Pixel Phone app update brings Christmas audio emoji and improved UI elements
The Pixel Phone app is gearing up for the Christmas and New Year holidays with new audio emoji. Users can now add new sound effects to Pixel-to-Pixel calls.
Here's What We Know
Version 156 of the app introduces the "Christmas Tree" audio emoji, replacing the "Party Cotton". The animation is accompanied by ringing bells and Santa's sleigh with reindeer. Temporarily replaced the crying face audio emoji with "Fireworks" with a rocket taking off. These updates are available for Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro and later models.
New audio emoji in the updated Pixel Phone app. Illustration: 9to5Google
Additionally, the video call icon is now located in the top right corner of the screen, making it more accessible. Tapping on the icon takes the call to a Google Meet video session.
New location of the video call icon. Illustration: 9to5Google
To find out what version of the Pixel Phone app is installed on your Pixel, go to Settings > Apps > Phone. If you have version 155, update the app via the Google Play shop.
Source: 9to5google