Google's November Pixel Drop Adds Gemini Phone Calls, Custom Widgets and More
The Android 17 QPR2 update brings new Gemini features to the Pixel 10 and Pixel 11, including the ability for Gemini to place calls for you in the US.
Google released its November Pixel Drop on November 10. The update is based on Android 17 QPR2 and focuses heavily on Gemini, Google's AI assistant.
Highlights
- Gemini makes calls (US): on the Pixel 10 and later, Gemini can place phone calls on your behalf, for tasks like checking a store's hours or booking a table.
- App automation: Gemini can carry out multi-step tasks across apps.
- Rambler: a new Gemini feature for the Pixel 10.
- Create My Widget: describe the widget you want and the phone builds it. Available on Pixel 10 and Pixel 11.
- Gemini Call Screen: a smarter version of call screening, exclusive to the Pixel 11.
How to get it
Go to Settings, then System, then Software updates. Pixel Drops roll out in stages, so it may take a week or two to reach every phone. Many of the features are limited to newer models because they rely on on-device AI processing.
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