Android

Gboard keys getting tiny for some Pixel users after disconnecting Android Auto (workarounds inside)

Gboard users across a range of Android devices, including Google Pixel owners, are reporting a bizarre and persistent issue. After disconnecting from Android Auto, the keyboard keys mysteriously shrink to...
Mar 04, 2024 1 Min Read
Android

Some Google Pixel users in Europe get YouTube PIP support on free tier

Picture-in-picture (PiP) is an amazingly convenient feature for multitasking on your Google Pixel phone – and it seems like YouTube might be offering broader access. For years, PiP has...
Mar 04, 2024 1 Min Read
Android

Google readying 'Satellite SOS' emergency feature for Pixel devices

After years of reports about Pixel phones (starting with the Pixel 3) failing to properly connect to 911 emergency services, Google seems to finally be addressing the problem. Preparations for...
Mar 01, 2024 2 Min Read
Android

Google Drive 'request approval' spam notification on Pixel and other Android devices under investigation

Google Pixel and other Android users of Google Drive are facing a frustrating onslaught of spam notifications. These notifications falsely claim that someone is requesting approval to access a shared...
Mar 01, 2024 1 Min Read
Android

Samsung confirms Galaxy Ring support coming to Google Pixel phones

At the recently concluded MWC 2024 event in Barcelona, Samsung revealed exciting details about the upcoming Galaxy Ring health tracker, among them battery specs, weight, features and even supported devices...
Mar 01, 2024 1 Min Read
Android

Google Messages blocks RCS on rooted Pixel phones and custom ROMs to prevent spam and abuse

Some Google Pixel users who have rooted their phones or installed custom ROMs have recently discovered that RCS functionality within Google Messages is no longer working. Messages may seem to...
Mar 01, 2024 1 Min Read
Android

Pixel 8 Pro's generative AI features coming to Android phones powered by MediaTek Dimensity 9300 and 8300 chipsets

At Mobile World Congress 2024, MediaTek made a significant announcement that has caught the attention of the tech world. In collaboration with Google, MediaTek revealed that its Dimensity 9300 and...
Feb 29, 2024 1 Min Read
Bugs and Issues

Google looking into 'Advanced Search' option missing for Chrome and Edge users

Some Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge users have recently encountered a puzzling issue where the Advanced Search option is suddenly missing from the browsers. This option was previously easily accessible...
Feb 29, 2024 1 Min Read
Android

Google Messages' Magic Compose starts appearing for some Pixel users in stable channel

Update 1 (February 29, 2024) 05:23 pm (IST): A few hours after publishing this article, Magic Compose appeared on our Pixel 8 Pro unit running the latest stable version...
Feb 29, 2024 2 Min Read
Bugs and Issues

Gemini app on your Pixel can’t perform some tasks on lock screen that Google Assistant can

When Google introduced Gemini as a replacement for its trusty Google Assistant, users were eager to explore the new AI companion. However, they quickly noticed that some familiar features were...
Feb 29, 2024 2 Min Read
Google

Pixel Watch 2 has new Wear OS rivals from OnePlus and Xiaomi with up to 100 hours of battery life

Samsung is the outright Wear OS leader with its series of Galaxy Watch smartwatches. However, Google has been laying claim with the Pixel Watch over the past couple of years...
Feb 28, 2024 2 Min Read
Android

The Galaxy Z Fold 6 is Pixel Fold 2’s biggest rival, and here is the design in 5K renders and 360-degree video

A few days ago, the Pixel Fold 2 design was revealed in a 360-degree video and 5K renders, suggesting that Google might be preparing to ditch the iconic camera...
Feb 28, 2024 2 Min Read