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Google Search update brings movie listings, public alerts and more to Google Now

In an update this evening for the Google Search for Android app, the folks in Mountain View included some goodies for the Jelly Bean-exclusive Google Now. Users can now see movie showtimes, receive important emergency alerts (storm warnings, etc.), and set their favorite sports teams from a list of 140 to get the latest scores thanks to the latest update. Furthermore, if you are a Korean user, you will be happy to learn that the oh-so creepy voice-search platform has received an update for your language. Go check out the new cards and report back! (Note: Some of them will need to be manually turned on through the settings menu.) [Google Play via +Android]

What’s in this version:

For Android 4.1+ (Jelly Bean) devices, this update to Google Now includes:
* Movies – see movie showtimes and more
* Public alerts – receive emergency messages such as storm warnings and earthquake alerts
* Add favorite sports teams to follow in real time (from Settings)
* Support for Korea

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