Key Points
- Magic Cue provides AI‑generated shortcuts while texting, with source transparency.
- Daily Hub on Discover offers a personalized AI briefing of weather, events and reminders.
- Journal app auto‑suggests images and categorizes entries using emoji tags.
- Conversational Editing lets users describe photo changes; edits appear side‑by‑side.
- Camera Coach gives real‑time composition advice; Auto Best Take optimizes group shots.
- Gemini Live adds visual masking and upcoming speech‑nuance improvements.
- Pre‑orders start today; Pixel 10 devices roll out through August and October.
The Pixel 10's Magic Cue feature can display contextual information for the user.
The Pixel's new Journal app uses AI to help you record your thoughts.
Magic Cue: Contextual Shortcuts in Messaging
Google introduced Magic Cue, a feature that leverages Gemini Nano, an on‑device model, to surface contextual suggestions while users text. When a conversation references a recent reservation, the phone can display a tappable shortcut that sends a Google Maps listing. Users can long‑press the shortcut to view the source of the information, often pulling from personal Gmail data. The tool also extends to travel‑related chats, showing airline numbers and flight details directly within the Pixel 10 interface.
Daily Hub on the Discover Page
The Discover page now includes a Daily Hub, an AI‑generated snapshot of the upcoming day. It greets the user, presents the weather forecast, and lists calendar events. Below that, reminders drawn from Gmail, Keep, and other Google apps appear, followed by recommended articles and videos from YouTube.
AI‑Enhanced Journal App
Google added a Journal app that integrates AI throughout the writing experience. As users compose entries, the app suggests relevant images from the photo library and automatically categorizes entries based on user‑defined topics, using emoji icons for quick visual reference.
Conversational Editing in Google Photos
Photos now supports Conversational Editing, allowing users to describe desired changes to an image. For example, a user can ask the app to remove strangers from a selfie. The on‑device model processes the request and presents a side‑by‑side comparison of the original and edited photos, with the ability to stack multiple edits or revert to earlier versions.
Camera Coach and Auto Best Take
The camera app receives several AI‑driven assistants. Camera Coach analyses the scene before capture, offering suggestions on angle, lighting, and the optimal capture mode. Auto Best Take scans groups of similar photos and combines them to ensure every subject looks their best. An updated Add Me feature simplifies including the photographer in larger group shots.
Gemini Live Visual Assistant Upgrades
Gemini Live gains new visual indicators that mask portions of the screen, helping users see exactly what the assistant is referencing when answering questions. Google also hinted at a forthcoming model that improves how Gemini interprets speech nuances, such as speaking slowly for note‑taking or adjusting tone based on emotional context.
Availability and Pre‑order Details
Pre‑orders for the Pixel 10 family are open now, with general availability for the Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, and Pixel 10 Pro XL scheduled for later in August. The Pixel 10 Pro Fold, Pixel Watch 4, and Pixel Buds 2a are expected to reach retail in October.
Source: engadget.com