After debuting Gemini Intelligence on the Pixel 11 series and holding back its AI-powered widget builder, Google is bringing that and more to Pixel devices through the November Pixel Drop.Add How-To Geek on Google Add as Preferred Source Follow on Google Discover The latest update adds Gboard's awesome Rambler voice typing, the much hyped "Create My Widget," and a few additional tweaks.So if you've been holding out with a Pixel 10, looking enviously at new hardware, your patience has just paid off.
Rambler makes its way to the Pixel 10 lineup Gemini Intelligence expands to Google's older flagships The biggest news for Pixel 10 owners is the arrival of Gemini Intelligence.The update is for the Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL, and Pixel 10 Pro Fold.Leading the additions is Rambler, Google's upgraded voice typing feature.
It doesn’t just transcribe what you say but also cleans up your speech as you dictate.It removes filler words like “um,” cuts excessive repetition, and turns self-corrections into complete sentences.You can talk naturally without having to edit every other line before sending a message.
Unlike some of Gemini Intelligence's other capabilities, Rambler is available across all regions and languages.Close Pixel 10 owners are also getting Gemini automation.The assistant is able to complete multi-step requests such as placing grocery orders, requesting rideshares, ordering food for delivery, and making restaurant reservations in supported regions.
Proactive Gemini Actions can also summarize selected text and help transfer useful information, such as grocery items mentioned in a conversation, directly to Google Keep.Related The Pixel 11's best feature completely ruined standard voice typing for me Rambler turns messy voice notes into clean, punctuated text.Posts 1 By Joe Fedewa Create My Widget finally arrives on Pixel phones Build custom widgets with simple text prompts Close Another highly anticipated addition is Create My Widget, Google’s AI-powered widget builder that was launched earlier this year.
Instead of accepting whatever widgets your installed apps happen to provide, you can tell Google what you need and have it build something specific to your routine.Want a monthly spending tracker, a countdown to your next vacation, or a game day widget that shows your team’s colors? Just describe it.Widgets can also automatically show relevant details such as flight or reservation information, Google says.
Create My Widget is coming to some regions and languages on the Pixel 10 and Pixel 11 series.Support for the Pixel Watch 4 and Pixel Watch 5 is also coming.Google adds more ways to personalize Pixel devices Nano Banana brings 10 new icon styles Close Along with the AI upgrades, Google is adding 10 new custom icon styles, for a total of 16.
The new designs, using its Nano Banana model, promise higher-quality icons and more ways to personalize your home screen.Pixel Search is also rolling out to the Pixel 6 and newer, and Transit Mode can now be automatically triggered by your phone’s sensors.Google is also bringing Family Hub to Android Settings, enabling users to control family-related tools from one location, and adding live location and battery information to Pixel VIP contact cards.
Pixel Watch owners aren’t being left out either.The Pixel Watch 3 and up are adding step-by-step workout guidance, including logging reps, weights, and live fitness metrics.Google is also working on phone-to-watch unlocking, so you are able to unlock a nearby watch without having to enter a PIN or pattern.
Meanwhile, Pixel 11 Pro owners can now get HiLight notifications for messages from favorite contacts in Google Messages.The update also includes Pixel Tag, Google's first-ever item tracker, which uses the Find Hub network to locate lost items.One tracker starts at $30.
Related The Pixel 11’s flashiest new feature makes me worry about Google Somehow, archaic notification LEDs were better.Posts 3 By Joe Fedewa These upgrades arrive alongside Google Fi's new "Super Network" feature, an updated 5G connectivity that aims to help improve reliability and eliminate dead zones using automatic network switching.Google’s November Pixel Drop starts rolling out on November 10, with availability depending on the feature and device.
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