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New Android features

Android just keeps getting better. With new features in Android 15 and your favourite Google apps, there's always something new to discover.

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Android 15

See what's new in Android 15.

An upgrade to help keep your device and data safe from prying eyes and theft. Helpful updates boost your productivity on larger screens.

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Circle to Search

Quickly access QR codes and barcodes.

How do you scan a QR code that's already on your screen? With Circle to Search, you can now access links in barcodes and QR codes right when you see them – no switching apps.1

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Google Lens

Point your camera and ask questions.

Want to know the history of a famous building? Or how to play the lawn game that you just bought? With Google Lens, soon you'll be able to use your voice to ask questions about what you see.2

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Wear OS

Explore new places without mobile service.

No signal? No problem! Coming soon, you will be able to find your way without mobile phone service using offline maps on your Wear OS watch.3 Download a map to your phone and access it from your smartwatch4 for more ways to navigate.

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Get into the new features.

Android is delivering new features to help you explore with confidence and discover your way.

Android 15 Private space

Keep sensitive apps and data out of sight.

Category | Android 15

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Android 15 Theft protection

Get peace of mind and privacy, all in one place.

Category | Android 15

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Android 15 Pinnable taskbar

Keep your favourite apps within reach.

Category | Android 15

Android 15 App pairs

Multitask in a tap by pairing your most-used apps.

Category | Android 15

New Circle to Search

Search songs you hear without switching apps.

Category | AI

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New TalkBack

Richer audio descriptions for images.

Category | Accessibility

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New Chrome

Listen to web pages read aloud.

Category | Entertainment and media

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New Wear OS

Find your way with offline maps on your wrist.

Category | Connectivity

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New Circle to Search

Easily access on-screen QR and barcodes.

Category | AI

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New Google Lens

Get AI Overviews in Lens, just point and ask.

Category | AI

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Google Messages

No more typos – now you can edit messages after sending.

Category | Productivity

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Cross-device sharing

Easily hotspot or switch devices mid-call.

Category | Connectivity

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Gboard

Remix your favourite emoji 🪩 + 🎧

Category | Personalisation

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Google Home

Control smart devices right from your home screen.

Category | Productivity

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Wear OS

Easily control your favourite smart home devices.

Category | Connectivity

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Digital car key

Easily lock, unlock and start your car.

Category | Connectivity

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Circle to Search

Instantly translate what's on your screen.

Category | Productivity

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Google Photos

Make your pictures shine with AI editing tools.

Category | Personalisation

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Find My Device

Locate your belongings quickly and safely.

Category | Productivity

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Google Wallet

Contactless payments just got more secure.

Category | Privacy and security

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Google Wallet

Add everyday passes to Google Wallet with a scan.

Category | Personalisation

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Security

Get live protection from dangerous sites.

Category | Privacy and security

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Gmail

Replying to emails in the moment is faster.

Category | Productivity

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Fitbit

View a more complete picture of your fitness data.

Category | Connectivity

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Viewing health stats from various wearables and apps on the Today tab in the Fitbit mobile app on an Android phone.

Google Docs

Feedback is a breeze with Google Docs markups.

Category | Productivity

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Marking up a biology report with hand-written annotations in Google Docs on an Android tablet.

Media controls

Uninterrupted listening with new casting controls.

Category | Entertainment and media

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Selecting the audio button in the Spotify media notification on the home screen, to easily change audio output from this phone to living room TV on an Android phone.

Wear OS

Access everyday passes in Google Wallet.

Category | Connectivity

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Tapping into Google Wallet on a Wear OS smartwatch to access the QR code for a National Airlines boarding pass.

Wear OS

Navigate the city with public transport directions.

Category | Connectivity

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Using a Wear OS smartwatch to find public transport directions and schedule to go to a coffee shop.

Google Maps

Enhanced screen reader support for Lens.

Category | Accessibility

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Using Lens in Google Maps to scan a commercial street and hearing place information of the surrounding businesses read aloud on an Android phone.

Google Messages

Turn your favourite photos into photomojis.

Category | Personalisation

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Reacting to a message in Google Messages on an Android phone with a photomoji, that has been created on the spot from an image in the photo gallery.

Quick Share

Share files easily between your trusted devices.

Category | Connectivity

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Easily sharing a picture of a dog from an Android phone to a Chromebook, by selecting Quick Share and then the device name.

Google Photos

View a tidier photo gallery, without the clutter.

Category | Productivity

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Using Google Photos to view a group of similar photos that have been put into stack, and then selecting one of them to be displayed on top, on an Android phone.

Gboard

New season, new sticker combinations.

Category | Personalisation

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Google Messages

Show how you are feeling 😂 in a voice message.

Category | Personalisation

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Google Messages

React bigger to messages.

Category | Personalisation

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Wear OS

Control light groups from your smartwatch.

Category | Connectivity

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Wear OS

Set your home’s status from your smartwatch.

Category | Connectivity

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Wear OS

Manage smart home devices from your Wear OS watch.

Category | Connectivity

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Accessibility Suite

Hear AI image descriptions with TalkBack.

Category | Accessibility

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New Accessibility Suite

Phone calls and on-device media are now more accessible.

Category | Accessibility

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Wear OS

New Make daily tasks easier with Assistant routines.

Category | Productivity

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New YouTube

Level up your videos with new editing tools.

