Google unveiled its most recent assortment of Pixel-related functionalities for smartphones, tablets, and watches today. These include support for 10-bit videos on Instagram, an expanded Circle search function, automated fitness detection on the original Pixel watch, and selective app screening for multiple Pixel devices.
Pixel phone updates
Users are now permitted to record and upload 10-bit HDR videos to Instagram. Furthermore, support for sharing Ultra HDR images on Instagram is being added. Users have access to this functionality on the Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro, Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro, and Pixel Fold.
With the unveiling of the Samsung Galaxy S24 series in January, Google introduced the “Circle to Search” function, which enables users to circle an item on the screen to conduct a search. The company made the feature accessible to Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro users later in the month. Users of the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro will soon have access to this feature, Google announced today.
Conversation mode is one of the enhancements that Google has added to its call screening function. In this mode, the “Hello” chip on the new Pixel Drop enables Google Assistant to prompt a caller to communicate. The assistant may also request that the caller wait if you are unable to answer the call immediately.
Pixel Watch updates
Google is introducing two enhancements to the original Pixel Watch, namely heart zone training and pace training, to assist users in their workouts. The pace training mode notifies you via motion sensors and GPS if your pace deviates from the predetermined range that you established prior to the workout. In a similar fashion, heart rate ranges are monitored by the Heart Zone training mode.
As part of the latest update, the first-generation Pixel Watch will now be able to automatically detect when an exercise begins and when it ends.
Additionally, the firm is introducing the Fitbit Relax app for both Pixel Watches, which will allow users to engage in guided mindfulness experiences and breading activities.
Portfolio updates
During a video conversation, Google will be rolling out an update that will allow you to share the screen of a particular application. This update will be available on all devices, including the Pixel 5a and newer, the Pixel Tablet, and the Pixel Fold.
As an additional feature, the company is incorporating future pairing capabilities that will allow users to easily attach a Bluetooth item that is compatible with FastPair that was previously used to a new device.
Additionally, the company is enabling users to annotate documents on the Pixel Tablet, Pixel 8, and subsequent devices by using either a stylus or their finger. Using voice input will result in the keyboard on the Pixel Tablet shrinking to a smaller size, which is a new function that will be included in the latest update.