#Pixel6a
Pixel 6a unboxing video leaked by Google Retail Training France
TechDroider & Google Retail Training France
A retail training video has been leaked showing an unboxing of the Pixel 6a.
Like the Pixel 6, Google does not include a charger leaving the USB-C to USB-C cable and the USB-C OTG adapter the only accessories in the box.
Pixel 6a unboxing video leaked by Google Retail Training France
TechDroider & Google Retail Training France
A retail training video has been leaked showing an unboxing of the Pixel 6a.
Like the Pixel 6, Google does not include a charger leaving the USB-C to USB-C cable and the USB-C OTG adapter the only accessories in the box.
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#Pixel6a
Pixel 6a's brand new fingerprint sensor in action
Google Retail Training France
Noteworthy of the previous leak, the presenter unlocks their device using the fingerprint sensor which has been changed from the Pixel 6 as been stated here.
The scanner seems to work fine! It is not as fast as an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor found in flagship Samsung smartphones, but for a mid-range smartphone the one found in the 6a should suffice.
Pixel 6a's brand new fingerprint sensor in action
Google Retail Training France
Noteworthy of the previous leak, the presenter unlocks their device using the fingerprint sensor which has been changed from the Pixel 6 as been stated here.
The scanner seems to work fine! It is not as fast as an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor found in flagship Samsung smartphones, but for a mid-range smartphone the one found in the 6a should suffice.
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#Gboard
Gboard's "Split Keyboard" feature
Rboard Themes
To adapt Android for foldable devices even more, Google is currently testing a hidden "Split Keyboard" feature for those devices. RKBDI has managed to unlock the feature into his Rboard Themes app for everyone to try it out.
Gboard's "Split Keyboard" feature
Rboard Themes
To adapt Android for foldable devices even more, Google is currently testing a hidden "Split Keyboard" feature for those devices. RKBDI has managed to unlock the feature into his Rboard Themes app for everyone to try it out.
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#Updates #Android #GooglePlay
Google Play System Update Changes: May 2022
This month Google mentioned they are bringing the improved Nearby Share which will let users share seamlessly across their own devices which have the same Google account signed in (still haven't rolled out for me at the time of posting, lol.)
Besides, the help page of Google applications has been updated. It's unclear how it looks for now, but it could probably come with Material You elements, time will tell. Password Checkup is also updated so that users can take action to their saved passwords if it is breached for example.
There are a lot of other changes too, full changelog are listed below:
Updated
Google Play services: v22.18 (May 23)
Google Play Store: v30.3 (May 23)
Critical Fixes
• [Auto, Phone, Tablet, TV, Wear OS] Bug fixes for account management and system management & diagnostics related services.
Account Management
• [Phone, Tablet] Migration of the existing device setup onboarding flow for supervised work accounts to a web based experience.
• [Phone] Ability for parents to set a persistent launcher on devices supervised with Family Link using local parental controls.
Device Connections
• [Auto, Phone, TV] Nearby Share now allows users to share content more seamlessly between their devices logged into the same account.
• [Auto] Support for installation and use of video streaming apps in-car infotainment systems through Android Automotive.
• [Phone] Streamlined the process of transferring Google accounts during device setup by prompting users to enable location services when required.
Google Play Store
• Improvements to Play-as-you-download feature to let gamers start playing mobile games while the app download continues to reduce waiting times.
• New Features to help you discover the Apps & Games you love.
• Optimizations allowing faster and more reliable download and installation.
• New features to the Play Pass and Play Points programs.
• Enhancements to Google Play Billing.
• Continuous improvements to Play Protect to keep your device safe.
• Various performance optimizations, bug fixes and improvements to security, stability and accessibility.
Security & Privacy
• [Phone] An updated version of Password Checkup on Android lets users check their saved credentials for security vulnerabilities and provides a list of actions to improve online hygiene.
Support
• [Auto, Phone, Tablet, TV, Wear OS] Design improvements to Google Help app.
System Management
• Updates to system management services that improve stability & performance.
Developer Services
• New developer features for Google and third party app developers to support ads, location services and utilities related developer services in their apps.
• New developer service and user experience to allow users to select specific photos or videos to share with an app rather than granting permission to all media files on the device. See https://developer.android.com/about/versions/13/features/photopicker for more information.
Source:
Support Page
Follow @PixelHubUpdates
Google Play System Update Changes: May 2022
This month Google mentioned they are bringing the improved Nearby Share which will let users share seamlessly across their own devices which have the same Google account signed in (still haven't rolled out for me at the time of posting, lol.)
