Google Pixel Feature Drop for June Brings Emoji Wallpapers, Safety Feature Enhancements, and More

Google has released a new Feature Drop for Pixel devices, which includes a number of new features and improvements for Pixel Phones, Pixel Watches, and Fitbit devices. The update is rolling out now and will continue over the next few weeks.

Pixel Phones

• Peace of mind from Google Assistant: Users can now use their voice to ask Google Assistant to start emergency sharing or to schedule a safety check. For example, if you're going for a run at night, you can say "Hey Google, start a safety check for 30 minutes." If you don't respond to your safety check in the set duration, your emergency contacts will be notified and your real-time location will be shared.
• Added safety on the road: Car crash detection on Pixel has been available since 2019, and now it can also share your real-time location and call status with your emergency contacts.                       

• Stunning videos, down to the smallest detail: Pixel 7 Pro's Macro Focus is now available for video, so you can create larger-than-life videos of the smallest details, like butterflies fluttering or flowers waving in the wind.
• Easier hands-free photos: Pixel 6 and newer phones will now let you take self-timed photos by simply raising your palm to trigger the timer after setting it for 3 or 10 seconds.

• Express yourself with wallpapers that wow: Pixel 6 and newer phones now have new cinematic wallpapers and emoji wallpapers. The cinematic wallpapers use AI to transform your 2D wallpaper photos into dynamic 3D scenes, and the emoji wallpapers let you mix and match over 4,000 emoji with different patterns and colors to create live wallpapers that fit your personality and mood.
  
  
  
• Recorder speaker labels are even better: Recorder makes transcribing recordings a breeze with speaker labels. Starting next week, users with Pixel 6 and newer phones will be able to export transcripts into Google Docs, generate speaker-labeled video clips, and search for speakers within recordings.

• Quick access to smart home controls: Users can now quickly access their favorite smart home devices right from their Pixel lock screen when using the Google Home app. Use the redesigned home panel to turn off lights, adjust the temperature, see your cameras, and more.
• Smarter haptics: For Pixel 6a and Pixel 7a, Pixel's adaptive haptics can now lower its vibration intensity when it detects that it's on a hard, flat surface like a desk or table.
• Charging that adapts to your habits: Adaptive Charging now uses Google AI to help extend the lifespan of your Pixel battery. When you plug in your phone, it can predict a long charging session based on your previous charging habits, and slowly charge to 100% one hour before it's expected to be unplugged.
• New Google Assistant voices: Google Assistant now sounds more natural and relatable to even more users with two new options to add to the diverse array of voices, totaling 12 in U.S. English.

Pixel Watches

• Monitor your health with SpO2: Pixel Watch will now be able to check your oxygen saturation (SpO2) and help you identify changes in the level of oxygen in your blood while you’re sleeping, which could impact the quality of your sleep. Plus, tracking your SpO2 trends over time may help you spot any changes associated with your activity, altitude, and overall wellness.
• Keep a close eye on your heart rate: Pixel Watch continuously tracks your heart rate all day and night. Now, it will be able to send you a notification if your heart rate is unusually high or low, as it could be an indicator of your overall health and any potential issues on the horizon.
• Google Assistant in more languages: Google Assistant is available for Wear OS in new languages and locales, so you'll be able to get help in Italian, Portuguese, Swedish, Polish, and Spanish.
• Spotify on your wrist: Quickly kick off a Spotify DJ session, listen to podcasts, and check out what’s in your heavy rotation right from your wrist with three new tiles.
• Auto-Pause your run: Pixel Watch will automatically pause your run, walk, or bike exercise if you need to stop at a light or take a quick breather – and automatically resume tracking your workout once you start again.

Overall, the June Feature Drop for Pixel devices is a significant update that includes a number of new features and improvements that make Pixel devices more helpful, safe, and secure.

Everything You Need to Know About the June Feature Drop for Pixel Devices:

Q: What are the new features in the June Feature Drop for Pixel devices?

A: The June Feature Drop for Pixel devices includes a number of new features and improvements, including:

• Pixel 7 Pro Macro Focus: This new feature allows you to get closer to your subjects for stunning macro shots.
• Cinematic wallpapers: These new wallpapers use AI to transform your 2D wallpaper photos into dynamic 3D scenes.
• Emoji wallpapers: These new wallpapers let you mix and match over 4,000 emoji with different patterns and colors to create live wallpapers that fit your personality and mood.
• Speaker labels in Recorder: This new feature makes it easier to transcribe your recordings by labeling each speaker with their name.
• Quick access to smart home controls: This new feature lets you quickly access your favorite smart home devices right from your Pixel lock screen.
• Adaptive Charging: This new feature helps extend the lifespan of your Pixel battery by slowing down the charging speed when it detects that you're going to be away from your charger for a while.
• New Google Assistant voices: Google Assistant now sounds more natural and relatable to even more users with two new options to add to the diverse array of voices, totaling 12 in U.S. English.
• Pixel Watch SpO2: This new feature allows you to check your oxygen saturation (SpO2) and help you identify changes in the level of oxygen in your blood while you’re sleeping.
• Pixel Watch heart rate monitoring: This new feature continuously tracks your heart rate all day and night.
• Google Assistant in more languages: Google Assistant is available for Wear OS in new languages and locales, so you'll be able to get help in Italian, Portuguese, Swedish, Polish, and Spanish.
• Spotify on your wrist: Quickly kick off a Spotify DJ session, listen to podcasts, and check out what’s in your heavy rotation right from your wrist with three new tiles.
• Auto-Pause your run: Pixel Watch will automatically pause your run, walk, or bike exercise if you need to stop at a light or take a quick breather – and automatically resume tracking your workout once you start again.

Q: When will the June Feature Drop be available?

A: The June Feature Drop is currently rolling out and will continue over the next few weeks.

Q: How do I get the June Feature Drop?

A: To get the June Feature Drop, you'll need to have a Pixel device that is running Android 12. Once the update is available, you'll receive a notification. You can also check for updates manually by going to Settings > System > System updates.

Q: What if I don't want to install the June Feature Drop?

A: If you don't want to install the June Feature Drop, you can choose to delay the update. However, it's important to note that some features and improvements may not be available if you don't install the update.