Google has officially begun rolling out its long-awaited cross-device sharing feature, bringing a seamless user experience to Android devices. The new capability, part of Google’s Better Together initiative, promises to make switching between devices smoother and more intuitive, allowing users to continue their activities without interruption.
Google announced Call Casting and Instant Hotspot in May, but these multi-device features weren’t available until recently. According to 9to5Google reportThese features are currently rolling out to users via a software update. You can find these new features in the Multi-Device Services section of your device settings.
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This feature is only available on Android devices running Android 11 or later and with Google Play Services version 24.28.34 or higher installed. This feature is currently in beta, which means some functionality may still be being refined.
How to enable multi-device service
To enable new multi-device services, follow these steps:
1. Open Settings.
2. Click on Google.
3. Select the Devices and sharing option.
4. Find the Cross-Device Services option. Clicking on this option will display the features you can use.
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During setup, you’ll be prompted to create a device group, which involves enabling these options on devices linked to the same Google account. This process ensures that your devices are synced and ready to share features.
Android Multi-Device Service: Features and Functions
Google has now introduced two key features as part of its multi-device service: Call Casting and Instant Hotspot.
Call Casting
Call Casting allows users to transfer calls from one Android device to another, as long as both devices are signed in to the same Google account. Initially, the feature only supports a limited number of apps, but once enabled, users can seamlessly cast video and regular calls to different devices. This feature is especially useful for people who frequently switch between devices throughout the day.
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Instant Access Point
Instant Hotspot makes it easy to share the internet between your smartphone and other Google-connected devices. It allows you to connect Android devices and Chromebooks to your phone’s data plan. With Instant Hotspot, users can ensure that all their devices stay connected to the internet, simplifying the process of staying online without the need for separate data plans or Wi-Fi networks.
