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Google’s March Pixel Drop adds AI-powered scam detection and live location sharing with friends
- Google announced new software updates for Pixel phones as part of the March 'Pixel Drop' with features extending to Pixel Watches and all Android devices.
- Key updates include AI-powered scam detection for calls, improved screenshot app categorization, and live location sharing through the Find My Devices app.
- Pixel 9 series users in the U.S. will benefit from scam detection using the Gemini Nano model while additional external cameras can be added for diverse angles in streaming.
- The Pixel Studio app can now generate images of people from text prompts, and the screenshot app suggests screenshots to add to collections based on content.
- Updates for Pixel Fold users include dual-screen features, 'Add Me' function, and satellite messaging support for specific users.
- Google's Gemini Live updates offer multimodal capabilities, multilingual conversations, and integration with AI assistant for supported devices.
- For Android devices, new features focus on scam detection, live location sharing, voice toolbar on Gboard, and gaming options through Android Auto while parked.
- Chrome on Android gets shopping insights feature, and Pixel Watches receive FDA clearance for loss-of-pulse emergency contact, menstrual tracking, improved step tracking, and enhanced audio controls.
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