Google, the American company, has announced the launch of two new features in the Chrome browser designed for Android phones, in a move to enhance user experience and meet their growing needs.
The first feature relates to the integration of the browser with password management apps from external sources such as Dashlane and 1Password, allowing those apps to automatically fill in login details within the browser without the need for compatibility mode. This step solves previous issues like repeated suggestions and scrolling difficulties, making it easier for users to manage their data more smoothly.
As reported by Google’s Android Developer Blog, the new feature allows users to automatically fill in passwords, keys, and other codes, as well as payment details and addresses, through external apps, enhancing the user experience when switching between password managers.
Users can try out this feature by installing the beta version of Chrome 131 available on the Google Play Store, and activating it through the autofill settings in the browser. The feature is expected to be rolled out to all Chrome users with the upcoming browser update.
The second feature launched with the Chrome 130 update gives users the ability to listen to read internet pages using the “Read Aloud” technology even when exiting the browser or using other apps on the phone. Previously, this technology stopped when exiting the browser, but the new update allows for continued listening to texts even when closing the app or switching between tasks.
The new feature includes playback controls such as a 10-second restart or skipping parts of the text, as well as the ability to control playback speed ranging from 0.5x to 4x. Users can also choose from multiple voices for reading texts and activate automatic text highlighting to facilitate visual tracking while reading.
To access this feature, users can enable the quick play button from settings to appear next to the address bar, making it easier to access this feature without the need to enter the extensive options menu.
