The Pixel 10 will debut with the most advanced assistant from Google to date.

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      In 2023, there were reports about a new Google AI assistant referred to as "Pixie." The concept of having an on-device smart assistant was enticing due to various factors, including privacy and efficiency, but it did not meet its intended launch date. Google had remained silent about it until now — Pixie has resurfaced as Pixel Sense and is expected to be released with the Google Pixel 10. According to Android Authority, Google describes the new application simply as: “Get the most personalized experience based on the things you do on your Pixel.” This means Pixel Sense will collect and organize data from your other applications, as well as from texts, images, and media files. It can utilize screenshots in a similar manner to the Pixel Screenshot feature.

      Although Gemini is present in many Google apps, it currently lacks the capability to use the data within these apps to provide contextual responses. With Pixel Sense, it will be able to answer questions involving personal data — but since all processing occurs on the device, this information should never reach Google’s servers.

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      So what changed that makes this possible now? The answer is simple: Gemini Nano. This is a more streamlined version of Google Gemini. You can think of it as a small bottle with a big genie. Thanks to Gemini Nano and the new Tensor processors being incorporated into the Pixel 10, the device possesses enough power to perform functions that were previously unattainable.

      The Google Pixel 10 is anticipated to launch around August 2025. Currently, the smartphone appears to be on track to meet that timeline; unless there are major delays, you could soon have Google’s most advanced AI at your fingertips.

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      Google enhances Pixel Watch's 911 call feature to reduce accidental calls

      The Emergency SOS feature on the Pixel is undeniably valuable for ensuring your safety, but it can lead to awkward situations if inadvertently triggered — such as sending a rather embarrassing video to all twelve emergency contacts. An update to the Emergency SOS feature on Pixel Watches aims to reduce these unfortunate incidents, at least theoretically. Google first revealed the update at the end of January, but it is currently being rolled out to users. If you press the watch crown five times, instead of directly calling 911, it will prompt you to hold your screen for three seconds before proceeding with the call.

      Google Pixel phone’s Emergency SOS mistakenly shared personal footage with friends

      Google Pixel phones are equipped with an Emergency SOS feature that calls emergency services and can also notify friends or family members. This system includes an optional video function that records your environment and shares the footage with all your emergency contacts. If you have activated this feature — hopefully after heeding Google’s caution to do so “carefully” — pray that it never gets triggered by mistake. One unfortunate individual learned this the hard way when the feature was accidentally activated, resulting in their nude images being sent to a dozen friends.

      I compared the cameras of the Galaxy S25 Plus and Pixel 9 Pro, and it was a clear winner

      If you’re in the market for a new flagship Android phone and prefer something compact, you might be considering Google’s flagship, the Pixel 9 Pro, alongside Samsung’s latest mid-range flagship, the Galaxy S25 Plus. Both devices offer very similar specifications, with each brand providing a flagship processor, solid battery life, and a fantastic display. Nonetheless, while both models have a triple camera setup, each company has implemented distinct approaches.