Last year, Google launched the Pixel 5a just a couple of months ahead of the highly-anticipated debut of the Tensor-powered Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro. Before the Pixel 5a's debut, Google's strategy in the mobile marketplace wasn't exactly clear and the Pixel 5a felt like a device that just didn't … [Read more...] about Google’s Pixel 6a could be a major disruptor
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Google’s Pixel 6a retail packaging emerges in a new leak
We're only a month out from Google I/O 2022 at this point, and that means any hardware set to debut at the yearly developer conference is also right around the corner. We've seen plenty of leaks and insider info on what could show up at the event, and it feels pretty certain Google will use the … [Read more...] about Google’s Pixel 6a retail packaging emerges in a new leak
Android 12 QPR3 Beta 2 available now for Pixel phones
The second beta of the Android 12 QPR3 (Quarterly Platform Release) was released yesterday and announced by Google on the r/android_beta subreddit. This release (S3B1.220318.003) follows the initial release plus an interim patch targeting the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro. However, it includes the latest … [Read more...] about Android 12 QPR3 Beta 2 available now for Pixel phones
Google announces partnership with iFixit for Pixel replacement parts
Google announced today that as part of a new partnership with iFixit, genuine repair parts for Pixel devices will become available for customers to purchase via the iFixit site. The announcement follows long-held debates and legislation about the "right to repair" and improving repairability on … [Read more...] about Google announces partnership with iFixit for Pixel replacement parts
Material You style dialer starts rolling out to Google Phone app
The Google Phone app, which is the default dialer on Pixel phones, has, for the most part, maintained the same look throughout the "Material You" overhaul of the Android UI. However, it looks like this is about to change. 9to5Google is reporting that a new "Material You" style dialer is rolling out … [Read more...] about Material You style dialer starts rolling out to Google Phone app
How to use the Files by Google app to reclaim space on your Android phone
Most of us can agree that 2020 was not a great year. The world was ravaged, and our lives were forever changed by a global pandemic; Australia saw one of its most devastating wildfire seasons, and Android users lost the system Files app with the release of Android 11. While the first two were … [Read more...] about How to use the Files by Google app to reclaim space on your Android phone
Android 12 April security update rolls out, all Pixel phones included
It's a new month, so you know what that means. Another Android security update is rolling out, which addresses several high-severity bugs, including a severe vulnerability that could lead to "local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed," as detailed in the Android … [Read more...] about Android 12 April security update rolls out, all Pixel phones included
Is Google still working on Face Unlock for the Pixel 6 Pro?
When the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro phones were released back in October 2021, most of us were disappointed with Google's decision to include an under-display optical fingerprint sensor as the only biometric authentication method available on the device. Not only has the experience been sub-par, but it … [Read more...] about Is Google still working on Face Unlock for the Pixel 6 Pro?
Pixel 6: more updates, more problems
Well, this is the first time I’ve ever heard of an update causing issues with a phone’s vibration motor. I don’t say it has never happened before, but it almost feels like Google is looking for other things to actively break with each update at this point when it comes to Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro. A … [Read more...] about Pixel 6: more updates, more problems
Google Pixel 6 and 6 Pro get their first QPR Beta bug fix release
If you have perchance read my tireless tirade on how disappointed I have been at the handling of the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro monthly security updates and feature drops, then you probably know that I jumped the gun when the Quarterly Platform Release beta was announced. This was my perhaps desperate … [Read more...] about Google Pixel 6 and 6 Pro get their first QPR Beta bug fix release
New Google Photos features announced, confirms importing from iCloud and Facebook
Google just announced via a blog post that there are a ton of new - and useful - features coming to Google Photos "over the coming weeks." These features are the same ones we reported on last month and then again last week, which consists of a new layout for better organization, discovery, sharing, … [Read more...] about New Google Photos features announced, confirms importing from iCloud and Facebook
Pixel 6 and 6 Pro March Update Rolling Out
Pixel 6 and 6 Pro owners rejoice because the much-awaited and delayed March update is finally rolling out for these devices. There was speculation over the weekend that the update may drop today after the upgrade schedule for a Canadian cell phone carrier was spotted, stating March 21st as the live … [Read more...] about Pixel 6 and 6 Pro March Update Rolling Out
