Google’s second Pixel Feature Drop, rolling out to various Pixel phones as early as today, brings about a number of new features and functions. Not to be confused with the monthly patch and security update, this is a quarterly push that adds interesting ways of interacting and using Pixel phones.
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Not all models will see the same features as it largely depends on the hardware and components. Nevertheless, here’s a quick breakdown of what you can expect to see come to Pixel 2, 3, 3a, and Pixel 4 series of phones.
- Pause and resume music using a tap gesture
- Live Caption for older models
- Long-press the lock/power button to surface Google Pay credit and debit cards, boarding passes, event tickets, etc.
- New AR effects for Duo video calls on Pixel 4
- Portrait Blur, color pop, 3D photos for front-facing camera
- More customizable emoji
- Schedule system-wide dark theme for sunset to sunrise
- Enable automatic rules (turn on Wi-Fi, Do Not Disturb, etc.) based on location
Visit Google’s blog to learn more about the latest Pixel Feature Drop.