Android users might soon have to rely entirely on their own vigilance when texting on the move. A feature aimed at preventing distracted walking by reminding users to look up from their screens may no longer be available to protect pedestrians from obstacles like poles and street furniture.
Safety tools of this nature were designed to detect when a phone owner is walking while actively using their device. By monitoring motion and activity sensors, the system could push gentle alerts urging users to pay attention to their surroundings and stay safe on city sidewalks.
It is currently unclear whether this capability is being discontinued completely or if it will be reworked into a different service in future updates. Until more information emerges, users will need to stay mindful of where they are stepping.
For full details and further analysis, check the original report on Android Authority.
