# Forgotten Android Features: Part 2 A journey through Android's innovative but abandoned features - **Source:** [Blind Android Users Podcast](https://brifing.si/source/119619fe-7b3d-4f2c-9221-535129533033) - **Published:** 2026-07-11 - **Topic:** [Software & Engineering](https://brifing.si/c/engineering) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/19ad0181-2a72-4ebe-9417-2e3036a18c3d ## Android's Lost Treasures This episode explores once-exciting Android features that faded into obscurity. Technologies like Active Edge, Now on Tap, and Google Assistant's evolution showcase how mobile experiences have transformed over time. ## Active Edge: Squeeze Sensitivity Pixel phones' Active Edge feature allowed assistant activation by squeezing the device. This user-friendly innovation was discontinued due to hardware cost considerations. ## The Legacy of Now on Tap Introduced with Android 6.0, Now on Tap analyzed screen content for smart suggestions. Integration challenges led to its replacement with simpler solutions. ## Google Assistant's Transformation How did early voice assistant technology evolve into today's advanced AI-powered systems? We compare legacy and next-gen assistant features. ## App of the Week: Bytez Bytez demonstrates seamless file sharing between Mac and Android, highlighting cross-platform compatibility. Warren's demo showcases its practical advantages. ## Community Engagement Listener meetups, feedback channels, and developer sessions maintain the Android ecosystem's vibrancy. Preparations continue for the special July 25th session. ## Technology's Transient Nature This episode proves how quickly technology evolves. Today's groundbreaking features become tomorrow's forgotten experiments. Android's evolution reminds us of innovation's continuous cycle. ## Sources covering this story - https://shows.acast.com/blind-android-users-podcast/episodes/6a52a495c2f78bb689dc4d34 — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._