Produced by: Danny Cyril Dcruze
Google, during the Pixel 9 Series launch event introduced a range of innovative AI features that may give Apple Intelligence a run for its money. From integration with your Google to nifty calling features. Here’s a look at some of the best AI features Google has rolled out:
With Gemini Live, you can engage in real-time, free-flowing conversations with your AI assistant, whether you’re planning your day, brainstorming ideas, or exploring new topics. The best part? You can do all this hands-free, even when your phone is locked or in the background. Google’s aim is to provide a personal sidekick always ready to chat.
Gemini now offers 10 different voices, so you can choose the one that suits you best. Whether you prefer a calm, soothing tone or a more energetic vibe, you can personalise your AI assistant to match your style. This makes interactions feel more natural, almost like you’re talking to a real person who understands your preferences.
Google showed in real-time how Gemini is integrated with all the Google apps. For instance, you can ask Gemini to find a recipe in your Gmail, add ingredients to your shopping list in Keep, and then create a playlist on YouTube Music—all without leaving the conversation. It will save you from the hassle of switching between apps and keeping everything you need in one place.
On Android, Gemini will get smarter and more context-aware. When you’re watching a YouTube video, you can simply ask, “What’s this video about?” or “Show me the restaurants mentioned here,” and Gemini will provide the information you need, right on the screen. You can even drag and drop images generated by Gemini directly into apps like Gmail and Google Messages.
The new Pixel Screenshots app is a game-changer for keeping track of important information. If you’ve saved a screenshot of a door code or a flight confirmation, you can quickly find it later by asking Gemini to recall it for you.
Call Notes is a feature that automatically saves a summary of your phone conversations. After a call, you can refer back to the summary to find important information like appointment details or addresses. It’s all stored securely on your device, so you have peace of mind knowing your data is safe and easily accessible when you need it.
This feature could be one of those controversial ones where Google alters the photo to mimic a moment that never really happened. With the new Add Me feature in Pixel photography, you can insert another person into a group shot, even if you weren’t in the original photo.
The Pixel Studio app will let you generate and edit images directly on your device. Powered by advanced AI models, you can create personal stickers, adjust styles.
The new Pixel Weather app gives you more than just a basic forecast. It uses AI to provide detailed, custom weather reports, like pinpointing exactly when the rain will start or stop. You can also customise the app to prioritise the weather information that matters most to you, such as air quality or UV index.