Google has taken a little detour to roll out a new Pixel feature drop early with loads of AI features and other improvements.
Samsungannounced theGalaxy S24 serieslast week during the Galaxy Unpacked event. The main talking point of the keynote was Galaxy AI, which brings some impressive AI features to the Galaxy S24 models. These features challenge the software dominance of the Pixel 8 series.
However, Google has now rolled out a new feature drop to level up the playing field. The update brings the latest AI features like Circle to Search, Photomoji, and Magic Compose. Google has also made thePixel 8 Pro’s thermometer useful by giving it the ability to finally check your body temperature.
Pixel 8 Pro can now record your body temperature
The company doesn’t want to lag behind Samsung in terms of AI features. The new update Circle to Search feature, which Samsungannounced with the Galaxy S24 series.
This feature allows you to search for anything on your phone’s screen by long-pressing the home screen and circling what you want to search. The best part is that you don’t have to exit the app you’re currently using.
Google is also rolling out Photomoji and Magic Compose in Messages. Magic Compose on the Pixel 8 Pro will use the Gemini Nano model to suggest replies in various styles, including Remix, Excited, Chill, Shakespeare, and more.
Photmoji, as the name suggests, lets you create custom stickers using your photos or a subject in a picture. Those with Pixel 5a or above will be able to use this feature.
The feature drop for the Pixel 8 Pro also added the ability to check your body temperature. This feature received the green light from the FDA in the US. Before this update, the sensor could only measure the temperature of objects.
Anurag Singh was a Tech Writer on Dexerto’s UK team, expertly covering laptops, smartphones, and wearables. He covers the biggest tech news from major brands such as Apple, Samsung, and Microsoft. He also has bylines at Android Police, Neowin, MakeTechEasier, Gizmochina.
