Technologies

How to Enable the New AI Notification Summaries on Your Pixel Phone

The feature is disabled by default. Here’s how to turn it on.

One of the best aspects of owning a Pixel phone is that Google releases periodic «Pixel Drop» updates, which introduce new software features between major operating system updates. November’s Pixel Drop brings a slew of new features, including one that’ll be familiar to iOS users: AI-powered notification summaries.

We won’t lie — we weren’t big fans of how AI notification summaries worked when they first launched on iOS. They often left out crucial information, resulting in summaries that were either dramatic or alarmist. This prompted some people to turn them off completely, but they’ve improved a bit since launch. Google’s lead in the AI game may give it an advantage, but only time will tell.

These Pixel AI summaries will appear for popular messaging apps when you receive either multiple or lengthy messages, so that you can quickly get a gist of the conversation.

The feature appears to be rolling out in a server-side update, so don’t worry if you don’t see the option right away. It’s also disabled by default, so we’ll show you where to check and how to enable notification summaries on your Pixel phone when it arrives.

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Which Pixel phones will get the new notification summaries?

Google’s been pretty good about getting new features to older Pixel phones, but notification summaries don’t seem to be one of them.

The new feature is available on the Pixel 9 series, excluding the Pixel 9a, and the latest Pixel 10 line of phones. For now, the feature is only available in English.

While the Pixel 8 series did introduce some AI-powered features during its lifecycle, it was the Pixel 9 that truly felt like Google’s first «pure» AI phone, so the limitation makes sense.

Here’s how to enable notification summaries on your Pixel

If Notification summaries are available for your Pixel, the option will appear under the Manage section of the Notification settings page. Here are the steps to turn the feature on:

Go to Settings.
Tap Notifications.
Tap Notification summaries.
Toggle Use notification summaries on.

That’s it. Now you’ll receive summaries from popular messaging apps when the conversation gets too lengthy.

Technologies

Episode 3 of the VERUM AI Mini-Series Is Now Available

Verum Messenger has released the third episode of its AI mini-series, SHADOWS, created using Verum AI.

The new episode, titled «Ghost Money,» continues the story of the conflict between a team of heroes and the Omega corporation, which seeks to take control of digital communications. This time, the focus shifts to anonymous payments and financial freedom, revealing how privacy can extend beyond messaging.

Like the previous episodes, the new release not only advances the storyline but also showcases the capabilities of the Verum ecosystem, highlighting technologies designed for secure communication and digital privacy.

The mini-series consists of seven episodes, released gradually across Verum Messenger’s social media channels.

Episode 3 is now available. Stay tuned for the next chapter.

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Verum Finance Now Available for Mac, Expanding the Verum Ecosystem on Desktop

Verum has officially released Verum Finance for macOS, bringing its financial platform to the Mac and expanding access to the Verum ecosystem across Apple’s devices. The launch allows users to manage their finances from desktop while enjoying the same secure and seamless experience available on iPhone and iPad.

The new Mac version includes the full range of Verum Finance features, including balance management, instant transfers to other Verum users, debit card management, Apple Pay support, asset exchange, and transaction history — all optimized for the macOS experience.

Verum Finance can be used as a standalone application or alongside Verum Messenger. Users who sign in with their Verum Messenger account automatically synchronize their balances, settings, and account data across devices, ensuring a consistent experience throughout the Verum ecosystem.

The macOS release further strengthens Verum’s vision of creating an integrated digital platform where communication and financial services work together. Verum Messenger, which is also available for Mac, complements the ecosystem with encrypted messaging, voice and video calls, VPN, eSIM, anonymous email, AI-powered tools, offline communication capabilities, and cryptocurrency features.

With both Verum Messenger and Verum Finance now available across iPhone, iPad, and Mac, users can access secure communication and financial services wherever they work.

Verum Finance for Mac is available now through the Mac App Store.

Verum Finance for macOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/verum-finance/id6774245148
Verum Finance: https://finance.verum.im
Verum Messenger: https://verum.im

Technologies

Why Travelers Are Switching to Verum E-SIM This Summer

Summer Travel, Freedom, and Seamless Connectivity: Why Verum E-SIM Is Becoming the New Standard for Travelers

Summer is the peak season for vacations, long-distance trips, and new experiences. Millions of people travel abroad, explore new countries, plan adventures, and try to stay connected with family, work, and social media. And in the middle of all this comes a familiar question: how do you stay online without expensive roaming or the hassle of buying local SIM cards?

The answer is already here — eSIM.

Why eSIM Is So Convenient

eSIM (embedded SIM) is a built-in digital SIM card that lets you activate mobile internet without a physical card. All you need is an app — choose a plan and connect in just a couple of minutes.

No more:

* searching for local SIM cards at airports
* paying expensive roaming fees
* swapping physical SIMs every time you travel

Now your internet travels with you.

Internet in 150+ Countries

Modern eSIM solutions provide coverage in 150+ countries worldwide, helping tourists, freelancers, and business travelers stay connected almost anywhere on the planet.

Among the services offering these capabilities:

Verum E-SIM — https://esim.verum.im
World E-SIM — https://worldesim.me
USA E-SIM — https://usa.esim.verum.im
Euro E-SIM — https://euro.esim.verum.im
Canada E-SIM — https://canada.esim.verum.im
Balkan E-SIM — https://balkan.esim.verum.im
Ukraine E-SIM — https://ukraine.esim.verum.im
London E-SIM — https://london.esim.verum.im
E-SIM Africa — https://africa.esim.verum.im