On Tuesday, Google announced five new updates for Android, aimed at enhancing accessibility, personalization, and reducing motion sickness. Notable among them is “Motion Assist,” designed to help those experiencing motion sickness while using their phones in a moving vehicle. This feature adds a bubble overlay that moves in sync with the vehicle, reducing the disorienting effects of screen motion.

“Guided Vision” is another highlight, combining the phone’s camera with Gemini to assist blind and low-vision users with everyday tasks, such as reading small print or identifying objects in low light. Users can also receive voice guidance if their camera isn’t positioned correctly.

A “remembered items” feature in Find Hub allows users to save the location of important items, such as a passport in a bedroom drawer, and even attach photos for easier identification. Meanwhile, Google Messages is getting more personalized with background customization options and the ability to share and edit lists directly within conversations.

While these features may see Google playing catch-up to Apple, which already offers similar functionalities, they represent significant strides in making technology more user-friendly and accessible. These updates reflect a growing trend of technology adapting to the needs of its users, rather than the other way around.