Unpacking 7 features on the latest Samsung Galaxy devicesUnpacking 7 features on the latest Samsung Galaxy devicesDirector of Android Partner Engineering

Reading Time: 4 minutesToday at Galaxy Unpacked, Samsung unveiled the new Galaxy S22 series and Galaxy Tab S8 series and updates coming soon to the Galaxy Watch4 series. Together with Samsung, we’re introducing new features that help you communicate in new ways, get more done and stay entertained with your Galaxy devices. More ways to connect with live […]

CES 2022: Making the most of your drive with GoogleCES 2022: Making the most of your drive with GoogleProduct Director, Android for Cars

Reading Time: 4 minutesEditor’s note: Google planned to attend CES 2022 but pulled out of having an in-person presence due to concerns over COVID-19. Google’s vision of helpfulness on the road is to provide a safe and seamless connected experience. Today, we’re introducing several updates for cars compatible with Android Auto and cars with Google built-in. Your Android […]

Working with the WHO to power digital health appsWorking with the WHO to power digital health appsProduct ManagerSoftware Engineer

Reading Time: 3 minutesNearly 4 billion people around the world don’t have access to the essential healthcare services they need, like immunizations or pediatric care. Complicating matters, the World Health Organization (WHO) estimates a global shortage of 18 million healthcare workers by 2030 — primarily in low-and-middle income countries (LMICs). In many countries, healthcare workers use smartphone applications […]

Get festive this holiday season with new Android featuresGet festive this holiday season with new Android featuresInteraction Designer, Google Assistant

Reading Time: 5 minutesSpecial delivery! As we head into the busiest time of year, Android is becoming even more helpful with new features that make it a joy to create, capture, relive, and share holiday memories — all while strengthening security and personalization. Let’s take a look at what’s new. Keep your family on track this season with […]

Training the next generation of Android developersTraining the next generation of Android developersHead of Developer Inspiration & Inclusion

Reading Time: 3 minutesPictured left to right: Natalia Villalobos, Omoju Miller, Laura Markell and Kat Kuan In 2015, Developer Advocate Kat Kuan and I took a walk around the marshlands of Google’s Mountain View campus. We asked ourselves, “Why aren’t there more people of diverse backgrounds building apps for Android?” We noticed that the Android training content offered […]

A dozen things to love in Android 12A dozen things to love in Android 12VP of Engineering

Reading Time: 4 minutesAndroid 12, which starts rolling out on Pixel 3 and above today, delivers even more personal, safe and effortless experiences on your device. It features a totally reimagined and personalized user interface, new privacy features that are designed for your safety, and more seamless ways to get right into your gameplay or even switch to […]

The best of Google available on Samsung Galaxy foldablesThe best of Google available on Samsung Galaxy foldablesVice President, Platforms and Ecosystems Marketing

Reading Time: 4 minutesFrom split-screen multitasking with the power of Google Workspace apps to hands-free Duo calls in Flex mode, Google and Samsung continue to work together to create more helpful experiences on Android foldables. When we combine the helpfulness of Google’s apps and services with Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold3 5G and Galaxy Z Flip3 5G devices, a […]

Two new tools that make your phone even more accessibleTwo new tools that make your phone even more accessibleProduct Manager, Google ResearchProduct Manager, Central Accessibility Team

Reading Time: 4 minutesEvery day, people use voice commands, like “Hey Google,” or their hands to navigate their phones. However, that’s not always possible for people with severe motor and speech disabilities.  To make Android more accessible for everyone, we’re introducing two new tools that make it easier to control your phone and communicate using facial gestures: Camera […]

Upgrade your drive with Google as your copilotUpgrade your drive with Google as your copilotProduct Director, Google AssistantProduct Director, Android for Cars

Reading Time: 4 minutesDo you drive with your phone clipped to your air vent? Or does your car have the latest built-in infotainment system? No matter what kind of car you own, Google is ready to make your drive better.  We’re bringing updates to Google Assistant driving mode, Android Auto and cars with Google built-in (welcome Honda!) to […]

Highlights from the Google for Games Developer SummitHighlights from the Google for Games Developer SummitGoogle for Games

Reading Time: 2 minutesThis week, we hosted the Google for Games Developer Summit, a free digital event for game developers, publishers and advertisers to come together globally. Though we couldn’t meet in person, we’re grateful for the chance to share our latest solutions for developers to create immersive and memorable gaming experiences for players everywhere. All keynotes and […]

A new Android smartphone and 5G partnership with JioA new Android smartphone and 5G partnership with JioCEO of Google and Alphabet

Reading Time: 3 minutesEditor’s note: Today, we announced the next steps in our partnership with Jio Platforms, including a new, affordable Jio smartphone built with an optimized version of Android OS and a new 5G collaboration powered by Google Cloud. The following is adapted from remarks delivered by Sundar Pichai, CEO of Google and Alphabet, at Reliance Industries’ […]

6 new features on Android this summer6 new features on Android this summerProgram Manager, Android

Reading Time: 4 minutesFrom keeping your account password safe to scheduling text messages to send at the right moment, we’re constantly rolling out new updates to the 3 billion active Android devices around the world. Today, we’re welcoming summer with six updates for your Android that focus on safety  — so you’re protected at every turn. 1. Android […]

Android 12 Beta: Designed for youAndroid 12 Beta: Designed for youVP of Product Management

Reading Time: 5 minutesFrom the beginning, Android has always been about personalization and allowing you to select the device, service and experience that’s right for you. By providing an open ecosystem that gives you choice, Android has grown to more than 3 billion active devices around the world. Android 12 builds on everything you love about Android, and […]

Helping all your devices work better togetherHelping all your devices work better togetherVP of Engineering, Android

Reading Time: 4 minutesPhones are at the center of our digital lives. When purchasing a phone these days, we’re buying not only a phone, but also an entire ecosystem of devices that are all expected to work together — such as TVs, laptops, cars and wearables like smartwatches or fitness trackers. In North America, the average person now has around […]