Quick phrases have been part of Google Assistant for some time now. For those not familiar, Quick phrases are a way to respond and send commands to the Assistant without invoking the "Hey, Google" wake phrase. These commands became extremely helpful when it came to Assistant speakers, like being … [Read more...] about You’ll soon be able to silence your Pixel 6 with a Google Assistant Quick Phrase
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Amazon’s “Android Days” deals offer hefty discounts on Pixel 6 and more
Amazon is running a promotion, just in time for back-to-school, slashing prices for popular Android devices, accessories, and Chromebooks by as much as 30% off. This "Android Days" sale runs through August 30th and is an amazing value for those interested in purchasing a device in the Android … [Read more...] about Amazon’s “Android Days” deals offer hefty discounts on Pixel 6 and more
Pixel 7 and 7 Pro early hands-on reveals differences with the Pixel 6 line
Google gave us all a first look at the next generation of Pixel devices at this year's I/O conference, revealing that this time around, the Pixel 7 devices would have a more polished look while still keeping with the design language made popular by the Pixel 6 — which has become synonymous with the … [Read more...] about Pixel 7 and 7 Pro early hands-on reveals differences with the Pixel 6 line
Pixel 6, 6 Pro, 6a receiving additional update to fix GPS
If you own a Google Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, or Pixel 6a, get ready for a software update that will begin rolling out over the air and continue over the next week. As usual, these updates roll out in phases and depend on your carrier network. This update is exclusive to the aforementioned Pixel phone … [Read more...] about Pixel 6, 6 Pro, 6a receiving additional update to fix GPS
Pixel Camera gets Material You and Speech Enhancement update
The Google Camera app is getting a brand new update that introduces some Material You touches and, on the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro, enables "Speech enhancement" for the rear camera. As noted by 9to5Google, the update, version 8.6, is rolling out but is not yet widely available via the Play Store. The … [Read more...] about Pixel Camera gets Material You and Speech Enhancement update
Google promotes Pixel “Guidebooks” ahead of Pixel 6a release
Google posted today on the Pixel Phone Help Community about a little-known resource that, if I am being honest, I didn't know about until now. We are talking about Guidebooks, an online guide designed to help users get the most out of certain Google products and services. Right now, you can find … [Read more...] about Google promotes Pixel “Guidebooks” ahead of Pixel 6a release
How to charge your Pixel Buds using your Pixel 5, Pixel 6, or Pixel 6 Pro
Did you know that you can wirelessly charge Qi-compliant accessories, like your Pixel Buds, by sitting them on the back of your compatible Pixel phone? Google introduced Battery Share with the Pixel 5 and subsequently added it to the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro line as well. The feature is extremely handy for … [Read more...] about How to charge your Pixel Buds using your Pixel 5, Pixel 6, or Pixel 6 Pro
Pixel 6 series sales reportedly low among U.S. carriers
A new report by private research firm Wave7 suggests that sales at U.S. carriers for the Pixel 6 series and the iPhone SE have stagnated despite high kickbacks being offered to salespeople to try and sell them. Said report is not public, but was provided exclusively to PCMag, which offered some … [Read more...] about Pixel 6 series sales reportedly low among U.S. carriers
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?
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
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