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Gemini is Coming to Wear OS, Your Car, and TVs
- Gemini is expanding beyond phones to Wear OS watches, Android Auto, cars with Google Built-in, Google TV devices, and Android XR headsets.
- Wear OS users will have hands-free assistance with Gemini, offering natural voice commands and the ability to ask complex questions.
- Gemini will provide similar functionalities in cars, such as finding charging stops near parks or retrieving information for meetings, books, and news.
- Gemini will also be available on Google TV devices later this year and on the first Android XR headset from Samsung.
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Google is finally ready to flip the switch on precise UWB Find Hub tracking
- Android’s newly renamed Find Hub, with UWB support, is set to launch before the end of May.
- Ultra-wideband (UWB) enables more precise tracking than Bluetooth.
- To utilize the UWB support, you will require a UWB-compatible phone and a UWB tracker such as the Moto Tag.
- Google's Find Hub (previously Find My Device) is introduced with advanced functionality, including UWB support for enhanced tracking capabilities.
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Google shares its fix for Remote Lock’s biggest flaw
- Google is adding a security question to its Remote Lock feature to prevent unauthorized use.
- Previously, Remote Lock only required a phone number from the Google account, making it vulnerable to exploitation.
- The new security feature will be rolled out later this year alongside other security measures announced today.
- The security question in Remote Lock aims to provide users with more control and prevent unauthorized attempts to lock someone else's Android phone remotely.
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Google’s Find My Device Becomes “Find Hub” Because It’s for Devices and People
- Google has rebranded its Find My Device app to Find Hub to encompass tracking for both devices and people.
- Find Hub will offer features like tracking smart devices, watches, earbuds, smart tags, as well as people, with plans to integrate satellite connectivity.
- Google will expand supported devices for Find Hub, add nearby finding capabilities through UWB and Moto Tag, and partner with airlines for luggage recovery using Bluetooth tags.
- Find Hub will also connect to satellites to enable communication with friends and family in areas with no cellular connectivity.
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Material 3 Expressive is Coming to Wear OS 6, First on Pixel Watch
- Google is bringing Material 3 Expressive to Wear OS 6, starting with the Pixel Watch.
- The design of Wear OS with Material 3 Expressive will focus on round displays and include dynamic color theming, smoother transitions, and shape-morphing elements.
- Dynamic theming on Wear OS 6 will be independent of the phone's theme, as Google found users prefer customization for each experience.
- Besides Material 3 Expressive, Wear OS 6 update promises performance improvements, better power optimization, and up to 10% increase in battery life.
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Google announces new security features for Android for protection against scam and theft
- Google announced new security and privacy features for Android at the Android Show, including protections for calls, screen sharing, messages, device access, and system-level permissions.
- The aim is to protect users from scams, secure their details if a device is stolen, and enhance device security against various attacks.
- Actions like tapping on unsafe links or downloading unknown apps are blocked to protect users from potential scams during a call.
- New features include preventing side-loading apps from unverified sources and ensuring users cannot disable Google Play Protect while on a call.
- Google is adding screen-sharing protection and testing warning screens with select banks to prevent fraud through screen-sharing.
- Enhancements in Google Messages now include AI-based detection of various scam types and adding verification keys for encrypted conversations.
- Theft protection measures include Identity Check protection, biometric authentication for critical settings, and better protection for Factory Reset.
- Additional features include improved Google Play Protect detection, new measures for Advanced Protection Mode, and introducing Find My Hub for tracking items, friends, and family.
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TechCrunch
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Google is adding new device-level features for its Advanded Protection program
- Google is adding new device-specific features to its Advanced Protection program with the Android 16 release, aimed at protecting public figures from digital threats.
- The new features include storing device logs accessible only by the user, protection from spam calls, auto-restart functionality for locked devices, and intrusion logging for threat analysis.
- Additional features include USB protection that allows charging only from new USB connections, prevention of auto-reconnecting to unsecured Wi-Fi networks, and private conversation processing to detect potential scams during phone calls.
- Advanced Protection devices will automatically restart after 72 hours if locked, and the new measures are designed to enhance security for public figures and prevent device compromises.
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Google is bringing Gemini to Wear OS smartwatches and Google TV
- Google is bringing Gemini to Wear OS smartwatches and Google TV as part of its plan to replace Google Assistant with Gemini across all devices and platforms.
- Gemini will make the AI assistant accessible on Wear OS smartwatches for daily activities like cooking, working out, and setting reminders, with a natural language interface.
- Google TV users will benefit from Gemini by getting personalized content recommendations and the ability to ask questions about various topics.
