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APK Insight Overview: This article decrypts the latest app version uploaded to Google Play. Decoding the APK files suggests potential features that may be added in the future. However, it's worth noting that Google may or may not implement these features in the future.
At the 2018 I/O event, Google detailed how users won't have to repeat the 'Hey Google' keyword every time they make queries. Instead, Google Home will listen for a few seconds and provide a response, allowing users to ask follow-up questions. Regarding security, Google notes that 'questions unanswered by the assistant will be deleted' from my account log.
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In version 8.5, Google refers to this feature as Summer Time Mode. It can be activated/deactivated anytime in settings.
Podcast User Interface Adjustment
Google also tweaks the app bar on the main Podcast screen. The new design looks more modern, and the Edit your podcasts screen has been renamed, using the Google Sans font for the title.
Payment Assistant Setup
Version 8.5 also includes some strings related to payment. At the 2018 I/O event, Google detailed how the assistant allows users to make online payments through their phone's assistant. This feature might be related to the upcoming smart display assistant set to launch next month.
Read Later Shortcut on Chrome Custom Tab
The Read Later feature downloads pages for offline viewing, allowing users to access and read later directly from the Chrome Custom Tab menu in the search list and article sources.
Enhanced Shortcut for Screen Capture Collection
Earlier this year, Google rolled out an image editing tool for screen captures in search results or data sources. This toolbar will soon add shortcuts for adding screen captures to collections.
Assistant Setup
Google may rename the current Getting Around option to determine whether users are traveling by car, public transportation, walking, or cycling.
