ToolsThe story, in brief
Google tests letting Gemini call businesses for you
Google's Gemini can now call businesses for you — rolling out first to Pixel 11 subscribers in the U.S.
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Why it matters
A major shift in how conversational AI becomes actionable: Gemini moves from chat interface to autonomous phone agent, initially gated by device and subscription. Practitioners need to understand when users will expect their AI assistant to handle real-world calls.
The key facts
5 to knowFeature: AI-powered phone calls to businesses
Availability: Pixel 11 owners in U.S.
Access model: Gemini subscription required (not free tier)
Status: Testing phase
Publication date: September 24, 2026
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Publisher excerpt: Google says the AI-calling feature will first be available to Pixel 11 owners in the U.S. who pay for a Gemini subscription.