Category | Entertainment and media

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Google Play Protect

Stay protected when installing new apps.

Category | Privacy and security

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Personal Safety app

Easily access safety features.

Category | Privacy and security

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Google Photos

Securely backup your Locked Folder.

Category | Privacy and security

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Gmail

Express yourself with emoji reactions in Gmail.

Category | Personalisation

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Wear OS

Use Gmail on the go to read and respond to emails.

Category | Connectivity

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Wear OS

Organise your Google Calendar from your wrist.

Category | Connectivity

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Google Photos

Curate memories with Highlight videos.

Category | Personalisation

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Google Maps

A fun and effortless way to plan group activities.

Category | Productivity

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Google Meet

Make yourself heard with noise cancellation.

Category | Entertainment and media

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Google Photos

Now with Magic Eraser.

Category | Entertainment and media

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Google Wallet

Make check out fun.

Category | Entertainment and media

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Wear OS

Take notes from your smartwatch.

Category | Connectivity

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Wear OS

Customise with new sound and display settings.

Category | Connectivity

Gboard

Mix and match emoji your way.

Category | Personalisation

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Google Chrome

Browse the web in a bigger way.

Category | Accessibility

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Fast Pair

Pair headphones with Chromebook, in one tap.

Category | Connectivity

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Google Keep

The widget that keeps you organised.

Category | Productivity

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Google Messages

Let emoji do the talking.

Category | Personalisation

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Google Photos

See your memories in a whole new light.

Category | Entertainment and media

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Widgets

New widgets: Google TV, Finance and News.

Category | Productivity

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Google Play Books

Ignite a new passion 📚

Category | Entertainment and media

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Gboard

Dive into new Emoji Kitchen stickers.

Category | Personalisation

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Security

Stay ahead of dark web data leaks.

Category | Privacy and security

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Wear OS

Your favourite tunes, right from your wrist.

Category | Connectivity

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Wear OS

The list on your wrist – Google Keep.

Category | Connectivity

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Google Messages

Boost your messages 🚀

Category | Privacy and security

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Quick Share

Wireless sharing with your PC, made easy.

Category | Connectivity

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YouTube

Playlists, now with Shorts.

Category | Entertainment and media

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Fast Pair

Set up Matter-enabled devices in just a few taps.

Category | Connectivity

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Lookout

Visual content is now more accessible.

Category | Accessibility

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Google Assistant

Add activity and sleep data to a personal routine.

Category | Productivity

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Google Assistant

What you need, when you need it.

Category | Productivity

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Android Auto

New communication apps from Zoom and Webex by Cisco.

Category | Connectivity

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Wear OS

Keep the conversation going with WhatsApp.

Category | Connectivity

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Wear OS

View place info on Google Maps from your wrist.

Category | Connectivity

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Wear OS

Prefer to talk than type?

Category | Connectivity

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Google Wallet

Access everyday passes.

Category | Connectivity

Download now

YouTube

Join in on the fun with Effects on YouTube Shorts.

Category | Entertainment and media

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Google Photos

Your memories, in one place.

Category | Personalisation

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Google Messages

Keep your RCS chats private.

Category | Privacy and security

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Gmail

Translate emails right from the Gmail mobile app.

Category | Productivity

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Google Meet

Fewer distractions on calls with On-the-Go mode.

Category | Productivity

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Unknown tracker alerts

Stay safe on the go.

Category | Privacy and security

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Google Wallet

Access everyday passes.

Category | Connectivity

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New Gboard

New season, new sticker combinations.

Category | Personalisation

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Reacting to a message in Google Messages on an Android phone with a photomoji, that has been created on the spot from an image in the photo gallery.

Google Photos

Your memories, in one place.

Category | Personalisation

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Create your own Android Bot.

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Discover how Android connects your devices.

Sync your Android phone with your watch, tablet, earbuds, smart home, car and more, making it easier to stay connected, productive and entertained across your devices. From messaging to file sharing, payments, seamless music transfers and more, see how Android helps make everything work better together.

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Phones for every adventure.

Discover these new features and updates on the latest Android devices.

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Android 15

Get more done, more securely.

Your life is on your device. Android 15 introduces a powerful suite of privacy and security tools to help keep your sensitive health, financial and personal data safer. Thoughtful upgrades for larger screens help you get more done, faster.

Availability subject to manufacturer and device.

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Android 15

Private space.

It's like a digital safe on your phone. Create a separate private space with another layer of authentication. Add sensitive apps, like health or banking apps, to keep them hidden. Private space keeps app data and notifications separate from the rest of your phone to remain virtually invisible.

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Android 15

Theft protection.

Help deter theft, get quick protection and recover a stolen device faster. Theft protection is a suite of proactive security features, including Failed Authentication Lock, factory reset protection, Theft Detection Lock, Remote Lock, Offline Device Lock and other unauthorised access restrictions*.

*Some theft protection features available for Android 10+

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Android 15

Pinnable taskbar.

Easily pin and unpin your taskbar on larger screens. Keep your favourite apps in reach for quicker access, better control over your screen real estate and more customisability.

Android 15

App pairs.

Pair frequently used apps together on your homescreen. With a single-tap, quickly retrieve your favorite pair of apps in split screen to streamline multitasking and give yourself a productivity boost.

Android 15

Check for updates.

