#Workspace #Meet
Google Meet Companion mode is compatible with Google Meet hardware and Nest Hub Max
Google Workspace Updates
Earlier Google has show us how the new Companion mode will work, and the feature is slowly rolling out, starting with Google Meet hardware and Nest Hub Max.
People who use Companion Mode will count as an additional meeting participant, but their tiles will be hidden from the view unless they raised up their hand. Everyone in the meeting can identify who are using the Companion mode in the participant roaster. You can join Companion mode from your computer by heading to g.co/companion, and you can present directly using the mode by using g.co/present.
The feature will be available for everyone, including personal accounts. It might take several weeks for it to appear for everyone. Learn more about how the feature works in the blog.
Google Meet Companion mode is compatible with Google Meet hardware and Nest Hub Max
Google Workspace Updates
Earlier Google has show us how the new Companion mode will work, and the feature is slowly rolling out, starting with Google Meet hardware and Nest Hub Max.
People who use Companion Mode will count as an additional meeting participant, but their tiles will be hidden from the view unless they raised up their hand. Everyone in the meeting can identify who are using the Companion mode in the participant roaster. You can join Companion mode from your computer by heading to g.co/companion, and you can present directly using the mode by using g.co/present.
The feature will be available for everyone, including personal accounts. It might take several weeks for it to appear for everyone. Learn more about how the feature works in the blog.
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#Updates #Pixel6
January 2022 Security Patch for Pixel 6 series is rolling out!
Dec 2021 changes | Jan 2022 changes | Previous post
Finally after a few days of waiting. Pixel 6 users can finally enjoy December + January security patch update, this update bring in 100+ bug fixes & improvements. Enjoy guys!
Download for Google Pixel devices:
Pixel 6: Factory Images | OTA
Pixel 6 Pro: Factory Images | OTA
*Build ID: SQ1D.220105.007
Source:
Pixel Phone Support Forum
Follow @PixelHubUpdates
January 2022 Security Patch for Pixel 6 series is rolling out!
Dec 2021 changes | Jan 2022 changes | Previous post
Finally after a few days of waiting. Pixel 6 users can finally enjoy December + January security patch update, this update bring in 100+ bug fixes & improvements. Enjoy guys!
Download for Google Pixel devices:
Pixel 6: Factory Images | OTA
Pixel 6 Pro: Factory Images | OTA
*Build ID: SQ1D.220105.007
Source:
Pixel Phone Support Forum
Follow @PixelHubUpdates
#Pixel #PixelFold #PixelNotepad
Google's upcoming foldable could be named as ‘Pixel Notepad'
9To5Google
For the past few months, we always called Google Pixel foldable as "Pixel Fold," as this is something Google will likely named it, but a new leak reported that it will have a different name instead.
A trusted source told 9To5Google that the brand name could be "Notepad," with "Logbook" in consideration earlier. Before the official announcement, anything can be subject to change so be aware about this point.
Besides that, the price is set to be lower than the Galaxy Z Fold 3 price of $1,799. The device will probably be limited to the US region first, then later expanding to other countries after a few months time, which is similar to the Pixel 4a device availability when first released.
Google's upcoming foldable could be named as ‘Pixel Notepad'
9To5Google
For the past few months, we always called Google Pixel foldable as "Pixel Fold," as this is something Google will likely named it, but a new leak reported that it will have a different name instead.
A trusted source told 9To5Google that the brand name could be "Notepad," with "Logbook" in consideration earlier. Before the official announcement, anything can be subject to change so be aware about this point.
Besides that, the price is set to be lower than the Galaxy Z Fold 3 price of $1,799. The device will probably be limited to the US region first, then later expanding to other countries after a few months time, which is similar to the Pixel 4a device availability when first released.
9to5Google
Rumor: Google's foldable might be called 'Pixel Notepad' and may cost less than the Galaxy Fold
9to5Google has heard that Google's upcoming foldable could be named the "Pixel Notepad" with a lower price point than expected...
#Gmail
Gmail updated the 'inbox zero' graphic which we hardly can see
Android Police
If your work consist of using email service, then you hardly can reach the "inbox zero" goal. If you have reached there recently, you might noticed that Google has updated the graphic in its mobile app.
