#Photos
Google Photos new update let you manage your photos and videos much easier
A server side update of Google Photos is rolling out widely for everyone, making management of photos and videos easier.
When first opening the app, you will see a tick icon at the right side of the month noscript, tapping on it will select all photos of the month. Then you will see a sheet menu with several options: Share, Add to, Bin, (Backup), Move to archive, Delete from device, Edit location, Move to Locked Folder.
Dragging up the sheet menu will let you add to existing album. Tapping on View all will give you option to create album, shared album, movie, animation and collage. Next you will see recent albums, and lastly all albums at the very bottom.
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Google Photos new update let you manage your photos and videos much easier
A server side update of Google Photos is rolling out widely for everyone, making management of photos and videos easier.
When first opening the app, you will see a tick icon at the right side of the month noscript, tapping on it will select all photos of the month. Then you will see a sheet menu with several options: Share, Add to, Bin, (Backup), Move to archive, Delete from device, Edit location, Move to Locked Folder.
Dragging up the sheet menu will let you add to existing album. Tapping on View all will give you option to create album, shared album, movie, animation and collage. Next you will see recent albums, and lastly all albums at the very bottom.
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#Pixel6
Pixel 6 December update scheduled to release on December 13
Mishaal Rahman
Google delayed the December update with Feature Drop for Pixel 6 devices, weird. Anyway it is expected to arrive one week later than other Pixel devices.
Mishaal Rahman spotted that Google Japan has reported the update will be going live on December 13 for the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro.
*By the way, have saw this on Reddit when Pixel 6 is reported to receive late update, Canada carrier Fido already confirmed that the Pixel 6 will be receiving the update on December 13 too. With Google staff confirming it, no doubt it will be shipping on that date.
Pixel 6 December update scheduled to release on December 13
Mishaal Rahman
Google delayed the December update with Feature Drop for Pixel 6 devices, weird. Anyway it is expected to arrive one week later than other Pixel devices.
Mishaal Rahman spotted that Google Japan has reported the update will be going live on December 13 for the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro.
*By the way, have saw this on Reddit when Pixel 6 is reported to receive late update, Canada carrier Fido already confirmed that the Pixel 6 will be receiving the update on December 13 too. With Google staff confirming it, no doubt it will be shipping on that date.
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#Android #A12L
Pixel Launcher's app suggestions change with animation
Android 12L has added a lot of animations in several places, like opening the Internet and QS tiles for example, making the experience of using it feel smooth.
Another added animation in Android 12L is the app suggestions. The suggestions will change with animations going upwards. Yet another nice addition making the OS much more smooth and natural to use. Nice job, Google!
Pixel Launcher's app suggestions change with animation
Android 12L has added a lot of animations in several places, like opening the Internet and QS tiles for example, making the experience of using it feel smooth.
Another added animation in Android 12L is the app suggestions. The suggestions will change with animations going upwards. Yet another nice addition making the OS much more smooth and natural to use. Nice job, Google!
#Apps #Gmail
Gmail fixes annoying ‘undo’ button bug on Android 12
9To5Google
I don't think many people know about this bug, but anyway, Gmail is recently rolling out an update to fix the "undo" button bug in the notification.
If you frequently used Gmail quick action to archive (or delete) mail, then you will notice the notification will appear for a few seconds with an "undo" button to revert your action. On Android 12, the feature has been broken for a while actually, users have to minimise the notification in order to get to see the "undo" button.
On Gmail app version 2021.11.14, the bug has been resolved, with the "Undo" button now appearing properly when the notification is expanded.
Download (2021.11.14):
Play Store | APKMirror
Gmail fixes annoying ‘undo’ button bug on Android 12
9To5Google
I don't think many people know about this bug, but anyway, Gmail is recently rolling out an update to fix the "undo" button bug in the notification.
If you frequently used Gmail quick action to archive (or delete) mail, then you will notice the notification will appear for a few seconds with an "undo" button to revert your action. On Android 12, the feature has been broken for a while actually, users have to minimise the notification in order to get to see the "undo" button.
On Gmail app version 2021.11.14, the bug has been resolved, with the "Undo" button now appearing properly when the notification is expanded.
Download (2021.11.14):
Play Store | APKMirror
#Home
Apple Music for Nest and Home devices is available in five more countries
Made By Google
Made by Google official Twitter announced Apple Music for Google Nest and Home devices is expanding to five more countries.
