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Google Pixel may get AI-generated animated wallpapers

By PulseAugur Editorial · [1 sources] ·

Google is reportedly developing an AI-powered feature for Pixel phones that can transform static photos into animated wallpapers. This functionality, codenamed "catsmile," has been discovered within the beta version of Android 17 QPR2 and a system app called "Custom Icons." The feature may leverage Google's Veo AI model, similar to technology used in Google Photos for video generation from images. While details are scarce, it appears the process would occur in the background, with users potentially facing daily generation limits and needing an internet connection. AI

IMPACT Could enhance user personalization on mobile devices by enabling dynamic, AI-generated backgrounds.

RANK_REASON This is a potential feature update for a consumer product, not a core AI release or significant industry event.

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Google Pixel may get AI-generated animated wallpapers

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 Italiano(IT) · [email protected] ·

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