Apple Intelligence may be delayed, but Google is going full steam ahead with its AI. Ahead of Google’s hardware event on August 13, Android Police Some leaks have surfaced that hint at some software-focused announcements surrounding the upcoming Google Pixel 9. The leaks suggest that the smartphone will get some new AI-powered features as well as new accessories for an enhanced Gemini experience.
On the Gemini front, Google is working hard to bring Google Assistant to market for the new. The company is working to better integrate Gemini into Google Home. In its current version, Gemini will pass home commands to the Assistant. However, some new additions are said to fix this bottleneck and add some quality-of-life improvements. A deep dive into the Google app v15.29.34.29 beta reveals a phone addition that will give Gemini the ability to make calls using the app. Other additions will allow for calendar events and note-taking via Gemini, while another will allow AI to adjust volume, launch apps, and take photos.
These are likely some of the features Google will announce during the big Pixel 9 reveal. Tech journalist and software engineer Dylan Russell recently revealed the “Call Notes” feature. If the leak is accurate, this AI-powered feature will be integrated into the phone app. It will have the ability to record and transcribe calls, similar to the Pixel 8’s Recorder app, but will likely take things a step further with call summaries.
Finally, it has also been rumored that Google will announce Panorama mode has been redesigned. In order to attract fans of the recently disabled PhotoSphere mode.