I have actually noticed the changes at the start of 2022, so it been nearly two weeks till someone realised it's a new stuff. It probably had rolled out earlier, but anyway enjoy the new graphic if you managed to reach it.
Gmail updated the 'inbox zero' graphic which we hardly can see
Android Police
If your work consist of using email service, then you hardly can reach the "inbox zero" goal. If you have reached there recently, you might noticed that Google has updated the graphic in its mobile app.
I have actually noticed the changes at the start of 2022, so it been nearly two weeks till someone realised it's a new stuff. It probably had rolled out earlier, but anyway enjoy the new graphic if you managed to reach it.
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#News #Keep
Some Samsung users are facing a weird bug on Google Keep
9To5Google
There are many note applications out there, but some users still preferred Google Keeps as it sync across your Google account and it simple enough to use. Several users who are using a Samsung Galaxy device and have updated to Android 12 faced a weird issue.
Those users who are affected have already reported it over at Google's support forum. They reported that the app would duplicate additional copies of that number to each list item when adding new items to an auto-numbered list, or navigating the note. The issues seem to only affect Samsung devices that are on Android 12.
For now, users can prevent this bug from happening by editing it on the web. Google said they are investigating it and will be fixed soon.
Some Samsung users are facing a weird bug on Google Keep
9To5Google
There are many note applications out there, but some users still preferred Google Keeps as it sync across your Google account and it simple enough to use. Several users who are using a Samsung Galaxy device and have updated to Android 12 faced a weird issue.
Those users who are affected have already reported it over at Google's support forum. They reported that the app would duplicate additional copies of that number to each list item when adding new items to an auto-numbered list, or navigating the note. The issues seem to only affect Samsung devices that are on Android 12.
For now, users can prevent this bug from happening by editing it on the web. Google said they are investigating it and will be fixed soon.
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#Google #EasterEgg
Google celebrate Betty White's 100th birthday with warm tribute
9To5Google
A famous TV actress is about to pass her 100th birthday, but sadly she couldn't make it successfully there. Betty White passed away exactly at the last date of 2021, and it just 17 days away till her 100th birthday.
To celebrate this monumental day, Google decided to add an Easter Egg for those who search Betty White, regardless of which device. Sadly, it doesn't manage to go live on Doodle as something else has taken its place.
Google celebrate Betty White's 100th birthday with warm tribute
9To5Google
A famous TV actress is about to pass her 100th birthday, but sadly she couldn't make it successfully there. Betty White passed away exactly at the last date of 2021, and it just 17 days away till her 100th birthday.
To celebrate this monumental day, Google decided to add an Easter Egg for those who search Betty White, regardless of which device. Sadly, it doesn't manage to go live on Doodle as something else has taken its place.
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#ChromeOS
Chrome OS is preparing Self Share feature for Nearby Share
XDA Developers
Google's Nearby Share has been available since 2020 for every Android devices running version 6.0 and later, allowing users to share files wirelessly without needing Internet connection at all.
Spotted by Chrome Story, Google seems to be improving it by adding a new feature, Self Share. It's suggested that the feature will allow users to share files directly between signed-in devices without needing to search and connect the recipient device.
It will be nice to see such feature rolling out soon, as nowadays we usually just share files with our own devices anyway.
Chrome OS is preparing Self Share feature for Nearby Share
XDA Developers
Google's Nearby Share has been available since 2020 for every Android devices running version 6.0 and later, allowing users to share files wirelessly without needing Internet connection at all.
Spotted by Chrome Story, Google seems to be improving it by adding a new feature, Self Share. It's suggested that the feature will allow users to share files directly between signed-in devices without needing to search and connect the recipient device.
It will be nice to see such feature rolling out soon, as nowadays we usually just share files with our own devices anyway.
XDA Developers
Google preps new Self Share feature for Nearby Share on Chrome OS
Google is prepping a new Self Share feature for Nearby Share on Chrome OS which will let users seamlessly share files between their own devices.
#ChromeOS
Chrome OS 99 is set to come with Google Calendar integration
Android Police
Chrome OS finally gained a quick view calendar on the recently released Chrome OS 97, it is lacking the ability to show Google Calendar events for now. In the upcoming Chrome OS 99, it's set to gain integration with Google Calendar.
