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Android Developer Verifier

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 20:40:00 +0000

Android Developer Verification is a Google system service that protects users on certified Android devices by validating the identity of developers for apps installed from the internet. By ensuring every app is linked to a verified developer, this service provides an essential layer of security for your device.

Recent changes:
Initial launch.

Google Play services

Wed, 26 Sep 2012 20:24:42 +0000

Google Play services is used to update Google apps and apps from Google Play.
This component provides core functionality like authentication to your Google services, synchronized contacts, access to all the latest user privacy settings, and higher quality, lower-powered location based services.
Google Play services also enhances your app experience. It speeds up offline searches, provides more immersive maps, and improves gaming experiences.
Apps may not work if you uninstall Google Play services.

Speech Recognition & Synthesis

Wed, 06 Nov 2013 20:22:58 +0000

Power your device with the magic of Google’s text-to-speech and speech-to-text technology. Google Speech-to-Text functionality
Speech Recognition provides speech-to-text functionality to Google and other third party apps to convert what you say to text. For example, it can be used by:
• Google Maps when you use your voice to search places
• Recorder App to transcribe your recordings on device
• Phone App Call Screen feature to get a real-time transcription of your caller
• Accessibility apps like Voice Access for operating your device through voice
• Dictation or keyboard apps you might use to dictate text messages through voice
• Apps that contain a search by voice feature so that you can quickly search for your favorite shows or songs
• Language learning apps that recognize what you say as you practice a new language
• …and many other applications in Play Store
To use Google Speech-to-Text functionality on your Android device, go to Settings > Apps & notifications > Default apps > Assist App. Select Speech Recognition and Synthesis from Google as your preferred voice input engine.
Google Text-to-Speech functionality
Speech Services powers applications to read the text on your screen aloud. For example, it can be used by:
• Google Play Books to “Read Aloud” your favorite book
• Google Translate to speak translations aloud so you can hear the pronunciation of a word
• Talkback and accessibility applications for spoken feedback across your device
• …and many other applications in Play Store
To use Google Text-to-Speech functionality on your Android device, go to Settings > Languages & Input > Text-to-Speech output. Select Speech Recognition and Synthesis from Google as your preferred engine.
Note, on many Android devices, Speech Recognition and Synthesis from Google is already available, but you can update to the latest version here.

Recent changes:
Your app has a new name: “Speech Recognition and Synthesis from Google”. The Speech Recognition and Synthesis from Google app not only provides text-to-speech but also empowers applications with speech-to-text functionality to convert your voice to text. Read more in the “About this app” section.

Android System WebView

Sat, 04 Apr 2015 02:33:36 +0000

Android WebView is a pre-installed system component from Google that allows Android apps to display web content.

Recent changes:
• Bug fixes and speedy performance improvements

YouTube

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 19:17:00 +0000

Get the official YouTube app on Android phones and tablets. See what the world is watching -- from the hottest music videos to what’s popular in gaming, fashion, beauty, news, learning and more. Subscribe to channels you love, create content of your own, share with friends, and watch on any device.

Watch and subscribe
● Browse personal recommendations on Home
● See the latest from your favorite channels in Subscriptions
● Look up videos you’ve watched, liked, and saved for later in Library

Explore different topics, what’s popular, and on the rise (available in select countries)
● Stay up to date on what’s popular in music, gaming, beauty, news, learning and more
● See what’s trending on YouTube and around the world on Explore
● Learn about the coolest Creators, Gamers, and Artists on the Rise (available in select countries)

Connect with the YouTube community
● Keep up with your favorites creators with Posts, Stories, Premieres, and Live streams
● Join the conversation with comments and interact with creators and other community members

Create content from your mobile device
● Create or upload your own videos directly in the app
● Engage with your audience in real time with live streaming right from the app

Find the experience that fits you and your family (available in select countries)
● Every family has their own approach to online video. Learn about your options: the YouTube Kids app or a new parent supervised experience on YouTube at youtube.com/myfamily

Support creators you love with channel memberships (available in select countries)
● Join channels that offer paid monthly memberships and support their work
● Get access to exclusive perks from the channel & become part of their members community
● Stand out in comments and live chats with a loyalty badge next to your username

Upgrade to YouTube Premium (available in select countries)
● Watch videos uninterrupted by ads, while using other apps, or when the screen is locked
● Save videos for when you really need them – like when you’re on a plane or commuting
● Get access to YouTube Music Premium as part of your benefits

Recent changes:
For new features, look for in-product education & notifications sharing the feature and how to use it!

