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What’s new on Android.

Discover new apps with bite-sized videos in Google Play, create custom soundtracks in Gemini, and share your real-time location without leaving Google Messages. Explore these helpful updates for your devices.

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The magic of AI.

From creating custom soundtracks in Gemini to hearing live translations in your headphones, Google AI is re-imagining what’s possible and bringing magic to more of your devices.

The magic of AI.

From creating custom soundtracks in Gemini to hearing live translations in your headphones, Google AI is re-imagining what’s possible and bringing magic to more of your devices.
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    Gemini

    Create a custom soundtrack.

    Whether you want to create a quick jingle or instrumental study beats, just describe your vibe, add a photo if you’d like, or start with a template, and Gemini will turn your idea into a unique, high-quality track – no music skills needed.1
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    Google Translate

    Hear translations in real time.

    Hear real-time translations in your headphones. Live Translate automatically detects 70+ languages and delivers translations that preserve the speaker’s tone and cadence.2

Superpower your everyday.

Discover new apps with bite-sized previews, design your own Calling Card for outgoing calls, and more. Explore new features that make everyday moments better.

Superpower your everyday.

Discover new apps with bite-sized previews, design your own Calling Card for outgoing calls, and more. Explore new features that make everyday moments better.
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Phone by Google

Customize your outgoing Calling Card.

Your call, your style. With a custom Calling Card, you design how you appear on the other end, choosing your favorite photo, color, and font. Available now on Android phones and coming soon to Wear OS.3
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    Google Play

    Discover new apps with bite-sized videos.

    Coming soon, see apps in action before you tap download. Google Play is simplifying app discovery, you’ll be able to scroll through bite-sized videos that show how an app works and what it offers.4
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    Google Play

    Share and get tips from players.

    Find and share gaming tips in a community of players – right in Google Play. Whether you’re trying to beat a tricky level or hunt for Easter eggs, go to a game’s detail page to get the answers.5
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Google Messages

Mention friends to get their attention.

Grab your friends’ attention in the group chat. Mention them so they get a notification – even in muted chats. Start typing a name to see suggestions on who to tag. And when you're mentioned, you'll get a notification back.6
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    Google Account

    A friend can help recover your account.

    Get back into your Google Account with help from a friend. Adding people you trust gives you a simpler, more secure recovery option for your Google Account if you're ever locked out.
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    Gboard

    Express yourself with new sticker combos.

    Brighten someone’s day with new Emoji Kitchen stickers 🧀 + 🌹. Browse the latest in Gboard and remix your own combinations to find the right mix to match your mood.7

Stay connected.

From sharing your location mid-chat to watching Apple TV on your big screen, check out the features making it easier to stay connected.

Stay connected.

From sharing your location mid-chat to watching Apple TV on your big screen, check out the features making it easier to stay connected.
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Find Hub

Find a lost bag by sharing its location.

Recover lost luggage with help from Find Hub. If your bag goes missing, securely share the tracker tag’s location with your airline so they can help recover it for you.8
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    Google Messages

    Find friends without leaving the chat.

    Share real-time locations directly in Google Messages to see each other on a live map view. You can share your location for as long as you need, helping to take the guesswork out of meeting up.9
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    Android Auto

    Keep kids entertained while parked.

    The new kid-friendly lineup offers a fun and educational play experience right on your dashboard. With games catered for ages 3-12, children can learn and play with games like Disney Coloring World, LetraKid: Writing ABC for Kids, Draw a Stickman: EPIC 3, and more.10
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Google Cast

Cast Apple TV from your Android device to a TV.

Watch your favorite Apple TV shows and movies on your big screen. Just tap the Cast icon in the Apple TV app to send content from your Android phone to a compatible TV or device.11

See the new features in action.

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Android 16

AI-powered notification tools, even more advanced customization, and stronger parental controls.

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Android 16

AI-powered notification tools, even more advanced customization, and stronger parental controls.

Read more.
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    Android 16 Notification summaries and organizer

    Find notification details faster.

    Android 16 summarizes longer conversations. Lengthy texts across chat apps are now easily recapped in your notification shade. And lower priority notifications can be silenced and grouped to avoid disruption.
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    Android 16 Powerful customization

    Customize your icons and more.

    Android 16 gives you the ability to change icon shapes on your homescreen and apply a monochrome theme across all your app icons for a minimalist look. We’re also expanding dark theme across more apps.
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    Android 16 Connected displays (in Beta)

    Size up your small screen

    Share your screen with friends or co-workers or boost your productivity by connecting your phones, foldables, and tablets to external monitors.
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    Android 16 Parental controls

    Built-in supervision options

    Find “Parental Controls” in Android Settings. Easily set daily screen time, app limits, and web filters, with a path to Family Link for more robust tools. A quick PIN setup locks in settings, ensuring they stay the way you set them.15

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    Create your own unique Android bot.

    Enter your Android era. All you need is a selfie or text prompt and let Google AI handle the rest.*

    1Limits apply. Compatibility varies. 18+. Create responsibly.
    2Available in the Translate app on Android devices, and in select languages.
    3Requires Android 11+. Only available between two Android devices when both have Phone by Google set as their primary calling app.
    4Available on select Android mobile devices.
    5Requires Android 12+. Available in select languages.
    6Availability of RCS varies by region and carrier. RCS must be enabled for all group chat members.
    7Works with compatible emoji. May require download.
    8Availability varies by airline participation, airport, and region. Internet and Google Account required. Sharing location must be initiated by the user and can be turned off at any time. Shared links expire when the tag is reunited with the user or after 7 days.
    9Requires Android 14+. RCS must be enabled. Availability of RCS varies by region and carrier. Available in select languages.
    10Requires Android 15+. Features may differ depending on subscription, and results may vary. Some connected apps require setup. Compatibility and availability varies. Sequences may be shortened and simulated.
    11Requires Android 10+. Google Cast requires a compatible Cast-enabled TV or device and an internet connection. Subscription required to access certain content. App and content availability varies.

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