one of the Pixel 7 family Signature software features are available to try if you are willing to live on the bleeding edge. Android Police Reports Google has subscriber Third beta release of first quarter platform release (QPR1) for Android 13 adds clear contact For Pixel 7 and 7 Pro phones. Enable it in the audio settings and the AI will remove background noise on the other end of cellular calls while enhancing the sounds. You may not have to ask someone to repeat what they say when drowned out by traffic noises.
Google notes that the availability of Clear Calling depends on your cellular and WiFi connections, and that the company does not collect any call content. The beta version also adds a toggle for 5G voice calls and some cosmetic interface tweaks.
You will have to wait longer if you prefer not to beta test the patch. A completed QPR1 release is not expected until December. You’ll have something to look forward to next whether you’re a tester or not. 9to5Google I noticed That free Google One VPN for life for the Pixel 7 will be so Available In the same month, so you will have an easy way to secure your mobile internet access.
There is no mention of if or when Clear Calling will come to non-Google devices. Google sometimes makes Pixel-first features available elsewhere after a delay, but others tend to remain exclusive. You may have to sit on the sidelines if you are using a third party Android device.
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