Pixel 9 Series Update: From Gemini Live to Pixel Studio, Top AI Features Announced by Google
Pixel 9 Series
By Srishty Kumari | Aug 15, 2024, 7:00 AM IST
Google unveiled the Pixel 9 series, featuring new top AI capabilities such as Gemini Live, Pixel screenshots, and Pixel Studio. These devices come with the Tensor G4 chipset and pledge improved user interaction and creative tools. Read the details inside.
At its annual “Made by Google” event, Google unveiled the latest Pixel 9 series smartphones, Pixel Watch 3 and Pixel Buds Pro 2. While all the new Pixel 9 devices come powered by the Tensor G4 chipset, the addition of new Gemini AI features has excited everyone. Google has added many new AI features like Gemini Live, Pixel screenshots and Pixel Studio while also working on reworking some older ones like Magic Editor and Panorama.
All New AI Features that Come with Pixel 9:
1) Pixels Screenshots:
Pixel Screenshots is a new AI feature debuting with the Pixel 9 series that helps users recall important information from their saved screenshots. Like Microsoft’s Recall on Copilot+ PCs, users must trigger a specific search to retrieve information from screenshots stored on their Pixel 9 devices.
2) Pixel Studio:
Google has introduced Pixel Studio, a dedicated AI-powered image generation app that turns your imagination into reality by allowing you to create stunning images with simple prompts. Powered by the Tensor G4 processor and Google's Imagen 3 model, Pixel Studio offers a seamless and intuitive creative experience.
3) Gemini Live:
Gemini Live is a game-changer for those seeking a more interactive AI experience. This feature enables natural conversations with Google's advanced AI model, Gemini. From getting answers to questions to receiving personalized recommendations, Gemini Live is designed to be a helpful and engaging companion.
4) New Magic Editor:
The Pixel 9's camera system has been significantly enhanced with AI. A standout feature is Magic Editor Plus, which uses generative AI to let users manipulate photos in unprecedented ways. Need to remove an unwanted object or change the sky? Magic Editor Plus can do it effortlessly. The Add Me feature, powered by augmented reality and AI, ensures you're never left out of a group photo again.
Video has also received an AI boost with Super Res Zoom Video. This feature leverages AI to enhance video quality when zooming up to 20x on the Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro XL.
5) AI Weather Report:
AI's influence extends beyond the camera. The Pixel 9's Weather app utilizes AI to provide more accurate and informative forecasts, including detailed rain patterns and air quality information. The device's AI capabilities also enhance productivity tools like Google Keep, making creating and managing lists easier.
6) Call Notes:
The new Call Notes feature on the Pixel 9 gives users a summary of the conversation and a full transcript after they hang up. This feature processes data on-device for privacy, helping users keep track of important information without needing to write it down.
7) AI Call Recorder and Transcriber:
The Call Note feature on the latest Pixel 9 series can record your calls, transcribe them using AI, and summarise them. This experience is powered by on-device AI capability, which makes it safe and secure. Once activated, everyone on the call will be notified that it is being monitored.
All New AI Features that Come with Pixel 9:
1) Pixels Screenshots:
Pixel Screenshots is a new AI feature debuting with the Pixel 9 series that helps users recall important information from their saved screenshots. Like Microsoft’s Recall on Copilot+ PCs, users must trigger a specific search to retrieve information from screenshots stored on their Pixel 9 devices.
2) Pixel Studio:
Google has introduced Pixel Studio, a dedicated AI-powered image generation app that turns your imagination into reality by allowing you to create stunning images with simple prompts. Powered by the Tensor G4 processor and Google's Imagen 3 model, Pixel Studio offers a seamless and intuitive creative experience.
3) Gemini Live:
Gemini Live is a game-changer for those seeking a more interactive AI experience. This feature enables natural conversations with Google's advanced AI model, Gemini. From getting answers to questions to receiving personalized recommendations, Gemini Live is designed to be a helpful and engaging companion.
4) New Magic Editor:
The Pixel 9's camera system has been significantly enhanced with AI. A standout feature is Magic Editor Plus, which uses generative AI to let users manipulate photos in unprecedented ways. Need to remove an unwanted object or change the sky? Magic Editor Plus can do it effortlessly. The Add Me feature, powered by augmented reality and AI, ensures you're never left out of a group photo again.
Video has also received an AI boost with Super Res Zoom Video. This feature leverages AI to enhance video quality when zooming up to 20x on the Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro XL.
5) AI Weather Report:
AI's influence extends beyond the camera. The Pixel 9's Weather app utilizes AI to provide more accurate and informative forecasts, including detailed rain patterns and air quality information. The device's AI capabilities also enhance productivity tools like Google Keep, making creating and managing lists easier.
6) Call Notes:
The new Call Notes feature on the Pixel 9 gives users a summary of the conversation and a full transcript after they hang up. This feature processes data on-device for privacy, helping users keep track of important information without needing to write it down.
7) AI Call Recorder and Transcriber:
The Call Note feature on the latest Pixel 9 series can record your calls, transcribe them using AI, and summarise them. This experience is powered by on-device AI capability, which makes it safe and secure. Once activated, everyone on the call will be notified that it is being monitored.