Explore What's New: Android’s Latest Features | Android (2024)

Give the gift 🛍 of new Emoji Kitchen sticker combinations. Remix your favorite emoji and share them with your friends as stickers via Gboard — for more ways to express yourself.

Works with compatible emoji. May require download.

It’s easier to access the shows you love, or find new favorites, with 10+ new free channels now available from Google TV. Explore new movie, sports, and game show channels, and over 100 other free channels without juggling additional subscriptions.

Free TV channels from Google TV are available in the U.S. only.

Now, when you react to a message, you’ll spark an animated emoji that brings your whole screen to life – so you can light up conversations 🥳 in new ways.

Animations need to be turned on in settings.

Set the mood in an instant by controlling light groups from your smartwatch. Instead of adjusting individual lights, save time by changing all the lights in a room for dinner, focus time, and everything in between.

Requires internet, Wi-Fi, and compatible smart home devices. Available on Wear OS 3+.

Make sure your smart home devices are doing what you need, when you need it. Now you can easily set your Google Home status to Home or Away from your wrist – so if you’re out, you know your cameras are on, doors are locked, and lights are switched off.

Requires internet, Wi-Fi, and compatible smart home devices. Available on Wear OS 3+.

With YouTube Create (beta), you can create content your followers will love – all from the palm of your hand. Edit videos, automatically add captions, clean up audio, and access royalty-free music and sound effects.

Available on Android 8+ and in select countries only. Requires at least 4GB of RAM.

Coming soon, get more done while on the go with Wear OS. Start a custom Assistant Routine for any time of day from your smartwatch. Try saying, “Hey Google, commuting to work” and you can navigate to work, check the weather, and more.

Android phone required for set up. Internet connection required. Rolling out soon to Wear OS 3+. Google Assistant is not available in certain languages and countries. Pre-set up is required.

Protect your device from new, malicious apps, wherever they come from. If you try to install an app from outside Google Play, Google Play Protect will offer a code-level scan to let you know if the app is potentially harmful or that it looks safe to install.

May not be available in all countries.

Find what you need in an emergency, fast. The Personal Safety app can help you easily connect to emergency services or loved ones when you need help by sharing your live location, recording your surroundings, or calling 911.

The Personal Safety app must be installed and features may need to be manually enabled. For certain features, you may need to turn on location services, permissions, cellular connectivity, and/or Wi-Fi. Available on Android 12+.

Stay productive when you’re out and about. With the new Gmail app for Wear OS, now you can read and respond to emails and manage your inbox from your smartwatch.

Android phone required for set up. Internet connection required. Available on Wear OS 3+.

It’s easier to stay organized on-the-go with the new Google Calendar app on your smartwatch. Now you can manage your schedule, and view and RSVP to events and appointments — right from your smartwatch.

Android phone required for set up. Internet connection required. Available on Wear OS 3+.

Phone calls and on-device media are now more accessible. New features in Live Caption bring more languages to captions, and the ability to reply during phone calls by texting a response that’s read aloud – making it possible to take calls without needing to hear them or respond with your voice.

Accuracy may vary. Available in select languages.

Images with missing or inaccurate alt text or captions are now more accessible to blind and low-vision communities. TalkBack uses AI to create image descriptions and reads them aloud — whether it’s a photo you just took, an image from apps or social media or picture messages from friends.

Description of images may vary. Available on Android 11+ and in English only.

Control your smart home devices, right from your wrist. With more controls of compatible devices, you can now turn on and dock smart appliances like vacuums, mops, and more.

Requires internet, Wi-Fi, and compatible smart home devices. Available on Wear OS 3+.

Give the gift 🛍 of new Emoji Kitchen sticker combinations. Remix your favorite emoji and share them with your friends as stickers via Gboard — for more ways to express yourself.

Works with compatible emoji. May require download.

Google Meet now offers noise cancellation during calls on more Android mobile devices, filtering out distracting background sounds while you talk.

See Google Meet Help for device requirements.