These five countries are: Australia, Canada, India, Mexico, and Korea. To use the feature, head to Google Assistant settings and find Music, or open the Google Home app and open settings, then find Music.
Under More services, you will find Apple Music with a blue link icon, Tap on it and enter your Apple ID, and now you can enjoy Apple Music library with your Nest and Home devices.
Apple Music for Nest and Home devices is available in five more countries
Made By Google
Made by Google official Twitter announced Apple Music for Google Nest and Home devices is expanding to five more countries.
These five countries are: Australia, Canada, India, Mexico, and Korea. To use the feature, head to Google Assistant settings and find Music, or open the Google Home app and open settings, then find Music.
Under More services, you will find Apple Music with a blue link icon, Tap on it and enter your Apple ID, and now you can enjoy Apple Music library with your Nest and Home devices.
#News #GooglePlay
Android games are arriving on Windows in 2022
The Verge
You can play your favourite Android games on your Windows computer starting next year.
Google just teased about it in The Game Awards. They will be bringing Google Play Games to Windows in 2022, which means you can seamlessly play these games across your signed-in devices. Google said they will manage distributing the games themselves.
All the games will be running locally on your device. Those games will also be compatible with Windows 10 and later, said Greg Hartrell, Google’s product director of games on Android and Google Play,
Android games are arriving on Windows in 2022
The Verge
You can play your favourite Android games on your Windows computer starting next year.
Google just teased about it in The Game Awards. They will be bringing Google Play Games to Windows in 2022, which means you can seamlessly play these games across your signed-in devices. Google said they will manage distributing the games themselves.
All the games will be running locally on your device. Those games will also be compatible with Windows 10 and later, said Greg Hartrell, Google’s product director of games on Android and Google Play,
The Verge
Google is bringing Android games to Windows in 2022
Google’s grand Android games plan begins.
#YouTube
YouTube Premium members are getting deal of PC Game Pass for 3 months free
9To5Google
PC Game Pass is previously Xbox Game Pass, but Microsoft just rebranded it during The Game Awards. Just after that announcement, Google is starting to give out 3 months free of PC Game Pass to YouTube Premium members.
Google is sending out the deal over email to US residences only. You will need a Microsoft in order to redeem it successfully. The offers will last till the end of 2021.
YouTube Premium members are getting deal of PC Game Pass for 3 months free
9To5Google
PC Game Pass is previously Xbox Game Pass, but Microsoft just rebranded it during The Game Awards. Just after that announcement, Google is starting to give out 3 months free of PC Game Pass to YouTube Premium members.
Google is sending out the deal over email to US residences only. You will need a Microsoft in order to redeem it successfully. The offers will last till the end of 2021.
#Photos
Google Photos widely rolling out 'People & Pets' widget, Cinematic photos got upgrade and more
Google Blog
Holidays are coming and Google Photos is gaining some update. First, they highlight about the new People & Pet widget, which have started rolling out for a while. Cinematic photos are also getting some improvements, making the result much better.
Memories carousel will also now show holiday and important events, which have started rolling out since last week. Google also now let users to view Google Photos Memories from Nest Hub on "Your day" tab.
Lastly, a holiday poem by Google:
Google Photos widely rolling out 'People & Pets' widget, Cinematic photos got upgrade and more
Google Blog
Holidays are coming and Google Photos is gaining some update. First, they highlight about the new People & Pet widget, which have started rolling out for a while. Cinematic photos are also getting some improvements, making the result much better.
Memories carousel will also now show holiday and important events, which have started rolling out since last week. Google also now let users to view Google Photos Memories from Nest Hub on "Your day" tab.
Lastly, a holiday poem by Google:
'Twas a few weeks before the New Year and all through the land,
people were looking back at the time that had spanned.
They looked at photos and videos that they hold dear,
from this week, last month and year after year.
With Google Photos, built just for you,
your memories can come back to life anew.
So here is a list of five ways to look back,
from your home screen, a smart display — or all in the app.#Android #A12 #A12L
Android 12 themed icons collection continue to expand
So far, Android 12 themed icons have been limited to only a few Google apps, and the collection of it has been expanding with updates.
