Google's new update brings Gemini calling to Pixel 10 and 11, initially in the US and English
Google's November feature drop brings new AI capabilities to recent Pixel devices, including automated phone call handling for tasks like restaurant reservations and product inquiries, new audio cleanup tools, and cross-
Google's November feature drop brings new AI capabilities to recent Pixel devices, including automated phone call handling for tasks like restaurant reservations and product inquiries, new audio cleanup tools, and cross-app automation features.
The phone call feature is initially only available in the US and English. For example, it can be used to book or change a restaurant reservation or ask a store if they have a product in stock.
The Pixel 10 adds Rambler, which removes word fillers like “ee” and “a” from recordings. The update also adds actions that can be done automatically between apps, as well as features that transfer text from one app to another.
With Create My Widget, the user describes to Gemini what they want to see on the home screen and it creates a custom widget for that need.
Some new features are only available on the Pixel 11. These include Pixel Solver, a Gemini feature in Calculator, and new HiLight notification capabilities. Only on the Pixel 11 is Manual Call Screen: when the user requests it, it screens an incoming call and displays options before the user answers.
New features for Pixel and Pixel Watch
Transit Mode 2.0 changes the device's behavior when it detects that the user is on a bus or train. Family Hub consolidates Family Link's parental control settings and adds real-time alerts from Find Hub when a child is outside of set boundaries.
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On Pixel 6a and later, Calculator gets the ability to perform in-line calculations and convert units of measurement. On Pixel Watch 3 and later, users can start guided step-by-step workouts from their watch, without having their phone nearby. Call and notification summaries for Pixel Watch are coming soon.
Pixel Tag launches on November 11th
The Pixel Tag, Google's lost-item-finding device, is set to launch on November 11, 2026. It costs $29 each or $99 for a four-pack. It uses Android's Find Hub network to find items. It's thinner than Apple's AirTag.
With two presses on the Pixel Tag button, the mobile phone connected to it can ring.
The Pixel Drop update is rolling out gradually, so it won't necessarily appear on all devices at the same time. Google says users can check in Settings to see if it's available.
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