Play Store is moving the 'Kids' top tab to a separate navigation button on Tablets.
The section itself has long existed as a tab on the top bar, but now it will be located on the navigation bar. Most likely, this change is relevant only for tablets, because we have already seen it on Google renders in the context of large screens.
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The section itself has long existed as a tab on the top bar, but now it will be located on the navigation bar. Most likely, this change is relevant only for tablets, because we have already seen it on Google renders in the context of large screens.
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Google plans to unveil new colors for the Pixel Buds A-Series and Buds Pro.
Kuba Wojciechowski leaked renders of the Pixel Buds A-Series in the new "Sky Blue" colorway. It is also reported that Pixel Buds Pro will receive the same color scheme.
The new color schemes are likely to coincide with the release of the Pixel 7a, which is rumored to have "Arctic Blue" color.
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Kuba Wojciechowski leaked renders of the Pixel Buds A-Series in the new "Sky Blue" colorway. It is also reported that Pixel Buds Pro will receive the same color scheme.
The new color schemes are likely to coincide with the release of the Pixel 7a, which is rumored to have "Arctic Blue" color.
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If you're an app developer and want to test Android 14's improved predictive back gesture animation (w/ support for cross-task & in-app transition previews) as shown in the below video, here's how 👇
You'll need a device running Android 14 DP1, of course. You'll also need root access, though, so if you don't/can't root your Pixel, then the Android Emulator will suffice as it allows for adb root.
All you have to do is run these commands in an elevated shell:
1) Enable new predictive back animations:
2) Restart system_server:
And voila! You should see the new animations. That's provided you also have "predictive back animations" enabled in Developer Options, as otherwise even the back-to-home animation is disabled. If your app targets API 33, you'll also need to opt in.
In future Android 14 previews, you probably won't have to enable this new predictive back animation using root, but I don't know if that'll happen in DP2, Beta 1, or later.
For the full details on the predictive back gesture improvements coming to Android 14, check out this article I wrote for XDA-Developers a few weeks back.
You'll need a device running Android 14 DP1, of course. You'll also need root access, though, so if you don't/can't root your Pixel, then the Android Emulator will suffice as it allows for adb root.
All you have to do is run these commands in an elevated shell:
1) Enable new predictive back animations:
setprop persist.wm.debug.predictive_back_anim 12) Restart system_server:
stop && startAnd voila! You should see the new animations. That's provided you also have "predictive back animations" enabled in Developer Options, as otherwise even the back-to-home animation is disabled. If your app targets API 33, you'll also need to opt in.
In future Android 14 previews, you probably won't have to enable this new predictive back animation using root, but I don't know if that'll happen in DP2, Beta 1, or later.
For the full details on the predictive back gesture improvements coming to Android 14, check out this article I wrote for XDA-Developers a few weeks back.
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🇬🇧 Android 14 gets official internal codename… Upside Down Cake. In a new code change posted to the Android Open Source Project, it’s been revealed that Google’s internal codename for Android 14 — what would have been “Android U” — is officially “Upside Down…
Android 15 - 'V' dessert code-name has been revealed.
Judging by the commits of the continuous testing framework (TradeFed) on the Android Open Source Project, the sweet name of Android 15 'V' will be 'Vanilla Ice Cream'.
This year's sweet name was revealed a little earlier than Android 14's 'Upside Down Cake', whose name was revealed in late April last year.
Source: Mishaal's Android News Feed
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Judging by the commits of the continuous testing framework (TradeFed) on the Android Open Source Project, the sweet name of Android 15 'V' will be 'Vanilla Ice Cream'.
This year's sweet name was revealed a little earlier than Android 14's 'Upside Down Cake', whose name was revealed in late April last year.
Source: Mishaal's Android News Feed
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Nearby Share on Android adds audio and tactile feedback.
Audio effects appears in the following scenarios: device detection, end of transmission (on the transmitting device) and end of reception (on the receiving device).
Haptic vibration feedback occurs only at the end of transmission on the transmitting device (in the form of a soft double vibration).
These changes were announced as part of the February Google Play system update and are already present in the Google Play Services version 23.09.13 beta (I can't say for sure if it is available by default when you upgrade to this version).
Editor's note: Sorry about the video presentation format.
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Audio effects appears in the following scenarios: device detection, end of transmission (on the transmitting device) and end of reception (on the receiving device).
Haptic vibration feedback occurs only at the end of transmission on the transmitting device (in the form of a soft double vibration).
These changes were announced as part of the February Google Play system update and are already present in the Google Play Services version 23.09.13 beta (I can't say for sure if it is available by default when you upgrade to this version).
Editor's note: Sorry about the video presentation format.
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March Pixel Feature Drop is delayed, but list of new features has surfaced.
Usually updates are released on the first Monday of the month, but for some reason Google delayed the release of Android 13 QPR2 with the March Pixel Feature Drop. However, redditor u/Austin31415 shared a list of new features he received from an anonymous source:
• Faster Night Sight, introduced in the Pixel 7 and 7 Pro in the fall, will now also be available for the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro.
