#Wallpapers #EasterEgg
May 'Curated Culture' wallpapers celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
In the fifth month of 2022, Google is releasing Curated Culture wallpapers to celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month (APAHM). *Searching it on Google will also show you an Easter Egg suprise.
These wallpapers are designed by Sarula Bao (their Instagram), showing solidarity of Asian people. Besides, as it is also Year of the Tiger, he also created one special wallpaper to mark the celebration too.
As usual, if you have a Pixel 3 and later device, you can find it directly in the Wallpapers & Styles app, else you can just download them below the post.
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May 'Curated Culture' wallpapers celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
In the fifth month of 2022, Google is releasing Curated Culture wallpapers to celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month (APAHM). *Searching it on Google will also show you an Easter Egg suprise.
These wallpapers are designed by Sarula Bao (their Instagram), showing solidarity of Asian people. Besides, as it is also Year of the Tiger, he also created one special wallpaper to mark the celebration too.
As usual, if you have a Pixel 3 and later device, you can find it directly in the Wallpapers & Styles app, else you can just download them below the post.
Follow @PixelHubUpdates
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By sharing our culture across our vastly diverse community, we connect and celebrate together.
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In difficult times, we look to each other and offer one another aid, support and protection.
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King of all beasts, the tiger represents our bravery.
Google Pixel Hub
Other: This is the last security patch for the Pixel 3a/XL phones. Correction Along other fixes, the Android Security Bulletin mentioned a dirty pipe fix, any device with the May Security Patch will be safe from that exploit. Follow @PixelHubUpdates
CORRECTION:
A Google representative told 9To5Google:
In May 2019 at the launch of the Pixel 3a and Pixel 3a XL, we announced that the devices would receive three years of software updates and three years of security updates from when our devices first became available on the Google Store. The final update for Pixel 3a and Pixel 3a XL will rollout to users by July 2022.
As the device is not elegible for the Android 12 QPR3 beta, you could expect an update in July with just the June and July security patches just like Pixel 3 users did get 4 months of security patches at once.
Source:
9To5Google
A Google representative told 9To5Google:
In May 2019 at the launch of the Pixel 3a and Pixel 3a XL, we announced that the devices would receive three years of software updates and three years of security updates from when our devices first became available on the Google Store. The final update for Pixel 3a and Pixel 3a XL will rollout to users by July 2022.
As the device is not elegible for the Android 12 QPR3 beta, you could expect an update in July with just the June and July security patches just like Pixel 3 users did get 4 months of security patches at once.
Source:
9To5Google
9to5Google
Google releasing one last Pixel 3a and 3a XL update, arriving 'by July' [U]
Today marks the last guaranteed update for the Pixel 3a from 2019 following its launch three years ago at I/O. However, like with...
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#Pixel #PixelBudsPro
Google Pixel Buds Pro under development, coming in four colors variant
Jon Prosser
There's not much discussion about the Google Pixel Buds as most have shifted their focus to the upcoming Pixel 6a and the long awaited Pixel Watch. Anyway, Jon Prosser has received the information that Google Pixel Buds Pro will be the next earbuds from Google.
As the name suggests, this will be a better version of the original Pixel Buds. Besides, Prosser mentioned it will be coming in four color variants, Real Red, Carbon, Limoncello and Fog respectively.
That's pretty much it. He didn't confirm that it will be launching in I/O 2022, and there isn't a lot of information about the upcoming earbuds, so it is likely to be launch alongside with the Pixel 7.
Google Pixel Buds Pro under development, coming in four colors variant
Jon Prosser
There's not much discussion about the Google Pixel Buds as most have shifted their focus to the upcoming Pixel 6a and the long awaited Pixel Watch. Anyway, Jon Prosser has received the information that Google Pixel Buds Pro will be the next earbuds from Google.
As the name suggests, this will be a better version of the original Pixel Buds. Besides, Prosser mentioned it will be coming in four color variants, Real Red, Carbon, Limoncello and Fog respectively.
That's pretty much it. He didn't confirm that it will be launching in I/O 2022, and there isn't a lot of information about the upcoming earbuds, so it is likely to be launch alongside with the Pixel 7.
