March Pixel Drop: New personalization and AI tools

Gemini
The March Pixel Drop introduces new AI tools like enhanced Circle to Search, Gemini task handling, and security updates for Pixel Watch.

Summary

The March Pixel Drop brings several intuitive and personal updates to Pixel devices, rolling out over several weeks. Key enhancements include Circle to Search, which now supports multi-object recognition and a "Try It On" feature for clothing items directly within search results. Gemini AI gains the ability to handle tasks across different apps, such as ordering groceries or booking rideshares, with user oversight. For social interactions, Magic Cue integrates Gemini into chats to suggest restaurant recommendations without leaving the conversation. Other updates include Now Playing becoming a standalone app for tracking music history, At a Glance showing more personalized updates (transit, sports, finance), and the ability to generate custom home screen icons using five AI-generated styles. Pixel Watch receives significant security upgrades, like automatic phone locking when out of range, faster identity checks, and expanded Satellite SOS availability. Additionally, Pixel Watch 3 and newer models gain one-handed gestures and an express pay feature for Google Wallet.

(Source:Gemini)