The Pixel 9’s ‘Google AI’ is like Microsoft Recall but a little less creepy

The Pixel 9’s ‘Google AI’ is like Microsoft Recall but a little less creepy

The Pixel 9 could come with a new camera bump. | Image: OnLeaks via 91Mobiles

The next generation of Pixel phones could come with new “Google AI” features, including one that sounds a little like Microsoft’s controversial Recall tool. As reported by Android Authority, Google is working on a “Pixel Screenshots” feature that can “save and process helpful details” from your screenshots, allowing you to search through them.

However, unlike Microsoft Recall, which automatically captures what you’re doing on your device, Google’s version would only process the screenshots taken manually — which should immediately make it less creepy-feeling than Recall. Microsoft delayed the rollout of Recall on Windows 11 after security experts raised concerns about the feature. Even though Google AI may only use the screenshots you…

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