Twitter
Jon Prosser
Google Pixel Buds Pro coming 🔜 Real Red, Carbon, Limoncello, Fog
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#YouTube
YouTube Go will be forgotten, sunsetting on August 2022
YouTube Community
YouTube Go is a lightweight application made to run on low-end devices. It was launched back in 2016, but recently it has not received any more updates, and Google has decided to shut down the service around August.
This particular app pretty much does the job you had expected, streaming video. It also has a data-saving feature to help save cost for your cellular data. You can also download videos and watch them later.
If you want to find an updated lightweight YouTube client application with all these features, NewPipe will do the job. Otherwise, you can just follow YouTube's advice and install their official app or use the web version to continue watching videos from various creators.
YouTube Go will be forgotten, sunsetting on August 2022
YouTube Community
YouTube Go is a lightweight application made to run on low-end devices. It was launched back in 2016, but recently it has not received any more updates, and Google has decided to shut down the service around August.
This particular app pretty much does the job you had expected, streaming video. It also has a data-saving feature to help save cost for your cellular data. You can also download videos and watch them later.
If you want to find an updated lightweight YouTube client application with all these features, NewPipe will do the job. Otherwise, you can just follow YouTube's advice and install their official app or use the web version to continue watching videos from various creators.
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#Maps
Google Maps let you choose your preferred transport methods
9to5Google
Google Maps is an important tool while travelling. Some people might prefer walking on the street to view the place better, some might want to quickly reach the destination, and Google Maps has offered something neat to this.
While choosing directions to a place, you get to see the "Options" button on the top-right corner of the menu, tapping on it will let you choose your preferred transport mode. Options vary depending on which regions you are currently in. Most will get to see Drive, Walk, Train/Rail and Bus options.
This feature is available on recent versions of the Google Maps application and probably widely rolled out.
Google Maps let you choose your preferred transport methods
9to5Google
Google Maps is an important tool while travelling. Some people might prefer walking on the street to view the place better, some might want to quickly reach the destination, and Google Maps has offered something neat to this.
While choosing directions to a place, you get to see the "Options" button on the top-right corner of the menu, tapping on it will let you choose your preferred transport mode. Options vary depending on which regions you are currently in. Most will get to see Drive, Walk, Train/Rail and Bus options.
This feature is available on recent versions of the Google Maps application and probably widely rolled out.
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#Workspace #Docs
Google Docs gains customisable dropdown chips and more table templates
Google Workspace Blog
Google Docs continue to gain more features to enable more productivity for users. This update brings dropdown chips and table templates to ease users work and save time.
Dropdown chips can easily let you know the status or milestones of a document. There are two preset dropdowns available, it is also possible to create your own custom dropdowns if you'd like to. You can add it by typing out "
Additionally, Google has added table templates, letting you to "quickly insert building blocks for common workflows." These templates can be found at Insert > Table menu.
Both of these features are rolling out over the coming weeks to all users, regardless personal or Workspace accounts.
Google Docs gains customisable dropdown chips and more table templates
Google Workspace Blog
Google Docs continue to gain more features to enable more productivity for users. This update brings dropdown chips and table templates to ease users work and save time.
Dropdown chips can easily let you know the status or milestones of a document. There are two preset dropdowns available, it is also possible to create your own custom dropdowns if you'd like to. You can add it by typing out "
@dropdown" in the document or click Insert > Dropdown on top.Additionally, Google has added table templates, letting you to "quickly insert building blocks for common workflows." These templates can be found at Insert > Table menu.
Both of these features are rolling out over the coming weeks to all users, regardless personal or Workspace accounts.
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#Pixel #PixelNotepad
Google Pixel foldable to feature a compact cover display, launching in Q4 2022
Ross Young
While everyone is excited about the upcoming Pixel 6a & Pixel Watch, Google is also preparing their first Pixel foldable behind the scenes.
Ross Young came out and said the cover display of the Pixel foldable will come in 5.8" size, which is smaller comparing to Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4, featuring a 6.19" outer screen. Besides, he also replied that the foldable will launch sometime in Q4 this year, probably with the Pixel 7 if it isn't delayed.
In case you missed it, the device could cost $1399, comes with 12GB of RAM and the same camera sensor used on older Pixel models.
