Google Now is undoubtedly intuitive when it comes to tracking user interests, but what it currently lacks is an easy way for users to request information on specific subjects. That may be rectified in the near future, according to leaked screenshots that show a feature that does just that called ‘Explore Interests.’
The screenshots, published by Android Police, show a Google Now card that prompts users to get updates on their interests. Inside that feature, users can choose from categories like TV, sports and people. Within those categories are more niche categories and specific cards. Cards are also displayed along the top by popularity in the user’s area — shown as an example in the screenshot is the ‘People’ section, with Donald Trump, Hilary Clinton and Bernie Sanders.
Currently, Google Now shows users news based on data collected from a user’s history, like search history and location. Adjustments can be made using on/off toggles in settings, or tapping on the catered info to mark disinterest in that news or source.
Unfortunately for those interested in the feature, a Google representative told TechCrunch that Explore Interests is currently an experiment the company is testing, so rollout may not take place for a while, if ever — though today’s internet buzz will likely confirm to the company just how much interest there is in such an option.
Image credit: Android Police
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[source]Android Police[/source][via]TechCrunch[/via]
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