Here's what you need to know about the latest midrange phone from Google
It's alive!
The release of the Pixel 8A is inching closer.
The Pixel 9 series will come with upgrades to the modem, as well as emergency satellite connectivity. See all the details here.
Maybe try changing the Wi-Fi band ("Wi-Fi Hotspot" -> "Speed and compatibility" menu)? Check also if you get the same slow internet with USB tethering.
That's one of the annoying parts of the stock OS (unless you can ignore the search bar), it's an unremovable part of the default Pixel launcher. To get rid of it you'd have to install a 3rd-party launcher, or just install GrapheneOS ๐
Its announcement at Google I/O keeps getting closer.
Google has, likely by mistake, shown off its upcoming Pixel 8a mid-range phone in an advertisement for Google Fi Wireless.
>The ad shows Googleโs new mid-range device in blue and off-white color variants, and itโs abundantly clear that it is the Pixel 8a. For one, the device in question has two cameras and a blue color, something the standard Pixel 8 wouldnโt fit. Itโs also lacking a microphone near the cameras.
The ad in question:
On April 8, a total solar eclipse will cross parts of North America. Hereโs what you need to know to capture it with your Pixel phone.
In case some of you want to take pictures tomorrow ๐
nothing but rumors right now but here they seem to expect something between $500 and $549: https://www.tomsguide.com/phones/google-pixel-phones/google-pixel-8a
The Pixel 8A is more like Googleโs non-pro phone than ever.
The Pro cameras will come in both a small and โXLโ size.
Have you tried contacting the manufacturer of your hearing aids? It's worth a shot and you don't have much to lose, + they're probably not even aware that there's an issue with them.
Do you still have that issue? I have Pixel Buds A and I haven't had any problem with my ear buds on GrapheneOS.
Out of curiosity, which one did you get?
But yeah, a case is definitely the first must-buy (went case-free for years, changed my mind recently as I dropped my P7a on concrete for the third time ๐). No MagSafe ring for mine, but I got a Ringke Onyx case. It's pretty cheap, looks great and even makes your phone much more pleasant to hold.
After months of being partially broken in the most frustrating way, the latest Google Pixel update fixes notification history.
Exciting news for Google Pixel fans! The upcoming Pixel 9 series will feature a 'Powered Off Finder' API, allowing you to track your device even when it's turned off.
Release notes and known issues for the latest Android 14 builds.
From the release notes, it provides the following fixes:
> - Fixed an issue that sometimes caused a device to crash or restart unexpectedly. > - Fixed an issue that sometimes caused a device to crash or restart unexpectedly while updating apps after the device was flashed. > - Fixed issues that caused a device to display a blank, black screen after booting from flash. > - Fixed an issue that caused a device to crash and display a blank, black screen after switching to a secondary user. > - Fixed issues when always-on display mode was enabled that interfered with the "Double tap to wake" gesture and prevented the device from unlocking if the user tried to use their fingerprint to unlock the device. > - Fixed an issue that sometimes caused battery information to not display correctly in the system settings, status bar, and on the lock screen. > - Fixed issues that prevented device-to-device transfers and backup and restore from working. > - Fixed various issues that were impacting system stability, performance, and camera.
The new beta targets the following devices:
- Pixel 5a;
- Pixel 6 and 6 Pro;
- Pixel 6a;
- Pixel 7 and 7 Pro;
- Pixel 7a;
- Pixel Fold;
- Pixel Tablet;
- Pixel 8 and 8 Pro.
In the 2000s we had AdSense. So now we're getting... AISense?
It all comes down to the power efficiency of their chips
Results look disappointing for the Pixel 8 Pro in this test as it lands last for battery life and does a bit better than the iPhone 15 Pro Max in terms of charging speed.
About how they perform their battery life test:
>This is done by using a light meter to calibrate their displays to 150 nits, then running a script that simulates web surfing over 5G cellular connectivity. This is done until their batteries are depleted.
Whenever I get lazy I just throw some seasoned chicken drumsticks in my airfryer and then add some Uncle Ben's rice. Almost 0 effort.
This reminds me of this Cyanide and Happiness short: https://youtube.com/watch?v=W09ltuxt3rI
There's also group C which I was part of, you just say that you just pooped or scratch your butt whenever they ask you to load/unload and they'll immediately offer to do that for you instead.
In partnership with one of the most trusted leaksters in the industry, @OnLeaks, we present before our readers their first look at high-quality Pixel Fold 2 renders.
Looks like the previous render leak was (unfortunately) spot on about the camera changes.
Typical Xonotic players: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K8JD2g4N9JA
An unnamed Google phone has popped up on a certification website with a near 5,000mAh battery. Speculation suggests it could be the Pixel 8a.
tl;dr: a testing certificate for a Google phone going by the model name "GH2MB" (similar to those of the Pixel 7a) is suggesting that the Pixel 8a might be getting a 4,942mAh battery. For a comparison, the Pixel 7a has 4,385mAh, the 8 has 4,575mAh and the 8 Pro has 5,050mAh.
This talk assumes no prior knowledge of functional programming.
It still works using just a web browser. Some might just prefer a native app, which Google is currently rolling out.
I do forget sometimes that I'm using uBlock Origin ๐. Thanks @JimboDHimbo@lemmy.ca for the link!
Here's what's coming... probably
tl;dr about the expected privacy feature: Pixel owners would be able to quickly see which apps have access to the camera or the microphone.
Screenshots from Android Central:
The Gemini Android app has become available in multiple other regions, including Europe and Asia, but you'll have to sideload it for now.
I love it, I use it on all of my devices at home and it works flawlessly.
Will the Samsung Galaxy A55 be as awesome as its predecessor?
A step-by-step guide to get you started with the best privacy/security ROM on Android
Just Android Police giving a shout-out to GrapheneOS :-)
(see also our previous thread about GrapheneOS)
Me see cat, me upvote ๐
I don't have a Xiaomi tablet but you could try what has been suggested in this thread: https://old.reddit.com/r/miui/comments/18tz52u/how_to_remove_this_3_dots_new_in_hyperos_mi_pad_6/
Following leaked renders of the Pixel 9 series, it seems the Pixel Fold 2 is joining the โprominent camera bumpโ...
Leaked photo from Android Authority:
