Updated
Updated · WIRED · Aug 19
Google Debuts Pixel 11 Rambler Voice Typing, Stripping Filler Words in Real Time
Updated
Updated · WIRED · Aug 19

Google Debuts Pixel 11 Rambler Voice Typing, Stripping Filler Words in Real Time

3 articles · Updated · WIRED · Aug 19

Summary

  • Rambler on the Pixel 11 series rewrites dictated text as you speak, dropping “ums” and “uhs” and ignoring false starts when you restate a phrase.
  • Gboard’s upgraded voice-to-text also takes formatting commands in the same utterance, letting users add bullet points or an emoji without switching modes.
  • The feature builds on Google’s already strong Pixel dictation, which has stood out for transcription accuracy and automatic punctuation against iPhone and Samsung rivals.
  • Pixel 11’s Rambler extends Google’s broader launch push around AI-first software, alongside new Gemini features and the $1,299 Pixel 11 Pro XL.

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