Dec. 6 (Portaltic/EP) –
Google has implemented new features powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Android devicesamong which allows you to create audio subtitles and transfer multimedia files and documents using QR codes, among others exclusive news for Pixel devices.
In addition to the extensions for Gemini recently launched, which connect the device’s applications and services with Gemini’s AI to carry out actions such as calling and sending messages to contacts, as well as setting alarms or controlling device and camera settings, the technology company has launched other new features hand in hand with his latest android update.
Specifically, continuing with Gemini, Google has announced that users will be able to have audio subtitles capable of “capturing intensity and emotion.” Likewise, they will also be able to use AI to generate improved image descriptions.
The latter is due to the fact that, as the technology company explained in a statement on his blogthe function Questions and Answers about Lookout Images, Designed for people who are blind or have low vision, it will be powered by the Gemini 1.5 Pro model, capable of providing image descriptions “even more complete and useful” compared to previous versions.
Thus, simply share a photo with the Gemini application to “hear the description out loud in natural sound.” Additionally, after listening to the description, users will be able to do follow up questions to better understand the image in question.
On the other hand, Android has also included a new function of fusion of ’emojis’ on Gboard, which allows two ’emojis’ to be put together to create a new personalized one and improve communication between users. Additionally, also on Gboard, users will be able to test out improvements to the Clearflow swipe typing keyboard, which now offers greater speed and accuracy.
Google has also added a new option to share documents, photos and videos with other users. As you have detailed, through the application Quick Shareusers will be able to transfer content through QR codes.
This is a function that tries to facilitate the way of sharing multimedia files and documents with more people, since it will be enough to select the file in question and, when pressing the share option, choose the transfer icon with QR code, so that other users can scan it and download the content safely. In addition, it will not be necessary to add users as a contact or verify devices.
Finally, Google has also improved the option to scan documents in the Google Drive applicationwhich will now display the scanned files more clear and with higher quality. As you have pointed out, the scan will be optimized to improve contrast and white balance, as well as to eliminate shadows and blurs, without the need to edit them manually.
Thus, the latest news for Android devices, along with the Gemini extensions, are now available to all users globally.
NEWS IN PIXEL
Google has also launched its latest Pixel Drop update, which includes several exclusive new features for Pixel smartphones, tablets and smartwatches, in addition to the already mentioned Android news.
Specifically, with Pixel smartphones, users will be able to share content on social networks in a simpler way. As the technology company shared in a statement on its blog, they can now be shared Ultra HDR photos from the gallery with “all its intensity, greater contrast and more details”, directly in the ‘feed’ of instagram.
Likewise, when sharing photos and videos on snapchatusers will be able to access multimedia files more directly, since all folders, favorite content and photos stored in the cloud will be displayed from the photo picker.
As was recently learned, Google has also launched the Clear Voice feature in the Recorder app, which automatically reduces background noise and distractions for higher quality sound.
Pixel smartphones have also been updated to offer a simplified experience when using the device, thanks to the Simple View function. Specifically, this option increases the font size and touch sensitivity of the phone, allowing you to view and use the smartphone’s services more easily.
Likewise, a new security function called Identity Verification. With it, when the Pixel device registers that it is in a new unknown location, it will request authentication with facial identification or fingerprint, before allowing changes to be made to any sensitive settings on the smartphone.
This function has been designed to reinforce the protection of the device in situations of attempted theftto prevent passwords from being accessed, change the PIN or disable anti-theft protections.
As for the Pixel tabletsthe company has indicated that users You can now use the integrated VPN and free from Google, which was previously only available on Pixel phones.
Among the news for the PixelWatchGoogle has announced that users will be able to receive notifications from Nest Cam or Nest Doorbell devices to see who is knocking at the door from the watch, as well as talk to the person in question from your wrist. This feature is available from the Pixel Watch 2 model.
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