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
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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
To make Pixel phones great, Google needs to refocus on the basics
Having ventured outside of the Pixel phone realm over the past few years, I've come away from my experiences with devices from OnePlus, ASUS and Samsung with a better feel for what exactly makes Pixels stand out from the crowd, and I'm beginning to wonder whether or not Google knows what that thing … [Read more...] about To make Pixel phones great, Google needs to refocus on the basics
How to use your Pixel 6 or 6 Pro to better secure your Google Account and Chromebook
We live in a world that increasingly - no...near entirely relies on digital systems, and with that comes the increase in potential threats to your personal data. While Google does offer the Advanced Security Program which safeguards users with high visibility and sensitive information from targeted … [Read more...] about How to use your Pixel 6 or 6 Pro to better secure your Google Account and Chromebook
The delayed Pixel 6 March Update may be dropping soon
As you may know, Google released the March 2022 Android 12 update and Pixel Feature Drop at the beginning of the month for all Pixel phones, except the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro. Some days later, Google announced the Android 12 QPR (Quarterly Platform Release) Beta program, which allowed Pixel 6 … [Read more...] about The delayed Pixel 6 March Update may be dropping soon
Pixel 6 videos not playing in Chrome? Here’s why
I may be the only person in the world that has dealt with this frustration but I seriously doubt it. The problem, you see, is the fact that I have been toting around two phones for almost two months now. Now, that may not seem like a big deal to someone who writes about tech for a living but I have … [Read more...] about Pixel 6 videos not playing in Chrome? Here’s why
How to pair your Pixel Buds with your Chromebook
If you own a pair of Google's Pixel Buds that you use with your Android device and want to use them with your Chromebook as well, you will unfortunately not get the fancy fast pair experience made famous by the Google Pixel phones. However, you will be able to pair them with any device that supports … [Read more...] about How to pair your Pixel Buds with your Chromebook
Pixel 6 and 6 Pro owners are being offered $10 off of any product on the Google Store
Many Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro owners are receiving a coupon from Google in their email inbox that gives them $10 off of anything found on the Google Store. As you can see in the image below, taken from my own Gmail account, the coupon states the offer is meant to help inspire you to add accessories … [Read more...] about Pixel 6 and 6 Pro owners are being offered $10 off of any product on the Google Store