See if your device is ready to update to Android 15 by opening your device's Settings app then going to System > Software update.

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Keep sensitive apps and data out of sight.

October 2024 | Android 15

Android 15 Private space

It's like a digital safe on your phone. Create a separate private space with another layer of authentication. Add sensitive apps, like health or banking apps, to keep them hidden. Private space keeps app data and notifications separate from the rest of your phone to remain virtually invisible.

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Keep your favourite apps within reach.

October 2024 | Android 15

Android 15 Pinnable taskbar

Easily pin and unpin your taskbar on larger screens. Keep your favourite apps in reach for quicker access, better control over your screen real estate and more customisability.

Get peace of mind and privacy, all in one place.

October 2024 | Android 15

Android 15 Theft protection

Help deter theft, get quick protection and recover a stolen device faster. Theft protection is a suite of proactive security features, including Failed Authentication Lock, factory reset protection, Theft Detection Lock, Remote Lock, Offline Device Lock and other unauthorised access restrictions*.

*Some theft protection features available to users on Android 10+

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Multitask in a tap by pairing your most-used apps.

October 2024 | Android 15

Android 15 App pairs

Pair frequently used apps together on your homescreen. With a single tap, quickly retrieve your favourite pair of apps in split screen to streamline multitasking and give yourself a productivity boost.

Tune into 10+ new free TV channels.

November 2023 | Entertainment and media

New Free channels from Google TV

It’s easier to access the shows that you love or find new favourites, with 10+ new free channels now available from Google TV. Explore new film, sports and game show channels, and over 100 other free channels without juggling additional subscriptions.

Free TV channels from Google TV are available in the US only.

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React bigger to light up conversations in new ways.

November 2023 | Personalisation

Reaction Effects in Google Messages (beta)

Now, when you react to a message, you’ll spark an animated emoji that brings your whole screen to life – so you can light up conversations 🥳 in new ways.

Animations need to be turned on in settings.

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Control multiple lights at once from your smartwatch.

November 2023 | Connectivity

Light group controls on Google Home for Wear OS watches

Set the mood in an instant by controlling light groups from your smartwatch. Instead of adjusting individual lights, save time by changing all the lights in a room for dinner, focus time and everything in between.

Requires Internet, Wi-Fi and compatible smart home devices. Available on Wear OS 3+.

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Set your Google Home status to Home or Away without ever having to get out your phone.

November 2023 | Connectivity

Home and Away mode on Google Home for Wear OS

Make sure that your smart home devices are doing what you need, when you need it. Now you can easily set your Google Home status to Home or Away from your wrist – so if you’re out, you know that your cameras are on, doors are locked and lights are switched off.

Requires Internet, Wi-Fi and compatible smart home devices. Available on Wear OS 3+.

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Level up your videos with new editing tools.

November 2023 | Entertainment and media

New YouTube Create (beta)

With YouTube Create (beta), you can create content your followers will love – all from the palm of your hand. Edit videos, automatically add captions, clean up audio and access royalty-free music and sound effects.

Available on Android 8+ and in select countries only. Requires at least 4 GB of RAM.

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Now you can show how you are feeling 😂 when you send a voice message.

November 2023 | Personalisation

Voice Moods in Google Messages (beta)

Set the mood of your voice messages by adding a background and emoji theme. Whether you're laughing 😂 or feeling loved 🥰, with Voice Moods your friends can hear and see how you're feeling.

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Make daily tasks easier on your smartwatch using just your voice.

November 2023 | Productivity

Assistant routines for Wear OS

Coming soon, get more done while on the go with Wear OS. Start a custom Assistant routine for any time of the day from your smartwatch. Try saying, 'Hey Google, commuting to work' and you can navigate to work, check the weather and more.

Android phone required for set up. Internet connection required. Rolling out soon to Wear OS 3+. Google Assistant is not available in certain languages and countries. Pre-set up is required.

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Stay protected when installing new apps, wherever they come from.

November 2023 | Privacy and security

Real-time scanning for emerging threats

Protect your device from new, malicious apps wherever they come from. If you try to install an app from outside Google Play, Google Play Protect will offer a code-level scan to let you know if the app is potentially harmful or that it looks safe to install.

May not be available in all countries.

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Easily connect to emergency services or loved ones when you need help.

November 2023 | Privacy and security

Personal Safety app

Find what you need in an emergency, fast. The Personal Safety app can help you easily connect to emergency services or loved ones when you need help by sharing your live location, recording your surroundings or calling 911.

The Personal Safety app must be installed and features may need to be manually enabled. For certain features, you may need to turn on location services, permissions, mobile connectivity and/or Wi-Fi. Available on Android 12+.

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Securely backup your Locked Folder.

November 2023 | Privacy and security

Cloud backup for Locked Folder

Keep your sensitive photos accessible to you – and private from everyone else. Now, you can securely access password-protected content across all your devices with cloud backup for Locked Folder in Google Photos.

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Communicate in a couple taps with emoji reactions in Gmail.

November 2023 | Personalisation

Emoji reactions in Gmail

For when 😂 says it all – now you can react to emails with an emoji in Gmail. Save time and express yourself more quickly and creatively.

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Read and respond to emails on the go from your smartwatch.

