Google regularly releases updates that add new features to the Google Pixel series, called Pixel Drop (formerly known as Feature Drop). Pixel Drop in December 2024 will have an AI-based call answering function “call screening” has been enhanced, making it possible to reply to the other party on the phone, and features have also been added, including the ability to customize Gemini’s response content to your liking and the ability to generate subtitles with rich emotional expressions.
Pixel feature drop December 2024: All the latest features for Pixel phones
https://blog.google/products/pixel/pixel-drop-december-2024/
◆A function to have AI call you on your behalf
Google Pixel has a feature called “Call Screening” that allows Google Assistant to respond on your behalf when you receive an incoming call. Call screening uses an automated voice to ask the caller for their name and requirements, and what they say is transcribed and displayed as text.
A new feature has been added that uses Gemini Nano to generate responses to calls. This will automatically generate response candidates based on the content of the call, and you will be able to respond with an automated voice simply by selecting the response you would like to use.
◆Gemini customization
You can now have Gemini remember your information and customize its responses. For example, if you memorize the information “I’m a vegetarian,” and then ask the question “I want to eat Bolognese, what should I buy?” it will give you shopping suggestions for vegetarians.
◆An increase in the number of apps that can be operated with Gemini
In the coming weeks, you’ll be able to use Gemini to play music on Spotify, control smart home devices like lights and air conditioners that are linked to your Google account, and get detailed information about a location on a map. You will be able to do this.
◆Post ultra HDR photos on Instagram
You can now take bright, high-contrast Ultra HDR photos with Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, and Pixel 9 Pro Fold and post them to Instagram.
◆Pixel Screenshots update
Screenshot management app using AI “Pixel Screenshotshas been updated, and saved screenshots are now automatically categorized. Additionally, a function has been added that automatically saves screenshots that include the subject used in “Kokotte Search” to Pixel Screenshots.
◆Emotional subtitle generation
You can transcribe any audio on your smartphone, including videos and calls, and display subtitles.Automatic subtitle transcription functionhas been updated to allow you to express emotions such as surprise and joy. For example, the excited voice of a sports broadcaster is expressed in capital letters.
◆Easy operation with simple view
“Simple view” has been added to the appearance settings. Simple view increases font size and button size, and improves touch sensitivity.
Other update contents and compatible devices are summarized in the linked article below.
Pixel Drop in December 2024 – Google Pixel Community
https://support.google.com/pixelphone/thread/311558530/
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