Everything Google announced at the Pixel 9 event

Googlov dogodek “Made by Google” je za nami in poleg osvežitve, ki jo je prinesla nova serija telefonov Pixel 9, smo dobili informacije o nekaterih drugih Googlovih napravah. Kljub temu, da je dogodek potrdil številne govorice zadnjih nekaj tednov, je Google naznanil nekaj novosti, o katerih še nismo slišali.

So let's see what are the biggest innovations of the Pixel 9 event.

Google's Pixel 9 series brings another Pro model to choose from

Google has finally unveiled its Pixel 9 lineup, which includes three regular phones and a foldable model. The regular lineup consists of the base Pixel 9 with a 6.3-inch (16-centimeter) screen, the Pixel 9 Pro XL with a 6.8-inch (17.27-centimeter) screen, and a new, smaller Pixel 9 Pro option that measures 6, 3 inches (16 centimeters). The trio of devices comes with a redesigned oval-shaped camera body, Google's updated G4 Tensor chip, better battery life, and a new satellite SOS feature.

While the Pixel 9's starting price of $799 (€725) is about €100 more than last year's model, the Pixel 9 Pro starts at $999 (€907) and the Pro XL will cost $1,099 (€997 euros) and more. The Pixel 9 and 9 Pro XL go on sale on August 22, while the smaller Pixel 9 Pro will be available in September. The phones are also available in Slovenia from Telekom Slovenije and in the Big Bang store.

Artificial intelligence again in the main role

Pričakovano imajo nove Googlove naprave Pixel pomočnika z umetno inteligenco (UI) Gemini AI, s katerim lahko poiščete informacije v svojih aplikacijah ali postavite vprašanje o fotografiji, ki ste jo pravkar posneli. Linija Pixel 9 vključuje tudi dve novi UI aplikaciji: “Pixel Screenshots”, ki uporablja UI v napravi za iskanje informacij na shranjenih posnetkih zaslona ​​in “Pixel Studio”, ki je preprosto povedano generator fotografij z besedilnimi pozivi.

Google je dodal nekaj UI orodij za urejanje slik, da bi s tem sledil tempu nadgradenj kamer serije Pixel 9. Recimo možnost “Add Me”, ki nekoga postavi na skupinsko fotografijo tako, da združi dve sceni. “Magic Editor” v storitvi “Google Photos” pa zdaj omogoča tudi uporabo generativne umetne inteligence za zamenjavo celih delov fotografije, kot je recimo nebo.

In short, what Samsung phones got this year is more or less also available on Google phones, which is logical, since Samsung mostly uses Google's Gemini language model.

The new 45mm Google Pixel Watch 3

In addition to the 41 mm version, the Google Pixel Watch 3 is now available in a larger, 45 mm version. In addition to slimmer bezels that offer more screen space, the Pixel Watch 3 has a new ultra-broadband chip, a brighter screen, and a host of new sports features.

One of the most notable features coming to the Pixel Watch 3 is the ability to detect if the user's pulse has stopped, allowing it to call emergency services if the user is unresponsive and no movement is detected. This feature will initially be rolled out in Europe. The 41mm Pixel Watch 3 with Bluetooth starts at $349.99, while the 45mm model costs $399.99 or more. Both sizes will be available on September 10th.

Pixel Buds Pro 2 headphones with updated interior and exterior

Not only are the Pixel Buds Pro 2 smaller and lighter, they also feature the new Tensor A1 processor, which is said to significantly improve Ambient Noise Cancellation (ANC) technology. Google has taken care of a modified design that allows a better fit in the ear and a more solid placement during active and dynamic exercise. Google promises up to 8 hours of music playback with ANC on.

At $229 (208 euros), the Pixel Buds Pro 2 are slightly more expensive than the previous models, which started at $200 (182 euros). The first shipments of the headphones begin on September 26.

Gemini now with the option of voice conversation

Naročniki na “Gemini Advanced” bodo postopoma dobili novo funkcionalnost “Gemini Live”. Google je o tem prvič govoril na majskem dogodku I/O, zdaj pa zadeva postaja realnost. Uporabniki bodo lahko novo glasovno funkcionalnost uporabljali tako, da bodo z Googlovim UI asistentom komunicirali v realnem času in v enem od desetih glasov, ki bodo sprva na voljo. Enako kot to ponuja ChatGPT-jev glasovni pomočnik bo Gemini Live omogočal realen pogovor, pomočnika pa bo možno celo prekiniti med stavki.