Google Pixel foldable to feature a compact cover display, launching in Q4 2022
Ross Young
While everyone is excited about the upcoming Pixel 6a & Pixel Watch, Google is also preparing their first Pixel foldable behind the scenes.
Ross Young came out and said the cover display of the Pixel foldable will come in 5.8" size, which is smaller comparing to Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4, featuring a 6.19" outer screen. Besides, he also replied that the foldable will launch sometime in Q4 this year, probably with the Pixel 7 if it isn't delayed.
In case you missed it, the device could cost $1399, comes with 12GB of RAM and the same camera sensor used on older Pixel models.
Twitter
Ross Young
Z Fold 4 and Google foldable will have similar sized foldable displays, but the Google cover display will be quite a bit smaller at 5.8". This should mean it will have a wider aspect ratio than the Samsung 6.19" Fold 4. Hear more at our conference next week.
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#Android #A13
Android 13 will block malicious use of Accessibility APIs
Esper Blog
Till today, users have to manually enable the accessibility service for applications as the API can take "full control" of the whole device. Users are being warned when doing so. On Android 13, there are some changes made to protect users.
On Android 13, if you have sideloaded applications with applications that used session-based package installation API, there won't be any restrictions on enabling accessibility service for those apps. Third-party app stores like Aurora Store won't be affected for example. You can watch this demonstration video to understand how it works.
Google has told Esper that they only wanted to restrict accessibility API access for applications that came from less legitimate sources. Even if applications have been blocked access to use the accessibility service, users can still bypass it by going to the app info and tapping on the three-dot menu, then "Allow restricted settings."
Android 13 will block malicious use of Accessibility APIs
Esper Blog
Till today, users have to manually enable the accessibility service for applications as the API can take "full control" of the whole device. Users are being warned when doing so. On Android 13, there are some changes made to protect users.
On Android 13, if you have sideloaded applications with applications that used session-based package installation API, there won't be any restrictions on enabling accessibility service for those apps. Third-party app stores like Aurora Store won't be affected for example. You can watch this demonstration video to understand how it works.
Google has told Esper that they only wanted to restrict accessibility API access for applications that came from less legitimate sources. Even if applications have been blocked access to use the accessibility service, users can still bypass it by going to the app info and tapping on the three-dot menu, then "Allow restricted settings."
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#Android #A12QPR3 #A13
Here's why you don't get OTA update for Android beta builds after signing up
r/android_beta
Google is currently running two versions of Android Beta program, one for the Pixel Feature Drop and one is for the upcoming major release Android 13. There are some limitations Google would like to explain when you opt-in the beta program around this time.
Users who have installed the May security patch update on their phones will then have to wait until Android 12 QPR3 Beta 3 builds or Android 13 Beta 2 are released in order to receive the beta build OTA update. Besides, once you have installed the Android 12 QPR3 Beta 3 build, if you want to switch over to Android 13 beta, the OTA update will only arrive when Beta 2 is released.
Android 12QPR3 Beta 3, which will be the final beta build for that particular version, will be arriving this week. Android 13 Beta 2 will be coming later this month. You can of course, choose to manually install it yourself instead of waiting, but you need to wipe your device as currently those beta builds are older than the recently released May stable update build.
Lastly, for those who are on Android 12 QPR3 and want to return to the stable channel without erasing your device, one more month to go till you can opt out the beta program without any conflict.
Here's why you don't get OTA update for Android beta builds after signing up
r/android_beta
Google is currently running two versions of Android Beta program, one for the Pixel Feature Drop and one is for the upcoming major release Android 13. There are some limitations Google would like to explain when you opt-in the beta program around this time.
Users who have installed the May security patch update on their phones will then have to wait until Android 12 QPR3 Beta 3 builds or Android 13 Beta 2 are released in order to receive the beta build OTA update. Besides, once you have installed the Android 12 QPR3 Beta 3 build, if you want to switch over to Android 13 beta, the OTA update will only arrive when Beta 2 is released.
Android 12QPR3 Beta 3, which will be the final beta build for that particular version, will be arriving this week. Android 13 Beta 2 will be coming later this month. You can of course, choose to manually install it yourself instead of waiting, but you need to wipe your device as currently those beta builds are older than the recently released May stable update build.
