Google Pixel's Circle to Search rolling out to more Android devices

Google’s latest time-saving feature, Circle to Search, is making a splash across the Android ecosystem. First debuting with the Pixel 8 series and Samsung Galaxy S24 series, this nifty feature has now started to make its way to even more devices, giving Android users an exciting new tool to simplify their digital experience.

Initially launched as an exclusive for Google’s Pixel devices and Samsung’s flagship Galaxy lineup, Circle to Search has since expanded to other popular brands like Xiaomi, giving even more users the chance to try this cool new trick. The Xiaomi 14T series and MIX Flip recently received the feature, marking yet another significant Android player to bring it to its users.

But the Circle to Search train isn’t stopping there. Now, HONOR has announced that its Magic V3 foldable will also receive the feature starting today. Even better, users of the HONOR 200 Series can look forward to getting their hands on it later this year. That’s not all HONOR had up its sleeve — along with this announcement, the company teased several new AI features coming to their devices, including the HONOR AI Eraser, Face to Face Translation, and Translation Tools within the HONOR Notes app, all of which were showcased at IFA 2024.

So, what exactly is Circle to Search? It’s a convenient Google App feature that allows users to quickly look up information on just about anything on their screen. To use it, you simply press and hold the home button if you’re still using the old-school 3-button navigation, or hold down the navigation pill if you’re using gesture navigation. It’s not tied to Google Assistant or Gemini either, so no need to set either as your default assistant — you can still activate it and use the feature as a standalone tool.

While it doesn’t work everywhere — screens that block screenshots are off-limits — Circle to Search is a time-saving gem that will save users from frantically Googling stuff the old-fashioned way. Whether you’re curious about a product, a place, or an unfamiliar word, all it takes is a tap, hold, and voila, Circle to Search has you covered.

With more Android devices receiving the feature, it’s bound to become a go-to tool for millions of users around the world. So keep an eye out — your device could be next in line for the Circle to Search upgrade.