Google is finally undoing this annoying Now Playing downgrade on Pixels

Song details and handy shortcuts are once again only a swipe away. Google is finally undoing this annoying Now Playing downgrade on Pixels. Mobile Google is finally undoing this annoying Now Playing downgrade on Pixels Song details and handy shortcuts are once again only a swipe away.

The restored alerts include shortcuts to favorite songs and to view listening history. Availability remains limited, suggesting Google is rolling out the feature gradually. Pixel’s Now Playing has long been the quiet friend that saves you from asking, “What song is this?” It recognizes music around you and places the answer on the lock screen, often before you reach for Shazam.

Google made that simple trick less convenient earlier this year, but new Reddit reports suggest Now Playing notifications are finally returning. Users are once again seeing recognized songs appear in the notification shade. The restored notification shows the song title and artist.