Reading Time: 2 minutes Editor’s note: Today is Global Accessibility Awareness Day, and we’ll be sharing more on how we’re partnering with people with disabilitiesand what we’re doing to make education more accessible.The heart of our mission at Google is making the world’s information truly accessible. But the reality is we can only realize this mission with the help…… Continue reading Making Android more accessible for braille usersMaking Android more accessible for braille usersAccessibility Analyst
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Get more done across devices with AndroidGet more done across devices with AndroidGroup Product Manager, Multi-Device Experiences
Reading Time: 4 minutes Adding technology to your life should make every day a little easier. But that only happens if the devices are able to anticipate your needs and move smoothly from one activity to the next throughout the day. We’ve been hard at work building on our efforts to bring you even more simple and helpful ways…… Continue reading Get more done across devices with AndroidGet more done across devices with AndroidGroup Product Manager, Multi-Device Experiences
New ways to stay connected and entertained in your carNew ways to stay connected and entertained in your carSenior Product Manager
Reading Time: 3 minutes Our work in cars has always been guided by our goal to help make your driving experience easier and safer. Today, we’re introducing several updates for cars compatible with Android Auto and cars with Google built-in to help you stay connected and entertained while enhancing your experience on the road.A brand-new look for Android AutoSince…… Continue reading New ways to stay connected and entertained in your carNew ways to stay connected and entertained in your carSenior Product Manager
Living in a multi-device world with AndroidLiving in a multi-device world with AndroidVP of Product Management
Reading Time: 6 minutes Android has grown into the most popular OS in the world, delivering access, connectivity and information to people everywhere on their smartphones. There are over three billion active monthly Android devices around the world, and in the last year alone, more than a billion new Android phones have been activated. While the phone is still…… Continue reading Living in a multi-device world with AndroidLiving in a multi-device world with AndroidVP of Product Management
What’s beta than Android 13?What’s beta than Android 13?VP of Engineering, Android
Reading Time: 4 minutes Every year and with every release, we make Android better based on your feedback. With Android 13, we’re continuing to improve the quality and performance of the platform while building on many areas that matter most to you, like privacy and security, personalization and large-screen devices.Today, we’re sharing more about Android 13 and releasing the…… Continue reading What’s beta than Android 13?What’s beta than Android 13?VP of Engineering, Android
Ask a Techspert: How do digital wallets work?Ask a Techspert: How do digital wallets work?Contributor
Reading Time: 5 minutes In recent months, you may have gone out to dinner only to realize you left your COVID vaccine card at home. Luckily, the host is OK with the photo of it on your phone. In this case, it’s acceptable to show someone a picture of a card, but for other things it isn’t — an…… Continue reading Ask a Techspert: How do digital wallets work?Ask a Techspert: How do digital wallets work?Contributor
Make connections that Matter in Google HomeMake connections that Matter in Google HomeSenior Director, Google Home Ecosystem
Reading Time: 3 minutes We’re entering a new era of the smart home built on openness and collaboration — one where you should have no problem using devices from different smart home brands to turn on your lights, warm up your living room and set your morning alarm. All of them should work together in harmony.Matter, the new smart…… Continue reading Make connections that Matter in Google HomeMake connections that Matter in Google HomeSenior Director, Google Home Ecosystem
Buckle up: McLaren has a new Android and Chrome F1 race carBuckle up: McLaren has a new Android and Chrome F1 race carVP of Marketing, Google
Reading Time: 2 minutes At this weekend’s Miami Grand Prix, I’ll be cheering on two of my favorite Formula 1 drivers — Lando Norris and Daniel Ricciardo — as they race around the track in McLaren Formula 1 cars fashioned with Android-inspired engine covers and slick, Chrome-inspired wheel covers.Earlier this year, Google became an Official Partner of the McLaren…… Continue reading Buckle up: McLaren has a new Android and Chrome F1 race carBuckle up: McLaren has a new Android and Chrome F1 race carVP of Marketing, Google
Get more information about your apps in Google PlayGet more information about your apps in Google PlayVice President, Product, Android Security and Privacy
Reading Time: 2 minutes We work hard to keep Google Play a safe, trusted space for people to enjoy the latest Android apps. Today, we’re launching a new feature, the Data safety section, where developers will be required to give people more information about how apps collect, share and secure users’ data. Users will start seeing the Data safety…… Continue reading Get more information about your apps in Google PlayGet more information about your apps in Google PlayVice President, Product, Android Security and Privacy
Ask a Techspert: What’s that weird box next to my emoji?Ask a Techspert: What’s that weird box next to my emoji?Contributor
Reading Time: 5 minutes A few months ago, I received a message from a friend that, I have to confess, made absolutely no sense. Rows of emoji followed by different boxes — like this — appeared…so I sent back a simple “huh?” Apparently she’d sent me a string of emoji that were meant to tell me about her…… Continue reading Ask a Techspert: What’s that weird box next to my emoji?Ask a Techspert: What’s that weird box next to my emoji?Contributor
Top news from the Google for Games Developer SummitTop news from the Google for Games Developer SummitGoogle for Games
Reading Time: 2 minutes This week, we hosted the Google for Games Developer Summit, a free digital event for developers, publishers and advertisers to discuss what’s new in games. And with over three billion global players across platforms, there was plenty of ground to cover. From Android Game Development Kit updates to the new Immersive Stream for Games, we…… Continue reading Top news from the Google for Games Developer SummitTop news from the Google for Games Developer SummitGoogle for Games
New Android features for messaging, entertainment and moreNew Android features for messaging, entertainment and moreProduct Manager
Reading Time: 6 minutes The Android team has been busy working on a suite of updates that add new dimensions to the apps you already love. From huge updates to messaging (including more connection with your iPhone friends) to powerful photo editing tools and even smarter ways to pay for parking, these upgrades bring more helpful technology to messaging,…… Continue reading New Android features for messaging, entertainment and moreNew Android features for messaging, entertainment and moreProduct Manager
Less to stress and more to love with Messages by GoogleLess to stress and more to love with Messages by GoogleGroup Product Manager
Reading Time: 3 minutes Messaging is how we stay in touch with friends, keep up with family, and get things done. But it’s not always as easy as it should be. Conversations with friends on other platforms can be unnecessarily challenging. Important messages slip through the cracks because of cluttered inboxes. And sometimes we forget entirely to reach out…… Continue reading Less to stress and more to love with Messages by GoogleLess to stress and more to love with Messages by GoogleGroup Product Manager
12L: A new look for Android’s larger screens12L: A new look for Android’s larger screensVP of Engineering, Android
Reading Time: 2 minutes Tablets and foldables are my favorite devices for content and productivity. The large, portable screens are easy on the eyes and the perfect way to watch a movie, answer emails or video chat.On tablets, we introduced Kids Space and Entertainment Space for the whole family to watch content, and spotlighted apps to stay connected, entertained…… Continue reading 12L: A new look for Android’s larger screens12L: A new look for Android’s larger screensVP of Engineering, Android