- Gemini is also expanding to Android XR for Extended Reality devices and Android Auto in the coming months, offering users functionalities like vacation planning and summarizing messages.
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Google’s bringing Gemini to your car with Android Auto
- Google is bringing its generative AI, Gemini, to all cars that support Android Auto in the next few months, enhancing the driving experience.
- Gemini will function as a smart voice assistant, enabling users to perform various tasks using natural language commands.
- Gemini will also introduce 'Gemini Live,' allowing for continuous conversations about diverse topics while driving.
- The deployment of Gemini in vehicles will initially rely on Google's cloud processing, with plans to enhance performance and reliability through edge computing in collaboration with automakers.
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Gemini is coming to TVs and cars, eventually
- Google is expanding its Gemini AI assistant to devices such as Google TV, cars with Android Auto, Wear OS smartwatches, and Android XR.
- Gemini on Google TV will allow users to receive age-appropriate movie recommendations and educational content for kids, expected to arrive later this year.
- In cars, Gemini will enhance hands-free interactions by providing contextual assistance like finding nearby charging stations and summarizing messages, with the Android Auto integration expected in the coming months.
- Gemini will also be available on Wear OS devices for more natural interactions and on the first Android XR headset built by Samsung, set to launch later this year.
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Wear OS 6 puts Google Gemini on your wrist
- Wear OS 6 is introducing Google Gemini, replacing Google Assistant on the wrist with enhanced features such as better natural language interactions and integration with other apps.
- Gemini on Wear OS devices will require an internet connection for operation but offline capabilities are being considered for the future.
- The update will feature Google's Material 3 Expressive design language focusing on circular watch faces and improved aesthetics for better user experience, including enhanced notifications and color theming.
- Wear OS 6 will also bring a modest increase of up to 10% in battery life and improved power efficiency for activities like media playback, aiming to address a consistent user demand for longer battery life.
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Android launches new protections against phone call scammers
- Google is introducing new features on Android to protect users from phone call scams, such as automatically blocking app installations while on a call with an unknown contact.
- Android will prevent users from granting accessibility permissions to apps during phone calls to safeguard against potential device takeovers.
- A new Android feature will discourage users from opening banking apps while screen-sharing during calls to combat screen-sharing scams.
- These protections add to Android's existing scam detection tools like AI caller identification and scam detection in Google Messages for various types of scams.
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Google adds UWB support to its rebranded Find Hub tracker app
- Google rebrands its Find My Device app to Find Hub and adds support for ultra wideband (UWB) for more precise tracking.
- UWB enables more accurate tracking at close range, providing both distance and direction, making it easier to find missing trackers.
- Apple's AirTag and Samsung's SmartTags already support UWB, while Tile remains the only major tracker network without UWB option.
- Motorola, which launched Moto Tag with UWB support in June 2024, will benefit from the update after being inactive due to lack of compatible devices.
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The 5 biggest takeaways from Google’s Android 16 reveal
- Google has revealed the top features and changes in Android 16, including Material 3 Expressive design with enhanced colors, shapes, and animations.
- Material 3 Expressive features new button groups, loading indicators, and split buttons for easier and more delightful user experience.
- Developers are encouraged to adopt Material 3 Expressive in their apps, emphasizing functionality and adherence to accessibility guidelines.
- Wear OS 6 will also incorporate Material 3 Expressive, offering similar design elements to enhance smartwatch interfaces and extend battery life.
- Google's AI Gemini will expand to Wear OS, Android Auto, and Google TV, enabling natural interactions and hands-free functionality.
- The introduction of Find Hub transforms Find My Device into an app for tracking items and staying connected with friends and family.
- Google is enhancing safety and security in Android 16 with features such as real-time scam alerts, new accessibility permissions, and in-call protections.
- New tools like Key Verifier will ensure end-to-end encryption, with more control over factory reset options and protection against potential attacks.
- Android 16 news was shared in a special broadcast on YouTube ahead of Google I/O, which begins on May 20.
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Google is putting Gemini on your wrist and more screens around you
- Google is introducing the Gemini AI stack to various screens, including Wear OS smartwatches, Android Auto, and Google TV, enhancing user experience and providing a wider range of functionalities.
- Gemini on smartwatches will enable users to perform tasks like setting reminders, accessing Gmail data, and using Maps, offering enhanced natural language understanding and conversational capabilities.
- The Gemini AI assistant will be extended to Android Auto and cars with Google built-in, focusing on improved conversational capabilities and contextual understanding for hands-free interactions like route planning and news summaries.
- Gemini will eventually be available on Google TV, Android XR devices, and wireless earbuds by third-party brands like Samsung and Sony, providing interactive and immersive experiences across multiple screens.
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