Sept. 2026 Android Drop: Find Hub ‘Remembered’ list, Motion Assist, & Keep in Google Messages
Google today is rolling out the September 2026 Android Drop with a number of major features. more…
On September 2026, Google unveiled its latest Android Drop update, introducing several new features. Find Hub and Gemini can now keep track of objects without associated tag tags. Users can instruct Gemini to remember the location of essential items. For instance, saying "Hey Google, remember in Find Hub that I put my passport in my bedroom drawer" will add the item to a new "Remembered" tab in the Find Hub app. The location can be retrieved through a voice command. This update is available on Android 16 and above.
Motion Assist, another new feature, is set to debut on Android 17. It aims to alleviate motion sickness by providing a subtle bubble overlay on the screen that synchronizes with the ride's movement. Users can personalize the overlay's color, shape, and opacity. An automatic activation feature is also available, which turns on Motion Assist when the device detects movement in a car, bus, or train.
A Quick Settings Tile shortcut is also included for easy access. Additionally, Motion Assist can change color and shape periodically for added customization.
Gemini Live is introducing a new feature called Guided Vision, which offers verbal descriptions of objects in the user's immediate surroundings. This feature can assist with tasks such as reading fine print on food labels, ordering from a menu in a dimly lit restaurant, or locating household items. Voice feedback will guide the user to adjust their camera positioning, pan across a space, or center an object to obtain accurate results.
Guided Vision can be accessed via an Accessibility shortcut or the TalkBack menu. It is set to roll out on Android 9 and above in countries where Gemini is available.
Lastly, Google Messages is integrating with Google Keep, allowing users to seamlessly share and update collaborative lists directly within their chat. A "Create list" suggestion and a 'plus' menu shortcut will enable users to quickly start a new list. Upon completion, the list will appear inline as a shared note, facilitating real-time communication and organization. This integration starts rolling out today. For further updates, viewers can check out 9to5Google on YouTube.
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