Google recently launched a new set of AI-powered features for Android devices running Android 15. According to a Google release, these features will help users express themselves authentically and connect their digital lives with real-world experiences. These new features include audio captions, image descriptions, a new sticker combo, and more. As we get to know the details of every new feature, it’s interesting that Google has released an additional set of features specifically for Pixel smartphones.

New AI features for all Android devices

Expressive Caption: This feature captures the intensity and emotion of the way the sender speaks. This feature focuses on volume, tone, and even sounds that are much more than mere words. For example, captions would include words like whispers, cheers and applause, groans, and more. Expressive captions are part of Live Captions, so they’re built into the operating system and available on all apps on your phone.

This means you can use expressive captions with most things you watch, like livestreams on social platforms, Memories in your Google Photos Reel, and video messages from friends and family. When enabled, captions will be in real time and on the device, so you can use them even while in airplane mode.

Image Q&A in Lookout: Designed with people in the blind and low vision communities in mind, Image Q&A in Lookout now uses Gemini 1.5 Pro to provide even richer, more useful image detail than previous versions. Simply take a photo, upload or open it in the app to hear captions read in a natural voice. You can then ask follow-up questions to gain a deeper understanding of the image, now available globally.

Emoji Kitchen: This feature helps you to create a new emoticon with the help of an existing emoticon. For example, if you add a pizza emoji along with a heart on the keyboard, it will automatically create a new sticker that combines both commands. Yes, it’s similar to Apple’s Genmoji. The only difference is that Emoji Kitchen has already been launched, but Genmoji is yet to come.

QR Code in Quick Share: This newly added feature makes it even easier to share data like pictures, videos, and documents. how to do it? Choose a media file to share, tap the QR code, and have others scan it for secure transfer. This minimizes the tasks of adding others as contacts, verifying devices, or changing your sharing settings.

Auto Enhancement in Google Drive: Google Drive now offers advanced scans that are more precise and accurate with automatic corrections. Whether it’s receipts, documents, or ID cards, your scans are optimized for better contrast, white balance, and less shadows and blurring – all without the need for manual editing. Simply capture an image of physical documents or receipts, and the app will save a clear, crisp digital version in your preferred format.

Gemini Detail: Gemini on Android is expanding its capabilities with new extensions that integrate with your favorite apps and services. The new Spotify extension allows you to play music, explore playlists for any mood, and more. You can also make calls, send messages through your default phone and messaging apps, set alarms, and manage device settings and your camera. Soon, Gemini will let you control smart home devices linked to your Google account and provide additional information about places on Google Maps.

New AI features are only for Pixel phones

Pixel phone users are getting access to exclusive new features. The Screenshot app now automatically organizes saved images and works with Circle to Search, allowing users to save search results and get relevant suggestions. The update also brings Emoji Kitchen to Gboard, allowing users to create custom emoji combinations, and enhances the call screening feature with AI-powered relevant response suggestions.

Google has started rolling out these features to Pixel phones and select Android 15 devices today, with a broader rollout expected over the next few weeks.