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Android’s Live Captions get more lively with new sounds
Google is making Live Captions on Android even better by adding new sounds to its Expressive Captions feature. This update helps people feel the mood of audio, not just read the words. It’s perfect for those who can’t hear well or anyone watching videos without sound.
Expressive Captions now catch more noises like whispers, sneezes, yawns, and even burps! These join existing sounds like laughter or clapping, making captions more fun and clear. For example, if someone whispers a secret or snores in a video, the captions will show it, so you don’t miss the moment.
The update was found in a new version of Android System Intelligence, starting with Pixel 9 phones. Soon, other Android devices running Android 14 or higher will get it too. As long as Live Captions is on, these new sounds will pop up when the audio matches.
This change makes videos, calls, or voice notes more real, especially for people who rely on captions. Google’s focus is to help everyone enjoy media fully, whether they hear the audio or not. Keep an eye out for this update!