For now, with the regular December update, Google has added Classroom themed icon, on earlier builds it isn't there. Also Android 12L has added much more themed icons for more apps. Here are the apps that have been added into the collection:
• Admin*
• Earth*
• Find My Device*
• Fitbit
• Nest
• Voice
Those three apps with * label for now currently can't display out the themed icons yet, it likely it will get fix in the next beta update. Rest of the three apps can display it properly.
Notes:
• Thanks @PixelBoot for the screenshot
Android 12 themed icons collection continue to expand
So far, Android 12 themed icons have been limited to only a few Google apps, and the collection of it has been expanding with updates.
For now, with the regular December update, Google has added Classroom themed icon, on earlier builds it isn't there. Also Android 12L has added much more themed icons for more apps. Here are the apps that have been added into the collection:
• Admin*
• Earth*
• Find My Device*
• Fitbit
• Nest
• Voice
Those three apps with * label for now currently can't display out the themed icons yet, it likely it will get fix in the next beta update. Rest of the three apps can display it properly.
Notes:
• Thanks @PixelBoot for the screenshot
#News #Google
Google partnered with NASA to create 3D model of the James Webb Space Telescope
Google Blog
The world continue to explore, and Google let you discover all the information. NASA is launching James Webb Space Telescope on December 22, which is a successor to the iconic Hubble Space Telescope, to explore the mystery of the universe out there.
World's largest search engine company Google just partnered up with NASA, created 3D model of the James Webb Space Telescope, now you get to see the telescope up close.
Some facts about it, the yellow stuff gathered together on the telescope is the 18 ultra-sensitive primary mirror segments. The telescope will be distanced one million mile (1.6 million km) away from Earth after one month of launching. six months later it will take its first picture in the space.
Google Arts & Culture also has a interactive site which let you learn more about the telescope. You can also view the 3D model from here, AR experience is available on the Google app (Arts & Culture too) for Android and iOS. Search James Webb Space Telescope on Google and you will find it.
Google partnered with NASA to create 3D model of the James Webb Space Telescope
Google Blog
The world continue to explore, and Google let you discover all the information. NASA is launching James Webb Space Telescope on December 22, which is a successor to the iconic Hubble Space Telescope, to explore the mystery of the universe out there.
World's largest search engine company Google just partnered up with NASA, created 3D model of the James Webb Space Telescope, now you get to see the telescope up close.
Some facts about it, the yellow stuff gathered together on the telescope is the 18 ultra-sensitive primary mirror segments. The telescope will be distanced one million mile (1.6 million km) away from Earth after one month of launching. six months later it will take its first picture in the space.
Google Arts & Culture also has a interactive site which let you learn more about the telescope. You can also view the 3D model from here, AR experience is available on the Google app (Arts & Culture too) for Android and iOS. Search James Webb Space Telescope on Google and you will find it.
Google
The James Webb Space Telescope in your living room
On December 22, the world’s biggest and most powerful space science telescope will launch from Kourou, French Guiana, providing an unprecedented glimpse of our universe. NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope, a partnership with the European and Canadian space…
#Google
Google Search start testing out new search suggestion interface
Google Search on desktop web is testing out a new experiment with search suggestion.
As you can see from the image, the search suggestion now featured "People also ask" and "People also search for" beside the search suggestion on the right side. "People also search for" section used to display under the search suggestion.
By the way, searching for the term James Webb Space Telescope will surface the new Top news organisation layout. You can also learn more about the telescope here.
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Google Search start testing out new search suggestion interface
Google Search on desktop web is testing out a new experiment with search suggestion.
As you can see from the image, the search suggestion now featured "People also ask" and "People also search for" beside the search suggestion on the right side. "People also search for" section used to display under the search suggestion.
By the way, searching for the term James Webb Space Telescope will surface the new Top news organisation layout. You can also learn more about the telescope here.
Follow @PixelHubUpdates
Google Pixel Hub
#News #Android Microsoft Team app is preventing Android users to call emergency number 911 r/GooglePixel Around last week, a Pixel 3 user try to call 911 but failed to do so. As this is a serious bug, many people have upvoted the post and people from Google…
#News #Android
Microsoft Team app update fixed emergency calling 911 issue on Android phone
Mishaal Rahman | Medium | Previous post
Earlier a Pixel 3 user posted on Reddit that he wasn't able to dial emergency number 911, and later Google responded that it a bug caused by Microsoft Team app for users who didn't sign in. An update for the app has been distributed to fix the issue.