Google Maps

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 13:03:34 +0000

Explore and navigate the world with confidence using Google Maps. Find the best routes with live traffic data and real-time GPS navigation for driving, walking, cycling, and public transport. Discover over 250 million businesses and places - from restaurants and shops to everyday essentials – with photos, reviews, and helpful information.

Navigate the world, the way you want:
• Get to where you need to go with fuel-efficient route options
• Find the best route with real-time, turn-by-turn voice, and on screen navigation
• Save time with automatic rerouting based on live traffic, incidents, and road closures
• Catch the bus, train, and ride-share effortlessly, with real-time updates
• Find bike or scooter rentals to get around more easily

Plan trips and experiences effortlessly:
• Preview an area before you go (e.g. parking, entrances) with Street View
• Use Immersive View to experience what landmarks, parks and routes look like, and even check the weather so you can be ready in advance
• Create custom lists of your favorite saved places and share with others
• Order delivery and takeout, make reservations, and book hotels
• Don't get lost with offline maps in an area with bad signal
• Search for local places and things to do, and decide based on user reviews and photos

Discover and explore like a local:
• Explore with confidence knowing 500 million users contribute and keep the map up to date each year
• Avoid the crowds by seeing how busy a place is before you get there
• Use Lens in Maps to see walking directions overlaid on the real world
• Filter restaurants by cuisine, hours, price, rating and more
• Ask questions about a place, from dishes to parking, and get quick answers

Add tiles and complications to your Wear OS device to quickly search and navigate.

Some features not available in all countries or cities
Navigation isn't intended to be used by oversized or emergency vehicles

Recent changes:
Thanks for using Google Maps! This release brings bug fixes that improve our product to help you discover new places and navigate to them.

Become a beta tester: http://goo.gl/vLUcaJ

Android Switch

Fri, 23 Jul 2021 02:34:02 +0000

Android Switch is already installed on your Android device so you can securely copy photos, videos, contacts, and more from another phone or tablet during setup.

Plus, if you have a Pixel 9 or newer (including the Pro, Pro Fold, and A-Series), you can use Android Switch to move your data anytime after setup, even if you don't have your other device.

Recent changes:
It's now easier to bring your data from another phone or tablet.

Google Chrome

Wed, 08 Aug 2012 20:22:03 +0000

Chrome helps you do what’s possible on the web. Choose the fast, secure browser by Google.

GET THE BEST OF GOOGLE IN CHROME

• SEARCH WITH GOOGLE - Search and get answers on Google fast. Use your voice to search hands-free.
• GOOGLE LENS - Search what you see around you with your camera.
• GOOGLE TRANSLATE - Explore the web in 130+ languages. Translate entire sites in one click.

BROWSE WITH BEST-IN-CLASS SECURITY

• ENHANCED PROTECTION MODE - Browse confidently with the highest level of Chrome’s security.
• SAFETY CHECK - Get peace of mind with proactive safety alerts.
• GOOGLE PASSWORD MANAGER - Securely generate and save passwords for fast sign-in, and get alerts if your passwords are at risk.

ACCESS YOUR CHROME ACROSS DEVICES

• SYNC ACROSS DEVICES - Save your things (like bookmarks, tabs, and passwords) and easily access them when you sign in to Chrome on your phone, computer or tablet.
• TAB GROUPS - Create tab groups to stay organized across devices.
• AUTOFILL - Save time typing by autofilling your saved payments, addresses and passwords.

Feature availability varies by country and language. Compatibility varies. Check responses for accuracy.

Recent changes:
Thanks for choosing Chrome! This release includes stability and performance improvements.

Gmail

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 17:09:51 +0000

The official Gmail app brings the best of Gmail to your Android phone or tablet with enhanced security protections, multiple account support, and powerful search to find the details you need. Use the power of Google AI to help you write, organize, search, and clear your inbox even faster. Gmail is also available on Wear OS so you can stay productive and manage emails right from your wrist.

