#Android #Pixel
Security Hub available in Play Store listing
Play Store
With the announcement of the Pixel 6, Google released Security Hub app to the Play Store.
This app will gather all security information of your device in one place and will give you suggestions which place to improve. Nothing really special but still a cool addition as for people without much knowledge about how the device works, this things can protect their device security.
This app will be a Pixel exclusive as mention in the description, also only compatible with Android 12 and higher. The app listing is also visible on the web rather than limited to the Play Store app.
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Security Hub available in Play Store listing
Play Store
With the announcement of the Pixel 6, Google released Security Hub app to the Play Store.
This app will gather all security information of your device in one place and will give you suggestions which place to improve. Nothing really special but still a cool addition as for people without much knowledge about how the device works, this things can protect their device security.
This app will be a Pixel exclusive as mention in the description, also only compatible with Android 12 and higher. The app listing is also visible on the web rather than limited to the Play Store app.
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#Apps #Phone
Google fixed color of the navigation bar in latest Phone app beta update
A new update of the Phone app fixed the navigation color to match the app, making it looks more consistence.
Currently the update for the fix is available in the beta version, stable version might come in a few weeks time.
Download (v71 beta):
Play Store | APKMirror
Notes:
• Thanks @xheshx for sharing the screenshot
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Google fixed color of the navigation bar in latest Phone app beta update
A new update of the Phone app fixed the navigation color to match the app, making it looks more consistence.
Currently the update for the fix is available in the beta version, stable version might come in a few weeks time.
Download (v71 beta):
Play Store | APKMirror
Notes:
• Thanks @xheshx for sharing the screenshot
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#Pixel #Pixel6
Motion Mode "Long Exposure" and "Action Pan" in action
YouTube Video
The new Pixel 6 is officially launched, and we are starting to know what it can do in real life. Someone in Taiwan captured the whole demonstration of the Pixel 6 new camera motion features: "Long Exposure" and "Action Pan."
The spinning ferris wheel model is being captured with the "Long Exposure" mode. We can see that the camera will captured two version of photos, one with motion and one normal picture. With this mode, you finally can take some speical photos with object that are moving, creating some cool effect in it.
Another mode being used is the "Action Pan." The guy used it to capture a person walking pass him and at the same time tap on the shutter button, there will be two final version of the photos. One with motion effect and one normal photos.
This is something we can't do on a smartphone for years somehow, and the Pixel 6 finally make it possible.
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Motion Mode "Long Exposure" and "Action Pan" in action
YouTube Video
The new Pixel 6 is officially launched, and we are starting to know what it can do in real life. Someone in Taiwan captured the whole demonstration of the Pixel 6 new camera motion features: "Long Exposure" and "Action Pan."
The spinning ferris wheel model is being captured with the "Long Exposure" mode. We can see that the camera will captured two version of photos, one with motion and one normal picture. With this mode, you finally can take some speical photos with object that are moving, creating some cool effect in it.
Another mode being used is the "Action Pan." The guy used it to capture a person walking pass him and at the same time tap on the shutter button, there will be two final version of the photos. One with motion effect and one normal photos.
This is something we can't do on a smartphone for years somehow, and the Pixel 6 finally make it possible.
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YouTube
Google Pixel 6 系列：動態肖像模式「動作搖攝」、「長時間曝光」功能示範
#Pixel #Pixel6
Pixel 6 Magic Eraser sample surfaced, but doesn't work as good as expected
UPDATE: There another sample of Magic Eraser in action, and it looking quite good.
One cool Photos editor tool on the Pixel 6 is the Magic Eraser, which can remove objects from your photos magically without a trace. There limitation on everything though, so does Magic Eraser which can face issues if it is a complex picture, and here is an example.
So Kate Bevan on Twitter posted images of her attempting to remove two cars behind the shot, and Google AI is just having hard time on figuring what to do with the part of the image. Remember that it is a complex picture which is quite challenging. Magic Eraser will still perform good if you are removing small objects like people and signpost.
She also tried to add some blur to the photo, and the results are quite mixed. The subject’s back that the processing hasn’t figured out the outline and applied the blur to the whole right parts of the background. (Android Police)
Pixel 6 Magic Eraser sample surfaced, but doesn't work as good as expected
UPDATE: There another sample of Magic Eraser in action, and it looking quite good.
