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.