6 new features such as 'Reservation for sending messages' and 'Dark mode of Google Maps' are now available on Android



On February 23, 2021 local time, Google announced six new features to make Android safer and more convenient.

What's new on Android

https://www.android.com/google-features-on-android/

your-android-is-now-even-safer-and-5-other-new-features
https://blog.google/products/android/new-features-spring-2021/

Our all-new TalkBack screen reader
https://blog.google/products/android/all-new-talkback/

◆ 1: Integration of 'password checkup'
A password management system called ' Password Manager ' is installed as standard in your Google account, and this password manager has a function called ' Password Checkup ' that allows you to check the leakage status of saved passwords. Google has newly integrated this password checkup into Android 9 and later devices, and if the password entered in the app is leaked, a warning will be displayed to prompt you to change the password.



◆ 2: Send reservation function appears in 'Message'
A new 'send schedule' function that allows you to send a message at a specified date and time has been added to the official Android messaging app '

Messages '. You can set the reserved time by writing a message as usual and then pressing and holding the send button on the paper plane icon. This reservation sending function will be available on Android 7 and later devices.

Schedule send on Android: Write a message now, send it later --YouTube


◆ 3: Improvement of screen reader 'TalkBack'
The screen reader TalkBack, which provides voice reading and more for the visually impaired Android users, has been updated to make gestures more intuitive and a unified menu.

TalkBack on Android: More intuitive, flexible and responsive-YouTube


◆ 4: Addition of actions that 'Google Assistant' can perform when the screen is locked
Android Assistant AI 'Google Assistant' launched by 'OK Google' has been able to perform some functions such as adding calendars and reminders while the screen is locked. With a new update, Google plans to add actions that the Google Assistant can perform when the screen is locked to support features such as calling, sending messages, and playing music.



To enable the Google Assistant even when the screen is locked, tap 'Settings' → 'Google' → 'Account Services' → 'Search, Assistant and Voice' → 'Google Assistant' → 'Personalize', and then 'On the lock screen' You need to turn on 'Information based on your account'.



◆ 5: Dark mode of Google Maps
In Google Maps, 'Dark Mode', which is based on white characters on a black background and is easy on the eyes and consumes less battery, will appear. A new item called 'Theme' has been added to the settings, and Dark Mode is available from 'Always in Dark Theme'.



◆ 6: Improvement of 'Android Auto'
New wallpapers, voice games and trivia quizzes that can be enjoyed during traffic jams have been added to ' Android Auto ' that optimizes terminal operations for the inside of the car. In addition, a privacy function has been added when passengers do not want to see the display, and a function to display more shortcuts for vehicles with a wide display has been added.



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