The imminent Google I/O 2024 conference is set to introduce significant new features in Android 15, highlighting improvements in the multimedia functionality of Wear OS. According to leaks and the beta version, Android 15 will allow you to control the playback of multimedia content directly from a smart watch, eliminating the need to use a mobile phone.
The new feature will make it easier to change the output device for multimedia playback, allowing users to transfer music, for example, from headphones to speakers, or from a mobile phone to a tablet or television with Android TV, all through their smartwatch .
Wear OS currently offers control over basic media playback functions, such as pausing or changing tracks and regulating volume from a smartwatch. The new functionality, however, will provide greater flexibility and convenience for those users looking for more comprehensive control without dependence on the mobile phone.
This advancement reflects the continued evolution of smartwatches, which progressively gain the ability to operate applications autonomously and could even incorporate advanced features, such as ChatGPT integration.
These innovations not only enhance the functionality of wearable devices, but also improve the user experience by offering more autonomy and efficiency in the management of their interconnected devices.
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