Google is getting ready along with the best athletes from around the world for Tokyo 2020 Olympics. While the current situation is not allowing individual to travel, Google is letting users to enjoy the Games safely at a distance this year with technology.
Here are six ways Google is introducing to enjoy the action at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020:
1. Stay up to speed (without breaking a sweat) with Google Search
When you search for the Olympics you’ll be able to find the latest information on your favorite events, sports and players, and even see where your country ranks in the race for gold. If you can’t tune into the Games live, don’t worry — you can watch a daily recap video or check out the top news related to the Olympic Games. For data aficionados, check out our Trends page to see fun Search stats on your favorite sports.
2. Take a timeout with the Doodle Champion Island Games
Join in on the action with Google’s largest-ever interactive Doodle game, created in collaboration with Japanese animation STUDIO 4°C. Click on the Doodle to enter the gameworld, join a team and compete against reigning Champions across skateboarding, rugby, climbing and more — all in retro 16-bit glory. Keep a lookout for dozens of surprises and side quests as you journey through Doodle Champion Island.
3. Find official broadcaster highlights (and more) on YouTube
From July 23, catch live events as well as clips and highlights from official Olympic broadcasters on their YouTube channels, including Astro Arena, Stadium Astro, beIN SPORTS Asia, Marca Claro and Eurosport, and there’s tons more to watch on the official Olympics channel on YouTube. Earlier this month, Google added Olympic-related content on YouTube with new YouTube Originals series “Strive,” “How To Olympics,” “Break the Record” and a feature-length documentary “World Debut” ahead of opening ceremonies.
4. Let Google Assistant do the legwork
Wondering who won? Just ask “Hey Google, who won women’s basketball in the Olympics?” Rooting for a specific country? “Hey Google, how many medals does France have in the Olympics?” You can even say, “Hey Google, tell me a fun fact about the games in Tokyo.” Whether you’re using your phone, speaker, TV or other enabled device, Google Assistant will have all the important details.
5. Keep up to date with Google Play apps
Don’t miss a single moment: Download Google’s collection of apps including the official Olympics app, official broadcasters, news organizations, social, sports and games, plus fitness.
6. Explore Japan with Street View, Google Arts & Culture and Translate
Even if you can’t experience the Games IRL, you can take a virtual tour of the country with Google Street View. From snow-capped mountains and glistening cave formations to cities packed with history and culture — you can see it all without leaving your chair. Or you can explore Japan’s traditional crafts and mouth-watering food; Umami Land will be particularly fun for foodies. After all that, you might feel inspired to learn a little Japanese, and Google Translate has you covered.
Let the games begin and stay safe indoor with contents and activities provided by Google. Let us know which one you will be enjoying right now in the comment section and social media!