#News #Pixel
Google Pixel Buds A will get a color refresh
Source
Leaker Kamila Wojciechowska has found renders of an unreleased colorway of the 2021 Pixel Buds A-series.
The buds and the inside of the case are a light blue color, with the outside being in white.
It's likely that the earbuds will be released during Google I/O to match the Pixel 7a in "Arctic Blue". Google is also working on Pixel Buds Pro in a similar color.
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Google Pixel Buds A will get a color refresh
Source
Leaker Kamila Wojciechowska has found renders of an unreleased colorway of the 2021 Pixel Buds A-series.
The buds and the inside of the case are a light blue color, with the outside being in white.
It's likely that the earbuds will be released during Google I/O to match the Pixel 7a in "Arctic Blue". Google is also working on Pixel Buds Pro in a similar color.
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#Android #A15
Android 15 treats you ice cream in vanilla flavor
Mishaal Rahman | AOSP Gerrit
Android 14 just entered developer preview stage in Feb and seems like someone out there has managed to find out the internal dessert name used for the latter version of Android: Vanilla Ice Cream will be representing Android 15.
Google has already started to list out plans for Android 15 despite Android 14 is still in early stage, just so they can make sure the feature can be implemented on time for the next release. Just a fun fact but this time the codename has been revealed one and a half month earlier than Android 13, which was first revealed in late April 2022.
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Android 15 treats you ice cream in vanilla flavor
Mishaal Rahman | AOSP Gerrit
Android 14 just entered developer preview stage in Feb and seems like someone out there has managed to find out the internal dessert name used for the latter version of Android: Vanilla Ice Cream will be representing Android 15.
Google has already started to list out plans for Android 15 despite Android 14 is still in early stage, just so they can make sure the feature can be implemented on time for the next release. Just a fun fact but this time the codename has been revealed one and a half month earlier than Android 13, which was first revealed in late April 2022.
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#Google
Google app Material You design starts to roll out
It is spotted that Google is trying to implement Material You element into their search app, most of them aren't live for users yet but the search suggestion page seems to be the first to roll out.
The design is familiar as it can be found in the Pixel Launcher search feature too. Only devices running Android 12 or later will be receiving the new UI in order to make the experience consistent with the system.
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Google app Material You design starts to roll out
It is spotted that Google is trying to implement Material You element into their search app, most of them aren't live for users yet but the search suggestion page seems to be the first to roll out.
The design is familiar as it can be found in the Pixel Launcher search feature too. Only devices running Android 12 or later will be receiving the new UI in order to make the experience consistent with the system.
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#Chrome
Chrome for Android to receive new UI in search suggestions, better tab management tools and more
It has been a while since we saw some breaking new features on Chrome. Anyway, those are coming very soon in future versions, here are some that are worth giving attention to.
The next version of Chrome will come with a zoom option where you can enlarge the content while keeping all of them in view, which was announced a few days ago. And Chrome 113 has prepared a slight UI change to match the look of the Pixel Launcher universal search design.
There are some handy tools in the tab management section, where you can select multiple tabs and close, group or bookmark them. This is also prepared for public launch on version 113.
It is also discovered that the incognito lock feature seems to be ready (tested and working), followed by a reorganised Privacy and security settings page to make ways for the Privacy Sandbox feature, now it's up to Google on when to roll out the feature.
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Chrome for Android to receive new UI in search suggestions, better tab management tools and more
It has been a while since we saw some breaking new features on Chrome. Anyway, those are coming very soon in future versions, here are some that are worth giving attention to.
The next version of Chrome will come with a zoom option where you can enlarge the content while keeping all of them in view, which was announced a few days ago. And Chrome 113 has prepared a slight UI change to match the look of the Pixel Launcher universal search design.
There are some handy tools in the tab management section, where you can select multiple tabs and close, group or bookmark them. This is also prepared for public launch on version 113.
It is also discovered that the incognito lock feature seems to be ready (tested and working), followed by a reorganised Privacy and security settings page to make ways for the Privacy Sandbox feature, now it's up to Google on when to roll out the feature.
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#Updates #Android
SDK Platform Tools r34.0.1 has been released!