• Health Connect now built into the system
• Magic Eraser is now available for free on all Pixel devices
• The 'Direct my call' feature introduced with the Pixel 6 will now be available on the Pixel 4a and newer.
• Pixel Watch will feature Fall detection (available for Pixel 5 and newer)
Some of these features have already been announced before, and the list itself may not be complete.
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Usually updates are released on the first Monday of the month, but for some reason Google delayed the release of Android 13 QPR2 with the March Pixel Feature Drop. However, redditor u/Austin31415 shared a list of new features he received from an anonymous source:
• Faster Night Sight, introduced in the Pixel 7 and 7 Pro in the fall, will now also be available for the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro.
• Health Connect now built into the system
• Magic Eraser is now available for free on all Pixel devices
• The 'Direct my call' feature introduced with the Pixel 6 will now be available on the Pixel 4a and newer.
• Pixel Watch will feature Fall detection (available for Pixel 5 and newer)
Some of these features have already been announced before, and the list itself may not be complete.
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Google Files prepares a new "Important" tab and a slightly updated "Nearby Share" tab.
The 'Important' tab:
• Apparently, it is a reimagining of the "Safe folder." Opening it brings a system biometric login prompt (Safe folder used a PIN or pattern built into the app).
• Here, however, it looks like there will be sorting by file type or folders. It is hard to say, because I haven't been able to add anything here yet.
• Floating action button will give the ability to directly add files or photos, and scan them using the camera (at the moment opens Google Camera with a notification that there is not enough permissions to save in this folder)
Updated Sharing page:
• Removed the "Nearby Share" captions, added a detailed page denoscription, and unified button size.
These changes are not yet available to end users, and was discovered in v.1.70.514605175.
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The 'Important' tab:
• Apparently, it is a reimagining of the "Safe folder." Opening it brings a system biometric login prompt (Safe folder used a PIN or pattern built into the app).
• Here, however, it looks like there will be sorting by file type or folders. It is hard to say, because I haven't been able to add anything here yet.
• Floating action button will give the ability to directly add files or photos, and scan them using the camera (at the moment opens Google Camera with a notification that there is not enough permissions to save in this folder)
Updated Sharing page:
• Removed the "Nearby Share" captions, added a detailed page denoscription, and unified button size.
These changes are not yet available to end users, and was discovered in v.1.70.514605175.
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Pixel Buds Pro is finally getting an update with spatial audio support and "Head Tracking.
The new firmware update version 4.30 adds support for spatial audio with Head Tracking, in which sounds move along with you and repositions with the orientation of your head.
Spatial audio is not supported on Pixel Buds A-Series and Pixel A-Series phones. This feature will work on the Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, Pixel 7 or Pixel 7 Pro.
It supports content from YouTube, Google TV, Netflix, HBO Max and Disney Plus apps with 5.1 audio tracks or higher.
The update starts rolling out today.
🔗 Google Pixel Buds Help
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The new firmware update version 4.30 adds support for spatial audio with Head Tracking, in which sounds move along with you and repositions with the orientation of your head.
Spatial audio is not supported on Pixel Buds A-Series and Pixel A-Series phones. This feature will work on the Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, Pixel 7 or Pixel 7 Pro.
It supports content from YouTube, Google TV, Netflix, HBO Max and Disney Plus apps with 5.1 audio tracks or higher.
The update starts rolling out today.
🔗 Google Pixel Buds Help
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Google I/O 2023 will take place on May 10!
The event will take place live from the Shoreline Amphitheatre in Mountain View and online at http://io.google/2023. The conference will cover the latest Google solutions, products and technologies, from artificial intelligence and cloud computing to mobile and web technologies.
More than 100 technical sessions and useful materials will be available after the event. There may also be more talk about Android 14 and a second beta release on the same day.
In addition, we expect an unveiling of Made by Google devices. Here's what might be shown at I/O:
• Pixel 7a
• New colors for Pixel Buds A-Series and Pixel Buds Pro
• Pixel Tablet
• Pixel Fold and Pixel 8 teaser (?)
🔗 Register for Google I/O
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The event will take place live from the Shoreline Amphitheatre in Mountain View and online at http://io.google/2023. The conference will cover the latest Google solutions, products and technologies, from artificial intelligence and cloud computing to mobile and web technologies.
More than 100 technical sessions and useful materials will be available after the event. There may also be more talk about Android 14 and a second beta release on the same day.
In addition, we expect an unveiling of Made by Google devices. Here's what might be shown at I/O:
• Pixel 7a
• New colors for Pixel Buds A-Series and Pixel Buds Pro
• Pixel Tablet
• Pixel Fold and Pixel 8 teaser (?)
