Google’s presence at CES 2022 is marked by the announcement of a panoply of new features coming to its products this year. In the coming months, the American company will focus its efforts on building a true ecosystem for its products.
In total, Google announced 13 features that aim to improve the experience of those who use products with the American seal. It is easier for you to connect wireless headsets, mirror apps and messages on PC or AirDrop-like system for files.
Google will facilitate the use of Bluetooth headsets on multiple devices
One of the main novelties that Google is now announcing is aimed at the niche market of Bluetooth wireless headphones. With the expansion of the Fast Pair functionality, the company wants to copy AirPods and their smooth transition between devices.
From now on, the Bluetooth headphones will be able to automatically connect with Android devices, Android TV and Google TV. This means that your headphones will know which device you are using and will automatically connect effortlessly, just like AirPods.
Imagine that you are watching a movie and you receive a call on your Android smartphone. With this feature, the movie will be paused and the headphones will automatically connect to your smartphone to answer the incoming call.
Google also intends to introduce similar functionality to AirPods Spatial Audio. This means that the sound will play depending on the position of your head, delivering a three-dimensional feel to the user.
Use your smartwatch to unlock your smartphone
With the introduction of Wear OS 3, everything is set for smartwatches to take a more active role in the Google ecosystem. In fact, it will soon be possible to unlock an Android smartphone or Chromebook from the wrist.
Therefore, the user will be able to draw their unlock pattern or enter the defined PIN on the screen of their Wear OS SmartWatch. A feature that will be available in the coming months.
Set up a Chromebook with an Android smartphone
For anyone who buys a Chromebook and owns an Android smartphone, the setup process for the former will be simpler than ever. During the setup process, simply turn on both devices to set some parameters.
This will automatically transfer data and credentials from your smartphone to your Chromebook. One less hassle when setting up your new computer.
Also in the Chromebook domain, it will be possible to duplicate on your PC some applications that you have installed on your smartphone. In addition, all photos and videos will be available on both platforms.
Android and Windows in closer cooperation
Google will strengthen its connection to Windows with a partnership signed with Acer, HP and Intel. Anyone who buys a computer from the first two will have an experience closer to that of a Mac and iPhone user.
This means that you can automatically sync messages and files between your smartphone and your PC. For the transfer of files, the “Share in proximity” functionality will be used, imitating the advantages of AirDrop.
Google will not ignore the automotive industry and announced news for this segment. In partnership with BMW, a digital key will be launched, just as Apple has already done. Volvo, on the other hand, will benefit from greater integration with the Google Assistant to be able to use it to start the car remotely.
The news that Google announced today will be available during the year 2022. Its implementation will be done through small software updates, but always depending on the adherence of its partners.