The app version 1416/1.0.0.2021194504 of Microsoft Teams app should fix the issue, and it's rolling out to the Play Store. Meanwhile Mishaal Rahman also has released a post on Medium (link above), explaining how the issue is happening in details.
Here's a preview of what's happening. Microsoft Teams is used as a phone application to register an account (PhoneAccount) with the system. If you are not signed in, it will re-register a new PhoneAccount with every cold launch.
Once the number of PhoneAccounts generated reaches a certain amount, the system might mistakenly hand over the process to Teams. Since Teams itself cannot handle it, so users can't make emergency calls. When you are signed in, it won't register redundant PhoneAccount repeatedly, hence the bug won't occur.
Either way, the issue is solved with app update, it is available to download from Play Store or APKMirror.
Microsoft Team app update fixed emergency calling 911 issue on Android phone
Mishaal Rahman | Medium | Previous post
Earlier a Pixel 3 user posted on Reddit that he wasn't able to dial emergency number 911, and later Google responded that it a bug caused by Microsoft Team app for users who didn't sign in. An update for the app has been distributed to fix the issue.
The app version 1416/1.0.0.2021194504 of Microsoft Teams app should fix the issue, and it's rolling out to the Play Store. Meanwhile Mishaal Rahman also has released a post on Medium (link above), explaining how the issue is happening in details.
Here's a preview of what's happening. Microsoft Teams is used as a phone application to register an account (PhoneAccount) with the system. If you are not signed in, it will re-register a new PhoneAccount with every cold launch.
Once the number of PhoneAccounts generated reaches a certain amount, the system might mistakenly hand over the process to Teams. Since Teams itself cannot handle it, so users can't make emergency calls. When you are signed in, it won't register redundant PhoneAccount repeatedly, hence the bug won't occur.
Either way, the issue is solved with app update, it is available to download from Play Store or APKMirror.
Twitter
Mishaal Rahman
Version 1416/1.0.0.2021183702 of Microsoft Teams was the latest that was available through Google Play before tonight. The new update brings the app's version to 1416/1.0.0.2021194504.
#YouTube
YouTube is rolling out engagement graph feature as part of the YouTube Premium experiments
Earlier YouTube rolled out engagement graph feature only to a very few users, and now the feature is available for testing with a YouTube Premium subnoscription.
Engagement graph in YouTube is a graph which show how other users view the video. The higher the graph means more people have viewed it, while lower means less people have viewed it. YouTube will highlight "Most Viewed" when you scrub through the highest graph so you can just check out the part which most users have watched.
It's now available for all Premium members to try out till January 7, 2022.
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YouTube is rolling out engagement graph feature as part of the YouTube Premium experiments
Earlier YouTube rolled out engagement graph feature only to a very few users, and now the feature is available for testing with a YouTube Premium subnoscription.
Engagement graph in YouTube is a graph which show how other users view the video. The higher the graph means more people have viewed it, while lower means less people have viewed it. YouTube will highlight "Most Viewed" when you scrub through the highest graph so you can just check out the part which most users have watched.
It's now available for all Premium members to try out till January 7, 2022.
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#YouTube
YouTube soon will gain Collections feature in Subnoscriptions
Creator Insiders (YouTube)
To better organise your subnoscription feed, YouTube might roll out a nifty feature for your subnoscription page soon.
For now, YouTube only show all your subnoscriptions in one page, which you might feel there are too annoying if you have subscribed to a lot of channels. YouTube is solving this issue by introducing Collections.
Collections will be similar to folder, which can let you select several channels and gather them into one group, and entering the specific collection will only show up the creators' videos that you have selected for that collection.
It's unclear whether the feature will be available in every platform like TV when it is make available. Anyway your subnoscriptions feed can now be much more organised soon.
YouTube soon will gain Collections feature in Subnoscriptions
Creator Insiders (YouTube)
To better organise your subnoscription feed, YouTube might roll out a nifty feature for your subnoscription page soon.
For now, YouTube only show all your subnoscriptions in one page, which you might feel there are too annoying if you have subscribed to a lot of channels. YouTube is solving this issue by introducing Collections.
Collections will be similar to folder, which can let you select several channels and gather them into one group, and entering the specific collection will only show up the creators' videos that you have selected for that collection.
It's unclear whether the feature will be available in every platform like TV when it is make available. Anyway your subnoscriptions feed can now be much more organised soon.