Release date: March 2023
Changelog (adb):
• macOS: Reverted "unstable connectivity (MacBook high speed cable)" resolution due to adb install hang.
Changelog (fastboot):
• Windows: Fixed "mke2fs: Illegal or malformed device name while trying to determine filesystem size" error introduced in Platform tools 34.0.0.
Download:
• Windows
• Mac
• Linux
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SDK Platform Tools r34.0.1 has been released!
Release date: March 2023
Changelog (adb):
• macOS: Reverted "unstable connectivity (MacBook high speed cable)" resolution due to adb install hang.
Changelog (fastboot):
• Windows: Fixed "mke2fs: Illegal or malformed device name while trying to determine filesystem size" error introduced in Platform tools 34.0.0.
Download:
• Windows
• Mac
• Linux
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#Updates #Pixel
March 2023 Android Security Bulletin has been released!
Source
Google is a bit slow today with releasing the March QPR2 based Android 13 builds, but they have released the ASB for this month's security fixes in the 2023-03-01 and 2023-03-05 security patch.
Sadly, Android 10 will not have any future security backports from Google.
As always, we'll keep you updated when the March builds for Pixels will be released. ❤️
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March 2023 Android Security Bulletin has been released!
Source
Google is a bit slow today with releasing the March QPR2 based Android 13 builds, but they have released the ASB for this month's security fixes in the 2023-03-01 and 2023-03-05 security patch.
Sadly, Android 10 will not have any future security backports from Google.
As always, we'll keep you updated when the March builds for Pixels will be released. ❤️
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#News
Pixel Buds Pro gain Spatial Audio and Head Tracking features
Source
The Pixel Buds Pro have received a new Spatial Audio menu and Head Tracking with the 4.30 update that's rolling out today.
With this, the audio will move along with your head moving to sound more natural. There's a demo that lets you hear how the audio changes.
You'll be able to use it on YouTube, Google TV, Disney+, HBO Max, and Netflix.
Spatial Audio is available on Pixel 6, 6 Pro, 7 and 7 Pro. It's not available on Pixel Buds A or Pixel A-series phones.
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Pixel Buds Pro gain Spatial Audio and Head Tracking features
Source
The Pixel Buds Pro have received a new Spatial Audio menu and Head Tracking with the 4.30 update that's rolling out today.
With this, the audio will move along with your head moving to sound more natural. There's a demo that lets you hear how the audio changes.
You'll be able to use it on YouTube, Google TV, Disney+, HBO Max, and Netflix.
Spatial Audio is available on Pixel 6, 6 Pro, 7 and 7 Pro. It's not available on Pixel Buds A or Pixel A-series phones.
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#News #GoogleIO
Google I/O 2023 has been announced
Google has teased I/O with a puzzle, that revealed the date of the event which will held on Wednesday, May 10th of 2023.
Like last year, I/O will have a limited live audience and you can register to it for free right here.
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Google I/O 2023 has been announced
Google has teased I/O with a puzzle, that revealed the date of the event which will held on Wednesday, May 10th of 2023.
Like last year, I/O will have a limited live audience and you can register to it for free right here.
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As we celebrate the festival of colors, the Pixel Hub team extends our warmest greetings and heartfelt wishes.
May your day be filled with vibrant colors, delicious sweets, and joyful celebrations with your loved ones. Let's spread love and happiness, and make unforgettable memories on this colorful festival of Holi.
Enjoy the festivities and have a wonderful time, from the Pixel Hub team ❤️
May your day be filled with vibrant colors, delicious sweets, and joyful celebrations with your loved ones. Let's spread love and happiness, and make unforgettable memories on this colorful festival of Holi.
Enjoy the festivities and have a wonderful time, from the Pixel Hub team ❤️
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#Android #A14DP2
Android 14 Developer Preview 2 is now available!
r/android_beta | Release Notes
The second Developer Preview of Android is out for Pixel 4a 5G devices and newer. Sadly, the Pixel 4a is no longer eligible for the update.
