Android Motion Assist Rolls Out to More Devices Beyond Pixel
Motion Assist uses moving dots to reduce motion sickness and is rolling out beyond Pixel phones to more Android devices.
According to Android Authority, which cited Google’s Mishaal Rahman, the feature is now rolling out beyond Pixel phones. Google had recently released Motion Assist for Pixel owners. The rollout extends the feature to more Android devices, though the report did not specify which models, regions, or exact dates are included.
Motion Assist works by displaying small dots on the edge of the screen. The dots move in real time. The purpose is to help synchronize what a passenger’s eyes see with what the body feels while riding in a vehicle. By giving the eyes a visual reference that matches the motion, the feature is designed to reduce the likelihood of motion sickness.
Motion sickness is a common condition. Some people are more susceptible than others, but enough motion can make anyone feel a little green, according to the report. Motion Assist is aimed at passengers in moving vehicles. The feature requires Android 17 or higher to render the dots across all system surfaces.
Android Authority reported the rollout. The report did not include additional details about device compatibility, regional availability, or a full release schedule.