One cool Photos editor tool on the Pixel 6 is the Magic Eraser, which can remove objects from your photos magically without a trace. There limitation on everything though, so does Magic Eraser which can face issues if it is a complex picture, and here is an example.
So Kate Bevan on Twitter posted images of her attempting to remove two cars behind the shot, and Google AI is just having hard time on figuring what to do with the part of the image. Remember that it is a complex picture which is quite challenging. Magic Eraser will still perform good if you are removing small objects like people and signpost.
She also tried to add some blur to the photo, and the results are quite mixed. The subject’s back that the processing hasn’t figured out the outline and applied the blur to the whole right parts of the background. (Android Police)
#Pixel #Pixel6
Google confirmed they won't launch Pixel 6 in India, and here why
Since Google Pixel 4, Google haven't released their flagships to the India market yet. And it seems like Google confirmed they won't officially launch the new Pixel 6 to India too.
According to a statement sent to Gadgets360, Google won't plan any release for the Pixel 6 in the country. Here the full statement: “Due to a variety of factors including global demand supply issues." Also India phone market share are known for low volume of flagship segment, and Google didn't see any success in the Indian smartphone in the past, due to the premium pricing of Pixel phones most likely.
The news doesn't come as surprise, as earlier we just mention since the Pixel 4, Google haven't released their flagship devices to the country. Pixel 4a is the latest Pixel that is available for sale.
Pixel 4 didn't manage to get to India due to Soli not meeting the guidelines for use in the country. Meanwhile Pixel 4a 5G & 5 are not launch there due to non-availability of 5G networks. The Pixel 5a is only available for US & Japan due to chip shortage, but there possibility of getting expand to other markets.
Anyway hope Google can restore Pixel sales in India as soon as possible, starting with the Pixel 6a. (Android Central)
Google confirmed they won't launch Pixel 6 in India, and here why
Since Google Pixel 4, Google haven't released their flagships to the India market yet. And it seems like Google confirmed they won't officially launch the new Pixel 6 to India too.
According to a statement sent to Gadgets360, Google won't plan any release for the Pixel 6 in the country. Here the full statement: “Due to a variety of factors including global demand supply issues." Also India phone market share are known for low volume of flagship segment, and Google didn't see any success in the Indian smartphone in the past, due to the premium pricing of Pixel phones most likely.
The news doesn't come as surprise, as earlier we just mention since the Pixel 4, Google haven't released their flagship devices to the country. Pixel 4a is the latest Pixel that is available for sale.
Pixel 4 didn't manage to get to India due to Soli not meeting the guidelines for use in the country. Meanwhile Pixel 4a 5G & 5 are not launch there due to non-availability of 5G networks. The Pixel 5a is only available for US & Japan due to chip shortage, but there possibility of getting expand to other markets.
Anyway hope Google can restore Pixel sales in India as soon as possible, starting with the Pixel 6a. (Android Central)
NDTV Gadgets 360
Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro Phones Aren’t Coming to India: Here’s Why
Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro are not coming to India, Google has confirmed to Gadgets 360. Both new Google Pixel phones debuted on Tuesday with a custom-designed Tensor SoC and Android 12.
#Pixel #Pixel6
Pixel 6 & 6 Pro exploded view
https://twitter.com/Aissn/status/1450785164838199300?t=03-VWfIM3AvNAxsscwSs8g&s=19
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Pixel 6 & 6 Pro exploded view
https://twitter.com/Aissn/status/1450785164838199300?t=03-VWfIM3AvNAxsscwSs8g&s=19
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Google Pixel Hub
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#Pixel #Pixel6
This also confirms the front camera sensor of each phone:
Pixel 6: 8MP Sony IMX 355
Pixel 6 Pro: 11.1MP Sony IMX 663
https://twitter.com/MishaalRahman/status/1450817889410457607?t=NejL044vxaWUeGbj0w305A&s=19
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This also confirms the front camera sensor of each phone:
Pixel 6: 8MP Sony IMX 355
Pixel 6 Pro: 11.1MP Sony IMX 663
https://twitter.com/MishaalRahman/status/1450817889410457607?t=NejL044vxaWUeGbj0w305A&s=19
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Twitter
Mishaal Rahman
Interesting, also this confirms the front camera sensor of each phone: Pixel 6: 8MP Sony IMX 355 Pixel 6 Pro: 11.1MP Sony IMX 663 twitter.com/Aissn/status/1…
#Android #A12
Every single Android 12 changes
People at 9To5Google spend some time reviewing the stable version of Android 12 for Pixel devices and check out what's new inside.
