Android 15 QPR1 beta brings desktop mode to Pixel Tablet, settings redesign, and lock screen widgets and more https://www.imjdg.com/2024/09/13/android-15-qpr1-beta-brings-desktop-mode-to-pixel-tablet-settings-redesign-and-lock-screen-widgets-and-more/
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Android 15 QPR1 beta brings desktop mode to Pixel Tablet, settings redesign, and lock screen widgets and more
Key Points: Desktop Windowing: Allows multiple apps to run in resizable windows, enhancing productivity on Pixel Tablets. Settings Redesign: Streamlined organization with Material You updates for easier navigation. Lock Screen Widgets: Brings back lock screen…
Pixel 9 Pro repair costs show expensive camera upgrade, cheaper rear cover, and design changes https://www.imjdg.com/2024/09/13/pixel-9-pro-repair-costs-show-expensive-camera-upgrade-cheaper-rear-cover-and-design-changes/
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Pixel 9 Pro repair costs show expensive camera upgrade, cheaper rear cover, and design changes
Top 3 Key Points: Pixel 9 Pro’s camera repairs are $70 pricier than the Pixel 8 Pro’s. The rear cover for Pixel 9 Pro is cheaper, reflecting its simplified design. Most Pixel 9 Pro parts remain similarly priced, with slight changes in USB-C assembly costs.…
Google Home to introduce ‘Vacation Mode’ and improved matter device support, while Google TV rebrands free channels as ‘Freeplay’ https://www.imjdg.com/2024/09/13/google-home-to-introduce-vacation-mode-and-improved-matter-device-support-while-google-tv-rebrands-free-channels-as-freeplay/
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Google Home to introduce ‘Vacation Mode’ and improved matter device support, while Google TV rebrands free channels as ‘Freeplay’
Top 3 Key Points: Google Home is adding a new “Vacation Mode” feature for smart home control. Improved Matter support will allow pairing devices set up elsewhere. Google TV rebrands its free channels as “Freeplay” with more channels available. Google is enhancing…
Android 15 QPR1 brings Pixel battery optimization and tests color status bar icons https://www.imjdg.com/2024/09/13/android-15-qpr1-brings-pixel-battery-optimization-and-tests-color-status-bar-icons/
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Android 15 QPR1 brings Pixel battery optimization and tests color status bar icons
Top 3 Key Points: Pixel devices get a new feature to limit battery charging to 80%. Google is testing colorful app icons for notifications in the status bar. The changes aim to extend battery life and experiment with notification visuals. The Android 15 QPR1…
Android 15 QPR1 update brings 80% battery charging limit and adds Pixel 9 Pro series to beta program https://www.imjdg.com/2024/09/13/android-15-qpr1-update-brings-80-battery-charging-limit-and-adds-pixel-9-pro-series-to-beta-program/
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Android 15 QPR1 update brings 80% battery charging limit and adds Pixel 9 Pro series to beta program
Top 3 Key Points: 80% Battery Limit Enabled: Android 15 QPR1 Beta now lets users limit charging to 80%, improving battery longevity. Pixel 9 Pro Series Joins Beta: Pixel 9 Pro and 9 Pro Fold now support the Android 15 Beta Program. New Features and Fixes:…
Google Contacts revamps contact creation and gears up for Apple’s stolen device protection-like feature https://www.imjdg.com/2024/09/13/google-contacts-revamps-contact-creation-and-gears-up-for-apples-stolen-device-protection-like-feature/
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Google Contacts revamps contact creation and gears up for Apple’s stolen device protection-like feature
Top 3 Key Points: Google Contacts redesign simplifies creating new contacts with centered fields and shortcuts. Android 15 may introduce “mandatory biometrics,” restricting fallback PIN/password access outside trusted locations. Google aims to improve security…
Google Pixel's new adaptive touch feature enhances usability in all conditions https://www.imjdg.com/2024/09/14/google-pixels-new-adaptive-touch-feature-enhances-usability-in-all-conditions/
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Google Pixel’s new adaptive touch feature enhances usability in all conditions
Key Points: Google’s new Pixel smartphones have improved screen touch sensitivity with “adaptive touch.” The feature adjusts to wet conditions, screen protectors, and user activities for accurate input. Early tests show significant improvements, especially…
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold surprises with sturdy hinge in durability test https://www.imjdg.com/2024/09/15/google-pixel-9-pro-fold-surprises-with-sturdy-hinge-in-durability-test/
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Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold surprises with sturdy hinge in durability test
Top 3 Key Points: Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold’s hinge impressed in a tough durability test. Despite a strong hinge, the inner display and device halves showed weaknesses. The foldable performed well overall but remains vulnerable to dust and damage. Google Pixel…
Google Search app on Android faces crashes in widespread bug https://www.imjdg.com/2024/09/15/google-search-app-on-android-faces-crashes-in-widespread-bug/
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Google Search app on Android faces crashes in widespread bug
Key Points: Google Search app crashes repeatedly on Android devices. The issue affects various versions of Android, including 15 and 14. Google Assistant, Lens, and Chrome remain functional as temporary solutions. A significant number of Android users experienced…
Android 15 QPR1 Beta 2 Issues: Pixel screenshot glitches, lockscreen bugs, and more https://www.imjdg.com/2024/09/15/android-15-qpr1-beta-2-issues-pixel-screenshot-glitches-lockscreen-bugs-and-more/
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Android 15 QPR1 Beta 2 Issues: Pixel screenshot glitches, lockscreen bugs, and more
