Google has unveiled seven new Android features aimed at enhancing daily life. These updates bring improvements to messaging, connectivity, emoji fun, smart home control, wearable payments, and digital car keys. Here’s what you can expect:
Edit Your Messages After They’re Sent
With the latest update to Google Messages, you can now edit RCS messages after they’ve been sent. Simply tap and hold a sent message to correct typos, add missing words, or clarify your meaning — up to 15 minutes after sending.
Effortlessly Share Hotspots and Switch Between Devices for Video Calls
Connecting your Android tablet or Chromebook to your phone’s hotspot is about to get simpler with instant hotspot. One tap is all it takes, eliminating the need to enter a password. Additionally, during a Google Meet call, you can seamlessly switch between connected devices by tapping the Cast icon, allowing you to move between your phone, tablet, or web browser without missing a beat.
Have a Ball This Festival Season with New Emoji Kitchen Combos
New Emoji Kitchen sticker combinations are coming soon to Gboard. Just in time for festival season, you can mix and match emojis like the disco ball and headphones to create fun stickers and share them with friends.
Control Google Home Devices from Your Home Screen
The new Google Home Favorites widget lets you manage your most-used smart devices directly from your phone’s home screen. Check room temperatures, turn off the lights, and more with a single tap. This widget is available to anyone who signs up for Public Preview.
Manage Your Favorite Smart Devices from Your Wear OS Watch
Customize your Wear OS smartwatch with the Google Home Favorites tile and complication, giving you quick access to control your smart home devices. From unlocking doors to dimming lights, you can manage everything with just a tap on your wrist.
Enjoy More Ways to Pay with Google Wallet on Your Wear OS Watch
Users in the U.S. and Germany can now make secure payments with PayPal on Google Wallet directly from their Wear OS watches. This feature lets you pay for everyday items like coffee without needing to reach for your phone.
Unlock Convenience with Digital Car Keys — Coming to More Vehicles
Digital car keys are now available on select MINI models and will soon be expanding to select Mercedes-Benz and Polestar vehicles. With digital keys, you can lock, unlock, and start your car using just your phone. You can also securely share digital keys with family and friends.
Google continues to deliver updates to enhance the Android experience. Learn more about these new features and other updates at android.com/updates.
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