#Android #A12
Here a look of the new widget editing tool in Android 12
In Android 12, there is a new API which added the "Reconfigure" button for widgets, which developers can take advantage of it.
It is a floating action button which appears when you edit the widget, like place, move or resize it, allows user to reconfigure its settings without making any other changes. With the new Reconfigure API introduced in Android 12, it will be much easier to implement it and let users reconfigure more complex widget settings.
It is live on Google Drive new Material You widget for now. Android Police also discovered Series Guide on beta version support the new widget API. (Android Police)
Here a look of the new widget editing tool in Android 12
In Android 12, there is a new API which added the "Reconfigure" button for widgets, which developers can take advantage of it.
It is a floating action button which appears when you edit the widget, like place, move or resize it, allows user to reconfigure its settings without making any other changes. With the new Reconfigure API introduced in Android 12, it will be much easier to implement it and let users reconfigure more complex widget settings.
It is live on Google Drive new Material You widget for now. Android Police also discovered Series Guide on beta version support the new widget API. (Android Police)
#News
Google is currently having small issues here and there
This is a small issue by Google, started since a few hours ago.
This outage affect Android users as far as we know, with several people reporting not able to add their Google account. Also Nearby Share is down too. There is workaround for login issue though. Use a VPN and choose a different country like U.K. and you might be able to solve the issue.
There might be more issues encountered by other users, Currently it affect only a few, hope Google is aware of this issue though.
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Google is currently having small issues here and there
This is a small issue by Google, started since a few hours ago.
This outage affect Android users as far as we know, with several people reporting not able to add their Google account. Also Nearby Share is down too. There is workaround for login issue though. Use a VPN and choose a different country like U.K. and you might be able to solve the issue.
There might be more issues encountered by other users, Currently it affect only a few, hope Google is aware of this issue though.
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#Google #MY #Pixel6
Google's Material You weather widget will be exclusive to Pixel 6 first, later rollout to older Pixel devices
So there is two weather widgets discovered in the Google app, and those widgets will be first available to the Pixel 6.
9To5Google reported that the Google app beta will check whether it a Pixel 6 device or not. If it is, the widget will show up, else it will just be hidden. Google will be preparing rolling it out to older Pixel devices, and rest of the Android OEM devices won't have it, unfortunately.
Also the weather widgets is only available on Android 12. (9To5Google)
Google's Material You weather widget will be exclusive to Pixel 6 first, later rollout to older Pixel devices
So there is two weather widgets discovered in the Google app, and those widgets will be first available to the Pixel 6.
9To5Google reported that the Google app beta will check whether it a Pixel 6 device or not. If it is, the widget will show up, else it will just be hidden. Google will be preparing rolling it out to older Pixel devices, and rest of the Android OEM devices won't have it, unfortunately.
Also the weather widgets is only available on Android 12. (9To5Google)
android12-extensions-v8.0.0.zip
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#Module #A12
Android 12 Extensions v8.0.0 | Android 12
Updated: 28/9/2021
Changelog:
• Added full support for Beta 5
• Theme engine: Added setting for custom complementary color
• Theme engine: Added support for local widget and menu colors in Pixel Launcher
• Theme engine: Switched to new color science library (Color.kt)
• Theme engine: Removed old color model (reduce colorfulness to get the same results)
• Theme engine: Improved accuracy of color conversion pipeline
• Theme engine: Fixed internal white point mismatches
• Theme engine: Fixed color schemes in Wallpaper & style
• Added option for multi-color popup menus in Pixel Launcher
• Enabled new Live Space by default
• Fixed custom ripple animations on Beta 5
• Fixed disabling unified internet on Beta 5
• Fixed circular icons on AOSP
Notes:
• Use this version of LSPosed in order to fix custom ripple animations.
• Source code (GitHub)
• Donate on Patreon for sustainable support and rewards or buy me a coffee
By @kdrag0n
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Android 12 Extensions v8.0.0 | Android 12
Updated: 28/9/2021
Changelog:
• Added full support for Beta 5
• Theme engine: Added setting for custom complementary color
• Theme engine: Added support for local widget and menu colors in Pixel Launcher
• Theme engine: Switched to new color science library (Color.kt)
• Theme engine: Removed old color model (reduce colorfulness to get the same results)
• Theme engine: Improved accuracy of color conversion pipeline
• Theme engine: Fixed internal white point mismatches
• Theme engine: Fixed color schemes in Wallpaper & style
• Added option for multi-color popup menus in Pixel Launcher
• Enabled new Live Space by default
• Fixed custom ripple animations on Beta 5
• Fixed disabling unified internet on Beta 5
• Fixed circular icons on AOSP
Notes:
• Use this version of LSPosed in order to fix custom ripple animations.
• Source code (GitHub)
• Donate on Patreon for sustainable support and rewards or buy me a coffee
By @kdrag0n
Follow @PixelHubUpdates
#GooglePlay #PlayStore
Google Play Store install progress bar appear everywhere, installed app icon also get redesign
Play Store will get Material You redesign soon, but before that, Google quietly tweak some visual part of the app.
