- Topic: Google's Watch Unlock feature for Pixel phones
- Key points:
1. The Watch Unlock feature allows users to unlock their Pixel phones using their Wear OS device.
2. The feature is convenient for situations where other unlocking methods may not work, such as wet hands or unrecognized face.
3. It is unclear when exactly the Watch Unlock feature will be rolled out, but it is being tested and may be released soon.
Android 14 Beta 5.3 has been released by Google, featuring UI fixes for Pixel Fold and Pixel Tablet, improvements for calling issues on other Pixels, stability and performance enhancements, and important security fixes for high-severity vulnerabilities.
Google has introduced new features for Android devices, including an AI-powered widget, an app for describing images, photo import for Google Wallet passes, support for Zoom and Webex on Android Auto, and the ability to get activity and sleep data from Fitbit or Google Fit.
Android 14 introduces the "Metro" lockscreen clock face, joining other customizable designs during the beta period.
Google is testing the first mid-cycle update for Android 14 through a new beta program, and several Pixel devices will be eligible for the Android 14 Beta program.
Google is rolling out Android 14, offering deeper customization options, improved accessibility features, and enhanced data privacy and security.
Google showcased its latest products and updates, including the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro smartphones, Pixel Watch 2, Pixel Buds Pro, Android 14, Google Assistant with Bard, improvements to Call Screen, and the Dual-Screen Interpreter mode, during the Made By Google event.
Android 14 is now available for Google Pixels, offering accessibility improvements, customization features, and the introduction of Health Connect for centralized and secure storage and sharing of health data.
Android 14 is now rolling out to various Pixel devices, addressing 26 security issues and providing general improvements and fixes across various features and functionalities.
Google has released Android 14, bringing new features such as AI-generated wallpapers, passkeys for third-party apps, monthly reminders for data-sharing, and camera flash notifications to supported devices.
Google unveiled Android 14 at its Made By Google event, introducing new customization options, accessibility features, improved photo and camera quality, and enhanced controls over data privacy.
Google has released Android 14, which includes new customization features, improved camera support, easier password management, and more, with Pixel phones receiving the update first.
Google's new Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro smartphones feature secure Face Unlock technology that allows users to authorize payments and sign into banking apps, thanks to advanced machine learning in the devices' selfie camera.
The Google Pixel 8 offers a range of new features, including customizable lock screens, NFC payments using Face Unlock, predictive back gestures, Magic Editor for photo editing, drag and drop between apps, Best Take for group photos, auto-confirmation of lock screen PIN, and Audio Magic Eraser for removing background noise from videos.
Android 14 allows users to customize their lock screen, including changing the color and style of the clock and widgets, with the possibility of further customization options in the future.