Although they are seen as stationary tablets, intelligent screens, like the nest hub or echo show are specifically designed to eliminate that error. The software, in particular, has an interface that is not exactly suitable for physical interaction and is more oriented towards voice commands with audiovisual feedback. It seems, however, that Google is taking things in a different direction with an experiment that brings a family application drawer to the nest center.
Technically speaking, the Hub Nest platform does not have applications. It has shares that comply with that role, but are more like simplified versions of applications. These were not designed to be accessed directly as you would launch applications on Android, but Google may be obtaining other ideas.
A reddit publication shows a maximum nest hub with this new application drawer. In many ways, it is similar to the experience of Android or Stock pixel, with a brief sliding to first reveal some “suggestions” and a more complete slip to show the full grid. “Applications” are arranged alphabetically, as it would normally look at most application launchers.
Tapping in the icons naturally launches the actions associated with them, whether it goes to YouTube or Netflix or make a duo call. Normally, these actions can be started with voice command, but Google also arose recommended cards from time to time. These cards can still be accessed with a blow from the left.
This APP Launcher experiment is clearly in its initial stages, since gesture recognition seems to be still uncoiring. If it really becomes a new basic feature of nest hubs is another open question, but it could change the way consumers approach smart screens if it does.
