#Updates #Pixel
October 2021 Security Patch rolling out
This update is still releasing with Android 11. No changes/fixes, just some security improvements included.
Download:
Pixel 3: Factory Images | OTA
Pixel 3 XL: Factory Images | OTA
Pixel 3a: Factory Images | OTA
Pixel 3a XL: Factory Images | OTA
Pixel 4: Factory Images | OTA
Pixel 4 XL: Factory Images | OTA
Pixel 4a: Factory Images| OTA
Pixel 4a 5G: Factory Images | OTA
Pixel 5: Factory Images| OTA
Pixel 5a: Factory Images (Japan) | OTA (Japan)
More info:
Pixel Phone Support Forum | 9To5Google
October 2021 Security Patch rolling out
This update is still releasing with Android 11. No changes/fixes, just some security improvements included.
Download:
Pixel 3: Factory Images | OTA
Pixel 3 XL: Factory Images | OTA
Pixel 3a: Factory Images | OTA
Pixel 3a XL: Factory Images | OTA
Pixel 4: Factory Images | OTA
Pixel 4 XL: Factory Images | OTA
Pixel 4a: Factory Images| OTA
Pixel 4a 5G: Factory Images | OTA
Pixel 5: Factory Images| OTA
Pixel 5a: Factory Images (Japan) | OTA (Japan)
More info:
Pixel Phone Support Forum | 9To5Google
#Android #A12 #Pixel
Android 12 for Pixel might include more Pixel exclusive features
So far the last Pixel Feature Drop update is on June 2021, and we didn't see it last month and this month for now. Seems like Google might be just working on it with the Android 12 releases for their Google Pixel.
From the Android Developer Blog, we can see that the update will come to Pixel devices in the next few weeks. Just later, the Android team told 9to5Google that it’s “putting the finishing touches on a special release with Pixel-exclusive and Pixel-first experiences on Android 12.”
“Putting the finishing touches” is Google’s explanation for why Android 12 is not available on day one for Pixel phones, while it says to expect a “special release.” “Pixel-exclusive and Pixel-first experiences” hinted that the next Pixel Feature Drop could be a very big change.
Material You in Google first party applications are gradually rolling out in the past few months, but still some apps in Pixel like Digital Wellbeing, Google app, Play Store and many more haven't got it. So probably Google is trying to make an all-out effort to push the redesign to all of their apps first before releasing Android 12 stable update.
Also don't forget that Google is really focusing on their Pixel 6 releases. Google might want to introduce all the software features of it brand new Pixel in a grand announcement rather just simply giving OTA updates for older devices and make a blog post about it. (9To5Google)
Android 12 for Pixel might include more Pixel exclusive features
So far the last Pixel Feature Drop update is on June 2021, and we didn't see it last month and this month for now. Seems like Google might be just working on it with the Android 12 releases for their Google Pixel.
From the Android Developer Blog, we can see that the update will come to Pixel devices in the next few weeks. Just later, the Android team told 9to5Google that it’s “putting the finishing touches on a special release with Pixel-exclusive and Pixel-first experiences on Android 12.”
“Putting the finishing touches” is Google’s explanation for why Android 12 is not available on day one for Pixel phones, while it says to expect a “special release.” “Pixel-exclusive and Pixel-first experiences” hinted that the next Pixel Feature Drop could be a very big change.
Material You in Google first party applications are gradually rolling out in the past few months, but still some apps in Pixel like Digital Wellbeing, Google app, Play Store and many more haven't got it. So probably Google is trying to make an all-out effort to push the redesign to all of their apps first before releasing Android 12 stable update.
Also don't forget that Google is really focusing on their Pixel 6 releases. Google might want to introduce all the software features of it brand new Pixel in a grand announcement rather just simply giving OTA updates for older devices and make a blog post about it. (9To5Google)
9to5Google
Google working on ‘finishing touches’ for its Android 12 update with ‘Pixel-exclusive’ features
While Android 12 is now available in AOSP, Google did not release it to Pixel phones in an unprecedented move. Android 12 Pixel update...
