Google is gearing up to launch its Pixel 9 smartphone next month, and it seems like the focus will be on advanced AI technology. According to a report from Android Authority, Google’s AI features will be a significant part of the upcoming Pixel 9 series. The launch is expected to take place on August 13, which is earlier than last year’s October launch for the Pixel 8 lineup.
The report suggests that Google AI on the Pixel 9 will include a mix of existing features like Gemini, Google’s ChatGPT competitor, as well as some new features. One of the new features, called “Add Me,” is designed to ensure that everyone is included in group photos. Additionally, there will be a creative-assistant feature called Studio for editing photos and stickers. Another interesting feature is Pixel Screenshots, which sounds similar to Microsoft’s Recall feature that captures phone activity for easy retrieval later on.
This move by Google puts its phone AI features in direct competition with Apple Intelligence, which is set to debut later this year with iOS 18 and Apple’s OS updates for Mac and iPad. The tech industry is increasingly betting on artificial intelligence, believing that AI features like virtual assistants and chatbots will become more useful and common, especially on devices like smartphones. Other phone manufacturers like Samsung and Motorola are also working on incorporating generative AI features into their new phones.
In a recent leak, a video claiming to show the design of a pink Pixel 9 model was posted online. The video, shared by a user named Hani Mohamed Bioud on X, suggested that the phone was already available in Algeria. However, since the phone’s screen was not shown as active, it’s unclear whether the device in the video is a prototype or a genuine model.
For more information on all the rumors and details about the Pixel 9 and 9 Pro, you can check out CNET. It seems like Google is making a big push into AI technology with its upcoming Pixel 9 series, and it will be interesting to see how these new features stack up against the competition.
