Google Unveils Assistant Expansion and Smart Devices at CES 2019
Google reveals that its Assistant reaches one billion devices while adding new features like flight check-ins and live translation at CES 2019. The tech giant also showcases upcoming smart clocks, car accessories, and deep integrations with Sonos, Samsung, and Dish.
Google announces at CES 2019 that its voice-powered AI, Google Assistant, reaches one billion devices worldwide this month. The company rolls out an update that integrates Assistant directly into Google Maps on both iOS and Android, offering enhanced navigation capabilities on its native platform.
The tech giant expands Assistant's smart home reach by promising compatibility with Sonos speakers, including older models without built-in microphones. Additionally, 2019 Samsung TVs gain voice control functionality for power, volume, and inputs, while Dish integrates the AI into its Hopper set-top box remotes.
Google introduces new travel capabilities that allow users to check into United flights and book hotels using only their voice. Other notable reveals include an $80 Lenovo smart clock, a 27-language Interpreter Mode for real-time conversation translation, Assistant Connect for simple e-ink displays, and new Anker and JBL car accessories.