With the Gmail app you can:
• Find the details you need with summary cards at the top of your emails
• Unsubscribe from unwanted email senders in one place
• Search your inbox with relevant keywords or ask Gemini* to find specific details from your inbox or Google Drive files
• Use Gemini* as your AI powered writing assistant right from your inbox, with built-in features like ‘Help me write’ and contextual Smart Reply
• Switch between multiple accounts from different email providers
• Have peace of mind because Gmail automatically blocks more than 99.9% of spam, phishing, and malware from ever reaching your inbox
• Use the ‘Add to Calendar’ button to create Google Calendar invites instantly with Gemini*, right from your inbox
• Add a Gmail complication and tile on your Wear OS watch to get a quick overview of your emails

*Google AI Pro or Ultra plan and internet connection required. Language and country availability may vary. Check responses for accuracy. Learn more at https://one.google.com/about/google-ai-plans/

Gmail is part of Google Workspace. With a Workspace plan, you and your team can:
• Get Premium AI built in and use the latest Gemini features to boost your productivity in Gmail.
• Do your best work faster with access to the Gemini app, NotebookLM, and Gemini in Gmail, Docs, Sheets, and more. Collaborate in real time, from any device, across tools that are always up-to-date.
• Connect with coworkers via Google Meet or Chat, send invites in Google Calendar, add an action to your task list, and more without leaving Gmail.
• Stay safe with the most secure email for business. With AI-powered threat defenses, enterprise-grade security and privacy controls, and Google’s security-by-design cloud infrastructure, Gmail helps keep your data protected, confidential, and compliant.

Learn more about Google Workspace: https://workspace.google.com/products/gmail/

Follow us for more:
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/googleworkspace
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/googleworkspace
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/googleworkspace
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@googleworkspace
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@googleworkspace

Recent changes:
Stay on top of the work that matters with Gmail, part of Google Workspace. With secure email as the foundation, you can also chat, collaborate with a group in spaces or make voice or video calls - all in one place.

Google

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 16:37:39 +0000

Download the Google app to find quick answers, explore your interests, and ask anything on your mind in any way. Try AI in Google Search with AI Mode, Lens, Search Live, and more.

Feature highlights*:

• AI Mode: Get AI-powered responses to your toughest questions with AI Mode–talk, type, or snap a photo to get started, and ask follow-up questions to dig deeper. You’ll continue to see a range of helpful links so you can keep exploring across the web.
• Google Lens: See something you like? Snap a photo and discover where to shop for it, find related images, and more. Refine your camera searches by adding words – whether you want those shoes but in ‘blue’, or want to learn how to ‘repair’ that broken bit on your bicycle.
• Search Live: Have a live, real-time conversation in Search by using your voice and camera to easily get answers and on-screen links to the web when you need them.
• AI Overviews: Get a snapshot of key information about a topic or question, like ’how to fix a broken zipper’, with links so you can easily explore more on the web.
• Hum to Search: Can't remember the name of that song? Hum the tune and Google will help find it for you—no lyrics, artist name or perfect pitch required. You can also search for a song playing near you.
• Discover: Stay up-to-date on topics that matter to you. Get personalized news, articles, and videos based on your interests.
• Google Search Widget: Search faster from your home screen or lock screen, with easy shortcuts to AI Mode, Lens, and more.

Google Search, totally reimagined with AI

• Explore a new intelligent Search box that expands with your curiosity, offers AI powered suggestions and lets you search with text, videos and more.
• Bring your toughest questions to Search. With a more seamless Search experience, you can go from an AI Overview on the search results page to asking follow-up questions in AI Mode, with links to the web.
• Get help with planning, researching, brainstorming new ideas, and more with the latest Gemini models delivering frontier performance for agents and coding.
• Bring your ideas to life by transforming your photos in Lens or creating images in AI Mode with Nano Banana. Available in select languages and locations.

Search what you see with Google Lens:

• Use your camera to identify what you’re looking at. Identify plants and animals, translate text in real-time, find similar products to buy, and even solve math problems with step-by-step guides.
• Translate over 100 languages on things like road signs when you travel, menus, and more by pointing your camera at text.
• Reverse image search: Find the source, similar photos, and related information for any image.
• Get step-by-step homework help on math, physics and word problems, and testing your knowledge with Questions and Answers are now fully supported within the Google app.

