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Gemini can now call businesses for you so you don’t have to wait on hold

Google's launching an "early experiment" feature on Pixel 11 that lets users delegate local business calls to Gemini, like making a reservation, checking if a product is in stock, or rescheduling an appointment. According to Google, you don't even need to start the call to have Gemini handle it for you: Instead of dialing yourself, […]

Gemini can now call businesses for you so you don’t have to wait on hold

Google has introduced a new "Call for Me" feature on the Pixel 11 series, which leverages Gemini Intelligence to handle routine phone calls on behalf of users. This feature is an early experiment that aims to book appointments, place items on hold, and reschedule reservations, with Google emphasizing its commitment to respecting the time of shop staff and front-desk personnel.

Users will have full control over the experience, as their Pixel 11 will call on their behalf using the Gemini app, with a live transcript available for review. The feature is being rolled out to Gemini subscribers using the Phone by Google beta on select Pixel 11 devices in the US, with Google taking a cautious approach to ensure the experience is refined before wider adoption.

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