#Pixel
Now Playing on Pixel gaining UI redesign with favorite feature & cloud search
Pixel's Now Playing is getting some interface updates & new features.
Android System Intelligence version S.6 on Pixel 5 hinted points that an upcoming Now Playing redesign will adds a three-tab interface. A “History” view will be joined by “Favorites” and “Summary” in the bottom bar.
The update also introduces "Now Playing search". If the song you're finding is not in the local database, you’ll see a search icon that can be added to the lockscreen. Tapping on it will send Google a “short, digital audio fingerprint to identify what’s playing" which will require Internet connection.
Currently the redesign is not rolling out yet, and the update for Android System Intelligence is not widely available. It will show up in the launch of Android 12 for Pixel devices probably. (9To5Google)
Now Playing on Pixel gaining UI redesign with favorite feature & cloud search
Pixel's Now Playing is getting some interface updates & new features.
Android System Intelligence version S.6 on Pixel 5 hinted points that an upcoming Now Playing redesign will adds a three-tab interface. A “History” view will be joined by “Favorites” and “Summary” in the bottom bar.
The update also introduces "Now Playing search". If the song you're finding is not in the local database, you’ll see a search icon that can be added to the lockscreen. Tapping on it will send Google a “short, digital audio fingerprint to identify what’s playing" which will require Internet connection.
Currently the redesign is not rolling out yet, and the update for Android System Intelligence is not widely available. It will show up in the launch of Android 12 for Pixel devices probably. (9To5Google)
9to5Google
Now Playing on Pixel readying UI redesign with favoriting, cloud search [APK Insight]
The Pixel’s Now Playing feature is powered by Android System Intelligence. An upcoming Pixel Now Playing redesign will introduce...
#EasterEgg
One employee from Google released a cool wallpaper celebrating Android 12 release
Android 12 is here and someone from Google just released a cool wallpaper to celebrate Android 12 stable release.
Dave Burke, VP Engineering of the Android team tweeted out:
"A cool background to celebrate the launch of Android Snow Cone!🍧"
This tweet let us know that Android 12 codename is officially call Snow Cone. Also he released a wallpaper with a few Android mascot head on top of the snow cone. (Dave Burke)
*By the way, here the brand new Android 12.1 wallpaper for AOSP.
One employee from Google released a cool wallpaper celebrating Android 12 release
Android 12 is here and someone from Google just released a cool wallpaper to celebrate Android 12 stable release.
Dave Burke, VP Engineering of the Android team tweeted out:
"A cool background to celebrate the launch of Android Snow Cone!🍧"
This tweet let us know that Android 12 codename is officially call Snow Cone. Also he released a wallpaper with a few Android mascot head on top of the snow cone. (Dave Burke)
*By the way, here the brand new Android 12.1 wallpaper for AOSP.
#Apps #YTMusic #MY
New YouTube Music Material You widget rolling out for some
YouTube Music "Turntable" widget is starting to appear for some users today.
The new widget provides “Quick access to your most recently played tracks” and is 3×2 by default. You can expand it to use up the whole screen if you want. Currently there only two action buttons, one for play pause at the bottom and one for like/unlike at the top.
The cover art doesn't spin for now when the music is playing, also doesn't appear to rotate with the current play position. Probably the widget is still in early stage development, so we just gonna wait for the stable rollout of the widget. You can try it out if you are on Android 12, but it will be usable for just a few minutes before the app starts to sync. (9To5Google)
Download (v4.48.51):
Play Store | APKMirror
New YouTube Music Material You widget rolling out for some
YouTube Music "Turntable" widget is starting to appear for some users today.
The new widget provides “Quick access to your most recently played tracks” and is 3×2 by default. You can expand it to use up the whole screen if you want. Currently there only two action buttons, one for play pause at the bottom and one for like/unlike at the top.
The cover art doesn't spin for now when the music is playing, also doesn't appear to rotate with the current play position. Probably the widget is still in early stage development, so we just gonna wait for the stable rollout of the widget. You can try it out if you are on Android 12, but it will be usable for just a few minutes before the app starts to sync. (9To5Google)
Download (v4.48.51):
Play Store | APKMirror
#Doodle
Google celebrating World Teachers' Day on Doodle and Classroom
Google Blog
Some countries have their Teachers' Day held on different date, but anyway, October 5th which is World Teachers' Day and Google is celebrating it via Doodle and Classroom.
