some work. Locate Offline Devices The latest upgrade to Find My Device lets you track your device even when it’s powered off or the battery is dead. Google also says the location data is encrypted and private from the company. Improved Frame Selection Take the best shots with a single shutter. The Google Pixel Camera can automatically detect the best moment from your photo in HDR+. It is a different feature than Best Take, but the purpose of both features is the same. Choose Lens Manually Now users can also pick the camera lens manually to take perfect shots. This will give you more control over your camera. Phone Number Lookup Look for the mystery number that you received a call from. If you don’t recognize a number in your call history, you can look it up through a reverse phone number search. Do More with Google Wallet In Google Wallet, users can store items like boarding passes, loyalty cards, event tickets, public transport tickets, gift cards, and more in new eligible regions.
Google Pixel Watch
Car Crash Detection Car Crash Detection finally comes to the Pixel Watch 2. In case of a car crash, the Watch 2 can detect it and will automatically dial emergency services. If you think it detected a crash incorrectly, you will have time to cancel it. The feature works even if your phone is not nearby. Car Crash Detection also integrates with Emergency Sharing. This will send real-time locations to emergency contacts in case of crash detection. Fall Detection also got improved with this feature drop. More Ways to Pay You can now link your PayPal account to Google Wallet to use on your Pixel Watch for ease of payment. Revamped Google Home The Google Home app for the Pixel watch also getting revamped for faster access to controls.
Google Pixel Tablet
Doorbell Notifications You can now see a snapshot of who is at the door ringing the bell on your Pixel Tablet when it is docked in hub mode. You can also send a response or have a two-way talk. It works with select doorbell devices. New Google Home Widget The New Google Home Favorite widget for Pixel Phones and Tablets let you quickly access your smart home devices controls. This means you can control your smart home devices with just one tap. Also Check:
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