Google is enhancing the security of its Workspace products, including Gmail and Drive, with AI-powered tools and features such as zero trust model integration, enhanced data loss prevention controls, context-aware controls, and client-side encryption for mobile versions. These updates aim to protect sensitive data, prevent data breaches, and provide customers with greater control of their information.
Google is rumored to be introducing new camera features, including AI-powered video noise removal, enhanced sound, perfect group photos, and photo stacking, in their upcoming Pixel 8 series smartphones.
Google has rebranded Android with a new logo and updates, including AI enhancements for widgets and accessibility tools, the ability to upload library cards to Google Wallet, and improved conference call capabilities in Android Auto.
Google's Lookout app, designed for blind and low-vision users, now uses AI to provide more detailed descriptions of images and allows users to ask follow-up questions about them.
Google has updated the Android logo and mascot with a new 3D look, and introduced new features including an AI-powered image description tool and an Assistant widget.
Google is redesigning the "At a Glance" widget on Android devices to offer more tailored and event-specific information, including boarding information for flights and weather alerts, with the option to apply a white or black background and improved visuals.
Android Auto extends Android's functionality to your vehicle's head unit, offering a distraction-free interface and voice command support for easy control of entertainment, navigation, and notifications, and here are five useful Android Auto-compatible utility apps to try: Waze for social navigation, Fuelio for tracking gas prices and trip expenses, ChargePoint for finding EV charging points, Scanner Radio for real-time audio feeds from police and more, and Weather & Radar for detailed weather information.
Google is developing a stuff-tracking solution called the Finder Network that will compete with Apple and Tile's location-tracking services and has updated the icon for its Find My Device app to feature abstract fan-like shapes representing scanning and pinpointing lost objects, possibly indicating additional features such as temporarily sharing device locations and editing contact information for accessories.
Google is rolling out integrations with Zoom and Cisco's WebEx on Android Auto, allowing users to join conference calls directly from their vehicles, along with other new features and apps such as Prime Video, Vivaldi browser, and The Weather Network. Additionally, Google is releasing digital car key support for select Hyundai, Genesis, and Kia models.
Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly being used in smartphones, with Google and Apple integrating AI features into their devices, including camera enhancements, adaptive features, and smart suggestions, while AI-powered generative chatbots like ChatGPT and Google Bard are challenging traditional digital assistants like Google Assistant, Siri, and Alexa. The AI revolution is just beginning, with more AI and machine learning features expected to come to market in the future.
The upcoming Pixel Watch 2 from Google will feature a thermometer, improvements to Fitbit functionality, and enhanced personal safety features, including integration with car crash detection and emergency sharing, as well as the reintroduction of translation capabilities through Google Assistant's interpreter mode.
Google's upcoming event, Made by Google, is the most anticipated among Android fans, featuring the Pixel 8 series, Pixel Watch 2, and potentially other surprises.
Google has announced the global launch of the redesigned Fitbit app, which includes three tabs for easy access to daily stats, personalized coaching, and achievement badges.
Google is updating Android to provide better support for using a PIN with the FIDO2 security standard and is discussing the addition of stylus and trackpad gestures for Android's web browser.
Google may be testing the return of lock screen widgets in Android 14, a feature popularized by iPhones and implemented by Samsung, which would benefit Pixel users as well as cheaper phones running less customized versions of Android.
The upcoming Pixel 8 smartphone by Google will feature a new Android 14 software with customizable share sheets and additional features in Google Photos.