Besides, the help page of Google applications has been updated. It's unclear how it looks for now, but it could probably come with Material You elements, time will tell. Password Checkup is also updated so that users can take action to their saved passwords if it is breached for example.
There are a lot of other changes too, full changelog are listed below:
Updated
Google Play services: v22.18 (May 23)
Google Play Store: v30.3 (May 23)
Critical Fixes
• [Auto, Phone, Tablet, TV, Wear OS] Bug fixes for account management and system management & diagnostics related services.
Account Management
• [Phone, Tablet] Migration of the existing device setup onboarding flow for supervised work accounts to a web based experience.
• [Phone] Ability for parents to set a persistent launcher on devices supervised with Family Link using local parental controls.
Device Connections
• [Auto, Phone, TV] Nearby Share now allows users to share content more seamlessly between their devices logged into the same account.
• [Auto] Support for installation and use of video streaming apps in-car infotainment systems through Android Automotive.
• [Phone] Streamlined the process of transferring Google accounts during device setup by prompting users to enable location services when required.
Google Play Store
• Improvements to Play-as-you-download feature to let gamers start playing mobile games while the app download continues to reduce waiting times.
• New Features to help you discover the Apps & Games you love.
• Optimizations allowing faster and more reliable download and installation.
• New features to the Play Pass and Play Points programs.
• Enhancements to Google Play Billing.
• Continuous improvements to Play Protect to keep your device safe.
• Various performance optimizations, bug fixes and improvements to security, stability and accessibility.
Security & Privacy
• [Phone] An updated version of Password Checkup on Android lets users check their saved credentials for security vulnerabilities and provides a list of actions to improve online hygiene.
Support
• [Auto, Phone, Tablet, TV, Wear OS] Design improvements to Google Help app.
System Management
• Updates to system management services that improve stability & performance.
Developer Services
• New developer features for Google and third party app developers to support ads, location services and utilities related developer services in their apps.
• New developer service and user experience to allow users to select specific photos or videos to share with an app rather than granting permission to all media files on the device. See https://developer.android.com/about/versions/13/features/photopicker for more information.
Source:
Support Page
Follow @PixelHubUpdates
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#PlayStore
Play Store web redesign widely rollout, alongside with Data Safety section
After years of waiting, the long-awaited Play Store web version redesign is finally rolling out globally, which matches the current design of the Play Store app itself. If you don’t know yet, Google has been experimenting with the Play Store redesign a few months ago.
This redesign has brought a refresh for the category into Games, Apps, Movies, Books, Kids. It appeared for desktop users on the top while mobile users can access it from the bottom. While opening the app listing, you will see everything has been reorganised on the desktop side, whereas on mobile it is something similar to the Play Store app itself.
Lastly, Data Safety. The section is now available on the web version and you can see how apps manage your data before you give it a try. As expected, it will be made available on the Play Store app for all platforms soon.
Follow @PixelHubUpdates
Play Store web redesign widely rollout, alongside with Data Safety section
After years of waiting, the long-awaited Play Store web version redesign is finally rolling out globally, which matches the current design of the Play Store app itself. If you don’t know yet, Google has been experimenting with the Play Store redesign a few months ago.
This redesign has brought a refresh for the category into Games, Apps, Movies, Books, Kids. It appeared for desktop users on the top while mobile users can access it from the bottom. While opening the app listing, you will see everything has been reorganised on the desktop side, whereas on mobile it is something similar to the Play Store app itself.
Lastly, Data Safety. The section is now available on the web version and you can see how apps manage your data before you give it a try. As expected, it will be made available on the Play Store app for all platforms soon.
Follow @PixelHubUpdates
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#PlayStore
Google Play Store app listings can now show compatibility for your active devices
Besides the Play Store web interface update, Google has also updated the application itself to show compatibility of your devices.
The addition of this section, I can't see how useful it is for now as it is basically repetitive from the app info on the top itself. Also, it only shows your TV devices alongside with your cuurent device in the list, but not your other phones or tablets yet. Hopefully that will get added at a later date.
When the application isn't compatible with your device, you will just see "Won't work on your device" wording, no more other information.
Follow @PixelHubUpdates
Google Play Store app listings can now show compatibility for your active devices
Besides the Play Store web interface update, Google has also updated the application itself to show compatibility of your devices.
The addition of this section, I can't see how useful it is for now as it is basically repetitive from the app info on the top itself. Also, it only shows your TV devices alongside with your cuurent device in the list, but not your other phones or tablets yet. Hopefully that will get added at a later date.
When the application isn't compatible with your device, you will just see "Won't work on your device" wording, no more other information.
Follow @PixelHubUpdates