Google introduces Find Hub updates and more AI tools in the March Pixel Drop

Source: Engadget

Find Hub Updates

• Real‑time location sharing: Users can now share their live location directly within Google Messages conversations.
• Luggage tracking: The Find Hub can send tracking information to airlines when luggage is lost. This feature works with 10 partner airlines and requires the missing item to have a Find Hub‑compatible tag or accessory.
• Privacy control: Sharing can be turned off at any time.

Personalized Calling Card

Android users can create a custom Calling Card that appears in Phone by Google. Choose a photo, font, and color to display your contact information to friends.

Google Play Shorts

The Google Play storefront will now include a feed of short‑form videos (Google Play Shorts) designed as a discovery tool for seeing apps and games in action.

March Pixel Drop Highlights

Circle to Search Enhancements

• Easier virtual try‑on of items.
• Simplified shopping for fashion from videos or social media posts.

Magic Cue Expansion

• In addition to its original functions, Magic Cue can now provide restaurant recommendations.

AI‑Generated Custom Icons

• Users can generate personalized home‑screen icons in six different styles.

Smartwatch Features

• New alerts when your phone is lost or left behind.
• Access to Express Pay.
• Safety alerts for earthquakes.
• Satellite SOS rollout to more users in Europe, Canada, Hawaii, and Alaska.

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