About Chromebooks spotted that the feature is available on Chrome OS 99.0.4815.0 Dev channel release. This improvement bring in support to show events in the quick view calendar. Hovering over the date will show you the number of events, while clicking on it will display all the events of the day.
In order to enable the feature, you will need to be on the Dev channel and enable
Chrome OS 99 is set to come with Google Calendar integration
Android Police
Chrome OS finally gained a quick view calendar on the recently released Chrome OS 97, it is lacking the ability to show Google Calendar events for now. In the upcoming Chrome OS 99, it's set to gain integration with Google Calendar.
About Chromebooks spotted that the feature is available on Chrome OS 99.0.4815.0 Dev channel release. This improvement bring in support to show events in the quick view calendar. Hovering over the date will show you the number of events, while clicking on it will display all the events of the day.
In order to enable the feature, you will need to be on the Dev channel and enable
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#DigitalWellbeing
Digital Wellbeing gaining widget to show "Your screen time"
9To5Google
You will soon be able to check your phone usage via your home screen as Google is preparing a widget for Digital Wellbeing.
The widget is given the name "Your screen time." Screen time is shown on the top follows by top three apps of the day below. The widget size is quite flexible, you can set it to 2x1 to only show screen time, while expanding it larger will show the most used applications in a descending order.
In its current state, the widget has supported Dynamic Colors theming. For now, the widget is hidden inside version 1.0.416751293.beta of the app. Mishaal Rahman said the widget is functional, but from my testing, it seems like it won't work on older Android version, anyway take this as a grain of salt for now.
Digital Wellbeing gaining widget to show "Your screen time"
9To5Google
You will soon be able to check your phone usage via your home screen as Google is preparing a widget for Digital Wellbeing.
The widget is given the name "Your screen time." Screen time is shown on the top follows by top three apps of the day below. The widget size is quite flexible, you can set it to 2x1 to only show screen time, while expanding it larger will show the most used applications in a descending order.
In its current state, the widget has supported Dynamic Colors theming. For now, the widget is hidden inside version 1.0.416751293.beta of the app. Mishaal Rahman said the widget is functional, but from my testing, it seems like it won't work on older Android version, anyway take this as a grain of salt for now.
#A12L
Android 12L Beta 2 survey opened for Pixel users
9To5Google
Pixel users who are running Android 12L Beta 2 (S2B2.211203.006) can now give feedback to Google with this form.
Android 12L Beta 2 survey opened for Pixel users
9To5Google
Pixel users who are running Android 12L Beta 2 (S2B2.211203.006) can now give feedback to Google with this form.
#News #YouTubeTV #GoogleTV
YouTube TV soon will add The Weather Channel, Google TV getting new apps from AMG
9To5Google
First reported by Deadline, Google has partnered up with Allen Media Group, this partnership will bring in The Weather Channel over to YouTube TV soon this year. Additionally, they are also working together to bring in more applications to Google TV.
YouTube TV soon will add The Weather Channel, Google TV getting new apps from AMG
9To5Google
First reported by Deadline, Google has partnered up with Allen Media Group, this partnership will bring in The Weather Channel over to YouTube TV soon this year. Additionally, they are also working together to bring in more applications to Google TV.
9to5Google
The Weather Channel is coming to YouTube TV, Google TV will get new apps from AMG
A deal between AMG and Google will bring The Weather Channel to YouTube TV this year, alongside other networks from the group.
#YouTube #YTMusic
YouTube Premium subnoscription gains annual subnoscription, discounted price deal ending in a few days
9To5Google
Since YouTube rolled out its Premium subnoscription, users can only sign up the service with monthly plan, but YouTube recently quietly added annual plan with discounted price for a few days.
The annual plan of YouTube Premium is currently offering a promotional pricing of $107.99, saving $3 monthly or $36 yearly. Meanwhile YouTube Music Premium is costing $89.99 for savings of $2.50 every month. The deal is ending on Sunday, January 23.
