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- The Google app could be getting a new universal search feature that will allow contacts, apps, and device settings to appear within search results.
- This new feature should be independent of the Pixel Launcher and available on all Android devices.
- Users will get the choice to include or exclude these new options from their search results.
The Google app is about to become even more of a digital Swiss Army knife. Already a go-to for everything from Google Searches to Google Lens and Google’s smart assistants, the app is set to add some nifty new features that will make finding what you need on your device a breeze.
In the Google app version 15.30.27.29 beta, we found evidence suggesting that the Google app will soon be able to display contacts, apps, and device settings directly within search results. This means that users can simply start typing their query into the app’s search bar and see matching results not only from the web but also from their personal contacts list, installed apps, and even the device’s system settings.