Enhanced integration between Google, Android and Windows and Chromebook

Google announced new features for Android and Chromebooks on the 5th (US time) at the time of CES 2022. In addition to strengthening the integration between Android and Chromebooks and Wear OS smartwatches. We will develop "digital keys" for automobiles.

Easily "connect" your Android or Chromebook

Expanded the function of "Fast Pair" that makes it easy to connect Android smartphones and Bluetooth earphones, and expanded it to Chromebooks, wearable devices, TVs, smart home products, etc. Work with your partner.

First, within a few weeks, we will start working with Chromebooks and Fast Pair compatible headphones. The Chromebook will automatically detect when the headphones are turned on, and you will be able to pair with one click. In the second half of 2022, after purchasing a Chromebook, you can set it up immediately from your Android smartphone, and you will be able to access your Google account, Wi-Fi password, and more.

In the coming months, you'll be able to set up your headphones from your Google TV or Android TV-powered TV. Android has built-in support for Matter, which improves connectivity for smart home devices, and Fast Pair allows you to connect your Matter-enabled smart home device to the Google Home app with just a few taps. Become.

Unlock Chromebook from Wear OS

We will also strengthen unlocking cooperation on the Google platform.

At the moment, you can unlock your Chromebook on your Android phone, but within a few months, we'll introduce this feature to your paired Wear OS smartwatch. Instantly unlock and access your Chromebook and Android phone / tablet when you're nearby.

Enhanced support for digital car keys. You can lock, unlock, and start the corresponding BMW from a compatible Samsung or Pixel smartphone. From the latter half of 2022, smartphones equipped with UWB technology will be able to be used as car keys without taking out the smartphone. Later this year, more Android smartphones and cars will be compatible with digital car keys.

Nearby Share is compatible with Windows

"Near by Share," which allows you to easily send files between nearby Android devices, is also compatible with Windows PCs. It is an Android version of AirDrop-like function, and is currently supported by Android and Chromebook, but in cooperation with Acer, HP, Intel, etc., it is planned to support Near by Share on some Windows PCs in the latter half of 2022.