Google's chatty Keep Live and Gmail Live interfaces make first appearance
Key Points:
- Google is testing new conversational voice features in Keep notes and Gmail, which were previewed at Google I/O last month alongside similar capabilities for Docs.
- These voice-first features aim to let users interact with apps primarily through speaking, reflecting a broader industry trend toward voice-driven interfaces.
- The rollout of these features is expected to begin over the summer, potentially coinciding with the launch of Pixel 11 phones, although no exact timeline has been confirmed.
- Early beta versions of Gmail Live and a voice-centric interface in Google Keep have been spotted by some users, indicating limited testing before a wider release.
- The new Keep interface includes a floating action button for voice input, allowing users to create or edit notes and set reminders via speech, with controls to mute or cancel input.