Google has just started rolling out an update to its Pixel phone line, adding security, camera, and Google Pay features, among other improvements.
Safety features: Google is touting several features that, while some of them are already on phones from other companies, will make the Pixel phones feel more modern. The Pixel 4 gets the cool stuff, of course, with car crash detection that calls 911 (000 in the US, 999 in the UK) if you don't respond.
Pixel 4 updates: Owners also get an upgrade to Motion Sense, allowing them to pause and resume music without touching the phone. The front-facing selfie camera also gets better portrait blur, color accents, and the ability to take 3D photos for Facebook. You’ll also get new information about apps when you long-press their icons with the Pixel 4.
All Pixels: The newer 12.1 emoji update comes to the entire Pixel line, adding 169 new variations for gender, skin tone, and orientation. The dark theme can now be scheduled based on time of day, and you can set new rules based on location or the Wi-Fi network you’re on.