When your app is in download or update process, the circle progress bar now appeared in every place, search result (previously limited to the top app), developers page info and other part of the app.
If the app is already installed on your device, it will show art like icon of the "play button with tick" and the word "Installed", this also appear in every part of the app too.
These are all the small changes in the Play Store and it rolling out to everyone. By the way, the Google app icon has been updated in the Play Store after years, with a pure white background and the "G" logo, now it much nicer.
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Google Play Store install progress bar appear everywhere, installed app icon also get redesign
Play Store will get Material You redesign soon, but before that, Google quietly tweak some visual part of the app.
When your app is in download or update process, the circle progress bar now appeared in every place, search result (previously limited to the top app), developers page info and other part of the app.
If the app is already installed on your device, it will show art like icon of the "play button with tick" and the word "Installed", this also appear in every part of the app too.
These are all the small changes in the Play Store and it rolling out to everyone. By the way, the Google app icon has been updated in the Play Store after years, with a pure white background and the "G" logo, now it much nicer.
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#News
New Android Trojan "GriftHorse" signs up for subnoscription payments without your notice
There a new Android Trojan known as “GriftHorse” which tricks people into subscribing recurring payment subnoscriptions.
The trojan works as a notification promoting that you have win something. Opening the notification redirect you to a website which let you fill in your phone number, entering it in the website signs you up for a bogus service with recurring subnoscriptions. The monthly fee costs around $36/month, and no credit card is needed since it a SMS subnoscription service, hence it will be charge from your carrier monthly bill.
The trojan is known to be active since November 2020. It is discovered in more than 100 Android applications. Google has already removed those applications from Play Store but if you manage to download one of it, it still in your device and it continue to affect. Learn more about the technical details here if you are interested in. (Android Authority)
New Android Trojan "GriftHorse" signs up for subnoscription payments without your notice
There a new Android Trojan known as “GriftHorse” which tricks people into subscribing recurring payment subnoscriptions.
The trojan works as a notification promoting that you have win something. Opening the notification redirect you to a website which let you fill in your phone number, entering it in the website signs you up for a bogus service with recurring subnoscriptions. The monthly fee costs around $36/month, and no credit card is needed since it a SMS subnoscription service, hence it will be charge from your carrier monthly bill.
The trojan is known to be active since November 2020. It is discovered in more than 100 Android applications. Google has already removed those applications from Play Store but if you manage to download one of it, it still in your device and it continue to affect. Learn more about the technical details here if you are interested in. (Android Authority)
#Workspace #Drive #Chrome
Open Google Drive documents from Chrome New Tab page instantly
Feel annoying to load the Google Drive website to just open a single file? An upcoming update will introduce opening Google Drive files via Chrome new tab page.
The feature is hidden under some Chrome flags for awhile, and Google will be bringing it to everyone in the next 15 days, via a Chrome browser update probably. Users will be able to access their highest prioity Drive files straight from the new tab page.
By the way, if you don't find this enough, Google earlier announced the ability to quickly search for Drive files in the Chrome address bar, didn't know about this earlier but definitely yet another cool feature. (Google Workspace Blog)
Open Google Drive documents from Chrome New Tab page instantly
Feel annoying to load the Google Drive website to just open a single file? An upcoming update will introduce opening Google Drive files via Chrome new tab page.
The feature is hidden under some Chrome flags for awhile, and Google will be bringing it to everyone in the next 15 days, via a Chrome browser update probably. Users will be able to access their highest prioity Drive files straight from the new tab page.
By the way, if you don't find this enough, Google earlier announced the ability to quickly search for Drive files in the Chrome address bar, didn't know about this earlier but definitely yet another cool feature. (Google Workspace Blog)
#News
Google Search On '21 event happening in 10 minutes
Official Website | YouTube Live Stream
Every answer leads to a new question
Google Search On '21 event happening in 10 minutes
Official Website | YouTube Live Stream
Every answer leads to a new question
At Search On, we’ll share how we’re making Google more helpful for the trillions of searches we see every year, whether you’re looking for a simple answer, to explore a new topic or find the right product for you.Withgoogle
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Search outside the box
#News
Android Dev Summit hosting virtually next month, meanwhile Chrome in November
Android Dev Summit 2021 (Website)
Date: Oct 27~28 (Wed~Thu)
Android 12 & Material You API are some stuff to be introduce in the event, comprised of various “What’s new” sessions and recommend developers to adopt from their latest OS.
Chrome Dev Summit 2021 (Website)
Date: Nov 3 (Wed)
Chrome keynote and ask me anything (AMA) session with Chrome leaders, space is limited for the workshops, office hours, and learning lounges.
(9To5Google)
Android Dev Summit hosting virtually next month, meanwhile Chrome in November
Android Dev Summit 2021 (Website)
Date: Oct 27~28 (Wed~Thu)
Android 12 & Material You API are some stuff to be introduce in the event, comprised of various “What’s new” sessions and recommend developers to adopt from their latest OS.
