Google introduces live stream and schedule for Rio Olympics 2016

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Google would very much like to be your one-stop-shop for everything related to the Olympics. They’re working on rolling out new features and updates to ensure that all the updates you need will be at your fingertips.

There’s a lot happening under the hood and we’ll try to break it down for you. Primarily, Google will provide all the information you want via cards. These cards will pop-up when you search for relevant information via Google and will display information on event schedules, athlete information, etc.

You’ll also be presented with TV schedules in “30+ countries” and have the option of watching events live streamed on YouTube. In fact, Google is sending 15 creators to Rio to “give you a taste of what it’s like to be there.”

Google points out that if you search for information on the Google app on Android or iOS, you’ll have the option to enable automatic updates on events, medals won and more. Google has also sent Google Street View Trekkers into the Olympic Park so as to capture 360 degree imagery of the place.

This year’s summer Olympics are to be held in Rio de Janiero, Brazil, where over 10,000 athletes from over 200 countries are expected to participate. The event will be kicked off on 21 August. Rio will become the first South American city to host the Olympic Games.

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Google search adds new features for the Rio Olympics 2016


Celebrating the buzz and excitement around the Rio Olympic games, Google has unveiled a set of enhanced features to bring alive the Olympic mood. The new set of features will help bring fans closer to knowing more about their favorite athletes and sports disciplines. Fans across India can even choose to get automatic updates on top event and medal wins as India is sending out its largest ever delegation of 119 athletes to the Olympics. Renowned athletes and India’s medal prospects include Saina Nehwal (Badminton), Abhinav Bindra and Gagan Narang (Shooting), Leander Paes and Sania Mirza (Tennis), Vikas Yadav and Shiva Thapa (Boxing), Yogeshwar Dutt and Babita Kumari (Wrestling) and Deepika Kumari (Archery) to name a few.

In celebration of the next chapter in Olympics history, Google is bringing a new set of experiences to help people around the world enjoy the 2016 Games. Some of the unique features that will help users experience the best of these games are Google Search, which will help discover the event schedule, medal counts, results and trending athletes on search. On Google, when you search for Olympics or a similar query, an in-depth search result will be displayed at the top of the Search page or in your Google app, allowing you get information for a specific country, sport, event, or even by athlete.

If you search on the Google app on Android and iOS, you’ll also see an option to get automatic updates on the things you want to keep tabs on during the Games, so you’ll never miss a beat. View event highlights on YouTube to give you a glimpse into the games, watch video highlights on YouTube from official broadcasters in more than 60 countries around the world. And as an added bonus, YouTube is sending 15 top creators to the games, giving you a taste of what it’s like to be in Rio with mobile live streaming.

Explore Rio and Olympics venues in Google Maps with street view in Google Maps as everyone can enjoy the magic of Rio de Janeiro. Even if you’re a world away, preview the places where the world’s most talented athletes will make history and explore the breathtaking beauty of Brazil. Search Trends: Keep up to date with the latest search Trends from around the world. To add to the excitement, Google will be showcasing some unique Olympics-based Search Trends and insights with data visualizations.

Google search adds new features for the Rio Olympics 2016
 
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