Google has started rolling out Android 17 QPR2 alongside its November Pixel Drop. The update brings new Gemini features, more customisation options and improvements to Pixel devices dating back to the Pixel 6a.
That's six generations of Pixel devices receiving the update, although some of the headline features are limited to newer models. And not everything is available everywhere.
Here's what's new, which devices are eligible and what users in different regions can expect.
Louis Eriakha
The eligible devices
Android 17 QPR2 is rolling out to 23 Pixel devices:
- Pixel 6a
- Pixel 7 and 7 Pro
- Pixel 7a
- Pixel Tablet
- Pixel Fold
- Pixel 8, 8 Pro and 8a
- Pixel 9, 9 Pro, 9 Pro XL, 9 Pro Fold and 9a
- Pixel 10, 10 Pro, 10 Pro XL, 10 Pro Fold and 10a
- Pixel 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro XL and 11 Pro Fold
If you own one of these devices, you're eligible for the update. However, the new features you receive will depend on your model.
The headline features: What's new?
The biggest addition is Gemini Intelligence on the Pixel 10 series. It brings several new AI features, including Rambler, which improves voice typing by removing filler words and formatting spoken thoughts into clearer messages.
Gemini can also handle multi-step tasks, such as ordering groceries, booking rides and finding restaurant reservations. Google says this feature is now available in Japan, the UK and India.
There's also a new personalised widget feature. You can describe the widget you want in natural language, such as a monthly spending tracker or a countdown to your next trip, and Gemini will help create it.
However, this feature is limited to selected Pixel 10 and Pixel 11 models in select markets.
On the Pixel 11 series, Call Screen gets an upgrade. Gemini can have a more natural conversation with unknown callers, ask why they're calling and show you a live transcript before you decide whether to answer.
HiLight also gains Google Messages support on the Pixel 11 Pro, 11 Pro XL and 11 Pro Fold. When your phone is face down, it can glow when a favourite contact sends you a message.
The privacy and personalisation upgrades
Android 17 QPR2 also introduces an Agents dashboard under Privacy controls. It gives users a place to manage agent-related controls.
Google is also expanding Pixel's customisation options with new app icon styles. Users can choose different looks for their home screen icons, with the feature available on Pixel 6a and newer devices across all regions and languages.
Pixel Search is also expanding. It lets users find information across their phones, including photos, emails, messages, calendar events and settings. It's available on Pixel 6a and newer devices in all regions and languages.
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