#YouTube
YouTube ESCAPE 2021 Recap
YouTube (YouTube Video)

For those who didn't get the time to watch YouTube ESCAPE 2021 live stream, the recap video has been released.

Basically YouTube ESCAPE 2021 celebrated the largest trend on the platform of the year 2021. It is an interactive live stream with three chapters hosted during December 16.

One of the largest achievement being done on YouTube is that Minecraft video content has gained over total of one trillion views (that 12 "0" at the back). Another one is that BTS "Butter" music video is the fastest video to gain the most views in 24 hours, 108.2 million views is recorded. YouTube decide to merge both of them and celebrate it at the end, you can watch it over here.

There are a lot more trends happened over the past year, watch the recap video to learn more.

#Calculator #MY
Google Calculator (Dynamic Color Copy)
Updated: 19/12/2021

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Introduction:
Google Calculator 8.1 Material You but with more accent colors for Android 6+.

14 variant of colors for you to choose from: Blue, Blue (MY), Cyan, Gray, Green, Green (MY), Orange, Pink, Purple, Purple (MY), Red, Red (MY), Yellow, Yellow Green

Notes:
• Changelog: Updated app base to v8.1 (Previous post)
• Uninstall the official version of the app before installing the modified APK here.
• All APKs are signed with testkey, you can install over it to change the accent color anytime.
• File name with (MY) means Material You version of the color which I try to replicate it as near as possible from the screenshot on the web. Only light theme because I can't find dark theme screenshot anywhere. (You are welcome to share it though.)

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#News #YouTubeTV
YouTube TV is restoring Disney channels, price reverted back to $64.99/month
9To5Google | Previous post

Earlier YouTube TV and Disney both are having argument with each other, on December 17 all the Disney channels and live recordings are being pulled down, but seems the case is resolved and the Disney channels are returning back.

YouTube TV on Twitter announced that both side have managed to reach a deal, and they are restoring access to the Disney channels that got pulled down earlier with live recordings. If you go back to the old announcement page, the notice also has been updated.

Current YouTube TV members will soon get a $15 discount on their next bill if they haven't already, while new users who registered will be charge $64.99 as usual.

#News
Google Authenticator reach 100 million installs on Play Store
Android Police

You can use Google Authenticator to get more security for your online accounts, and recently the service has got 100 million installs on the Play Store.

The app is last updated in May 2020 to add dark more support, and that's pretty much it. Nothing much to talk about the service, but if you had like to have a extra security protection to your accounts, then you can probably try start using it today.

#News #Apps #Pixel6
Frustrated with poor signal on your Pixel 6? Here's a way to solve it
Android Police

So some Pixel 6 owners updated their phone to the latest December update but found out that the phone is having mobile signal reception issues. Google later have explained that it's not due to the wrong region builds being installed, and they are currently investigating the cause of the issue.

For now, someone on Reddit have found out that installing Google Carrier Services app beta version seems to fix the issue. He said he have also try other SIM card to fix but apparently it doesn't do the job until he updated the Carrier Services app to the beta version.

Other Pixel 6 users who have tried his method commented that it worked and they no longer face poor signal strength on their phone. So if you own the device and faced the issue, try install the beta version of the Carrier Services app by Google, link down below.

Download (88.0.414420665):
Play Store | APKMirror

#ChromeOS
Google reported Chrome OS users are using Android apps 50% more YoY
9To5Google

Chrome OS let you use Android apps natively, and Google reported the usage of Android apps on Chrome OS have increased 50% year-over-year, with Google mentioning “people are craving their favorite smartphone experiences on large-screen devices.”

Besides, Chrome OS grown 92% over the year 2021. Chrome OS is also set to gain some improvements, with Android 11 rolling out, improved Android app window management with Chrome 93+ on Android 11, Nearby Share in Android apps with Chrome 96+ on both Android 9 and 11 and more.

#Pixel6
Google made Pixel 6-themed Tarot deck with 78 cards
9To5Google

Google seems to be creating some interactive fun stuff over at Instagram. They posted a Tarot deck “correlates #Pixel6 features to the 22 Major Arcana cards."

Google also released a Google Slides presentation file with 93 pages to explain the history of Tarot, reading cards and ways to share it on social media. There are a total of 78 cards with accompanying meanings, 22 Major Archana cards and 56 Minor Archana cards.

Besides, Google created a physical Pixel 6 “tARot deck box” which scanning the QR code on it will open up AR effect on Instagram. You could just scan it over on your screen though.

#YouTube
YouTube Shorts hitting on desktop web feeds
YouTube has been really hard-working on developing YouTube Shorts, and earlier we have showed you the Shorts option is appearing in the sidebar menu on desktop web, now it arriving on page feeds.

You can see that instead of showing timestamp, now it just showed the "SHORTS" wording with the logo on the left side. This is a similar approach to what has been done on the mobile app a few months ago. Currently everyone can see the changes over in Explore > Trending page.

