These new Android features were announced at MWC 2024

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[Google integrates Gemini into the Messages app to keep you company](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fgoogle-android-updates-mwc-2024-ai-gemini%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202402271343%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/1/0100018debe3b152-ec2dc0a9-330b-478c-8cfb-4e8e193204d4-000000/GV0MSAE1nbwOgvhfoED9cbuAX_I=363) Google announced several new Android features at MWC 2024, making it more accessible and productive. [Pixel 8 Mint Colorway-3](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fgoogle-android-updates-mwc-2024-ai-gemini%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202402271343%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/2/0100018debe3b152-ec2dc0a9-330b-478c-8cfb-4e8e193204d4-000000/o-QhdMrxS7TQKxnAK26rCdD6Nfc=363) Google kicked off its MWC 2024 presence by [announcing](%2F%2Fblog.google%2Fproducts%2Fandroid%2Fnew-android-features-february-2024/1/0100018debe3b152-ec2dc0a9-330b-478c-8cfb-4e8e193204d4-000000/mNvJY9LSz0H2jbXLazKmscpdqOc=363) several new features for Android phones, tablets, and [Wear OS devices](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fgoogle-wallet-passes-transit-directions-wear-os%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202402271343%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/1/0100018debe3b152-ec2dc0a9-330b-478c-8cfb-4e8e193204d4-000000/Y0Zolg57eUegwTqgH_eHRv_An5g=363). Android Auto is even getting in on the AI-fun with a new feature that [summarizes long text messages](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fandroid-auto-summarize-texts%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202402271343%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/1/0100018debe3b152-ec2dc0a9-330b-478c-8cfb-4e8e193204d4-000000/p9dJbKdf2FXnvZ6qqXcPtKo6RlY=363) or noisy group chats (we all belong to at least one). As is the current trend for all tech companies and announcements, there's plenty of AI to go around with Google's latest Android features, whether you like it or not. [Read More »](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fgoogle-android-updates-mwc-2024-ai-gemini%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202402271343%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/3/0100018debe3b152-ec2dc0a9-330b-478c-8cfb-4e8e193204d4-000000/jUKbP2qc6hE0wsYCTpfNNygh1So=363) [OnePlus Watch 2 raises the bar for Wear OS watches. Samsung, take note](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Foneplus-watch-2-review%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202402271343%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/1/0100018debe3b152-ec2dc0a9-330b-478c-8cfb-4e8e193204d4-000000/ozUPnOgFFkIP5i_eZ9o9SKkK0_Q=363) The new wearable is better in every way than the original OnePlus Watch 2. [oneplus-watch4](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Foneplus-watch-2-review%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202402271343%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/2/0100018debe3b152-ec2dc0a9-330b-478c-8cfb-4e8e193204d4-000000/gymsUA5M6EIzVUnktqK5o-QvTVI=363) OnePlus is a company known for making quality tech at a lower price than most of its competitors. The [OnePlus 12](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Foneplus-12-review%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202402271343%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/1/0100018debe3b152-ec2dc0a9-330b-478c-8cfb-4e8e193204d4-000000/BEe8ty2jDrN3QhOSTeZ2wN0rBOU=363) and [OnePlus 12R](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Foneplus-12r-review%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202402271343%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/1/0100018debe3b152-ec2dc0a9-330b-478c-8cfb-4e8e193204d4-000000/5JQ-meO3GijvXCDk-b5HOPnDHv4=363) are perfect examples of that. The company's latest gadget, the OnePlus Watch 2, looks to follow a similar pattern, offering features that exceed those of its competitors at a lower price. [Read More »](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Foneplus-watch-2-review%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202402271343%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/3/0100018debe3b152-ec2dc0a9-330b-478c-8cfb-4e8e193204d4-000000/xTW4QDD2dcGT5Ya_RHOdL1jjTX8=363) [How to turn any video into a live wallpaper for your iPhone lock screen](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fhow-to-turn-any-video-into-a-live-wallpaper-for-your-iphone-lock-screen%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202402271343%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/1/0100018debe3b152-ec2dc0a9-330b-478c-8cfb-4e8e193204d4-000000/XSs-u_-3SFMQp0Gzpnh9zde0KKA=363) iPhone users: You can turn your favorite videos into live wallpaper for a more interactive, lively experience in just a few steps. Here's how. [iPhone Live photo as wallpaper](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fhow-to-turn-any-video-into-a-live-wallpaper-for-your-iphone-lock-screen%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202402271343%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/2/0100018debe3b152-ec2dc0a9-330b-478c-8cfb-4e8e193204d4-000000/4JS8mMgVGpEfO87e9tckaHFfE68=363) Apple's move from a one-size-fits-all approach to embracing customization marks a significant shift in how we interact with our iPhones. Initially, Apple kept a tight lid on customization, offering only basic options like changing wallpapers and ringtones. This simplicity was part of Apple's appeal, ensuring a consistent user experience across all devices. 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