Search safely and securely:

• All searches in the Google app are protected by encrypting the connection between your device and Google.
• Privacy controls are easy to find and use. Tap your profile picture to access your menu and delete recent search history from your account with one click.
• Search proactively filters webspam to help ensure that you see safe, high-quality results.

Learn more about what the Google app can do for you: https://search.google/

Privacy policy: https://www.google.com/policies/privacy

Your feedback helps us create products you'll love. Join a user research study here:
https://goo.gl/kKQn99

*Features may not be available in all countries.

Recent changes:
• With Nano Banana, you can bring your ideas to life by transforming your photos in Lens or creating images in AI Mode. Available in select languages and locations.
• Access AI Mode from the app home screen for AI-powered responses to your toughest questions
• Circle to search what you see on your phone without switching apps. Available on select premium Android smartphones in some languages and locations.

Google Messages

Wed, 12 Nov 2014 18:10:21 +0000

Google Messages is the official Google app for messaging. Google Messages is revolutionizing how a billion users connect and is powered by Rich Communication Services (RCS), the industry standard for texting that replaces SMS and MMS. With RCS, you can share high resolution photos and videos, enjoy dynamic group chats, and seamlessly connect with other RCS users including your iPhone friends.

• Rich Communication: Share high-quality photos and videos, see when friends are typing, and enjoy dynamic group chats that now seamlessly include your iPhone friends.
• Personal Touch: Make conversations uniquely yours with features like custom chat bubble colors or fun selfie gifs.
• Privacy Matters: Rest easy knowing your personal chats are protected with end-to-end encryption between Google Messages users, so no one (including Google and third parties) can read or view your messages and attachments except the person you’re messaging. Plus, enjoy advanced spam protection.
• AI-Powered Messaging: Craft the perfect message with Magic Compose suggestions and our latest AI features.
• Seamless Across Devices: Start a chat on your phone and continue it effortlessly on your tablet or computer. The app is also available on Wear OS.

Google Messages is more than just messaging; it's a richer, safer, and more expressive way to connect.

App is also available on Wear OS. Availability of RCS varies by region and carrier and a data plan may be required. Availability of features varies by market and device and sign up for beta testing may be required.

Recent changes:
• Bug fixes and stability improvements.

Google Meet

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 13:11:41 +0000

Google Meet offers secure, high-quality video calling for everyone. Whether you're catching up with family and friends or collaborating with your team, you can count on features like automatic light adjustment, noise cancellation, and real-time captions to ensure everyone can be seen and heard. Express yourself with fun effects, filters, reactions, and backgrounds. Premium features, like AI-powered note-taking and real-time speech-to-speech translation, can help everyone focus on the conversation and bridge language barriers.

Learn more about Google Meet: https://workspace.google.com/products/meet/

• Some features like AI-powered note-taking, speech translation, meeting recording, and noise cancellation are available as premium features. See https://workspace.google.com/pricing.html for more details.
• Live captions are not available in every language. See https://support.google.com/meet/answer/15077804 for more details.
• Speech translation is not available in every language. See https://support.google.com/meet/answer/16221730 for more details.
• Specific feature availability may vary based on device specifications.

Follow us for more:
X: https://x.com/googleworkspace
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/googleworkspace
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/googleworkspace/

Recent changes:
Premium features, like AI-powered note-taking and real-time speech-to-speech translation, can help everyone focus on the conversation and bridge language barriers.

Android Auto

Thu, 19 Mar 2015 20:10:46 +0000

Android Auto is your smart driving companion that helps you stay focused, connected, and entertained with the Google Assistant. With a simplified interface, large buttons, and powerful voice actions, Android Auto is designed to make it easier to use apps that you love from your phone while you’re on the road.

