Android 17 QPR2 Beta 6 is now available for Pixel testers, focusing on bug fixes including issues with letterboxing, screensaver display, camera crashes, and scrolling problems. The release supports up to Pixel 10 devices, with Pixel 11 builds coming soon.
Google released Android 17 QPR2 Beta 6 for supported Pixel phones from Pixel 6a through Pixel 10, addressing 6 bugs including camera crashes, screensaver issues, and system kernel problems while continuing work on call forwarding fraud protection.
Google is launching an experimental feature on Pixel 11 that allows Gemini to make phone calls to local businesses on behalf of users, handling tasks like reservations and appointment rescheduling while providing a live transcript and the ability to take over at any time. The feature is rolling out as an early preview to Gemini paid subscribers in the US.
Google has released Android 17 QPR2 Beta 6 for Pixel devices, addressing multiple critical issues including visual regressions, screensaver problems, unexpected device reboots on Pixel 9 Pro Fold, and system crashes related to camera and microphone access. The update is available for most Pixel models and the Android Emulator through the Android Beta Program.
Google is launching "Call for Me," a Gemini feature that makes phone calls to businesses on users' behalf, initially available to Pixel 11 subscribers in the U.S. The AI can handle complex tasks like checking product availability, making reservations, and rescheduling appointments while users watch via live transcript and can take over at any time.
Google is rolling out blood pressure trends, insulin resistance trends, and sleep breathing quality metrics to Pixel Watch 3, 4, and 5 users through its Health Guardian suite. These features use passive sensor data and machine learning to track cardiovascular and metabolic health without requiring manual calibration or blood draws, with trend reports available starting early October.
Google is introducing 'Call for Me,' a Gemini feature on Pixel 11 devices that allows AI to make routine phone calls on users' behalf for tasks like booking appointments and checking store inventory. The feature, currently in early testing for US-based Gemini subscribers, provides live transcripts and user control to override the AI at any time.