| Google Fast Pair Service | |
|---|---|
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 An example of a Fast Pair connection prompt, triggered from a Fast Pair-compliant device. | |
| Other names | GFPS, Fast Pair |
| Developer | |
| Initial release | 31 October 2017 |
| Platform | Android, Android TV, ChromeOS, WearOS |
| Website | https://developers.google.com/nearby/fast-pair |
TheGoogle Fast Pair Service, or simplyFast Pair, isGoogle's proprietary standard for quickly pairingBluetooth devices when they come in close proximity for the first time usingBluetooth Low Energy (BLE).[1] It was announced in October 2017 and initially designed for connecting audio devices such as speakers, headphones and car kits with theAndroid operating system. In 2018, Google added support forChromeOS devices, and in 2019, Google announced that Fast Pair connections could now be synced with other Android devices on the sameGoogle Account,[2][3] a feature which Google expanded to ChromeOS devices in December 2023.[4] Google has partnered with BluetoothSoC designers includingQualcomm, Airoha Technology, and BES Technic to add Fast Pair support to theirSDKs.[3] In May 2019, Qualcomm announced their Smart Headset Reference Design, Qualcomm QCC5100, QCC3024 and QCC3034 SoC series with support for Fast Pair andGoogle Assistant.[5] In July 2019, Google announced True Wireless Features (TWF),Find My Device and enhanced Connected Device Details.[6]