Just say “Ok Google” to...
• Route to your next destination using Google Maps or Waze with real-time GPS navigation and traffic alerts.
• Get updates on your route, ETA, and hazards in real-time.
• Have the Google Assistant check your calendar for you so you know where you need to be.
• Set reminders, get updates on the news, and check last night’s score.
• Avoid distractions while driving by setting a custom do not disturb message while driving.
• Make calls using Google Assistant and answer incoming calls with just a tap.
• Access your contacts folder and send and receive messages with the Google Assistant using SMS, Hangouts, WhatsApp, Skype, Telegram, WeChat, Kik, Google Allo, and many more messaging apps.
• Manage your infotainment system like never before. Listen to your favorite media apps including Spotify, Pandora, iHeartRadio, Google Play Music, Amazon Music, SiriusXM, TIDAL - High Fidelity Music Streaming, Napster Music, and Deezer. Many more music, radio, news, sports news, audiobook, and podcast apps are also supported.

The number of compatible apps is always growing! For a full list of compatible apps, go to http://g.co/androidauto

To use Android Auto, you’ll need a phone running Android 6.0 or higher and an active data connection.
Over 400 car models now support Android Auto! To find out if your car display is compatible and how to enable it, check your owner’s manual or contact your car’s manufacturer. Once enabled, use a high quality USB cable to connect your phone to your car, then launch Android Auto to get going!
Learn more about Android Auto and compatible cars at http://android.com/auto
For support: http://support.google.com/androidauto
Get help from our community: https://productforums.google.com/forum/#!forum/android-auto

Recent changes:
What's new?
• Bug fixes and other improvements.
• We want to hear from you! Join the conversation in our community https://g.co/androidautocommunity

Android Accessibility Suite

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 14:38:20 +0000

Android Accessibility Suite is a collection of accessibility apps that help you use your Android device eyes-free or with a switch device.

Android Accessibility Suite includes:
• Accessibility Menu: Use this large on-screen menu to lock your phone, control volume and brightness, take screenshots, and more.
• Select to Speak: Select items on your screen and hear them read aloud.
• TalkBack screen reader: Get spoken feedback, control your device with gestures, and type with the on-screen braille keyboard.

To get started:
1. Open your device's Settings app.
2. Select Accessibility.
3. Select Accessibility Menu, Select to Speak, or TalkBack.

Android Accessibility Suite requires Android 7 (Android N) or later. To use TalkBack for Wear, you'll need Wear OS 3.0 or later.

Permissions Notice
• Phone: Android Accessibility Suite observes the phone state so it can adapt announcements to your call status.
• Accessibility Service: Because this app is an accessibility service, it can observe your actions, retrieve window content, and observe text that you type.
• Notifications: When you allow this permission, TalkBack can notify you about updates.

Recent changes:
TalkBack 17.0
• More ways to customize your braille display
• A more reliable keyboard experience
• More reading control hints when navigating with a physical keyboard

Digital Wellbeing

Tue, 28 Aug 2018 04:40:43 +0000

See a complete picture of your digital habits and disconnect when you want to.

Get a daily view of your digital habits:
• How frequently you use different apps
• How many notifications you receive
• How often you check your phone or unlock your device

Disconnect when you want to:
• Daily app timers let you set limits for how much you use apps.
• Bedtime mode reminds you to switch off at night, setting a schedule to fade your screen to Grayscale while Do Not Disturb silences notifications for a good night’s sleep.
• Focus mode lets you pause distracting apps with a single tap so you can better focus your time. You can also set a schedule to turn on Focus mode automatically and reduce distractions while you’re at work, school, or home.

Get started:
• Look for Digital Wellbeing in your phone’s Settings menu

Have a question? Check out the Help Center: https://support.google.com/android/answer/9346420

Recent changes:
Several bug fixes and stability improvements.

Google Photos

Thu, 28 May 2015 20:12:02 +0000

Google Photos is the home for all your photos and videos. Easily store, edit, organize, and search your memories with the help of Google AI.

• 15 GB OF CLOUD STORAGE: Every Google account gets up to 15 GB of storage*, 3X more than many other cloud storage services. So you can back up and keep your memories safe automatically on all of your devices.

• AI-POWERED EDITING TOOLS: Make complex edits in just a few taps. Remove unwanted distractions with Magic Eraser. Improve out-of-focus blurry photos with Unblur. Enhance lighting and brightness with Portrait Light.

• SEARCH MADE SIMPLE: Your photos are easily searchable in a natural, descriptive way, like “Alice and me laughing,” “Kayaking on a lake surrounded by mountains” or “Emma painting in the backyard.”

