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Pixel Lock Screen Shortcuts Put Focus Mode and Video Capture One Tap Away
Replacing Pixel lock screen shortcuts enables instant Focus mode and video capture without unlocking.
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Pixel 11 Battery Drain Linked to Wi-Fi Equipment Issue
Pixel 11's abnormal standby drain traced to Wi-Fi 6 controls on specific gear blocking deep sleep.
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Gboard Errors Stem From Thumb Placement, Height Adjustment Improves Accuracy
Frequent Gboard errors on Pixel 8 stemmed from tap placement, not autocorrect. Height adjustment and dictionary cleanup help.
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Pixel Adds Fingerprint Unlock from Screen-Off State in New Android 16 Feature
With Android 16 QPR2, Pixel supports fingerprint unlock from a turned-off screen without using the power button.
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What Is a Foldable Smartphone? How It Works and How to Choose [2026 Edition]
How foldable phones work, flip vs. fold differences, pros and cons, and buying tips, plus weight and price comparisons.
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Google Store Trade-In Proves Its Strength With High Valuations for Pixel 11
Starting at $899, the Pixel 11 sees Google Store trade-ins hundreds of dollars higher than rivals, with strong values even for older devices.
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Doubling Standby Time by Blocking Background Data for 90% of Apps on Android
Blocking background data for 90% of apps on Android doubled standby battery life. We explain the setup steps and side effects.
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How a Clipboard Manager on Pixel Revolutionizes Productivity
Addressing Android's default clipboard limitations via a third-party app, dramatically enhancing Pixel's workflow.
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Felony Charges for Entering "Duress Passcode" at Border Check, GrapheneOS User Indicted
Activist indicted by federal grand jury for entering "duress passcode" to wipe device during border check. New chapter in digital privacy vs. law enforcement debate.
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Made by Google 2026, Pixel 11 Series Announcement Live Stream
Google announced the Pixel 11 series and Pixel Watch 5 at "Made by Google 2026." A live show with star cast hosted by Trevor Noah was held.
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Settings to Try If Your Pixel Feels Slow: Tips to Restore Speed
Discover settings to disable on Google Pixel devices to address perceived slowdowns and improve performance.
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Issues Caused by Immediate Pixel Updates: Stability Improves with a One-Week Delay
Reevaluating the habit of installing Google Pixel updates immediately and waiting about a week instead has been shown to improve device stability. Frequent updates may ironically lead to bugs, highlighting a key challenge.
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Android 17 QPR 2 Beta 1 Begins Rolling Out to Pixel Devices, Focus on Bug Fixes
Android 17 QPR 2 Beta 1 is now available for supported Pixel devices. It includes numerous bug fixes aimed at improving stability. However, the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro are not supported.
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Glowbar Brings Pixel Glow to All Android Devices for Just $1
The Pixel Glow feature, highlighted in the Google Pixel 11, is recreated via the $1 Android app "Glowbar." The free version offers visual effects only, while the paid version adds functional features like notifications and battery indicators.
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Pixel Incoming Call Silence Bug Emerges as a Serious, Unexplained Issue
A bug in Pixel smartphones is preventing ringtones from sounding, causing users to miss incoming calls. Links to Scam Detection and Call Screening features are suspected, but changing settings doesn’t always resolve the issue.
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Android 17 Adds Support for High-Quality LHDCv5 Codec on Pixel Devices
The Android 17 update brings native support for the LHDCv5 codec to Pixel devices, enabling high-quality audio playback even on non-LDAC wireless earphones. Here's how to activate it via Developer Options.
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Touchscreen Issues Reported on Pixel Devices with Android 17
The Android 17 update has caused touchscreen malfunctions across all Pixel models. Google is working on a fix, but delaying the update is advised.
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Android 17 Wi-Fi Bug Concentrated in Google Apps
Reports of Wi-Fi connectivity issues have surfaced shortly after the rollout of Android 17. Despite showing as connected, no data transmission occurs, particularly affecting Google apps. Enabling IPv6 on routers has been suggested as a workaround.
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Pixel 10a Gains Voice Translate Functionality with June Pixel Drop
Google's June Pixel Drop update brings Voice Translate, previously exclusive to the Pixel 10 series, to the more affordable Pixel 10a. While limited to six languages, this feature enables real-time call translation at an accessible price point.