Android

Can you turn off emoji animations in Google Messages? Here's the answer

A recent Google Messages update introduced a delightful feature for emoji enthusiasts — animated emoji for messages containing only emoji. This builds upon Google’s playful approach to emoji...
Dec 08, 2023 1 Min Read
Google

Google shares method to restore missing files from Google Drive due to recent bug

Last month, Google started investigating a significant data loss issue impacting some Google Drive users. The issue came to light through a South Korean user’s forum post, quickly...
Dec 08, 2023 2 Min Read
Android

PSA: Google Pixel November patch coming as 2GB Android 14 update for some, but fret not

Google started rolling out the November security update to eligible Pixel devices earlier this week, tagging along several fixes for bugs introduced with last month’s update to Android...
Nov 10, 2023 2 Min Read
Google

Google Pixel Watch companion app to get a new full battery notification feature

Last month, Google updated the Pixel Watch companion app in readiness for the arrival of the Pixel Watch 2. The update, besides preparing for new features like DND and Bedtime...
Nov 10, 2023 1 Min Read
Fitbit

Google scaling down Fitbit & Nest products to Pixel availability

One of my major problems with the Google Pixel brand is its more limited global availability. Today, Pixel devices are available only in a handful of markets in Europe, Asia...
Nov 10, 2023 2 Min Read
Bugs and Issues

Pixel 8 phones hide lock screen notifications by default; here’s how to enable them (with a catch)

Here’s the crux of the article in video form: With the Pixel 8 and 8 Pro, Google introduced some significant improvements to the Face Unlock feature. The unbefitting...
Nov 09, 2023 2 Min Read
Google

Google Store out of Pixel 7 Pro stock in 9 countries & Pixel 7 in 5 markets

Here’s the crux of the article in video form: The release of the new Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro was accompanied by massive discounts and offers...
Nov 08, 2023 2 Min Read
Android

Android 14 November update fixes Pixel 7 Pro green flash & Pixel 8 screen jittering issues

The latest Android 14-based November security update will be rolling out to all eligible Google Pixel devices in the coming days following Monday’s release. Besides the new...
Nov 08, 2023 2 Min Read
Google

Google Pixel 8 & 8 Pro allegedly the first to use Samsung's ISOCELL S5KGNK camera sensor

At the Pixel 8 launch event, Google revealed that the phones come with a new sensor on the main camera when compared to the Pixel 7. However, details of this...
Nov 06, 2023 1 Min Read
Analysis

Ordering a Google Pixel phone in an unsupported country? Here’s what you should know

Google expanded the availability of the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro to 20 markets, up from 17 markets for the Pixel 7 and 7 Pro. As part of the...
Nov 06, 2023 5 Min Read
Android

Facebook app back button not working on Google Pixel & other Android devices

The latest Facebook app update has become a source of frustration for Google Pixel users and the Android fraternity at large due to the back button not working properly. According...
Nov 06, 2023 1 Min Read
Android

Google Pixel 8 Face Unlock not working reliably in low light conditions

Following last month’s launch, the Google Pixel 8 and the Pixel 8 Pro are now reaching more people across the globe. The duo is well endowed with features...
Nov 03, 2023 2 Min Read