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Google offers the alert to select users, giving them more details about the update and new features coming their way.
Google has reportedly sent a new notification to some Android users via Google Play Services saying, “Your Android has new features.” This notification opens in a full-screen interface, showing newly introduced features for Android smartphones, including Circle to Search, Google Lens, and Google Photos, among others. According to 9To5Google, these notifications were previously only sent to Pixel users via the Tips app.
When users click on the notification, they are greeted with a full-screen interface that highlights the latest Android capabilities. Users can swipe across multiple screens in carousel mode, allowing them to explore one feature at a time. This update aims to increase user awareness of the new functionalities available on their devices.
According to a report by 9To5Google, each interface includes a graphic with a visual indication of how to use the feature, as well as a text description for users. Additionally, a “How to get started” button has also been included to help customers understand how to use the features.
What are these functions
Circle To Search: The AI-powered feature allows users to search anything on the Android phone without the need to switch apps. The name itself suggests that the user can search for anything simply by surrounding the element. Last month it was updated to scan QR codes and barcodes on the screen.
Google Lens: An important feature that uses image recognition to understand what you’re looking at and give relevant information about it.
Google Messages: Google Messages now supports full screen effects.
Google Photos: Photos app gets new features like Photo Unblur, Magic Eraser, Portrait Light and Magic Editor.
Google Wallet: Google Wallet now accepts QR and barcode passes, allowing users to quickly access passes emailed to them.
Google Safe Browsing: Google Safe Browsing protects users from dangerous websites, downloads and extensions. According to 9To5Google, the green shield now appears to be a new icon.
In other news, Google recently updated its video calling app, Google Meet, introducing a redesigned interface and a new “New” button. This button provides users with options to create a new meeting, schedule one, or set up a group call. Additionally, it displays contacts for instant calling, enhancing the overall user experience by making it easy to connect with other people. The update aims to streamline the meeting initiation process and improve the app’s functionality for users.
