PIXEL 11'S CALL FOR ME FEATURE ENTERS BETA

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THU, SEP 24, 2026

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Google has begun a limited rollout of Call For Me, a new Pixel 11 feature that enables users to make phone calls through an AI chatbot. The capability is currently available to select Gemini subscribers.

Call For Me allows Pixel 11 users to place calls via Google's Gemini AI, marking an expansion of the chatbot's practical applications beyond text-based interactions. The preliminary rollout targets Gemini subscribers first, suggesting Google is testing user demand and system reliability before wider deployment. The feature represents Google's continued integration of generative AI into its hardware ecosystem. By embedding AI-assisted calling into the Pixel 11, the company aims to streamline phone interactions and potentially handle routine calls automatically. Google has not yet disclosed a timeline for broader availability or pricing implications for non-Gemini users. The preliminary phase will likely reveal technical adjustments needed before general release, including call quality optimization and user experience refinements.

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