Although Android 11 is no longer the latest version of Google’s operating system, it will remain the stable version for the first part of this year. To help fix this, the March Pixel Feature Drop and next security solution is here now.
Recorder cloud backup and web app
The Pixel’s powerful Recorder app can now automatically back up to Google Drive. Users previously had to upload manually via the sub-page, while previous recordings would not be transferred to new / other phones. Cloud storage also means access to multiple devices through a new recorder.google.com app that can play, search and share audio.
Measure heart rate and breathing rate in Google Fit
Google Fit can use your Pixel’s front camera and computer vision to measure breathing rate by detecting small changes on your chest while you breathe. Meanwhile, heart rate measurement involves placing your finger on the back lens.
Underwater Photos
Pixel phones work closely with the Kraken Sports Universal Smart Phone Housing (KRH04 or KRH03) to capture the marine life and seascapes. The UI is almost identical, except for a bar at the top with specific accessories.
Get instant access to your Pixel’s camera features, including Night Sight, Portrait Mode, Motion Photos and video through Pixel’s Pixel app for high quality images of you and your underwater friends. See g.co/pixel/diveconnector for more information.
Google points out that users have the opportunity to “take the same kinds of high-quality images as they are used to above water, and do so underwater without the cumbersome cameras and cases that scuba drivers have traditionally used.”
Gboard Smart Compose
Following the launch in Gmail and Docs, Smart Compose is now officially coming to Gboard for select messaging apps. Using machine learning will help complete sentences as you type, suggesting common phrases (in gray) to reduce repetitive typing and potential typing errors. You swipe across the space bar to accept suggestions.
Smart Compose currently only works in the US and if it is set to English.
Pixel stand
The Pixel Stand gets a new bedtime screen and redesigned directions to help you ‘fall asleep’.
This feature is available on Pixel phones with wireless charging capability: Pixel 3, Pixel 3 XL, Pixel 4, Pixel 4 XL and Pixel 5.
New IWD Wallpaper
The “Curated Culture” section, launched last month on Google Wallpapers, has three new wallpapers ahead of International Women’s Day on March 8th. They focus on the power and transformation of women and are illustrated by the Spanish duo Cachetejack.
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