Unlock enhanced Google Photos editing features including Magic Eraser, a new HDR video effect and exclusive collage styles with a Google One membership.

Members of Google One get more editing features through Google Photos. Editing feature availability is subject to type of photo and device. Editing features are not currently supported on the web. See Benefit Requirements for more details.

Use Google Wallet and discover fun new tap-to-pay animations confirming your transactions.

Tap to pay available on devices using Android 6+.

Create notes and to-do lists on Google Keep with a simple tap on the new shortcuts available on your watch face.

Requires Google account, download and Wear OS 3+.

Tailor your smartwatch experience to your preferences and needs with new mono-audio sound and grayscale display settings.9 Just swipe down on your Home screen and tap Settings to get started.

Rolling out soon Wear OS 3+ devices.

Make some 📣 noise 📣 for your favorite team (just in time for March Madness 🏀) or express your spring colors 💐 🌼 —Emoji Kitchen lets you remix and mash up your favorite emoji and share them as stickers via Gboard.

Works with compatible emojis. May require download. Device must have Gboard installed to use Emoji Kitchen.

Easily increase text and content size on Chrome for Android by up to 300% according to your vision preferences and needs while still preserving the page layout. Turn it on in your Chrome accessibility settings.

Available on Android 7+.

Use any emoji as a reaction to messages and really express yourself.

Works on compatible devices.

Fast Pair connects new Bluetooth headphones to your Chromebook with just one tap. And if you’ve already set up your headphones with an Android phone, your Chromebook will automatically connect them too.

Android and Fast Pair compatible headphones only. Bluetooth must be on and in-range for both devices.

Personalize your phone or tablet home screen with entertainment suggestions from Google TV, stock tracking from Google Finance and curated daily headlines from Google News.

Google TV app only available in select countries. Requires being signed into a Google account.

Reading practice helps new readers improve vocabulary and comprehension skills using their Android phones and tablets with thousands of compatible children's ebooks available – including options at no charge.

Reading practice is available on the Google Play Books app 8.1+ on Android phones and tablets. Books may require download and purchase.

Emoji Kitchen lets you remix your favorite emoji into stickers for Gboard. Now you can take a bite 🦈 of new aquatic-themed 🐬 🐋 emoji combinations to bring even the most subtle conversations to life.

Works with compatible emoji. May require download.

Scan to see if your Gmail address has been leaked on the dark web and get guidance on how to protect yourself. Now available for most Google Accounts in the U.S.

Available to personal Google Accounts in the U.S. and excludes any supervised Google Accounts.

Press play right from your wrist with new tiles and watch face complications from Spotify. Stream episodes from your favorite podcasts and listen to what’s in your heavy rotation - all from your smartwatch!

Available on devices running Wear OS 2+.

Quickly see a pinned Google Keep note or to-do list on your watch without having to get out your phone.

Internet connection required. Available on devices running Wear OS 3+.

Commuters in Washington, D.C. and the San Francisco Bay Area can now import SmarTrip® and Clipper® cards to Google Wallet to tap and ride via smartwatch.

Available on Wear OS 2+. Requires phone with Android OS version 7.1+.

Turn on RCS in Messages by Google to message over Wi-Fi, share high resolution photos and videos, see typing indicators and read receipts and enhance security with end-to-end encryption.

Supported in Message conversations when RCS features are available and turned on.

Quickly detect and securely set up any Matter-enabled device from your Android phone or tablet. Android detects new, compatible smart home devices (from any brand) nearby and prompts you to easily connect.

Requires mobile phone or tablet running Android 8.1+, Google Account, Google Home app, Matter-enabled Google hub device, working Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Low Energy (4.2) or higher.

Image Q&A uses AI to generate image descriptions and answer follow-up questions that you can ask using your voice or typing. Use it on everything from images on social media to your photo gallery.

Available on Android 8+ and with at least 1GB+. Available in English in the U.S., U.K., and Canada. Results may vary depending on visual matches.

