We have seen our fair share of Google updates in the past week, and we just came across the new apk download for Google Now. It has been bumped up to version 2.7.9, which is not an incredible leap forward, but it is still something. Here is the very short changelog:
For Android 4.1+ (Jelly Bean):
– Information about shows you’re watching on your internet-connected TV (US only)*
– Saved offers when nearby a redemption location
– New voice action: play music from your phone or the Play Store
– Voice actions tips* Requires phone/tablet to be on the same network as your TV
So go ahead and hit the download link below to give it a try. Let us know what you think.
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Source: OMG!Droid
UPDATE: Looks like this is pretty huge update. Check it out:
Car rentals card:Â Get reservation details and directions to the rental center directly in Google Now, which together with the boarding pass and hotel reservation cards, makes Google Now your ultimate travel companion.
Concert ticket card:Â Going to a concert? Google Now will have your event ticket ready when you arrive at the venue; along with popular, locally relevant websites, such as the upcoming events page for the venue.
Improved public transit cards: If you regularly take public transit, Google Now will now inform you about the last train or bus to home so you never miss it.
* Commute sharing card:* When leaving work, you can now choose to inform your loved ones that you are on your way home. Learn more at http://goo.gl/bVUkLY
Set reminders while you search: When searching for music artists, movie actors, filmmakers and TV shows on Google, you’ll see a new “remind me†button on the panel by the search results. Click on it and a Google Now reminder will show up for new albums, book releases or upcoming TV episodes.
“Updated TV card:†Google Now can tell you about the news mentioned and music playing in the TV show you’re watching, in addition to program information and people mentioned in show. Simply tap on the TV card if you have a smart TV or tap on the mic and say “listen to TVâ€.
NCAA football scores: Football season is about to start, and Google Now has you covered–you can now see real-time scores for your favorite NCAA team in Google Now.