Changelog:
• Grant partial access to photos and videos
• Detect when users take device screenshots
• Changes to how users experience non-dismissable notifications
• Regional preferences
• Apps can kill only their own background processes
• Media owner package names might be redacted
• Additional restrictions on starting activities from the background
• Improvements for app stores
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Android 14 Developer Preview 2 is now available!
r/android_beta | Release Notes
The second Developer Preview of Android is out for Pixel 4a 5G devices and newer. Sadly, the Pixel 4a is no longer eligible for the update.
Changelog:
• Grant partial access to photos and videos
• Detect when users take device screenshots
• Changes to how users experience non-dismissable notifications
• Regional preferences
• Apps can kill only their own background processes
• Media owner package names might be redacted
• Additional restrictions on starting activities from the background
• Improvements for app stores
Follow @PixelHubUpdates
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Google Pixel Hub
#Android #A14DP2 Android 14 Developer Preview 2 is now available! r/android_beta | Release Notes The second Developer Preview of Android is out for Pixel 4a 5G devices and newer. Sadly, the Pixel 4a is no longer eligible for the update. Changelog: • Grant…
#Android #A14DP2
Android 14 Developer Preview 2 has been released!
Release date: March 8, 2023
Build: UPP2.230217.004
Security patch level: March 2023
Google Play services: 23.06.13
API diff: U DP1 → U DP2 & API 33 → U DP2
Download for Google Pixel devices:
Pixel 4a (5G): Factory Image | OTA
Pixel 5: Factory Image | OTA
Pixel 5a: Factory Image | OTA
Pixel 6: Factory Image | OTA
Pixel 6 Pro: Factory Image | OTA
Pixel 6a: Factory Image | OTA
Pixel 7: Factory Image | OTA
Pixel 7 Pro: Factory Image | OTA
64-bit-only factory image builds for testing app compatibility:
Pixel 4a (5G), Pixel 5, Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro
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Android 14 Developer Preview 2 has been released!
Release date: March 8, 2023
Build: UPP2.230217.004
Security patch level: March 2023
Google Play services: 23.06.13
API diff: U DP1 → U DP2 & API 33 → U DP2
Download for Google Pixel devices:
Pixel 4a (5G): Factory Image | OTA
Pixel 5: Factory Image | OTA
Pixel 5a: Factory Image | OTA
Pixel 6: Factory Image | OTA
Pixel 6 Pro: Factory Image | OTA
Pixel 6a: Factory Image | OTA
Pixel 7: Factory Image | OTA
Pixel 7 Pro: Factory Image | OTA
64-bit-only factory image builds for testing app compatibility:
Pixel 4a (5G), Pixel 5, Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro
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#Android #A14DP2
Emoji Wallpaper generator coming to Pixels
XDA Developers
Mishaal Rahman has discovered a new feature coming in the future to Pixel devices. This feature, similar to the one present in iOS 16 will let you make a wallpaper with emojis.
Emoji Lab lets you make wallpapers using emojis from the Noto Emoji font, with various patterns and colors to generate a unique wallpaper that you can save, share or edit later.
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Emoji Wallpaper generator coming to Pixels
XDA Developers
Mishaal Rahman has discovered a new feature coming in the future to Pixel devices. This feature, similar to the one present in iOS 16 will let you make a wallpaper with emojis.
Emoji Lab lets you make wallpapers using emojis from the Noto Emoji font, with various patterns and colors to generate a unique wallpaper that you can save, share or edit later.
Follow @PixelHubUpdates
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#News
Google One members get more perks: VPN and Dark web report
Google Blog
The VPN by Google One, previously exclusive to the 2TB Premium subscribers is coming to all plans for people in the supported countries. The VPN is now available on Android, iOS, Windows and Mac.
Google One can now scan the dark web for your personal information, like your name, address, email, phone number and Social Security number and will notify you if it’s found and give you advice on what to do, like report your SSN to the government as stolen.
VPN by Google One will come to 22 countries starting today. Dark web report will be available to Google One members in the US.
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Google One members get more perks: VPN and Dark web report
Google Blog
The VPN by Google One, previously exclusive to the 2TB Premium subscribers is coming to all plans for people in the supported countries. The VPN is now available on Android, iOS, Windows and Mac.