For the Doodle, Google use bees to represent teachers and students here. The Doodle isn't simply live in every region, a few Europe & Africa countries, Canada and Russia will be having it. On the Google homepage, you will be getting Happy World Teachers' Day featured under the search bar, this is available worldwide.
Besides, if you use Google Classroom, you may have noticed a small banner which written Happy World Teachers' Day, with a learn more button which redirect you to the Google Blog. You will only see that once on the mobile app while you will see it every time on the desktop web.
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Google celebrating World Teachers' Day on Doodle and Classroom
Google Blog
Some countries have their Teachers' Day held on different date, but anyway, October 5th which is World Teachers' Day and Google is celebrating it via Doodle and Classroom.
For the Doodle, Google use bees to represent teachers and students here. The Doodle isn't simply live in every region, a few Europe & Africa countries, Canada and Russia will be having it. On the Google homepage, you will be getting Happy World Teachers' Day featured under the search bar, this is available worldwide.
Besides, if you use Google Classroom, you may have noticed a small banner which written Happy World Teachers' Day, with a learn more button which redirect you to the Google Blog. You will only see that once on the mobile app while you will see it every time on the desktop web.
Follow @PixelHubUpdates
#Apps #Files #MY
Google Files Material You redesign rolling out to older Android versions
A new Google Files update brings Material You redesign to older Android version. Previously it being exclusive on Android 12 for awhile.
Pill shaped buttons are everywhere now, also bottom bar got pill shaped indicator and a little higher than older version, also got colored. Color accent are all blue as usual like how other apps that got Material You redesign got too on older Android version. That the only changes.
Version 1.0.400 brings the redesign, not server side update, it generally available via the app itself. You can download it from the link below.
Download (v1.0.400):
Play Store | APKMirror
Notes:
• Thanks @xheshx for first sharing
• Generally available
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Google Files Material You redesign rolling out to older Android versions
A new Google Files update brings Material You redesign to older Android version. Previously it being exclusive on Android 12 for awhile.
Pill shaped buttons are everywhere now, also bottom bar got pill shaped indicator and a little higher than older version, also got colored. Color accent are all blue as usual like how other apps that got Material You redesign got too on older Android version. That the only changes.
Version 1.0.400 brings the redesign, not server side update, it generally available via the app itself. You can download it from the link below.
Download (v1.0.400):
Play Store | APKMirror
Notes:
• Thanks @xheshx for first sharing
• Generally available
Follow @PixelHubUpdates
#YTMusic #MY
YouTube Music also gains new "Now Playing & Recently Played" widget
YouTube Music has been gaining many goodies these days, with free background playback rolling out soon and new"Turntable" widget, now there another Material You widget being discovered.
The widget is given the name "Now Playing & Recently Played", which show you currently playing track and recently played tracks. There a like/unlike button and play/pause button at the top right of the widget, with the currently playing track name, artist and cover displayed at the left. The widget can expand up to 10 recently played tracks, also support Dynamic Colors.
Keep in mind the widget is still in development, so it doesn't work as expected, with the recently played track displaying the currently play one only. It isn't roll out officially yet, this is just a behind the scene preview of the widget that is coming soon. (Mishaal Rahman)
YouTube Music also gains new "Now Playing & Recently Played" widget
YouTube Music has been gaining many goodies these days, with free background playback rolling out soon and new"Turntable" widget, now there another Material You widget being discovered.
The widget is given the name "Now Playing & Recently Played", which show you currently playing track and recently played tracks. There a like/unlike button and play/pause button at the top right of the widget, with the currently playing track name, artist and cover displayed at the left. The widget can expand up to 10 recently played tracks, also support Dynamic Colors.
Keep in mind the widget is still in development, so it doesn't work as expected, with the recently played track displaying the currently play one only. It isn't roll out officially yet, this is just a behind the scene preview of the widget that is coming soon. (Mishaal Rahman)