Google has introduced a new feature on its Phone app for Pixel devices that makes it easier to do a reverse number search. The “Lookup” button is now rolling out to users, following its announcement during the June 2024 Pixel Feature Drop.

Before this feature, searching for an unknown number on Google involved a cumbersome process of copying the number from your call history, opening the Google app or web browser, pasting the number into the search bar, and hitting enter. With the Lookup button, this process is streamlined and more convenient.

Here’s how it works:
– Tap on an unknown number in your recent call history
– You’ll see the Lookup button alongside other options like Add contact and Messages
– Tapping Lookup will instantly open a Google search for the number, including the country code

This feature is designed to save you time and help you quickly identify callers. While the quality of results depends on available online information, it’s still a handy tool to have at your disposal.

Key points about this new feature:
– Provides quick access to information about unknown callers
– Saves time by eliminating manual search steps
– Available on Pixel devices with Google Phone app version 132 or higher

The Lookup feature may seem like a small addition, but it’s a valuable quality-of-life improvement. Whether you receive frequent calls from unknown numbers or just want to screen incoming calls efficiently, this tool can be very useful.

Keep an eye out for this update on your Pixel device—it’s being rolled out as a server-side update and does not require an app update. Check your recent call history to see if you have access to the Lookup button yet.