November 2023 | Connectivity

Gmail for Wear OS

Stay productive when you’re out and about. With the new Gmail app for Wear OS, you can now read and respond to emails and manage your inbox from your smartwatch.

Android phone required for set up. Internet connection required. Available on Wear OS 3+.

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Browsing through a Gmail inbox, reading an email and then adding that email to favourites, on a Wear OS smartwatch.

Keep your Google Calendar organised, right from your smartwatch.

November 2023 | Connectivity

Google Calendar for Wear OS

It’s easier to stay organised on the go with the new Google Calendar app on your smartwatch. Now you can manage your schedule and view and RSVP to events and appointments – right from your smartwatch.

Android phone required for set up. Internet connection required. Available on Wear OS 3+.

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Showcase special moments by easily creating a Highlight video.

November 2023 | Personalisation

Highlight video in Google Photos

Create new highlight videos easily in Google Photos. Simply search the people, places or activities that you want to feature, and Google Photos will do the heavy lifting to curate your special moments in one video.

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A fun and effortless way to plan group activities.

November 2023 | Productivity

Shared lists in Google Maps

With shared lists in Google Maps, planning your next group activity is fun and effortless. Invite friends to collaborate on a list, add favourite locations and decide on where to go with emoji reactions.

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Phone calls and on-device media are now more accessible.

November 2023 | Accessibility

New New features in Live Caption

Phone calls and on-device media are now more accessible. New features in Live Caption bring more languages to captions and the ability to reply during phone calls by texting a response that’s read aloud – making it possible to take calls without needing to hear them or respond with your voice.

Accuracy may vary. Available in select languages.

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Your Android device is more accessible with AI-generated image descriptions.

November 2023 | Accessibility

TalkBack

Images with missing or inaccurate alt text or captions are now more accessible to blind and low vision communities. TalkBack uses AI to create image descriptions and reads them aloud – whether it’s a photo you just took, an image from apps or social media or picture messages from friends.

Description of images may vary. Available on Android 11+ and in English only.

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Manage smart home devices from your Wear OS watch.

November 2023 | Connectivity

More controls on Google Home for Wear OS

Control your smart home devices, right from your wrist. With more controls of compatible devices, you can now turn on and dock smart appliances like vacuums, mops and more.

Requires Internet, Wi-Fi and compatible smart home devices. Available on Wear OS 3+.

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Emoji Kitchen stickers

Celebrate 🎊 with new Emoji Kitchen sticker combinations.

Give the gift 🛍 of new Emoji Kitchen sticker combinations. Remix your favourite emoji and share them with your friends as stickers via Gboard – for more ways to express yourself.

Works with compatible emoji. May require download.

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Make yourself heard.

February 2023 | Entertainment and media

Noise cancellation on Google Meet

Google Meet now offers noise cancellation during calls on more Android mobile devices, filtering out distracting background sounds while you talk.

See Google Meet Help for device requirements.

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Now with Magic Eraser.

February 2023 | Entertainment and media

Unlock new features in Google Photos

Unlock enhanced Google Photos editing features including Magic Eraser, a new HDR video effect and exclusive collage styles with a Google One membership.

Members of Google One get more editing features through Google Photos. Editing feature availability is subject to type of photo and device. Editing features are not currently supported on the web. See Benefit requirements for more details.

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Make check out fun.

February 2023 | Entertainment and media

Tap to pay animations

Use Google Wallet and discover fun new tap to pay animations confirming your transactions.

Tap to pay available on devices using Android 6+.

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Take notes from your smartwatch.

February 2023 | Connectivity

Google Keep complications for Wear OS

Create notes and to-do lists on Google Keep with a simple tap on the new shortcuts available on your watch face.

Requires Google Account, download and Wear OS 3+.

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Device shell

It’s time to customise.

February 2023 | Connectivity

Sound and display settings for Wear OS

Tailor your smartwatch experience to your preferences and needs with new mono-audio sound and Greyscale display settings.9 Just swipe down on your Home screen and tap Settings to get started.

Rolling out soon Wear OS 3+ devices.

Mix and match your way.

February 2023 | Personalisation

Emoji Kitchen stickers

Make some 📣 noise 📣 for your favourite team (just in time for March Madness 🏀) or express your spring colours 💐 🌼 – Emoji Kitchen lets you remix and mash up your favourite emoji and share them as stickers via Gboard.

Works with compatible emojis. May require download. Device must have Gboard installed to use Emoji Kitchen.

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Browse the web in a bigger way.

February 2023 | Accessibility

Page zoom on Chrome for Android

Easily increase text and content size on Chrome for Android by up to 300% according to your vision preferences and needs while still preserving the page layout. Turn it on in your Chrome accessibility settings.

Available on Android 7+.

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The widget that keeps you organised.

February 2023 | Productivity

Google Keep single-note widget

Pin notes, tick off to-do lists, view reminders and customise the colours and images from your Home screen – all from the new Google Keep widget on Android phones and tablets.

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Let emoji do the talking.

February 2023 | Personalisation

React with any emoji with Messages

Use any emoji as a reaction to messages and really express yourself.

Works on compatible devices.

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See your memories in a whole new light.

February 2023 | Entertainment and media

Photos Memories

Watch your special photo moments be automatically brought to life with music, cinematics and scrapbook-style creations that you can share with just one tap.

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Pair with Chromebook in one tap.

