To make it easier for users to search the items on their screens, Google is expanding the Circle to Search feature into a wider range of Pixel devices. Launched earlier this year in January, the feature will soon be available on devices such as Pixel 6a, Pixel 7a, Pixel Fold, Pixel Tablet, and even older models like Pixel 6 and 6 Pro, which are now two generations old.
Circle to Search expands to more Google phones including the older Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, and Pixel 6a
With Circle to Search now available on more Pixel gadgets, all a user needs to do is draw a circle around the object on their phone’s screen and initiate a Google search. This gesture is both simple and intuitive allowing users to avoid the tedious work of typing something out before searching. With its focus on AI integration into various products, Circle to Search enhances the user experience across Pixel lineups.
First launched in Galaxy S24 series phones’ Circle to Search has become popular for being an aspect of everyday life that slides into place. In other words, you can simply go around or pick any content such as texts or images without having to copy-paste or switch between apps just to look for it. Furthermore, Google adds text translation functionality into Circle To Search meaning that one can easily translate on-screen texts including restaurant menus.
This sudden increase in Circle to Search implementation follows the trend set by tech giants, who chase AI relentlessly. Google and Samsung have been quick to integrate their devices with AI features while Rabbit AI and Brain AI among others are thinking beyond what is next regarding AI’s impact on mobile device usage.
Apple will also participate in the AI rave with iOS 18
At the same time, it has been reported that Apple is mulling to integrate new AI-based functionalities in the iOS 18 update which signifies how AI is becoming increasingly important for future smartphone technology. As the cell phone industry changes, Google continues to use AI features like Circle to Search as a strategy for simpler user interaction as it enhances the usability of smart devices.