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Android just got smarter with Google unpacking and comes with new features this time based on AI for all Android devices running on version 15. It is not unique to Pixel phones but made available to all devices that are running Android 15 so that advanced AI tools are outreached. In this blog, we are going to explore these new AI features of Android 15, what they do, and what makes them special.
1. Expressive Captions
The Expressive Captions feature greatly improves the manner in which users engage with audio-visual content by providing more than merely the spoken text but also the loudness, and emotions of the speaker. Whether the interaction is performed in a whisper, a cheer or a groan – this feature stands to transcribe those audio responses.
It works seamlessly across most apps and platforms, including:
- Livestreams on social media.
- Video reels on Google Photos.
- Video messages from friends and family.
One of the strongest USPs is its performance capability when directly connected to the internet and real-time caption even when the device is offline.
2. Image Q&A in Lookout
The Lookout Image Q&A feature serves blind and low-vision users by providing detailed descriptions of the image with the help of Google’s Gemini 1.5 Pro AI model.
How it works:
- Take or share a picture through the Lookout application.
- The system will provide long descriptive texts that more naturally describe the features within the image.
- You have to start with general questions to make a great starter, then ask some specific questions concerning the image.
This feature is now available globally; its goal is to increase the availability of Visual Materials.
3. Emoji Kitchen
Emoji Kitchen lets you cook up unique, new emojis by choosing two existing ones. For instance, combining a pizza symbol and a heart symbol generates a new sticker, which consists of both shapes. This feature makes conversations look a bit more creative and it operates right from the keyboard. It’s similar to Apple’s Genmoji but Emoji Kitchen is already available on Android for 15 devices.
4. QR Codes in Quick Share
The new QR Code in Quick Share feature to share files, images or videos has never been easier. This functionality does not require such complicated settings of the application or the adding of contacts one by one.
Here’s how it works:
- Choose the file that you would like to share with other people.
- Tap the QR code option.
- The recipient is allowed to capture the code through the phone for an instant, secure transfer.
This feature is most beneficial to quickly and easily transfer files from one user to another.
5. Auto Enhancement in Google Drive
If you scanned, say, a document recently, you will be happy to learn that Google Drive now auto-enhances scans to make them clearer and more professional.
Benefits include:
- Brightness, contrast, and better white balance.
- Reduced shadows and blurring.
- Clear print for receipts, ID cards, and documents.
You do not have to take a picture of the document and edit it to get a clean version as Google Drive will give you a clear picture even from a photograph.
6. Gemini Extensions
Extensions being offered by Google’s Gemini AI that link with apps and services that people frequently use will now come with innovative features.
Key capabilities include:
- Building control of music and browsing playlists through Spotify.
- Calling and texting feature default phone and or messaging applications.
- Most common tasks like setting an alarm on the device or managing the cameras installed on the device.
- In the near future, Gemini will enable users to command smart home appliances and offer precise location of points of interest on Google Maps.
It also enhances the Android ecosystem by making it smarter and more easily connected.
Exclusive AI Features for Pixel Phones
While most features are available to all Android 15 devices, Pixel users receive some exclusive perks:
- Enhanced Screenshots App: Duplicates screenshots taken and saved and also works with Circle to Search, which offers suggestions about saved results.
- Emoji Kitchen on Gboard: Enables Pixel users to design their own emoji icons right on their keyboard type.
- Advanced Call Screening: Includes contextual conversations, always a help in call management.
Availability of Features
Initially, these features were launched for Google Pixel phones and some Android 15-based smartphones. These tools are currently available to Windows Insiders and the broader public should see them as updates drop to all compatible devices in several weeks.
Why These Features Matter
Android 15 is the newest edition, equipped with AI tools and it only underlines Google’s dedication to empowering technology and making it easier for everyone. Whether it is using Google Docs to make them better compatible with the visually impaired, to reduce the manner in which files are shared, or to mention the new features such as Emoji Kitchen, these are valuable functions for the more challenged users. Google does an excellent job of maintaining the Android operating system as a modern open platform optimized for both implementing new relevant ideas and offering users comfortable digital interactions.
Final Talk
AI features in Android 15 are delivered brilliantly: new features launched are making smartphones smarter and more focused on users. These solutions range from live captioning to better document scans for improving general workflows and applications’ usability. This means whether you’re a Pixel phone or any other Android 15 device owner, you have much to look forward to once these new features are released. For further updates on the developments that Google offers to enhance the mobile experience, keep reading our posts.
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