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Google Pixel Launcher Update, News: Pixel Launcher Will Be Pixel Phone Exclusive Only? Google Denies Roll Out To Other Devices? [VIDEO]

Meg K.
First Posted: Oct 06, 2016 05:40 AM EDT

There were rumors of Google prepping a new Pixel launcher app for its Pixel- branded smartphones, dubbed Pixel and Pixel XL. Now after the search giant has officially announced the Pixel smartphones with the new exclusive launcher, tech enthusiasts are very keen to know whether or not the new Google Pixel launcher will be making its way to other smartphones including Nexus phones.

Taking note of the queries, Google has confirmed that it won't be rolling out the new Pixel launcher for smartphones other than Pixel and Pixel XL for the time being, reported Android Police. The same even applies to the tech giant's own Nexus branded phones.

Google noted that while they have no plans to make the new launcher available for other phones at this point of time, they will definitely evaluate the launcher's wide roll out in future, reported Android Headlines. This means there are chances that we might see the Pixel Launcher getting opened up in coming time.

Google Pixel Launcher Features

The updated Pixel launcher UI features a clean and polished look, Google Assistant in place of Google Now, new Google search "pill" widget, which lets users easily search and access voice commands, a dynamic calendar icon, a revamped app drawer, new round app icons, home screen shortcuts and more.

In related news, the Nexus maker recently unveiled a host of new devices at the October launch event which was held in San Francisco on Tuesday. The list included the highly anticipated Pixel and Pixel XL smartphones, smart multi-router Google Wi-Fi, smart home assistant Google Home, Google Assistant, Daydream View VR headset and Chromecast Ultra.

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