Overview
- Pixel Buds companion app version 1.0.981607934 is rolling out on the Play Store and registers Pixel Buds as a Connected App in Gemini, enabling direct assistant control.
- After the update, Gemini voice commands bring up an overlay that shows a connecting message and can change EQ presets, ANC mode, conversation detection, and touch controls.
- On phones that have not received the app update, the same Gemini voice commands open the system Bluetooth settings instead of controlling the earbuds.
- Google had previewed Dynamic ANC for the Pixel Buds Pro 2, Pixel Watch sleep sync, and tap-to-trigger Live Translate, but those capabilities have not appeared and are reported to likely require separate firmware or device updates.
- The rollout highlights that the app provides the assistant interface while deeper features need firmware and watch-side coordination, so users should expect a staged release before the full set of promised functions is available.