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Google's Latest Android Updates Give an AI Boost to Messages, Maps and Images

Feb 26, 2024 - cnet.com
Google is introducing several new Android features, including an AI boost to Messages, Android Auto upgrades, and the ability to access boarding passes and tickets from a Wear OS smartwatch. The AI model Gemini can be accessed directly from Google Messages on Android to draft messages, plan events, and assist with other tasks. Android Auto will use AI to summarize long texts or group chats and suggest replies. Google's AI-generated image description feature, which generates audio descriptions of photos for the visually impaired, is being rolled out globally.

Other updates include the ability to add handwritten annotations in Google Docs from an Android device, and the ability to switch between devices when playing music on Spotify. Google is also enhancing its health features, allowing users to get an overview of their health data in the redesigned Fitbit app through Android's Health Connect feature. Wear OS updates include the ability to access Google Wallet passes and public transit directions on a smartwatch.

Key takeaways:

  • Google is introducing new Android features including an AI boost to Messages, Android Auto upgrades, and the ability to access boarding passes and tickets from your Wear OS smartwatch.
  • Google's AI-generated image description feature is being rolled out globally, providing audio descriptions of photos for people who are blind or low-vision.
  • Google is adding an update to Docs, allowing users to add handwritten annotations from an Android phone or tablet.
  • Google Wallet passes like tickets, boarding passes, and gym memberships can now be accessed from your smartwatch, and public transit directions are now available on Wear OS.
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