Seven useful functions that can only be used on Pixel

Only Pixel is the first to use Google's cutting edge technology!

For those who want to be the first to take advantage of new Android features, the Pixel is worth owning for that alone. The previous models, including the Pixel 3 series and Pixel 4 series, have become more convenient without even realizing it. This time, we will introduce 7 useful Pixel-specific functions.

1. "Call screening function", convenient for countermeasures against nuisance calls

With the June 2021 update, all Pixel smartphones will be able to use the "call screening" function.

When you receive an incoming call, the Google Assistant answers the phone instead of you and responds with an automatic voice, prompting the caller to tell their name and requirements according to the guidance. The content of the other party's response is transcribed and displayed as text on the smartphone, so you can check the content and decide whether or not to answer the call, return the call, or ignore it.

To enable the "Call Screening" feature, launch your Android's Phone app > Select the three dots menu button in the top right corner > Settings > Tap Call Screening to turn it on. (If you don't see call screening here, it's most likely not updated). This feature is currently only available in the US, Canada, and Japan.

2, A function that suggests frequently used apps and automatically displays them on the home screen

Can't decide which apps to put on the home screen? Then you can let the Pixel choose for you.

If you press and hold an empty space on the home screen and enable Home settings > Suggestions > Suggestions on home screen, it will be displayed at the bottom of the home screen above the search box. Become. The apps displayed here are "based on recently used apps, frequently used apps, and routines." On the other hand, if you want to remove the icons of frequently used apps that have already been placed, you can turn them off here.

3. Automatically turn on driving mode

On Pixel 3 and newer devices, when your Pixel device detects that you are in a moving car, it automatically switches to silent mode or Android There is a feature that turns Auto on, automatically turns on "driving mode" (Pixel 2 can be set to turn on silent mode while driving).

It's not a flashy feature, but it's pretty useful for people who drive. To turn this feature on, go to Settings > Connected devices > Connection settings > Driving mode. The options that follow will vary depending on the device type and car.

4. Edit the sky in Google Photos

One of the editing features in Google Photos is the sky editing feature available to Pixel devices or users with a Google One subscription.

Open the photo you want to edit from the Google Photos app and select Edit > Adjust > Sky. There are several filters, but for example, Radiant makes colors brighter and more vivid, while Ember makes the light warmer. Areas other than the sky in the photo are also atmospherically adjusted to match the filter, and the dial at the bottom allows you to adjust the strength of the effect.

5. Shoot time-lapse videos that depict star trails

Pixel's camera has a reputation for its strength in dark places, but the "night view mode" for shooting night scenes and night skies is If it is detected that the shooting conditions are met, it will be possible to shoot a beautiful night sky with the help of AI. In addition, a time-lapse function will be added in June 2021! However, you must have a Pixel 4 or later model to use this feature. Go to the settings details of Google Camera, the default camera app on your Pixel, and make sure the Enable Astronomical Timelapse option is turned on.

When shooting, set the "night view mode" and fix the Pixel on a tripod (it will always fail if you hold it by hand).

6. Instantly know "What's this song?"

Pixel has a "What's this song?" It's loaded with features. If you turn on this function, it is a plain amazing function that identifies the music that is playing nearby and tells you on the Pixel's lock screen. The one that instantly understands the song that is playing in the cafe.

The setting method is Settings > Ringtone & Vibration > Advanced Settings > What is this song? , then turn on Show Songs on Lock Screen. In addition to the lock screen, you can check the list of songs identified in the past from the history of "What is this song?" in this menu.

7. Automatic subtitles (currently English only)

Although it will eventually work on "some" Android devices other than Pixel, automatic subtitles are currently only available on Pixel 2 and newer. wake-up function. However, it currently supports only English, and plans to support other languages ​​in the future. To enable this feature, go to Settings > Ringtones & Vibration > Automatic Captions.

This feature adds real-time subtitles to the video or audio playing on your device, and is useful for people who are deaf or hard of hearing, or in situations where you can't turn up the volume in a quiet place. There is also a function to display audio labels such as "(laughter), (applause), (music)", and to replace inappropriate expressions with an asterisk (*).Please support Japanese as soon as possible!