You can now hear your Fitbit or Google Fit data — like hours slept, sleep start time, and step count — in your personal Routines to help you stay on top of your wellness goals. Learn how to set it up

Sequences shortened and simulated. Available on Android 6+.

The AI-powered Assistant At a Glance widget intuitively surfaces helpful information on your home screen. Get high-precision weather alerts, dynamic travel updates, and upcoming event reminders.

Available on Android 9+.

Coming soon you will be able to stay connected from your car with Zoom and Webex by Cisco on Android Auto.

This feature is beginning to roll out and as part of that process it may not be available for all Android Auto users immediately at launch. Internet connection, phone with Android 11+ and a car compatible with Android Auto required.

With WhatsApp now available on your Wear OS smartwatch, you can securely send and receive messages, answer calls, and keep up with chats without having to get out your phone.

Android phone required for set up. Internet connection required. Available on Wear OS 3+.

Find new places, place information, and directions on your smartwatch.

Android phone required for set up. Internet connection required. Available on Wear OS 3+.

Easily send and receive voice messages on your Wear OS smartwatch.

Android phone required for set up. Internet connection required. Available on devices running Wear OS 2+.

Use effects to add some flair to the people or places in your frame.

Available on Android 6+.

All messages are now end-to-end encrypted, including group chats.

End-to-end encryption is available only when RCS is turned on in Messages by Google. Requires Android OS version 8+.

When Gmail detects you’ve received an email in a foreign language, you’ll be prompted to translate it to your preferred language, right from the mobile app.

Google account required.

Easily take calls on-the-go with a simplified mobile experience.

Google Meet is a trademark of Google LLC. Google account and internet connection required. The example shown is for illustrative purposes only and does not represent all possible scenarios.

Your Android device can now automatically detect and notify you of unfamiliar tracking devices (like Bluetooth tracker tags) moving with you, so you can take action to locate and disable them.

Detection works with compatible trackers. Location services and Bluetooth may need to be turned on. Requires cell service. Available on Android 6+ in all regions and languages that Android supports.

React faster with early earthquake alerts, available in 95+ countries.

Phone feature may not detect all events and is not a public warning system. Internet connection required. Alerts must be enabled. Notifications may be sent for earthquakes of 4.5 magnitude and above. For regional availability, visit the Help Center

Image captions in Lookout help make everyday tasks easier. Hear AI-generated captions for images in Google Lookout – now available globally in English.

Description of images may vary. Available on Android 6+ on devices with 1GB and above. Not available in China.

Add handwritten annotations to Google Docs from your Android phone or tablet – using just your finger or stylus. With a selection of markup tools to choose from, reviewing documents and providing feedback is fast, flexible, and easy.

While markups are viewable on any platform, users can only add markups on Google Docs when using an Android 8+ device. Latest app version is required.

Move your media seamlessly between devices with the output switcher. Go from your phone speaker to headphones, smart speakers, and more – for uninterrupted listening on Spotify and YouTube Music.

Available on Android 14+ devices. Cast devices must be on the same Wi-Fi network and are sold separately. Subscriptions may be required for access to certain listening experiences.

Navigate public transportation with ease – right from your wrist. Check transit directions and departure times for your bus, train, or ferry, and let your Wear OS smartwatch guide you effortlessly to your destination.

Directions and times present in available cities. Android phone required for set up. Internet connection required. Available on Wear OS 3+.

With Google Wallet passes on Wear OS, you can sync your phone’s digital wallet with your smartwatch and choose which passes to hide or display – now boarding passes, event tickets, gym memberships, loyalty cards and more are handy when you need them.

Android phone required for set up. Works with compatible passes. Available on Wear OS 3+. Available in all countries where Google Wallet is available.

It’s easier to stay in touch while focusing on the road. Android Auto can now summarize long text conversations and suggest relevant replies and actions you can take with a single tap – helping you navigate to an address, make a call, or share your ETA when someone asks for it.

Some features may not be available in all countries and may vary by car and/or device manufacturer. Internet connection may be required. Use features when safe to do so.

