It is anticipated that the Samsung Galaxy S23, S23 Plus, and S23 Ultra will be the first smartphones to feature Google Fast Pair for smartphones. There are now images that demonstrate how this new feature is supposed to operate in reality and how it streamlines the process of moving accounts, data, and other information to a new smartphone.
Mishaal Rahman provided a demonstration of the functionality of Google Fast Pair for smartphones, a brand-new feature that will be introduced with the Galaxy S23 lineup. As a point of reference, 9to5Google discovered references to the capability in a recent upgrade to Google Play Services the week before last. On the other hand, the website did not share any screenshots or photographs of the updated Google Fast Pair in use.
Here's a first look at the new Fast Pair-powered setup experience for Android phones. The device being setup broadcasts its status via Fast Pair, and any Fast Pair-supporting Android phones nearby will get a half-sheet popup that opens a QR code scanner. pic.twitter.com/5UF2x75QnS
— Mishaal Rahman (@MishaalRahman) January 26, 2023
Now that Rahman has gotten the functionality to operate on a Google Pixel 7, he has posted photographs of it, which indicates that it may streamline the process of setting up Android devices in the future. It is speculated that a nearby smartphone that is running Google Fast Pair may trigger a pop-up on another nearby smartphone, simulating the functionality of accessories such as the Pixel Buds Pro. From that point on, the new smartphone will display a QR code that the previous smartphone may scan in order to begin the process of transferring the data.
Predictably, Google Play Services will attempt authentication using a biometric or PIN, which, if successful, should prevent unauthorized data transfers. After that, the installation operates on its own, but some original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) can ask for further actions. For instance, Samsung would suggest that individuals download and install its Smart Switch app. Although Rahman emphasizes that it will not affect the process of transfer in other areas, Google Fast Pair for smartphones should, in general, make device discovery simpler when moving between devices.