The annual plan is only available in United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Russia, Turkey, Germany, Thailand, India, and Japan. Existing YouTube Premium members can sign up for the annual plan by cancelling their current membership. The support page mentions that partial refund isn't available and you have to manually renew the subnoscription.
YouTube Premium subnoscription gains annual subnoscription, discounted price deal ending in a few days
9To5Google
Since YouTube rolled out its Premium subnoscription, users can only sign up the service with monthly plan, but YouTube recently quietly added annual plan with discounted price for a few days.
The annual plan of YouTube Premium is currently offering a promotional pricing of $107.99, saving $3 monthly or $36 yearly. Meanwhile YouTube Music Premium is costing $89.99 for savings of $2.50 every month. The deal is ending on Sunday, January 23.
The annual plan is only available in United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Russia, Turkey, Germany, Thailand, India, and Japan. Existing YouTube Premium members can sign up for the annual plan by cancelling their current membership. The support page mentions that partial refund isn't available and you have to manually renew the subnoscription.
#YouTube
YouTube scale back its Originals series
Robert Kyncl
YouTube started YouTube Original since 2016, and after nearly 6 years time, they have decided to reduce the focus of creating YouTube Originals content, said YouTube CBO Robert Kyncl. The company decided to only fund originals in their Black Voices and YouTube Kids Fund from now on.
Additionally, he also announced that the current YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki will be leaving the company by March 1. It's unclear who will be the next to take the role.
YouTube scale back its Originals series
Robert Kyncl
YouTube started YouTube Original since 2016, and after nearly 6 years time, they have decided to reduce the focus of creating YouTube Originals content, said YouTube CBO Robert Kyncl. The company decided to only fund originals in their Black Voices and YouTube Kids Fund from now on.
Additionally, he also announced that the current YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki will be leaving the company by March 1. It's unclear who will be the next to take the role.
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#YouTubeTV
You can sort YouTube TV channels by 'most watched'
XDA Developers
Want to quickly get accessed to your favourite channels in YouTube TV but it take quite a while to open it? You're in luck.
First spotted by The Streamable, YouTube TV has gain a new way to sort your channels by ‘Most Watched’ regardless of which platform you are using. Before that, members can only sort the available channels alphabetically or with a custom order.
This new addition also let you know what channels you have been watching the most. Although it's a minor change, it definitely save your time from having to browse through the channel lists which consist of over 100 channels.
You can sort YouTube TV channels by 'most watched'
XDA Developers
Want to quickly get accessed to your favourite channels in YouTube TV but it take quite a while to open it? You're in luck.
First spotted by The Streamable, YouTube TV has gain a new way to sort your channels by ‘Most Watched’ regardless of which platform you are using. Before that, members can only sort the available channels alphabetically or with a custom order.
This new addition also let you know what channels you have been watching the most. Although it's a minor change, it definitely save your time from having to browse through the channel lists which consist of over 100 channels.
#Chrome
Chrome's Omnibox is set to gain a major upgrade
XDA Developers
Nowadays browsers address bar are smarter than you expect, and Chrome's Omnibox (aka address bar) will be much more powerful soon with the ability to search through your history, bookmarks, and settings.
As reported by Chrome Story, there is a flag called "Omnibox Site Search Starter Pack," letting users to search their browsing history, bookmarks and browser settings with much more precision. This feature will enable support for search keywords, currently there are three tags being added: @history, @settings, and @bookmarks.
The flag is only making its way to the desktop version of Chrome, and at the time of writing, the feature simply isn't working just yet. Once it's working, we will provide update about it.
Chrome's Omnibox is set to gain a major upgrade
XDA Developers
Nowadays browsers address bar are smarter than you expect, and Chrome's Omnibox (aka address bar) will be much more powerful soon with the ability to search through your history, bookmarks, and settings.
As reported by Chrome Story, there is a flag called "Omnibox Site Search Starter Pack," letting users to search their browsing history, bookmarks and browser settings with much more precision. This feature will enable support for search keywords, currently there are three tags being added: @history, @settings, and @bookmarks.
The flag is only making its way to the desktop version of Chrome, and at the time of writing, the feature simply isn't working just yet. Once it's working, we will provide update about it.
