Google's September 2026 Pixel Feature Drop introduces a redesigned Pixel VIP widget with single-tap quick actions for calling or texting contacts, full-width layout enforcement, and automatic reversion to the old layout when more than four VIPs are selected. Adding a single-contact widget now automatically adds the contact to the VIP list and opens a dedicated VIP sheet instead of the contact details page. The new widget will be available on Pixel 6 and newer devices after Google enables it server-side.
Apple's iOS 27.2 beta introduces an anniversary reminder feature within the Call Context system, alerting users when they call someone on their anniversary date if the date is saved in Contacts. The feature builds on Call Context, which already surfaces relevant information like flight confirmations during calls, and can be managed through the Contacts app or Apple Intelligence.
Apple's iOS 27.2 beta introduces an anniversary reminder feature within the Call Context system, alerting users when they call someone on their anniversary date if the date is stored in Contacts. The feature builds on Call Context, which already surfaces relevant information like flight confirmations during calls, and will launch in October.