February 2023 | Connectivity

Fast Pair on Chromebook

Fast Pair connects new Bluetooth headphones to your Chromebook with just one tap. And if you’ve already set up your headphones with an Android phone, your Chromebook will automatically connect them too.

Android and Fast Pair compatible headphones only. Bluetooth must be on and in range for both devices.

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Widgets. Right at home.

June 2023 | Productivity

Widgets | Google TV, Finance and News

Personalise your phone or tablet home screen with entertainment suggestions from Google TV, stock tracking from Google Finance and curated daily headlines from Google News.

Google TV app only available in select countries. Requires being signed into a Google Account.

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Ignite a new passion 📚

June 2023 | Entertainment and media

Reading Practice

Reading Practice helps new readers improve vocabulary and comprehension skills using their Android phones and tablets with thousands of compatible children's ebooks available – including options at no charge.

Reading Practice is available on the Google Play Books app 8.1+ on Android phones and tablets. Books may require download and purchase.

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Dive into new stickers.

June 2023 | Personalisation

Dive into new stickers.

Emoji Kitchen lets you remix your favourite emoji into stickers for Gboard. Now you can take a bite 🦈 of new aquatic-themed 🐬 🐋 emoji combinations to bring even the most subtle conversations to life.

Works with compatible emoji. May require download.

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Stay ahead of dark web data leaks.

June 2023 | Privacy and security

Stay ahead of dark web data leaks

Scan to see if your Gmail address has been leaked on the dark web and get guidance on how to protect yourself. Now available for most Google Accounts in the US

Available to personal Google Accounts in the US and excludes any supervised Google Accounts.

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Your favourite tunes, right from your wrist.

June 2023 | Connectivity

Spotify for Wear OS

Press play from your watch and let Spotify’s DJ deliver a personalised lineup of your favourite music, stream episodes of your favourite podcasts and listen to what’s in your heavy rotation.

Spotify DJ is only available in the US, Canada, UK and Ireland for Spotify Premium users. Spotify Premium requires a paid subscription. Internet connection required. Available on devices running Wear OS 2+.

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The list on your wrist – Google Keep.

June 2023 | Connectivity

Google Keep single note tile for Wear OS

Quickly see a pinned Google Keep note or to-do list on your watch without having to get out your phone.

Internet connection required. Available on devices running Wear OS 3+.

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Wear OS. Ready to ride.

June 2023 | Connectivity

Wallet on Wear OS – New public transport options

Commuters in Washington, DC and the San Francisco Bay Area can now import SmarTrip® and Clipper® cards to Google Wallet to tap and ride via smartwatch.

Available on Wear OS 2+. Requires phone with Android OS version 7.1+.

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Boost your messages 🚀

June 2023 | Privacy and security

RCS in Messages by Google

Turn on RCS in Messages by Google to message over Wi-Fi, share high resolution photos and videos, see typing indicators and read receipts and enhance security with end-to-end encryption.

Supported in Message conversations when RCS features are available and turned on.

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Wireless sharing with your PC, made easy.

June 2023 | Connectivity

Quick Share beta for Windows

Seamlessly share photos, videos and more between your Android devices and Windows PCs. Choose to share with everyone, selected contacts or your own devices to keep your files secure.

Requires both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi enabled on both devices.

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Playlists, now with Shorts.

June 2023 | Entertainment and media

Shorts in YouTube playlists

Add Shorts to your YouTube playlists for even more ways to save and curate content to watch over and over again.

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Set up Matter-enabled devices in just a few taps.

June 2023 | Connectivity

Fast Pair for Matter

Quickly detect and securely set up any Matter-enabled device from your Android phone or tablet. Android detects new, compatible smart home devices (from any brand) nearby and prompts you to easily connect.

Requires mobile phone or tablet running Android 8.1+, Google Account, Google Home app, Matter-enabled Google hub device, working Wi-Fi and Bluetooth low energy (4.2) or higher.

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Visual content is now more accessible.

September 2023 | Accessibility

Image Q&A on Lookout

Image Q&A uses AI to generate image descriptions and answer follow-up questions that you can ask using your voice or typing. Use it on everything from images on social media to your photo gallery.

Available on Android 8+ and with at least 1 GB+. Available in English in the US, UK and Canada. Results may vary depending on visual matches.

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Start your day with a little motivation.

September 2023 | Productivity

Activity and sleep data in personal routines

You can now hear your Fitbit or Google Fit data – like hours slept, sleep start time and step count – in your personal routines to help you stay on top of your wellness goals. Learn how to set it up

Sequences shortened and simulated. Available on Android 6+.

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What you need, when you need it.

September 2023 | Productivity

Assistant At a Glance widget

The AI powered Assistant At a Glance widget intuitively surfaces helpful information on your home screen. Get high-precision weather alerts, dynamic travel updates and upcoming event reminders.

Available on Android 9+.

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Conference calls in the car.

September 2023 | Connectivity

New communication apps from Android Auto

Coming soon you will be able to stay connected from your car with Zoom and Webex by Cisco on Android Auto.

This feature is beginning to roll out and as part of that process it may not be available for all Android Auto users immediately at launch. Internet connection, phone with Android 11+ and a car compatible with Android Auto required.

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Keep the conversation going.

