Google today began to push the March feature update (Feature Drop) to all Pixel phones running Android 14. When users get the update depends on the carrier and model.
This feature update is available for Pixel 5a (5G), Pixel 6 series, Pixel 7 series, Pixel 8 series and Pixel Fold phones, as well as Pixel Tablets. The latest version number is AP1A.240305.019.A1.
In addition to fixing many bugs in previous versions, improving existing functions, and improving system stability, this feature update focuses on expanding the “Circle to Search” function, optimizing application screen sharing and Fast Pair functions, etc. .
The main contents as follows:
Circle-to-search feature expanded to Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro phones
Google teamed up with Samsung in January this year to launch a new Circle to Search function for the Pixel 8 and Galaxy S24 series phones, and now extends this function to the Pixel 7 series.
Improve Call Screen calls
It is convenient for users to have a clearer understanding of the caller’s intentions. If the user doesn’t choose to connect to the caller, they will see a “Hello” pill-shaped button. Just tap the button when screening the call, and Google Assistant will prompt the caller to speak, so you can understand why they want to Looking for you.
Fast Pair
The user now opens Settings->Connected Devices and can see the headset bound to the Google account.
Upload Ultra HDR
For users of Pixel 7 series, Pixel 8 series, and Pixel Fold phones, you can upload Ultra HDR photos to Instagram and 10-bit HDR videos to Instagram Reels.