XDA Developers
Chrome will soon let you search through your history, bookmarks, and settings from the Omnibox using new search tags
Google is adding new Omnibox search tags to Chrome that will help you quickly search through your browsing history, bookmarks, and settings.
#Workspace
Free G Suite legacy accounts will be required to pay starting July
9To5Google
Google Workspace earlier used to be known as G Suite, and it provides custom domain for schools and businesses using Google services. There used to be a free tier of the service but now Google has officially killed it.
G Suite legacy free edition, also known as “Google Apps” for businesses and schools is launched back in 2006, with Google discontinuing the service for new customers in 2012. Those who have registered for the service are still able to use it till today, but Google has sent out email notification to inform administrators that Google is fully discontinuing the service by July 1.
To make the transition smoother, Google is offering discounts for the first 12 months to those customers. Accounts will be suspend if no billing details is added before the deadline.
Free G Suite legacy accounts will be required to pay starting July
9To5Google
Google Workspace earlier used to be known as G Suite, and it provides custom domain for schools and businesses using Google services. There used to be a free tier of the service but now Google has officially killed it.
G Suite legacy free edition, also known as “Google Apps” for businesses and schools is launched back in 2006, with Google discontinuing the service for new customers in 2012. Those who have registered for the service are still able to use it till today, but Google has sent out email notification to inform administrators that Google is fully discontinuing the service by July 1.
To make the transition smoother, Google is offering discounts for the first 12 months to those customers. Accounts will be suspend if no billing details is added before the deadline.
#ChromeOS
Chrome OS Calculator web app is available as PWAs
9To5Google
Chrome OS Calculator app is now publicly available for every device to use.
Visiting calculator.apps.chrome on a Chromium browser will give you option to install it as a Progressive Web App, though you can visit it with any browser regardless of which platform. The calculator can do basic calculation, complex functions are also available. The design of the calculator looks quite classic as it is using the older Material Design.
*Not sure who is going to use it on other platforms as nowadays we have built-in calculator on phones & computers. Better alternative suggestion: Microsoft Math Solver & Wolfram Alpha
Chrome OS Calculator web app is available as PWAs
9To5Google
Chrome OS Calculator app is now publicly available for every device to use.
Visiting calculator.apps.chrome on a Chromium browser will give you option to install it as a Progressive Web App, though you can visit it with any browser regardless of which platform. The calculator can do basic calculation, complex functions are also available. The design of the calculator looks quite classic as it is using the older Material Design.
9to5Google
Google’s updated Calculator web app will work on almost any device, not just Chrome OS
Google has rebuilt Chrome OS's built-in Calculator app, making it available for all devices, not just Chromebooks.
#GooglePlay
Google Play Games arrived on Windows computer, available today in selected countries
Official Website | Developer Site | Introduction Video
A month ago, Google announced they are bringing Android games over to Windows computer, and Google has officially released in the form of beta today.
The beta program of Google Play Games is currently available for sign-up in Hong Kong, South Korea and Taiwan, with the program expanding to more regions soon. Your PC will need to meet these minimum specs requirements in order to run it:
• Windows 10 (v2004)
• Solid state drive (SSD)
• Gaming-class GPU
• 8 logical cores of CPU
• 8 GB of RAM
• 20 GB of available storage space
• Windows admin account
• Hardware virtualization must be turned on
• Compatible PC device and configuration
You can learn all the info of the Google Play Games beta program on PC in this support page.
Follow @PixelHubUpdates
Google Play Games arrived on Windows computer, available today in selected countries
Official Website | Developer Site | Introduction Video
A month ago, Google announced they are bringing Android games over to Windows computer, and Google has officially released in the form of beta today.
The beta program of Google Play Games is currently available for sign-up in Hong Kong, South Korea and Taiwan, with the program expanding to more regions soon. Your PC will need to meet these minimum specs requirements in order to run it:
• Windows 10 (v2004)
• Solid state drive (SSD)
• Gaming-class GPU
• 8 logical cores of CPU
• 8 GB of RAM
• 20 GB of available storage space
• Windows admin account
• Hardware virtualization must be turned on
• Compatible PC device and configuration
You can learn all the info of the Google Play Games beta program on PC in this support page.
Follow @PixelHubUpdates
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