Exploring is now more accessible. With enhanced screen reader support for Lens in Maps, you can identify the places around you and hear their details read aloud, using your phone’s camera and Android’s TalkBack.

Requires an Android screen reader. Available in select Lens in Maps locations.

Express yourself better with photomoji – made from your own photos. With the magic of AI, you can turn any picture from your camera roll into a fun photomoji that you and your friends can use to react to messages or share as stickers.

Availability of features may vary by market and device. A data plan may be required.

Google Photos can now automatically identify and group similar photos taken close together into Photo Stacks and display the best one on top – keeping your gallery tidy.

Requires Google Photos app.

Need to switch devices mid-call? Coming soon, call casting will let you seamlessly transfer Google Meet calls between your Android phone or tablet, while instant hotspot gets your devices online with just a tap – no passwords required.

Available on Android 11+. Internet connection required. Devices must be within Bluetooth sharing distance. Availability may vary between devices. Instant hotspot is not available on Samsung devices.

Easily view and control your favorite smart home devices with the new Google Home Favorites widget. Access important devices from your smart home and adjust them to fit your needs. Use the widget to check the temperature at a glance, or turn off the lights before bed – all from your home screen.

Available on Android 12+ devices. Requires a compatible smart device and working internet and Wi-Fi. Users must sign up for Public Preview for Google Home app to access this feature.

Unlock convenience with digital car key – now available on select MINI models and expanding to select Mercedes-Benz and Polestar vehicles.¹ Easily lock, unlock, and start your car with just your phone, or securely share your digital car key with family and friends.²

1. Digital car key is only available for select vehicles in select markets and on Android 12+ devices. Devices must be within range of the vehicle to use.
2. Purchase of compatible vehicles and devices required. Sequences shortened and simulated.

Find My Device helps you locate your belongings (like your keys with a tracker tag) and devices (like your phone, tablet, and headphones) quickly and safely. And if they are offline or far away, use the Find My Device network to locate it for you — all while keeping your location data encrypted and private from Google.

Find My Device network requires location services and Bluetooth to be turned on. Requires cell service or internet connection. Works on Android 9+ and in certain countries for age-eligible users.

Say goodbye to the *asterisk. Next time you spot a typo, use the edit feature to correct your spelling, add missing words, or clarify what you mean. There’s a 15-minute window to edit your messages, whether it’s a group chat or one-on-one, simply tap and hold a sent message to start editing.

This is an RCS feature. RCS must be turned on in settings.

Enjoy more ways to pay with PayPal on Google Wallet for Wear OS watches. Whether it’s groceries, movie tickets, or public transit, make secure transactions without needing to pull your phone out of your pocket. Just double-click the crown of your watch or pull up Google Wallet from your list of apps.

Available in the US and Germany. Android phone required for set up. Internet connection required. Available on Wear OS 3+.

Access your everyday passes right from your phone. Simply scan the barcodes or QR codes of your passes with your device’s camera to store a secure, digital version of them in your Google Wallet. Carry digitized gym passes, library cards, and loyalty cards with you – ready whenever you need them.

Available in all countries where Google Wallet is available.

Google Wallet has added another layer of security with more verification for contactless payments.¹ Before making a payment, you’ll now be prompted to confirm your identity—either by PIN, pattern, thumbprint, or Face Unlock²—with the option to turn off verification for transit fares.

1. Available in all countries where Google Wallet is available.
2. Class 3 of Android biometric security required for Face Unlock.

Now, when you see words in another language on your screen, you can use Circle to Search to get help instantly. Whether it’s an image, video, or text, just long press the home button or navigation bar and tap the translate button to see instant translations, then get right back to what you’re doing.

Available on select devices. Internet connection required. Works on compatible apps and surfaces. Results may vary depending on visual matches.

Make your pictures shine with easy-to-use AI editing tools in Google Photos – now available to more Android users. Photo crasher ruining your best photo? Fix it with Magic Eraser. Selfie out of focus? Make it clearer with Photo Unblur. You can even reimagine photos with Gen AI using Magic Editor.