Lastly, for those who are on Android 12 QPR3 and want to return to the stable channel without erasing your device, one more month to go till you can opt out the beta program without any conflict.
reddit
Temporary Android Beta enrollment restrictions
The current Android beta program enrollment has a few temporary restrictions in place starting today that may cause a delay in receiving the beta...
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#Android #A12QPR3
Android 12 QPR3 Beta 3 is now out!
Reddit
Google is currently rolling out an OTA of Android 12 QPR3 Beta 3 (Quarterly Platform Release, or June Feature Drop) to Pixel 4 and newer devices!
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Android 12 QPR3 Beta 3 is now out!
Google is currently rolling out an OTA of Android 12 QPR3 Beta 3 (Quarterly Platform Release, or June Feature Drop) to Pixel 4 and newer devices!
Follow @PixelHubUpdates
#Updates #Pixel #A12QPR3
Android 12 QPR3 Beta 3 changelog:
• Fixed an issue on Pixel 6 Pro devices where a white line sometimes flashed on the screen after waking up a device that was not configured to always display time and other info on the lock screen.
• Fixed various issues to improve call quality and connectivity.
• Fixed a keystore issue that caused the NHS COVID-19 app to crash when launching
Known issues:
• In some cases on Pixel 6 and 6 Pro devices, the system crashes when the user tries to take a picture using the camera.
• In some cases, the Google Camera app icon in a device's personal profile erroneously displays a work profile indicator.
Follow @PixelHubUpdates
Android 12 QPR3 Beta 3 changelog:
• Fixed an issue on Pixel 6 Pro devices where a white line sometimes flashed on the screen after waking up a device that was not configured to always display time and other info on the lock screen.
• Fixed various issues to improve call quality and connectivity.
• Fixed a keystore issue that caused the NHS COVID-19 app to crash when launching
Known issues:
• In some cases on Pixel 6 and 6 Pro devices, the system crashes when the user tries to take a picture using the camera.
• In some cases, the Google Camera app icon in a device's personal profile erroneously displays a work profile indicator.
Follow @PixelHubUpdates
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#Pixel #Pixel6a
Pixel 6a case first impressions
Digital Trends
A phone case manufacturer, Poetic sent Digital Trends a Pixel 6a case, compared to the Pixel 6 the phone is:
- slightly smaller by a few milimetres
- has a smaller camera bump by ± 1/3 (14-16mm vs 21mm)
The Pixel 6a features an in-display fingerprint sensor instead of a physical one featured on the 5a as suggested by the placement of the fingerprint sensor sticker on the frame with the screen protector.
As any other Pixel, the 6a features the Google styled volume/power buttons layout with both of them on the right hand side.
Pixel 6a case first impressions
Digital Trends
A phone case manufacturer, Poetic sent Digital Trends a Pixel 6a case, compared to the Pixel 6 the phone is:
- slightly smaller by a few milimetres
- has a smaller camera bump by ± 1/3 (14-16mm vs 21mm)
The Pixel 6a features an in-display fingerprint sensor instead of a physical one featured on the 5a as suggested by the placement of the fingerprint sensor sticker on the frame with the screen protector.
As any other Pixel, the 6a features the Google styled volume/power buttons layout with both of them on the right hand side.
#AndroidTV #A13
Google silently releases the Android 13 Beta 1 for Android TV
Android Police | Mishaal Rahman
Few days after releasing the Android 13 Beta 1 for Pixel devices, Google has decided to release a version of it for Android TV.
There aren't many changes found in it besides support for varying content aspect ratios when viewing picture-in-picture windows and a new low-power mode but we might hear more about it during the Google I/O keynote in few days.
So far it is only available on the Google ADT-3 dev box, or Android Studio emulator just like the Android 12 TV Beta.
Google silently releases the Android 13 Beta 1 for Android TV
Android Police | Mishaal Rahman
Few days after releasing the Android 13 Beta 1 for Pixel devices, Google has decided to release a version of it for Android TV.
There aren't many changes found in it besides support for varying content aspect ratios when viewing picture-in-picture windows and a new low-power mode but we might hear more about it during the Google I/O keynote in few days.
So far it is only available on the Google ADT-3 dev box, or Android Studio emulator just like the Android 12 TV Beta.
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