Google has started rolling out the biggest update of the quarter, which brings various new features for Pixel devices. The March 2025 Pixel Feature Drop update is released in the last month of each quarter for Pixel devices.
This is the second March 2025 Pixel Feature Drop update since the release of Android 15. Google began testing it in November, and it’s finally rolling out to the public. The March 2025 Pixel Feature Drop update is available for Pixel 6 and newer devices.
The quarterly platform releases are known for introducing new and useful features to Pixel devices. The latest March 2025 Pixel Feature Drop update also brings some highly anticipated features. If you have an eligible Pixel phone, you will soon get these features.
Scam Detection with On-device AI
The Scam Detection is now available on Google Messages. The scam detection feature in Calls is now even better with On-device AI operations powered by Google Gemini. It promptly alerts users in real time if there are suspicious conversation patterns commonly used by scammers.
Scam Detection (Messages): Pixel 6a, Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, Pixel 7a, Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro, Pixel 8a, Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro, Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, Pixel 9 Pro Fold, Pixel Fold
Scam Detection (In-Call): Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Connected Cameras
You can now connect a Pixel device to another camera, such as a GoPro or another Pixel phone. This will improve the streaming experience.
Devices: Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Verizon and T-Mobile Satellite Connectivity
Verizon users with Pixel phones can now connect to emergency services via satellite to get help without cellular or Wi-Fi.
T-Mobile users can send messages to 911 in case of emergency with satellite.
Both features are available for Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, Pixel 9 Pro Fold.
Live Location Sharing in Find My Device
In Find My Device, you can coordinate a meetup with a friend or ensure a family member got home safe with live location sharing. It shows the live location of all friends and family in the map view if they’ve allowed location sharing with you. Furthermore, you can control how long others can access your location.
Shopping Insights in Chrome on Android
You can now check the product’s price history, track price drops, and compare prices across the web. This way, you will know when to buy the product to get a better price.
More Gaming Apps on Android Auto
While your car is parked, you can play more games on Android Auto. You can play games like Farm Heroes Saga, Candy Crush Soda Saga, Angry Birds 2, and Beach Buggy Racing.
Other Features in the March 2025 Pixel Feature Drop Update
- Multimodal capabilities in Gemini Live now available for Pixel 6 and newer models
- New suggestions feature in Pixel Screenshots
- Create unique images of people in Pixel Studio
- Dual Screen Preview now supports video recording (Foldables)
These are some of the main features included in the March 2025 Pixel Feature Drop update. These features have started rolling out and will continue over the next few weeks.