Top 3 Key Points: Screenshot issues: Screenshots aren’t processed automatically and don’t show app details. Lockscreen bugs: Lockscreen shortcuts disappear after reboot and need resetting. Camera glitch: Exiting the camera on the lock screen can cause it…
Android Launcher developers unite to urge Google for improvements and Chrome’s address bar switch set for final return https://www.imjdg.com/2024/09/16/android-launcher-developers-unite-to-urge-google-for-improvements-and-chromes-address-bar-switch-set-for-final-return/
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Android Launcher developers unite to urge Google for improvements and Chrome’s address bar switch set for final return
Top 3 Key Points: Android launcher developers collaborate to push Google for better user experience due to ongoing issues. A survey was launched to gather data, aimed at fixing bugs and improving third-party launcher compatibility. Chrome for Android is likely…
Android 15 brings new features to Android Automotive: dock, bluetooth upgrades, and cross-device notifications https://www.imjdg.com/2024/09/16/android-15-brings-new-features-to-android-automotive-dock-bluetooth-upgrades-and-cross-device-notifications/
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Android 15 brings new features to Android Automotive: dock, bluetooth upgrades, and cross-device notifications
Top 3 Key Points: Android 15 introduces a new home screen dock and enhanced Bluetooth capabilities for Android Automotive. Notifications may soon sync across multiple Android devices, according to code found in the latest beta. Improved audio controls and…
Google Pixel 10 series codenames leak: here’s what to expect https://www.imjdg.com/2024/09/16/google-pixel-10-series-codenames-leak-heres-what-to-expect/
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Google Pixel 10 series codenames leak: here’s what to expect
Top 3 Key Points: Pixel 10 Codenames Revealed: Codenames for the Pixel 10 series include ‘Frankel’, ‘Blazer’, and ‘Mustang’. Pixel 9a and Pixel 10 Release Timeline: Pixel 9a is expected in May 2025, and Pixel 10 series is set for Fall 2025. Commitment to…
Gmail’s AI powers now integrated into Gemini Assistant and Google Slides adds multi-monitor presentation support https://www.imjdg.com/2024/09/17/gmails-ai-powers-now-integrated-into-gemini-assistant-and-google-slides-adds-multi-monitor-presentation-support/
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Gmail’s AI powers now integrated into Gemini Assistant and Google Slides adds multi-monitor presentation support
Top 3 Key Points: Gmail AI Features Integrated: Google is embedding Gmail’s AI into Gemini Assistant for enhanced email tools like summarizing and drafting responses. Exclusive to Select Users: Only paying users or those in Google’s Workspace Labs program…
Google set to use TSMC’s 2nm technology for Tensor G6 chipset https://www.imjdg.com/2024/09/17/google-set-to-use-tsmcs-2nm-technology-for-tensor-g6-chipset/
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Google set to use TSMC’s 2nm technology for Tensor G6 chipset
Key Points: Google will likely use TSMC’s 2nm process for its next Tensor G6 chipset. Google has moved away from Samsung due to lower chip yield issues. TSMC is already producing Tensor G5 chips and could start 2nm production soon. Google to Use TSMC’s 2nm…
Google Fi awaits Apple’s RCS support for iPhones, search widget gets custom shortcuts and Wear OS gets health upgrades https://www.imjdg.com/2024/09/17/google-fi-awaits-apples-rcs-support-for-iphones-search-widget-gets-custom-shortcuts-and-wear-os-gets-health-upgrades/
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Google Fi awaits Apple’s RCS support for iPhones, search widget gets custom shortcuts and Wear OS gets health upgrades
Top 3 Key Points: Google Fi waits on Apple to enable RCS support for iPhone users, despite iOS 18’s release. Google updates its iPhone Search widget with customizable shortcuts like Gemini and Lens. Wear OS smartwatches will soon get health upgrades through…
Google Photos and Gmail get AI upgrades https://www.imjdg.com/2024/09/17/google-photos-and-gmail-get-ai-upgrades/
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Google Photos and Gmail get AI upgrades
Key Points: Flip Photos: Google Photos now lets you flip photos and videos horizontally. AI in Gmail: Gmail’s AI features are now accessible directly in the Gemini Assistant. Limited Availability: The new features are currently rolling out and may not be…
Ultra-Wideband and AR enhancements coming to Google’s Find My Device, plus easier management of trusted places https://www.imjdg.com/2024/09/17/ultra-wideband-and-ar-enhancements-coming-to-googles-find-my-device-plus-easier-management-of-trusted-places/
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Ultra-Wideband and AR enhancements coming to Google’s Find My Device, plus easier management of trusted places
Key Points: Google is adding Ultra-Wideband (UWB) and AR to enhance indoor tracking in Find My Device. The Find My Device app may soon offer AR-based directions to locate lost devices with high precision. Google plans to simplify managing Trusted Places for…
Juggling Accounts and Easier Sharing: New features in Google Messages and Chrome https://www.imjdg.com/2024/09/18/juggling-accounts-and-easier-sharing-new-features-in-google-messages-and-chrome/
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Juggling Accounts and Easier Sharing: New features in Google Messages and Chrome
Here’s a quick rundown: Google Messages: You might soon be able to switch between accounts when texting, making it easier for users with multiple SIMs or accounts. Android Cross-device services: Share your internet connection and transfer calls seamlessly…
Faster keyboard switching on Android https://www.imjdg.com/2024/09/18/faster-keyboard-switching-on-android/
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Faster keyboard switching on Android
Key points: Android 15 QPR1 Beta introduces a new navigation bar key for quick keyboard switching. This allows for faster switching between multiple keyboard apps and languages. The feature is currently being tested and is expected to become standard on Google…