On August 25, 2026, Google will commence the phased rollout of the Motion Assistance feature (previously known as Motion Cues) for Android 17 on Pixel devices. This innovative feature is designed to automatically sense vehicle movement and spring into action, employing dynamic visual cues on the screen to mitigate the discomfort associated with motion sickness during journeys. Users have the flexibility to activate this feature through the Google Play settings or incorporate it into the quick settings tiles for effortless manual control. Moreover, users are empowered to personalize the color, shape, and transparency of the cues to suit their preferences. By harnessing system-level APIs, the feature can seamlessly integrate and be displayed across various system interfaces, encompassing settings, the status bar, notification center, and lock screen, enhancing the overall user experience.