Available on Android 8+ with 3GB+ of RAM and Chromebook Plus with ChromeOS version 118+.Feature availability varies by device.

Replying to emails is faster and easier with Quick Reply in Gmail. Now, you can respond from the new text box at the bottom of your conversation without opening a new screen – ideal for emails that just need a simple answer. For longer responses, expand the text box for more options.

Availability may vary by country.

Get ready for festival season! New Emoji Kitchen stickers are rolling out soon like the disco ball and headphones 🪩+🎧. Whether you’re rocking out to hip hop, country, or jazz music, there are now more ways to express yourself. Remix your favorite emoji and share them with friends as stickers via Gboard.

Works with compatible emoji. May require download.

Stay protected from fast-emerging dangerous sites. Real-time Safe Browsing in Chrome helps provide live detection of newly published malicious sites that can leave you vulnerable to phishing attacks.

May help protect users against dangerous sites as compared to without using Safe Browsing. Google Play-enabled device required. Availability may vary by country.

Lock the doors, dim the lights, change the temperature, and more with the new Google Home Favorites tile and complication for Wear OS watches. The customizable icons are all in one convenient place on your watch face, making managing your home as easy as a tap on the wrist.

Requires Wear OS 3+, a Google Account, the latest version of the Google Home app on both your watch and phone, and working internet and Wi-Fi. Requires compatible smart devices.

Keep exploring with offline maps coming soon to your Wear OS watch.¹ When you download a map to your phone, you can also access it right from your watch² for more ways to navigate.

¹ Offline limitations: Available on Wear OS 3+. Maps must be pre-downloaded on your mobile device to access offline maps on a smartwatch. No transit, bicycling, or walking directions; No traffic info or alternate routes for driving directions. Navigation is not supported in Korea.
² Automatic downloads require the watch to be charging and connected to Wi-Fi. Manual downloads can be initiated from offline maps settings in the Google Maps app on your Wear OS watch.

Search music you hear in the moment—without switching apps. Hear a great song on social media or music playing from speakers near you? Simply long press your Home button or navigation bar and tap the music button to identify the track.

Sequences shortened and screen images simulated. Available on select devices. Internet connection required. Works on compatible apps and surfaces, and with ambient music only. Will not identify music coming through headphones or if phone volume is off. Results may vary depending on audio matches.

Pick up where you left off with your apps in one place. Collections is an immersive space where you’ll find recommended actions for your most-used apps based on how you use them.

Available in the US only. App subscriptions may be required. Terms and conditions apply.

Want to know the story behind a piece of art? Or how to play the yard game you just bought? Soon you’ll be able to get helpful AI Overviews and info through Lens, just point your camera and ask.

Results may vary depending on visual matches. AI Overviews and more vary by country and language. It may be dependent on your app and device settings. Rolling out soon to Android 6+ devices.

Before an earthquake hits, you can now receive a warning to seek safety. Available across all U.S. states and territories, the Android Earthquake Alert System uses crowdsourced earthquake detection to alert you sooner.

Available on Android 6+ devices. Phone feature may not detect all events and is not a public warning system. Internet connection required. Device Location and Alerts must be enabled. Notifications may be sent for earthquakes of 4.5 magnitude and above. For regional availability, visit the Help Center.

Whether it’s a photo of a barcode or a QR code in an email, Circle to Search lets you act on codes in the moment. Long-press the home button or navigation bar to surface the link.

Available on select devices. Internet connection required. Works on compatible apps and surfaces.

Detailed audio descriptions make the images on your device more accessible. Whether it’s social media, online product images, or your camera roll, TalkBack can bring digital images to life, powered by Gemini models.

Check responses for accuracy. Description of images may vary. Available on Android 11+, in English only and all devices except Samsung. Some image description features are only available for Pixel 9 series devices and only in English.

Whether you’re juggling tasks, or you prefer listening over reading, now you can hear text on webpages read aloud in Chrome. Personalize the experience further by choosing the speed, voice, and language.

Available in select languages.