Google One can now scan the dark web for your personal information, like your name, address, email, phone number and Social Security number and will notify you if it’s found and give you advice on what to do, like report your SSN to the government as stolen.
VPN by Google One will come to 22 countries starting today. Dark web report will be available to Google One members in the US.
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#Android #A14DP2
Some miscellaneous changes in Android 14 Developer Preview 2
Mishaal Rahman
• New "Battery Widget" option in Settings that let you add the widget to your home screen
• A new back gesture design that supports dynamic theming is now enabled by default.
• Clock settings are now seen under Wallpapers & styles, it doesn't do anything though.
• There's a new section named Speakers & Displays in the media output picker with Google Home devices.
• A new monochromatic Material You color scheme is available to choose.
• The wallpaper preview is now full screen by default.
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Some miscellaneous changes in Android 14 Developer Preview 2
Mishaal Rahman
• New "Battery Widget" option in Settings that let you add the widget to your home screen
• A new back gesture design that supports dynamic theming is now enabled by default.
• Clock settings are now seen under Wallpapers & styles, it doesn't do anything though.
• There's a new section named Speakers & Displays in the media output picker with Google Home devices.
• A new monochromatic Material You color scheme is available to choose.
• The wallpaper preview is now full screen by default.
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#News #Pixel
Android 13 QPR3 Beta 1 is coming on Monday, March 13th
r/android_beta
The official Android Beta Program Reddit account has announced that the June release of Android 13 will start its beta on March 13th.
If you're on the beta program, you'll receive an OTA next week.
If you want to go on the Stable March QPR2 update (which is "releasing this month") without wiping data, check out the Reddit post.
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Android 13 QPR3 Beta 1 is coming on Monday, March 13th
r/android_beta
The official Android Beta Program Reddit account has announced that the June release of Android 13 will start its beta on March 13th.
If you're on the beta program, you'll receive an OTA next week.
If you want to go on the Stable March QPR2 update (which is "releasing this month") without wiping data, check out the Reddit post.
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#News #PixelWatch
Google taking the #2 place on the smart watch marketshare
Source
According to a Canalys report, Google has taken the second place in the wearable band market with 8% of the marketshare in Q4 2022.
Google has shipped 11.8 million smart wearables in 2022. In Q4 2022, 4 million units have been shipped, including the 880,000 Pixel Watch units which has boosted Google's growth by 16%.
Although the Pixel Watch app had just surpassed 500,000 downloads, it is possible that Google has shipped this many watches.
Considering that the Pixel Watch is Google's first smart watch, it seems to be doing quite good.
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Google taking the #2 place on the smart watch marketshare
Source
According to a Canalys report, Google has taken the second place in the wearable band market with 8% of the marketshare in Q4 2022.
Google has shipped 11.8 million smart wearables in 2022. In Q4 2022, 4 million units have been shipped, including the 880,000 Pixel Watch units which has boosted Google's growth by 16%.
Although the Pixel Watch app had just surpassed 500,000 downloads, it is possible that Google has shipped this many watches.
Considering that the Pixel Watch is Google's first smart watch, it seems to be doing quite good.
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#Translate
Google Translate web version can now translate text in images
Announced a few days ago, the web version of Google Translate is receiving support to translate text inside images, and the feature is widely rolled out by now.
Just felt a little inconvenience as you need to save the image on your computer and upload it, which is the only way to use the feature for now. After uploading, you will get the option to copy text and download the image with translated text on it, the texts in the image are a little small compared to the original one though.
By the way, if you are browsing the web with Google Chrome, you could also use the built-in Lens feature to translate images on the web right away.
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Google Translate web version can now translate text in images
Announced a few days ago, the web version of Google Translate is receiving support to translate text inside images, and the feature is widely rolled out by now.
Just felt a little inconvenience as you need to save the image on your computer and upload it, which is the only way to use the feature for now. After uploading, you will get the option to copy text and download the image with translated text on it, the texts in the image are a little small compared to the original one though.
By the way, if you are browsing the web with Google Chrome, you could also use the built-in Lens feature to translate images on the web right away.
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