Chrome Dev Summit 2021 (Website)
Date: Nov 3 (Wed)
Chrome keynote and ask me anything (AMA) session with Chrome leaders, space is limited for the workshops, office hours, and learning lounges.
(9To5Google)
#Google
Shopping experience improving in Google Search
Google actually just released a blog post for shopping related stuff with Google Search. Read more here:
https://blog.google/products/shopping/search-on-2021/
Shopping experience improving in Google Search
Google actually just released a blog post for shopping related stuff with Google Search. Read more here:
https://blog.google/products/shopping/search-on-2021/
Google
New ways to find shopping inspiration on Google
At Search On, we announced shoppers can find inspiration and discover new products and brands on Google.
#Google
Google Search introduce more powerful tools, evaluating information online
Google introduced more search tools to enhance your experience and find more related results with Search. Read more here:
https://blog.google/products/search/evaluating-information-online-tools/
Google Search introduce more powerful tools, evaluating information online
Google introduced more search tools to enhance your experience and find more related results with Search. Read more here:
https://blog.google/products/search/evaluating-information-online-tools/
Google
Helpful Search tools for evaluating information online
We're building helpful tools to give you context about the information you find online, including expanding About This Result.
#Google #Highlights
Search On '21 Highlights
• Multitask Unified Model (MUM)
• Redesigning the Google Search page
• More choice for shopping
• New tools to evaluate information
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Search On '21 Highlights
• Multitask Unified Model (MUM)
• Redesigning the Google Search page
• More choice for shopping
• New tools to evaluate information
Follow @PixelHubUpdates
#Maps
Google Maps getting more useful additions, keeping communities safe and informed
Google Maps got several improvements, which connect people in more places. Read more here:
https://blog.google/products/maps/search-on-maps-2021/
Google Maps getting more useful additions, keeping communities safe and informed
Google Maps got several improvements, which connect people in more places. Read more here:
https://blog.google/products/maps/search-on-maps-2021/
Google
New ways maps and AI keep communities safe and informed
Google is helping address global challenges — from climate change to bringing unaddressed communities on the map.
#Maps
Google Maps add wildfire map details, bring 'Tree Canopy' tool to 100 cities
Starting this week for Android and next month for iOS, Google Maps will show active wildfires, which is an improvement from last year.
In U.S, the feature will be more detail, which includes information from the National Interagency Fire Center. Google said they hope to expand it to more countries, with Australia the next countries to get it in the next few months.
Besides that, Google is expand their Tree Canopy tool. It is available in 15 U.S. cities for now, and it will expand to 100 cities around the world. This tool shows the coverage of tree in urban areas to show how worse the temperature is rising and how poor the air quality is. Google reported that LA is using these data and aim to increase tree shade by at 50% in 2028. (9To5Google)
Google Maps add wildfire map details, bring 'Tree Canopy' tool to 100 cities
Starting this week for Android and next month for iOS, Google Maps will show active wildfires, which is an improvement from last year.
In U.S, the feature will be more detail, which includes information from the National Interagency Fire Center. Google said they hope to expand it to more countries, with Australia the next countries to get it in the next few months.
Besides that, Google is expand their Tree Canopy tool. It is available in 15 U.S. cities for now, and it will expand to 100 cities around the world. This tool shows the coverage of tree in urban areas to show how worse the temperature is rising and how poor the air quality is. Google reported that LA is using these data and aim to increase tree shade by at 50% in 2028. (9To5Google)
#Google #Lens
Take a picture and ask questions to Google Lens will be possible soon, thanks to MUM
At 2021 Google I/O, Google announced Multitask Unified Model (MUM), which Google point as a massive improvement for Search. And Google Lens will be among the first to try out the features, coming early next year.
After taking a picture of an object or send a picture to let Google analyse it, swiping up will show you "Visual matches" at the moment. Soon you will see a new "Add questions" button at the top of the sheet which will then let you type your questions to refine your search result.
Several examples of how this works. First one show an image capturing a shirt with pattern style. After that, you can type "socks with this pattern" and Google will help you find it and show you the results. Another one is capturing a broken bike part. Type "how do you fix this" and Google will find you results which will teach you how to fix that part of the bike. (9To5Google)
Take a picture and ask questions to Google Lens will be possible soon, thanks to MUM
At 2021 Google I/O, Google announced Multitask Unified Model (MUM), which Google point as a massive improvement for Search. And Google Lens will be among the first to try out the features, coming early next year.
After taking a picture of an object or send a picture to let Google analyse it, swiping up will show you "Visual matches" at the moment. Soon you will see a new "Add questions" button at the top of the sheet which will then let you type your questions to refine your search result.
Several examples of how this works. First one show an image capturing a shirt with pattern style. After that, you can type "socks with this pattern" and Google will help you find it and show you the results. Another one is capturing a broken bike part. Type "how do you fix this" and Google will find you results which will teach you how to fix that part of the bike. (9To5Google)