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Google Tests 'Call for Me,' Letting Gemini Phone Businesses on Behalf of Pixel 11 Subscribers

Summary

Google is rolling out 'Call for Me' to US Pixel 11 owners with a paid Gemini subscription. The AI dials businesses using the user's number, navigates automated menus, waits on hold, and handles conversations for tasks like reservations and hold requests. Users watch a live transcript and can take over at any point. The rollout requires the beta Phone app.