Google wants to declutter your phone screen

The latest version of Google's phone operating system can use a quick press of a button to manage all the devices in your home

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Each week, we spotlight a cool innovation recommended by some of the industry's top tech writers. This week's pick is a new feature from Google.

The latest version of Google's phone operating system can use a quick press of a button to manage all the devices in your home, said Mark Wilson at Fast Company. Android 11, released in its beta version this month on new Pixel phones, introduces a new feature, called Controls.

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