Android

Chrome for Android eyes granular control with 'Allow this time' one-time permission

Following in the footsteps of its desktop counterpart, Google Chrome is reportedly gearing up to add ‘Allow this time’ one-time permission to its Android mobile app, aiming...
Dec 15, 2023 1 Min Read
Google

Pixel 8 Pro lengthy 'Video Boost' processing time takes the fun out of the feature

Google Pixel 8 Pro owners eagerly awaited the arrival of Video Boost, a feature promising enhanced colors and dynamic range for captured videos. However, the initial excitement is facing a...
Dec 15, 2023 2 Min Read
Bugs and Issues

Google investigating unresponsive Home & Home Mini devices likely due to a recent update

Update 1 (December 27, 2023) 02.45 pm (IST): A Google community manager says the team has identified the cause of this issue and stopped the software rollout. Those affected...
Dec 15, 2023 2 Min Read
Android

Pixel Buds A-Series audio keeps dropping out on Pixel phones connected to Pixel Watch (workarounds inside)

Update 2 (February 08, 2024) 11:49 am (IST): While some users noted that the bug was fixed on the beta channel, users on the stable builds, including the latest...
Dec 15, 2023 3 Min Read
Android

Android 14 QPR2 Beta 2 feedback survey for Pixel phones now live

As Google continues to refine the Android 14 experience, the company has now initiated a feedback survey for Android 14 QPR2 Beta 2. This feedback survey is a crucial step...
Dec 14, 2023 1 Min Read
Google

You might soon be able to relocate At a Glance widget on your Google Pixel phone

Google Pixel users are in for a treat with the upcoming Android 14 QPR2 release. Apparently, Google has plans to give Pixel Launcher users more control over their homescreen with...
Dec 14, 2023 1 Min Read
Bugs and Issues

Google Assistant not scheduling actions for devices configured as 'Outlets' issue under investigation

In an unexpected turn of events, Google Assistant users are reporting issues with scheduling actions for devices configured as outlets. This sudden change is leaving users frustrated as they can...
Dec 14, 2023 2 Min Read
Bugs and Issues

Some Pixel Tablet users unable to add device to Google Home speaker group in Hub Mode

Google’s Pixel Tablet is supposed to seamlessly blend into your smart home when in Hub Mode, but for some users, the party’s not starting. A growing...
Dec 13, 2023 1 Min Read
Android

Google Messages 'You're sharing screen with someone' warning leaves many users puzzled (potential workarounds)

Google Messages has a new weapon against scammers who lurk for one-time passwords (OTPs) sent via SMS. In a new feature that seems to be rolling out widely, Google...
Dec 13, 2023 2 Min Read
Android

Google fixed Play System stuck on 'Checking for update' issue, but it appears to be rolling out gradually

For several days, Android users across the globe have been left in limbo, their phones stuck on the ‘Checking for update’ screen for the crucial November 1 Google...
Dec 13, 2023 1 Min Read
Bugs and Issues

Google Pixel 6a touchscreen sensitivity bugged when charging for some after Android 14 update

Google Pixel 6a users are facing a frustrating issue since upgrading to Android 14 where the phone’s touchscreen sensitivity plummets while charging. Reports have been pouring in over...
Dec 13, 2023 1 Min Read
Android

Android 14 preparing to add a system-wide 'Keyboard vibration' toggle

Those annoying keyboard vibrations might finally be getting easier to silence on Android thanks to an upcoming system-wide ‘Keyboard vibration’ toggle spotted in the latest Android 14...
Dec 12, 2023 1 Min Read