September 2023 | Connectivity

WhatsApp for Wear OS

With WhatsApp now available on your Wear OS smartwatch, you can securely send and receive messages, answer calls and keep up with chats without having to get out your phone.

Android phone required for set up. Internet connection required. Available on Wear OS 3+.

Download now

Place info on your wrist.

September 2023 | Connectivity

Google Maps place info on Wear OS

Find new places, place information and directions on your smartwatch.

Android phone required for set up. Internet connection required. Available on Wear OS 3+.

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Prefer to talk than type?

September 2023 | Connectivity

Voice Messaging with Google Messages

Easily send and receive voice messages on your Wear OS smartwatch.

Android phone required for set up. Internet connection required. Available on devices running Wear OS 2+.

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Access everyday passes.

September 2023 | Connectivity

Google Wallet pass photo import

Digitise and store your everyday tickets and passes for easy access.

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Join in on the fun.

September 2023 | Entertainment and media

Effects on YouTube Shorts

Use effects to add some flair to the people or places in your frame.

Available on Android 6+.

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Your memories, in one place.

September 2023 | Personalisation

Memories view in Google Photos

AI curation organises your photos so that you can revisit special moments.

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Keep your RCS chats private.

September 2023 | Privacy and security

End-to-end encryption for group conversations

All messages are now end-to-end encrypted, including group chats.

End-to-end encryption is available only when RCS is turned on in Messages by Google. Requires Android OS version 8+.

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Translate emails right from the Gmail mobile app.

September 2023 | Productivity

Translate in Gmail

When Gmail detects that you’ve received an email in a foreign language, you’ll be prompted to translate it in to your preferred language, right from the mobile app.

Google Account required.

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Fewer distractions on calls.

September 2023 | Productivity

Meet On-the-Go mode

Easily take calls on the go with a simplified mobile experience.

Google Meet is a trademark of Google LLC. Google Account and Internet connection required. The example shown is for illustrative purposes only and does not represent all possible scenarios.

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Stay safe on the go.

September 2023 | Privacy and security

Unknown tracker alerts

Your Android device can now automatically detect and notify you of unfamiliar tracking devices (like Bluetooth tracker tags) moving with you, so that you can take action to locate and disable them.

Detection works with compatible trackers. Location Services and Bluetooth may need to be turned on. Requires data service. Available on Android 6+ in all regions and languages that Android supports.

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Early earthquake warnings.

September 2023 | Privacy and security

Android Earthquake Alerts System

React faster with early earthquake alerts, available in 95+ countries.

Phone feature may not detect all events and is not a public warning system. Internet connection required. Alerts must be enabled. Notifications may be sent for earthquakes of 4.5 magnitude and above. For regional availability, visit the Help Center

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Image captions, available globally in English.

February 2024 | Accessibility

Automatic image captions in Google Lookout

Image captions in Lookout help make everyday tasks easier. Hear AI-generated captions for images in Google Lookout – now available globally in English.

Description of images may vary. Available on Android 6+ on devices with 1 GB and above. Not available in China.

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View a more complete picture of your fitness data.

February 2024 | Connectivity

Health Connect in the Fitbit mobile app

With the data from your favourite wearables and apps – like Oura, AllTrails, and food and nutrition tracker, MyFitnessPal – working with the Fitbit app through Health Connect, you can see a more complete picture of your health journey in one place.

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Feedback is a breeze with Google Docs markups.

February 2024 | Productivity

Google Docs markups

Add handwritten annotations to Google Docs from your Android phone or tablet – using just your finger or stylus. With a selection of markup tools to choose from, reviewing documents and providing feedback is fast, flexible and easy.

While markups are viewable on any platform, users can only add markups on Google Docs when using an Android 8+ device. Latest app version is required.

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Uninterrupted listening with new casting controls.

February 2024 | Entertainment and media

Output switcher

Move your media seamlessly between devices with the output switcher. Go from your phone speaker to headphones, smart speakers and more – for uninterrupted listening on Spotify and YouTube Music.

Available on Android 14+ devices. Cast devices must be on the same Wi-Fi network and are sold separately. Subscriptions may be required for access to certain listening experiences.

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Navigate the city with transit directions.

February 2024 | Connectivity

Transit directions on Google Maps for Wear OS

Navigate public transportation with ease – right from your wrist. Check transit directions and departure times for your bus, train, or ferry, and let your Wear OS smartwatch guide you effortlessly to your destination.

Directions and times present in available cities. Android phone required for set up. Internet connection required. Available on Wear OS 3+.

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Access everyday passes in Google Wallet.

February 2024 | Connectivity

Google Wallet passes on Wear OS

With Google Wallet passes on Wear OS, you can sync your phone’s digital wallet with your smartwatch and choose which passes to hide or display – now boarding passes, event tickets, gym memberships, loyalty cards and more are handy when you need them.

Android phone required for set up. Works with compatible passes. Available on Wear OS 3+. Available in all countries where Google Wallet is available.

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It’s easier to stay in touch while focusing on the road.

February 2024 | Connectivity

Android Auto messaging updates

It’s easier to stay in touch while focusing on the road. Android Auto can now summarise long text conversations and suggest relevant replies and actions that you can take with a single tap – helping you navigate to an address, make a call or share your ETA when someone asks for it.

Some features may not be available in all countries and may vary by car and/or device manufacturer. Internet connection may be required. Use features when safe to do so.