• EASY ORGANIZATION: Google Photos helps declutter your gallery by automatically organizing duplicates and similar photos into photo stacks. It also offers smart, intuitive folders for screenshots, documents, custom albums and daily camera roll organization, making your gallery feel orderly and personalized. You can even save sensitive photos and videos to a locked folder protected by your device screen lock.

• RELIVE AND SHARE YOUR FAVORITE MEMORIES: Stroll down memory lane right in Google Photos. Share photos, videos, and albums with any of your contacts — even if they don't use Google Photos.

• YOUR MEMORIES ARE SAFE: Your photos and videos are safe and secure from the instant you store them, protected by our advanced security infrastructure while in storage or when you share them.

• ALL YOUR MEMORIES IN ONE PLACE: With backup on, you can easily transfer your photos from other apps, galleries and devices, so all of your content is in one place.

• FREE UP SPACE: Never worry about running out of space on your phone again. Photos that are backed up in Google Photos can be removed from your device’s storage in just a tap.

• PRINT YOUR FAVORITE MOMENTS:
From your phone, to your home. Turn your favorite memories into photo books, photo prints, canvas wall art and more. Price varies by product. Printing services available in the US, EU, UK, and CA only.

• GOOGLE LENS: Search what you see. This preview enables you to identify text and objects in your photos to learn more and take action.

Google Privacy Policy: https://google.com/intl/en_US/policies/privacy

* Google Account storage is shared across Google Photos, Gmail, and Google Drive. In some countries, every account gets 5 GB of storage with the option to unlock an additional 10 GB by adding a phone number.

Recent changes:
We are introducing a new storage management tool to help you easily manage the photos that count toward your storage quota. This tool will surface photos or videos you might want to delete — like blurry photos, screenshots and large videos.

Gboard - the Google Keyboard

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 00:28:23 +0000

Gboard has everything you love about Google Keyboard—speed and reliability, Glide Typing, voice typing, Handwriting, and more

Glide Typing — Type faster by sliding your finger from letter to letter

Voice typing — Easily dictate text on the go

Handwriting* — Write in cursive and printed letters

Emoji Search* — Find that emoji, faster

GIFs* — Search and share GIFs for the perfect reaction.

Multilingual typing — No more switching between languages manually. Gboard will autocorrect and suggest from any of your enabled languages.

Google Translate — Translate as you type in the keyboard

* Not supported on Android Go devices
Hundreds of language varieties, including:
Afrikaans, Amharic, Arabic, Assamese, Azerbaijani, Bavarian, Bengali, Bhojpuri, Burmese, Cebuano, Chhattisgarhi, Chinese (Mandarin, Cantonese, and others), Chittagonian, Czech, Deccan, Dutch, English, Filipino, French, German, Greek, Gujarati, Hausa, Hindi, Igbo, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Javanese, Kannada, Khmer, Korean, Kurdish, Magahi, Maithili, Malay, Malayalam, Marathi, Nepali, Northern Sotho, Odia, Pashto, Persian, Polish, Portuguese, Punjabi, Romanian, Russian, Saraiki, Sindhi, Sinhala, Somali, Southern Sotho, Spanish, Sundanese, Swahili, Tamil, Telugu, Thai, Tswana, Turkish, Ukrainian, Urdu, Uzbek, Vietnamese, Xhosa, Yoruba, Zulu, and many more! Visit https://goo.gl/fMQ85U for the full list of languages supported

Wear OS support: Everything you love about the Google Keyboard now available on your watch—speed and reliability, Glide Typing, Voice Typing, and more

Glide Typing — Type faster by sliding your finger from letter to letter

Voice Typing — Easily dictate text on the go

Emoji Typing — Find your favorite emojis on your wrist

All Wear OS languages supported, including:
Chinese (Mandarin, Cantonese, and others), Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Hindi, Indonesian, Italian, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Turkish, Vietnamese, and many more!

