Generative AI was a big talking point at the Google I/O conference yesterday, and Android 14 is getting several new AI-powered customization features.
Generative AI wallpapers are probably the coolest customization option in Android 14. You will be given a prompt within the wallpaper settings menu where you can choose a theme and style for the wallpaper by typing it in and then diffusion from text Google image template will create several unique wallpapers for you to enjoy. Generative AI wallpapers will be available as a Pixel-exclusive feature starting next month.
Generative AI wallpapers
Even the native Google Messages app is getting Generative AI optimization with Magic Compose. The feature will offer AI-suggested replies based on your conversations which can be triggered by a new option next to the emoji menu in the message type box. You’ll be able to select a writing style ranging from emotional to Shakespearean and fine-tune your message to sound concise and professional for formal occasions.
Magic Compose in action
Google will expand the customization options for the lock screen with new fonts, colors, clock sizes and design options. Users will also be able to modify the two context menus in the corner to better suit their needs.
New lock screen customization options
Android 14 also offers emoji and cinematic wallpaper options. You can now select up to 14 emojis and browse different designs, colors and size layouts. The home and lock screen wallpapers are also interactive to touches on the home screen. Cinematic Wallpaper that lets you select photos from your library and then adds a parallax effect to make them look three-dimensional as you tilt your device.
Movie emojis and wallpapers
Find My Device is getting a big overhaul in Android 14 with support for a wider range of devices from different manufacturers even when I’m offline via Bluetooth proximity. These include wireless accessories such as headphones, watches and trackers as well as tablets and other devices. Find My Device will also recognize if a nearby location tracker is moving next to you and help you locate it.
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