Google’s new Pixel update brings new features like clear calling and Google One VPN

Google’s latest “feature drop” for Pixel and Pixel Watch phones brings features such as a call quality improvement feature called “Clear Calling”, free access to Google One’s VPN service, new privacy settings and security center and Fitbit pixel sleep profiles. To see.

Here is the summary of all the features included in this announcement.

Pixel 7 and 7 Pro Exclusive features During the launch of the Pixel 7 series, Google said that people who buy the new devices would get free access to a VPN that comes with Google One subscriptions. With the latest update, this feature is available to Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro owners. If you’re a user of the company’s latest flagship phone, Google is also introducing the clear calling feature. This reduces background noise and improves your voice so that the person on the other end of the line can hear you better.

The latest update brings speaker tags to the Recorder app, which automatically tags multiple people in the recording. Also, the app inserts a line break every time the speaker changes in the transcripts. Journalists and interviewers will be very happy with this feature. Professional transcription tools like Otter.ai provide this service, but it’s a nice feature to have on your phone. I hope Google rolls out this feature to other Pixel devices as well.

Features for all Pixel phones Google is launching a new hub for easy access to your privacy and security settings. Contains shortcuts to the app’s security features, lock screen settings, Find My Device, and Google Security Check. The center shows action cards when one of your accounts has been compromised and suggests actions to strengthen your security.

The update includes a new set of wallpapers to celebrate International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Pixel devices finally get a spatial audio upgrade when you pair your phone with Pixel Buds Pro. Google says this link enables head tracking for an immersive experience. But you’ll have to wait until January to get it. Pixel Watch updates Pixel Watch owners get a Fitbit Premium feature even if they’re not a Fitbit Premium subscriber: sleep profiles. This feature tracks 10 different things like sleep duration, interruptions, and bedtime consistency to analyze your sleep. It will also assign you a cute animal based on your sleeping patterns if you wear the Pixel Watch for 14 nights in November.

These features are rolling out to Pixel Watch and Pixel phones (for Pixel 4a and above) via OTA updates starting today.