Google’s Find My Device Update Introduces ‘People’ for Smarter Location Sharing

Summary of the Update on Find My Device

Overview: Google has rolled out a significant update to Find My Device, introducing new features and a revamped design. This update enhances location sharing capabilities and improves user experience.

New Design Features:

• Split-Screen View: The 'Devices' tab now features a split-screen layout with a map at the top and a list of devices below.
• Smaller Icons: Device icons are smaller, making it easier to see more devices at once.
• Family Filters: If you have Family devices, additional filter chips will be available.
• Profile Menu: A pull tab in the top-right corner allows users to switch accounts, sign in as a guest, manage blocked users, and adjust location sharing settings.

People Tab:

• Location Sharing: The new 'People' tab (in Beta) lets you share your location and see the locations of family and friends.
• Filter Options: Users can filter by 'Sharing with you' or 'You’re sharing with.'
• Floating Action Button (FAB): A FAB in the bottom-right corner of the map helps users start sharing their location.
• Duration Picker: When sharing, users can choose from several duration options: 1 hour, Today only, Until you turn this off, and Custom duration.
• Location Permissions: Users need to grant app location permissions to display a blue dot on the map and calculate distances.

Availability: The update (version 3.1.277-4) is rolling out via Google Play today.