Google is apparently preparing to bring Proactive Assistance – also known as “Magic Cue” – from its Pixel phones over to Android Auto, which could be a really useful addition.

Google has some interesting tests going on behind the scenes of Android Auto right now, but only one of them is likely to actually be released – a new quick settings menu.

Ahead of the Pixel 11 launch, Google Contacts for Android has gained strings detailing upcoming support for HiLight.

Since launch, Sleep Sensing on the 2nd-gen Nest Hub has only worked with Google Fit. With that app going away, Nest Hub sleep tracking will join Google Health.

After releasing two new options after I/O, Google might soon let you customize Gemini voice across four parameters.

With the Pixel 10 series last year, Google introduced Magic Cue to “proactively surface relevant info and suggest helpful actions when you need them.” It now appears that Google is planning to rebrand Magic Cue and put the functionality under the Gemini umbrella.

Google is working on a new feature called “Audio Memory” for Pixel phones that will “keep track of what you hear throughout your day.”

In the ramp up to I/O 2026, Google has been working on adding a more advanced agent capability to the Gemini app. It now looks like it will be branded as “Gemini Spark.”

With the launch of Gemini 3 last November, Google introduced “Gemini Agent” as an “experimental feature that handles multi-step tasks.” It’s due for a big upgrade, according to a new report and strings this week. 

Google’s goal with Gemini is to build a personal, proactive, and powerful assistant. The final tentpole is the underlying model, while Personal Intelligence became free earlier this year. The Gemini app is now readying “Proactive Assistance.”

Based on the latest Android Canary and Android 17 Beta releases, Google is working on a Pixel “laptop” of some sort that will feature a “Pixel Glow” hardware feature.

The dream of Google Now and Assistant Snapshot (pictured above) might be returning as Google works on Gemini “Your Day.”

Google is preparing a new “Tap to Share” feature for Android devices and, through the latest updates, we’re able to get a sneak peek as to what it looks like and how it functions.

Google is working on two location-based features for the Pixel At a Glance widget with “Passes nearby” and “Restaurant insights.”

Real-time Find Hub location sharing is coming to Google Messages for a more integrated experience on Android.

Now Playing is one of the Pixel’s oldest features and Google is getting ready to give it a big app “upgrade.” 

When the Android desktop interface leaked last month, there was a Gemini icon in the status bar. We now know a bit more about that persistent access.

It’s been clear for a while that Google is working to let Gemini control your Android phone, and we now have some details on how this “screen automation” will work.

Gemini Live today is still based on 2.5 Flash, but big upgrades are coming according to the latest beta version of the Google app.

Currently, tapping on a Smart Reply in Google Messages immediately sends the suggestion, but the latest beta reveals an upcoming “Tap to Edit” preference that will make for a nice quality-of-life improvement.

At the moment, Gemini’s “Computer Use” efforts are focused on desktop web as seen by the Gemini Agent available for AI Ultra subscribers. Availability on Android seems inevitable, with 16 QPR3 Beta 2 preparing for that with a new “Screen automation” permission.

Just like other modern devices, the Pixelsnap Charger will see firmware updates, with the latest version of Pixel Stand revealing some details.

At this point, Google Voice is primarily an enterprise service, with the vast majority of new features for paid customers. Google Voice is now working on a “Gemini Notes” capability.

Google appears to be working on more Android Auto updates, including potential support for Cast and a redesign of the music player to go with Material 3 Expressive.