Now on the mobile app, you can hardly access the normal video player for "Shorts" videos. As far as I can see, the only way to access it is to open the video from your watch history, but you know, YouTube will be covering that part soon and making impossible to access the normal video player page for "Shorts" videos.

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#Pixel6
Pixel 6 Pro is officially eligible for 120FPS game streaming with NVIDIA GeForce NOW’s RTX 3080 tier
XDA Developers

If you're into cloud gaming, then you have probably heard of NVIDIA new GeForce NOW plan with RTX 3080 graphics. It can support up to 120FPS streaming on select Android devices. When first launch, it only supported a few Samsung recent flagship devices like Galaxy Note 20 Ultra, Galaxy S20 FE and Galaxy S21 series.

Recently, NVIDIA updated their support page to reflect Pixel 6 Pro is able to play AAA games at 1080p resolution with 120FPS. In order to experience it, you need to manually enable it over in the Settings > GeForce Now > Stream quality > Frame rate, then select 120FPS option.

#Workspace #Voice
Google Voice let you control your incoming call experience
Google Workspace Updates

Google Voice is getting some neat features to let you control how incoming calls should be handled.

In order to access the settings, you need to visit Google Voice settings and go to "Calls" section, you will see "Custom call forwarding." which will let you manage your existing rules and also create a new one. Pressing on "Create a rule" will let you select people to get a voicemail or get linked to another number.

The feature is fully available to all Google Voice users today.

#Pixel #PixelWatch
Google Pixel Watch to come with new Assistant, powered by Exynos chipset
9To5Google

Google Pixel Watch is real and could be launching in Spring 2022. The latest leaks from 9To5Google show us that the watch will come with the new Assistant and use an Exynos chipset.

First, they find out a code mentioned "PIXEL_EXPERIENCE_WATCH," which hints there could be Pixel exclusive features that won't be found on any other WearOS watches. The branding of the watch could be lock into Pixel too.

The next-generation Assistant which debut with the Pixel 4, will be available on the Pixel Watch. With that Assistant, it can perform more actions directly on the watch. When activating it, you will see the iconic four color light bar design with a slight curve (image attached above).

Lastly, the watch is rumored to use Exynos W920 which powered the Galaxy Watch 4 too. The chipset might get rebranded into Google Tensor though.

*Last time I forgot to post Google Pixel Watch face leaks, anyway read over here.

#Chrome
Chrome is gaining a quick access Downloads button
Android Police

Google is adding a Downloads shortcut on the top right corner of Chrome browser, and seems like they are borrowing Edge feature once again. The feature is first spotted by Redditor Leopeva64.

Soon you will be able to manage all your Downloads over in the toolbar in Chrome. When the browser is downloading files, you will see a blue icon with a circle progress bar (under development for now). After finish downloading, it will show a gray-out hue before disappearing.

The feature could make it appearance on Chrome 99.

#Android #A13
Android 13 could fully support Bluetooth LE Audio
XDA Developers

Google introduced Bluetooth LE Audio API on Android 12, but it isn't fully support yet, but seems like the full support will be coming with Android 13.

Spotted by Mishaal Rahman, Google recently submitted and merged commits which will add an LC3 codec type (LE Audio) for Bluetooth A2DP in the Developer options.

"LC3 (Low Complexity Communications Codec) is a new high-quality, low-power audio code in Bluetooth LE Audio that promises to deliver high-quality audio even at low data rates."

#Android #A13
Android 13 could possibly gains 'Panlingual' feature for per-app language settings
Android Police

You probably preferred to use another language rather than following the system language in some apps, and a good news is Android 13 could make this feature possible for every app.

For now, the development of the feature is in early stage and might subject to change. Anyway, the feature will be implement in “Language & input” or individual "App info" screen as of current findings. You will find option there to change the app interface language there, but yeah, if the app doesn't support the language that you choose, it will just stay at its original language.

Some apps already have their internal language settings which let you do the same thing, but with this feature introducing on Android 13, you can change to use individual language that you preferred on any app.

#Pixel6
Google disabled Call Screen and Hold For Me on Pixel 6 devices temporary
9To5Google

December update for the Pixel is set to bring a ton of bug fixes & improvements, but due to an unknown bug, Google has disabled Call Screening and Hold For Me on both Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro.

Recently, Pixel 6 users are reporting that they saw their phone have no Hold for Me and Call Screen feature. It's not your phone issue, Google has confirmed that they have disabled it via server side due to a “bug in the December Android update.”

All the region builds and the global builds on December update are affected, with Google saying they are actively working on resolving the issue.

#Google
Google Search adds new COVID-19 tools for people in the US
Android Police

It's been two years and COVID-19 is still part of our daily life. Google has added more COVID-19 tools so you can better protect yourself and your family.

When searching for COVID-19 vaccine related information, you will now be able to search for vaccine type and vaccine for children or adult with the filter option. Google is also providing easy access to make an appointment for a vaccine or call the vaccine locations to learn more.

The tool has rolled out to both mobile and web platform in the US. Be sure to protect yourself from the disease guys.