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Enhanced screen reader support for Lens.

February 2024 | Accessibility

Screen reader support for Lens in Maps

Exploring is now more accessible. With enhanced screen reader support for Lens in Maps, you can identify the places around you and hear their details read aloud, using your phone’s camera and Android’s TalkBack.

Requires an Android screen reader. Available in selected Lens in Maps locations.

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Share files easily between your trusted devices.

February 2024 | Connectivity

Self sharing with Quick Share

Now, it’s easier to share files. With the newest update to Quick Share1, you can seamlessly share files between your Chromebook2 and Android phone3 with just a few taps.

1 Devices must be within Bluetooth sharing distance and have Wi-Fi enabled.
2 Requires ChromeOS version 91+.
3 Requires phones, tablets or foldables with Android 6+.

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View a tidier photo gallery, without the clutter.

February 2024 | Productivity

Photo stacks in Google Photos

Google Photos can now automatically identify and group similar photos taken close together into Photo stacks and display the best one on top – keeping your gallery tidy.

Requires the Google Photos app.

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Easily hotspot or switch devices mid-call.

May 2024 | Connectivity

Call casting and hotspot

Need to switch devices mid-call? Coming soon, call casting will let you seamlessly transfer Google Meet calls between your Android phone or tablet, while instant hotspot gets your devices online with just a tap – no passwords required.

Available on Android 11+. Internet connection required. Devices must be within Bluetooth sharing distance. Availability may vary between devices. Instant hotspot is not available on Samsung devices.

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Control smart devices right from your home screen.

May 2024 | Productivity

Google Home Favourites widget

Easily view and control your favourite smart home devices with the new Google Home Favourites widget. Access important devices from your smart home and adjust them to fit your needs. Use the widget to check the temperature at a glance or turn off the lights before bed – all from your home screen.

Available on Android 12+ devices. Requires a compatible smart device and working Internet and Wi-Fi. Users must sign up for Public Preview for Google Home app to access this feature.

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Easily lock, unlock and start your car.

May 2024 | Connectivity

Digital car key expanded capability

Unlock convenience with digital car key – now available on selected MINI models and expanding to selected Mercedes-Benz and Polestar vehicles.1 Easily lock, unlock and start your car with just your phone, or securely share your digital car key with family and friends.2

1. Digital car key is only available for selected vehicles in selected markets and on Android 12+ devices. Devices must be within range of the vehicle to use.
2. Purchase of compatible vehicles and devices is required. Sequences shortened and simulated.

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Locate your belongings quickly and safely.

May 2024 | Productivity

Find My Device

Find My Device helps you locate your belongings (like your keys with a tracker tag) and devices (like your phone, tablet and headphones) quickly and safely. And if they are offline or far away, use the Find My Device network to locate it for you – all while keeping your location data encrypted and private from Google.

Find My Device network requires Location Services and Bluetooth to be turned on. Requires mobile service or Internet connection. Works on Android 9+ and in certain countries for age-eligible users.

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No more typos – edit messages after sending.

May 2024 | Productivity

Edit in Google Messages

Say goodbye to the *asterisk. Next time you spot a typo, use the edit feature to correct your spelling, add missing words or clarify what you mean. There's a 15-minute window to edit your messages, whether it's a group chat or one-on-one, simply tap and hold a sent message to start editing.

This is an RCS feature. RCS must be turned on in Settings.

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More ways to pay with Google Wallet from your wrist.

May 2024 | Connectivity

PayPal on Wallet for Wear OS watches

Enjoy more ways to pay with PayPal on Google Wallet for Wear OS watches. Whether it's groceries, movie tickets or public transport, make secure transactions without needing to pull your phone out of your pocket. Just double-click the crown of your watch or pull up Google Wallet from your list of apps.

Available in the US and Germany. Android phone required for setup. Internet connection required. Available on Wear OS 3+.

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Add everyday passes to Google Wallet with a scan.

May 2024 | Personalisation

QR and barcode scanner

Access your everyday passes, right from your phone. Simply scan the barcodes or QR codes of your passes with your device's camera to store a secure, digital version of them in your Google Wallet. Carry digitised gym passes, library cards and loyalty cards with you – ready whenever you need them.

Available in all countries where Google Wallet is available.

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Contactless payments just got more secure.

May 2024 | Privacy and security

Verified payments on Google Wallet

Google Wallet has added another layer of security with more verification for contactless payments.1 Before making a payment, you'll now be prompted to confirm your identity – either by PIN, pattern, thumbprint or Face Unlock2 – with the option to turn off verification for public transport fares.

1. Available in all countries where Google Wallet is available.
2. Class 3 of Android biometric security is required for Face Unlock.

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Instantly translate what's on your screen.

May 2024 | Productivity

Translate with Circle to Search

Now, when you see words in another language on your screen, you can use Circle to Search to get help instantly. Whether it's an image, video or text, just long press the home button or navigation bar and tap the translate button to see instant translations, then get right back to what you're doing.

Available on selected devices. Internet connection required. Works on compatible apps and surfaces. Results may vary depending on visual matches.

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Make your pictures shine with AI editing tools.

May 2024 | Personalisation

Editing tools in Photos

Make your pictures shine with easy-to-use AI editing tools in Google Photos – now available to more Android users. Photo crasher ruining your best photo? Fix it with Magic Eraser. Selfie out of focus? Make it clearer with Photo Unblur. You can even reimagine photos with gen AI using Magic Editor.

