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Smartphone Voice Assistant Displays

Google Assistant Has an Ambient Mode with Control Capabilities

— November 28, 2019 — Tech
Google recently outlined how Google Assistant ambient mode will be able to work with a user's smartphone, and it can turn the phone into a smart display. Ambient mode was created so users would have the ability to access a device while it's charging. The new feature will enable users to scroll photos, play music, and control a smart home device while their phone charges.

The new capabilities allow users to access Google Assistant functions through another device. Arvind Chandrababu, the Android product manager spoke on the new feature, "Now with one tap, you can set the alarm, you can look at what time your first meeting is the next day, you can turn off the lights and you can also have a slide show of your photo memories." Chandrababu also stated that the new ambient mode is integrated with the existing Android operating system.


Image Credit: Google
Trend Themes
1. Ambient Mode Integration - The integration of ambient mode into smartphones presents an opportunity for companies to create innovative devices that offer enhanced functionality while charging.
2. Smartphone as Smart Display - The ability to turn a smartphone into a smart display opens up opportunities for companies to develop applications and features that leverage the larger screen size for a more immersive user experience.
3. Expansion of Google Assistant - With Google Assistant being accessible through ambient mode, there is a potential for businesses to create new voice-activated services and devices that integrate seamlessly with Google's assistant.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics - The integration of ambient mode and smartphone-to-smart display capabilities presents an opportunity for consumer electronics companies to create innovative products that enhance user experiences and convenience.
2. Home Automation - The ability to control smart home devices through ambient mode creates an opportunity for the home automation industry to develop new features and interfaces that enhance user interaction and convenience.
3. Mobile Applications - Expanding the functionality of smartphones through ambient mode opens up opportunities for mobile app developers to create innovative applications that leverage the larger screen size and voice-activated capabilities.
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