Ryan Haines / Android AuthorityTL;DR The “Now Playing” feature on Google Pixel devices is missing a key feature after a recent Android System Intelligence update. It’s an unwelcome change, especially as Google is preparing to overhaul Now Playing with a fresher design. “Now Playing” has been a small yet significant feature on the lock screen of Google Pixel devices. Before that actually rolls out, we’re seeing an upsetting change to the current version, and we’re unsure if this is a bug or an intended switch. You can still mark particular tracks as favorites from the lock screen and the notifications shade.