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Fast Pair makes it easier to use your Bluetooth headphones Bluetooth headphones help us take calls, listen to music while working out, and use our phones anywhere without getting tangled up in wires. And though pairing Bluetooth accessories is an increasingly common activity, it can be a frustrating process for many people. Fast Pair makes Bluetooth pairing easier on Android 6.0+ phones (learn how to  check your Android version ). When you turn on your Fast Pair-enabled accessory, it automatically detects and pairs with your Android phone in a single tap. So far, there have been over three million Fast pairings between Bluetooth accessories, like speakers and earbuds, and Android phones. Here are some new capabilities to make Fast Pair experience even easier. Easily find your lost accessory It can be frustrating when you put your Bluetooth headphones down and immediately forget where you placed them. If they’re connected to your phone, you can locate your headphones

Stay entertained and informed from home While spending more time at home, you might find yourself re-watching your favorite classics, doing game nights with the family and catching up on the TV shows you've been missing. From staying informed on the latest news to tuning in to weekly podcasts or finding what to watch, here are a few ideas to keep your whole family entertained while at home. A faster way to news and entertainment Many of us are turning to our TVs to stay up to date and entertained while we stay in. To access fresh news and fun entertainment quickly, you’ll now find three new rows from YouTube right on your Android TV home screen: COVID-19 News   gives you the latest from authoritative publishers and local health authorities to help you stay informed. Stay Home #WithMe  features videos that invite you to cook, listen to live music and work out, so you can stay connected, even if you’re home alone. Free movies from YouTube  highlights movies you can w