🔗 Register for Google I/O
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Android 14 Developer Preview 1 is out! Even earlier than last year, Google is publishing the first developer build of the upcoming Android 14 update. A total of 2 Developer Previews and 5 Beta versions are planned (this number may increase). Starting with…
Android 14 Developer Preview 2 is out!
The official list of new features:
• 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
Security Patch: March 2023
Build number: UPP2.230217.004
• OTAs
• Factory Images
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The official list of new features:
• 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
Security Patch: March 2023
Build number: UPP2.230217.004
• OTAs
• Factory Images
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Android 14 Developer Preview 2 is out! The official list of new features: • Grant partial access to photos and videos • Detect when users take device screenshots • Changes to how users experience non-dismissable notifications • Regional preferences • Apps…
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New back gesture arrow icon and improved Predictive back gesture are now enabled by default.
#Android14_DP2.
Android 13 QPR2 Beta1 contained a new icon for the backward gesture, which we also saw in the Google demos. It is now enabled by default.
The improved predictive back gesture between and inside apps, which we first saw working live in Developer Preview 1, is also available by default, but you still need to enable the developer option.
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#Android14_DP2.
Android 13 QPR2 Beta1 contained a new icon for the backward gesture, which we also saw in the Google demos. It is now enabled by default.
The improved predictive back gesture between and inside apps, which we first saw working live in Developer Preview 1, is also available by default, but you still need to enable the developer option.
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Android 13 QPR2 Beta 1: The media player got wave shimmer effects. Now, after interacting with the player, for a while you will see the effect of shimmering waves on the player's notification background. Google News | En
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Media player got *again* shimmering wave effects + tapping effect.
#Android14_DP2.
Android 13 QPR2 Beta1 added a new shimmering wave effect to the player notification, which appeared after interacting with its elements. It was subsequently cut out.
In Android 14 Developer Preview 2, it was brought back again, while adding an effect like a drop of water from a pressed item.
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#Android14_DP2.
Android 13 QPR2 Beta1 added a new shimmering wave effect to the player notification, which appeared after interacting with its elements. It was subsequently cut out.
In Android 14 Developer Preview 2, it was brought back again, while adding an effect like a drop of water from a pressed item.
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Android 14 Developer Preview 2 is out! The official list of new features: • Grant partial access to photos and videos • Detect when users take device screenshots • Changes to how users experience non-dismissable notifications • Regional preferences • Apps…
Flash the camera light or the screen when you receive notifications or when alarm sound.
#Android14_DP2
There is a new Flash notifications' item in the notifications settings. Here you can enable double flashing of the flashlight or double screen flashing(with a certain color) when you receive a notification or an alarm ringing. (you can do all at once).
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#Android14_DP2
There is a new Flash notifications' item in the notifications settings. Here you can enable double flashing of the flashlight or double screen flashing(with a certain color) when you receive a notification or an alarm ringing. (you can do all at once).
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New monochrome color palette, Clock settings and full-screen wallpaper setting UI.
#Android14_DP2.
• In the Wallpaper and Style app, there's a new monochrome palette with a black and white icon in the basic colors set.
• There's also a "Clock settings" item here, which is for customizing the clock on the lock screen. For now, it doesn't open. (as before)
• And in addition, updated the design of the wallpaper setting interface by making it full-screen.
#Android14_DP2.
• In the Wallpaper and Style app, there's a new monochrome palette with a black and white icon in the basic colors set.
• There's also a "Clock settings" item here, which is for customizing the clock on the lock screen. For now, it doesn't open. (as before)
• And in addition, updated the design of the wallpaper setting interface by making it full-screen.
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Android 14 may allow you to create an emoji wallpaper on your Pixel.
In #Android14_DP2, a new "Emoji Wallpaper" app has been discovered under /product, which appears to be exclusive to the Pixel. They are not available by default, but when enabled through the debug flag, a new "Emoji Lab" set will appear in the wallpaper list. Clicking on it will open a page that allowed you to create new wallpapers with different emoji.
When you create a wallpaper, you can choose up to 14 emoji to be included in the custom wallpaper, choose one of the patterns: "Mosaic", "Lotus", "Stacks", "Placer", "Prism"; and choose one of the colors. It is also possible to choose a random set.
The app will save several emoji wallpapers you have created in the corresponding section, and you will have the possibility to edit them.
Source: Mishaal Rahman on XDA
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In #Android14_DP2, a new "Emoji Wallpaper" app has been discovered under /product, which appears to be exclusive to the Pixel. They are not available by default, but when enabled through the debug flag, a new "Emoji Lab" set will appear in the wallpaper list. Clicking on it will open a page that allowed you to create new wallpapers with different emoji.
When you create a wallpaper, you can choose up to 14 emoji to be included in the custom wallpaper, choose one of the patterns: "Mosaic", "Lotus", "Stacks", "Placer", "Prism"; and choose one of the colors. It is also possible to choose a random set.
The app will save several emoji wallpapers you have created in the corresponding section, and you will have the possibility to edit them.
Source: Mishaal Rahman on XDA
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