Pro tips:
• Gesture cursor control: Slide your finger across the space bar to move the cursor
• Gesture delete: Slide left from the delete key to quickly delete multiple words
• Make the number row always available (enable in Settings → Preferences → Number Row)
• Symbols hints: Show quick hints on your keys to access symbols with a long press (enable in Settings → Preferences → Long press for symbols)
• One handed mode: On large screen phones, pin keyboard to the left or the right of the screen
• Themes: Choose your own theme, with or without key borders

Recent changes:
• Create and share custom stickers quickly within Gboard. This feature is powered by Pixel Studio and is available on Pixel 9+ devices in English, Japanese, and German in selected countries.
• Download the beta version to give feedback on upcoming improvements https://goo.gl/8Ksj7x

Android System Intelligence

Fri, 09 Aug 2024 02:31:15 +0000

Android System Intelligence is a system component which powers intelligent features across Android, whilst keeping your data private:

• Live Caption, which automatically captions media playing on your Pixel.
• Screen Attention, which prevents the screen from turning off if you are looking at it, without having to touch it.
• Improved Copy and Paste that makes it easier to move text from one app to another.
• App Predictions in the launcher, which suggest the app you may need next.
• Smart Actions in Notifications, which adds action buttons to notifications which let you see directions to a place, track a package, add a contact and more.
• Smart Text Selection across the system, which makes it easier to select and act on text; for instance, you can long-click on an address to select it and tap to see directions to it.
• Linkifying of text in apps.

Android System Intelligence uses system permissions to provide smart predictions. For instance, it has permission to see your contacts so that it can show you suggestions to call a frequent contact. You can learn more about Android System Intelligence, the features it provides and how it uses and protects your data at g.co/device-personalization-privacy

Recent changes:
* Operating system improvements and capabilities.
* Bug fixes and various optimizations.

YouTube Music

Thu, 12 Nov 2015 18:11:20 +0000

Connecting you to the world of music:
● Music content including live performances, covers, remixes and music content you can’t find elsewhere
● Thousands of curated playlist across many genres and activities

Get personalized music, perfect for every moment:
● Personalized playlists and Mixes made just for you, built around your favorite types of music
● Personalized activity mixes for your Workout, Relax, and Focus sessions
● Create playlists with song suggestions or collaborate with other music fans to create the perfect playlist
● Personalized Library to see all of your liked and added songs, playlists, artists, and albums

Stay on top of the trend and discover new music:
● Check out curated for you mixes such Discover Mix and New Release Mix
● Discover music based genres (Hip Hop, Pop, Country, Dance & Electronic, Blues, Indie & Alternative, Jazz, Kpop, Latin, Rock, and more)
● Discover music based mood (Chill, Feel Good, Energy Booster, Sleep, Focus, Romance, Workout, Commute, Party)
● Explore top charts from all over the world

Enhanced your listening experience with unique features:
● Song lyrics so you can sing along to your favorites
● Switch seamlessly between audio and video
● Listen on your phone, desktop, smart speaker, smart TV, car, smart watch and within your favorite apps.
● Add a Tile on your Wear OS watch to quickly access your music.
● Compatible with Google Maps, Waze, Google Assistant, and more.

Upgrade to Music Premium (available in select countries) to enjoy:
● Listen to music ad-free
● Play music in the background
● Access your music downloads, including smart downloads
● Switch seamlessly between song audio and music videos, only with YouTube Music

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Only first-time YouTube Red, Music Premium, YouTube Premium and Google Play Music subscribers are eligible for free trials, introductory offers or promotional pricing.

Recent changes:
Change up your routine with the new Discover Mix, a personalized playlist with songs you’ll love based on what you listen to the most. With a new set of songs each Wednesday, there is always more to explore.

Contacts

Tue, 08 Dec 2015 04:02:49 +0000

Back up and sync your contacts across all your devices
• Keep your contacts safely backed up to your Google Account
• Access your contacts from anywhere you’re signed in, including your next phone
• Recover contacts deleted in the last 30 days from Trash

Keep your contacts organized and up to date
• View your contacts by account (such as work or personal)
• Easily add contacts and edit information like phone numbers, emails, and photos
• Get help merging duplicate contacts, adding useful details, and more

Connect with the people who matter most
• View highlights, like upcoming birthdays and anniversaries
• Add notifications so you never miss a special day
• Easily access contacts you recently added or viewed

Also available for Wear OS, including a favorite contacts tile, individual contact tile, and contact complication

Recent changes:
• Add a calling card for a contact to customize how you see them during calls in the Phone by Google app
• Google Material Design update