Google has confirmed major new Android features rolling out this week to millions of phones. But the update is also missing one major AI tool that Google is quiet about.

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Google began testing Motion Assist back in 2024, but it never expanded beyond an internal test until now. Android Authority reports Motion Assist is appearing on Pixel phones running Android 17, but there’s no app or update you can install to get the feature—it’s being delivered by Play Services as part of a staged rollout.

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The latest Android 17 update adds broad support for Encrypted Client Hello, among other changes. Here's how they work.

Android Auto 17.6 is now available for download for production devices. That’s the first thing you should know. The second concerns what’s happening under the hood, as Google seems to be experimenting with several big changes.

Android's security and privacy settings can be overwhelming, so you should take the time to make sure your device is locked down as you expect.

I leave the old Android phone in the car, connect it to my hotspot, and let Android Auto handle the driving experience. Everything works exactly as it should without putting strain on my phone. In fact, most days, my phone stays in my pocket, which is exactly where I want it while driving.

Android Auto has just made a major update to how the app's icons appear, but a more significant update is slated to roll out very soon.