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Android 14 QPR3 Beta 1 update goes live with Circle to Search

Google has begun rolling out the Android 14 QPR3 Beta 1 update for eligible Pixel devices in the Android 14 beta program. The latest release brings a taste of the...

Feb 08, 2024 1 Min Read

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Google shares how to address 6 common cybersecurity mistakes on your Pixel device

Living online comes with inherent risks, but Google Pixel users have powerful privacy and security tools and expert advice at their fingertips to stay safe. Google recently outlined 6 common...

Feb 07, 2024 4 Min Read

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Android 15 could force apps to go edge-to-edge on Google Pixel and other smartphones

Since the Material You overhaul in Android 12, Google’s UI efforts have been all about visual harmony. But the focus is subtly shifting from beautification to optimization. Code...

Feb 07, 2024 2 Min Read

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Android 14 QPR2 Beta 3.1 and 3.2 feedback survey for Pixel now open

As Google continues to polish the Android 14 experience, a new survey seeking feedback from Pixel users enrolled in the Android 14 QPR2 Beta 3.1 and 3.2 has...

Feb 07, 2024 1 Min Read

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Google Maps on your Pixel phone now shows you the weather condition and AQI of a location

Google Maps is finally catching up to its iOS counterpart by offering real-time weather and air quality information directly on the map. No more switching between apps or squinting...

Feb 07, 2024 1 Min Read

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How to use 'Darken websites' in Chrome on your Google Pixel to make websites follow system dark mode automatically

In an era where eye strain and battery conservation are paramount concerns, the ability to seamlessly transition websites to dark mode has become a coveted feature. Fortunately, for Google Pixel...

Feb 07, 2024 2 Min Read

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Android Reading mode expands to Gmail, X, and other social media apps

Google’s renowned text-to-speech feature, Reading mode, has recently expanded its compatibility to emails and select social media apps on Android. Previously, Google had indicated that Reading...

Feb 06, 2024 1 Min Read

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Google's February 2024 update shaping up to be the smoothest rollout since the Pixel 8 release

The Pixel February 2024 update seems to be rolling out like clockwork, marking a potential turning point in Google’s update game. This comes after a string of frustrating...

Feb 06, 2024 1 Min Read

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Google Messages 'RCS' feature compressing images to 1MB and below? Try these easy workarounds

Google’s push for Rich Communication Services (RCS) adoption in its Messages app, including on the iPhone, has aimed to enhance user experiences, particularly in exchanging high-quality photos...

Feb 05, 2024 2 Min Read

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Will Circle to Search remain exclusive to Pixel & Samsung phones phones until October? Here's what we know

News about Circle to Search exclusivity has taken an unexpected turn, leaving us with more questions than answers. Let’s rewind: some media outlets reported that a Samsung Netherlands...

Feb 05, 2024 2 Min Read

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Hands-on images of Google Pixel 8a's closest rival unintentionally leaked on Reddit

The upcoming Google Pixel 8a just got a new rival in India, a budget-conscious market where Google is expected to continue aggressively pushing for the adoption of its Pixel...

Feb 05, 2024 2 Min Read

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[Opinion] More Android smartphone makers adopting AI features is a bonus for Pixel users

2024 is shaping up to be a pivotal year for smartphone AI. After years of Pixel phones reigning supreme in this arena, boasting features like Call Screening, Magic Eraser, and...

Feb 05, 2024 3 Min Read