Google Pixel phones are getting custom AI widgets, new icons, and a useful HiLight upgrade

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1. Digital Trends·19:00·2 hr ago

   Google Pixel phones are getting custom AI widgets, new icons, and a useful HiLight upgrade (opens Digital Trends in a new tab)

   If you like customizing your Pixel phone, Google has just announced a bunch of new features that might interest you. The November Pixel Drop is bringing a new AI-powered tool that lets you create your own home screen widgets, alongside more customization…

2. The Verge·19:00·2 hr ago

   Google is making Pixel HiLight slightly more useful (opens The Verge in a new tab)

   Google is adding a new feature to its underwhelming HiLight light on the back of Pixel 11 Pro phones: as part of the November 2026 Pixel Drop, the light can light up when you get Google Messages texts from your favorite contacts. Sure, it's a small addition…

3. Ars Technica·19:00·2 hr ago

   Pixel phones getting new icon styles, Create My Widget, and more in November Pixel Drop (opens Ars Technica in a new tab)

   Spruce up your home screen with expanded custom icons and AI-generated widgets.

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