Available on Android 8+ with 3 GB+ of RAM and Chromebook Plus with ChromeOS version 118+.Feature availability varies by device.

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Replying to emails in the moment is faster.

May 2024 | Productivity

Quick Reply in Gmail

Replying to emails is faster and easier with Quick Reply in Gmail. Now, you can respond from the new text box at the bottom of your conversation without opening a new screen – ideal for emails that just need a simple answer. For longer responses, expand the text box for more options.

Availability may vary by country.

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Remix your favourite emoji 🪩 + 🎧

May 2024 | Personalisation

Emoji Kitchen

Get ready for festival season! New Emoji Kitchen stickers are rolling out soon, such as the disco ball and headphones 🪩+🎧. Whether you're rocking out to hip-hop, country or jazz music, there are now more ways to express yourself. Remix your favourite emoji and share them with friends as stickers via Gboard.

Works with compatible emoji. May require download.

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Get live protection from dangerous sites.

May 2024 | Privacy and security

Real-time Safe Browsing

Stay protected from fast-emerging dangerous sites. Real-time Safe Browsing in Chrome helps provide live detection of newly-published malicious sites that can leave you vulnerable to phishing attacks.

May help protect users against dangerous sites as compared to using without Safe Browsing. Google Play-enabled device required. Availability may vary by country.

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Easily control your favourite smart home devices.

May 2024 | Connectivity

Google Home shortcuts

Lock the doors, dim the lights, change the temperature and more with the new Google Home Favourites tile and complication for Wear OS watches. The customisable icons are all in one convenient place on your watch face, making managing your home as easy as a tap on the wrist.

Requires Wear OS 3+, a Google Account, the latest version of the Google Home app on both your watch and phone, and working Internet and Wi-Fi. Requires compatible smart devices.

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Find your way with offline maps on your wrist.

September 2024 | Connectivity

New Offline maps on Wear OS

Keep exploring with offline maps, coming soon to your Wear OS watch.1 When you download a map to your phone, you can also access it right from your watch2 for more ways to navigate.

1 Offline limitations: Available on Wear OS 3+. Maps must be pre-downloaded on your mobile device to access offline maps on a smartwatch. No public transport, bicycling or walking directions. No traffic info or alternative routes for driving directions. Navigation is not supported in Korea.
2 Automatic downloads require the watch to be charging and connected to Wi-Fi. Manual downloads can be initiated from offline maps settings in the Google Maps app on your Wear OS watch.

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Search songs that you hear without switching apps.

September 2024 | AI

New Identify music with Circle to Search

Search music that you hear in the moment – without switching apps. Hear a great song on social media or music playing from speakers near you? Simply long press your Home button or navigation bar and tap the music button to identify the track.

Sequences shortened and screen images simulated. Available on selected devices. Internet connection required. Works on compatible apps and surfaces, and with ambient music only. Will not identify music coming through headphones or if phone volume is off. Results may vary depending on audio matches.

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Your favourite apps, all in one place.

September 2024 | Entertainment and media

New Collections by Google Play

Pick up where you left off with your apps in one place. Collections is an immersive space where you'll find recommended actions for your most-used apps based on how you use them.

Available in the US only. App subscriptions may be required. Terms and Conditions apply.

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Get AI Overviews in Lens, just point and ask.

September 2024 | AI

New AI Overviews in Google Lens

Want to know the story behind a piece of art? Or how to play the lawn game that you just bought? Soon, you'll be able to get helpful AI Overviews and info through Lens, just point your camera and ask.

Results may vary depending on visual matches. AI Overviews and more vary by country and language . It may be dependent on your app and device settings. Rolling out soon to Android 6+ devices.

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React faster with early earthquake alerts.

September 2024 | Privacy and security

New Android Earthquake Alerts

Before an earthquake hits, you can now receive a warning to seek safety. Available across all US states and territories, the Android Earthquake Alert System uses crowdsourced earthquake detection to alert you sooner.

Available on Android 6+ devices. Phone feature may not detect all events and is not a public warning system. Internet connection required. Device location and Alerts must be enabled. Notifications may be sent for earthquakes of 4.5 magnitude and above. For regional availability, visit the Help Centre.

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Easily access on-screen QR and barcodes.

September 2024 | AI

New Circle to Search QR and barcode

Whether it's a photo of a barcode or a QR code in an email, Circle to Search lets you act on codes in the moment. Long press the home button or navigation bar to surface the link.

Available on selected devices. Internet connection required. Works on compatible apps and surfaces.

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Richer audio descriptions for images.

September 2024 | Accessibility

New TalkBack

Detailed audio descriptions make the images on your device more accessible. Whether it's social media, online product images or your camera roll, TalkBack can bring digital images to life, powered by Gemini models.

Check responses for accuracy. Description of images may vary. Available on Android 11+, in English only and all devices except Samsung. Some image description features are only available for Pixel 9 series devices and only in English.

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Listen to web pages read aloud.

September 2024 | Entertainment and media

New Listen to page in Chrome

Whether you're juggling tasks or you prefer listening over reading, now you can hear text on web pages read aloud in Chrome. Personalise the experience further by choosing the speed, voice and language.

Available in selected languages.

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