Google renames Pixel 11 AI feature to Proactive Assistance

Google plans to rename its Magic Cue feature on Pixel 11 to Proactive Assistance, aiming to clarify its function and tie it to the Gemini AI system.

• Google introduced Magic Cue at last year's Made by Google event as an AI tool that delivers information without manual search.
• Leaks from the Phone by Google beta app indicate the new name Proactive Assistance will reflect the feature's proactive help based on screen content, notifications, and selected apps.
• The feature will expand integration with Google apps including Docs, Drive, and Keep, processing all data locally on the device via Gemini Nano.
• Google is scheduled to unveil the Pixel 11 series at its Made by Google event on August 12, 2026.