This month’s Google Pixel release marks a broader rollout of the company’s new Material 3 Expressive design language, bringing a more vibrant and personalized user interface to a wider range of devices. Starting today, the update is being rolled out to all Pixel 6 and newer phones, as well as the Pixel Tablet, expanding on the initial launch of the design language earlier this year. The Material 3 Expressive update, first unveiled in May and introduced with the Android 16-powered Pixel 10, features a bolder, more playful aesthetic with enhanced colors, rounded shapes, and dynamic animations. One of the standout new features is the ability to create custom calling cards—similar to iPhone’s contact wallpapers—allowing users to personalize how their contacts appear during calls with unique visuals and themes. Alongside the UI refresh, Pixel Buds Pro 2 are getting several new features. Adaptive Audio now automatically adjusts volume based on your surroundings, while a new hearing protection mode automatically reduces sudden loud noises to help preserve auditory health. The update also improves voice interaction with Gemini by adding background noise reduction, and introduces head-based controls—users can now accept or ignore calls by nodding or shaking their head. For those using a Pixel Watch or other Wear OS device, Google is introducing a new convenience feature: Maps will now automatically appear on your wearable when you start walking or biking navigation on your phone, making it easier to follow directions without pulling out your phone. These Pixel-specific updates are rolling out now and will continue over the coming weeks. In addition, several new features are coming to a broader range of Android devices. Users will now be able to share Bluetooth audio with friends, access AI-powered writing suggestions directly in Gboard, and save favorite creations in Emoji Kitchen. A redesigned Quick Share menu now lets you easily switch between sending and receiving files, and a new app called Androidify uses AI to create a personalized Android bot from your selfie and a simple text prompt.