Not a joke but if I am going to extract all the title only and put it in one post, that still a tons of it (and breaking down into like 6 post probably, lol). If you are lazy to read, you can watch their YouTube video which goes through every single feature one by one for nearly 40 minutes long.
For those who are interested in it, you can check it out over here. (9To5Google)
Every single Android 12 changes
People at 9To5Google spend some time reviewing the stable version of Android 12 for Pixel devices and check out what's new inside.
Not a joke but if I am going to extract all the title only and put it in one post, that still a tons of it (and breaking down into like 6 post probably, lol). If you are lazy to read, you can watch their YouTube video which goes through every single feature one by one for nearly 40 minutes long.
For those who are interested in it, you can check it out over here. (9To5Google)
#Apps #Recorder #MY
Google Recorder v3.0 gains Material You redesign
Just after almost 24 hours of the Pixel 6 launch, Google released update for the Google Recorder app, and it receiving Material You redesign.
The accent color on Android 10 & 11 of the app is now blue, previously it red though. On Android 12, it follows your device wallpaper color. If you are initially setting it up, Entering the app and you are "welcome to a new kind of recorder." Then later you are prompt with whether to keep the recording local or not.
The homepage of the Recorder is also redesigned, with "Record respectfully around others" words in the center. The Record button is also much bigger now, with a black dot on the center. Other part of the places like Settings got Material You design, and these are pretty much the changes.
It is gradually rolling out through the Play Store. If you haven't got yet, you can download it from APKMirror, link below,
Download (v3.0):
Play Store | APKMirror
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Google Recorder v3.0 gains Material You redesign
Just after almost 24 hours of the Pixel 6 launch, Google released update for the Google Recorder app, and it receiving Material You redesign.
The accent color on Android 10 & 11 of the app is now blue, previously it red though. On Android 12, it follows your device wallpaper color. If you are initially setting it up, Entering the app and you are "welcome to a new kind of recorder." Then later you are prompt with whether to keep the recording local or not.
The homepage of the Recorder is also redesigned, with "Record respectfully around others" words in the center. The Record button is also much bigger now, with a black dot on the center. Other part of the places like Settings got Material You design, and these are pretty much the changes.
It is gradually rolling out through the Play Store. If you haven't got yet, you can download it from APKMirror, link below,
Download (v3.0):
Play Store | APKMirror
Follow @PixelHubUpdates
#Pixel #Pixel6 #Highlights
Google Pixel 6 Ultimate Highlights
• Official Launch [Tensor & Camera | Camera & Call | Live Translate, Quick Phrases & pricing]
• Specs [Pricing | Display | Camera | Difference]
• Pixel 6 new stuff [Tensor | Wait Time & Direct My Call | Real Tone | Magic Eraser]
• Summary [Pixel 6 | Privacy + Security | Tensor | Camera | Speech | Everything]
• Google Store [Pixel 6 & Pixel 6 Pro | Pixel Pass | Power adapter | Cases & Pixel Stand]
• Android 12 [Website | Pixel A12 - Oct Update | Every Changes | Android 12.1 Update | Material You Widgets | AR Statue]
• Report [3 years OS, 5 years security update | Snapchat | No India launch | Exploded view | Front camera hardware]
• Hands-on [Early first impression | Embargo | Long Exposure & Action Pan | Magic Eraser]
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Google Pixel 6 Ultimate Highlights
• Official Launch [Tensor & Camera | Camera & Call | Live Translate, Quick Phrases & pricing]
• Specs [Pricing | Display | Camera | Difference]
• Pixel 6 new stuff [Tensor | Wait Time & Direct My Call | Real Tone | Magic Eraser]
• Summary [Pixel 6 | Privacy + Security | Tensor | Camera | Speech | Everything]
• Google Store [Pixel 6 & Pixel 6 Pro | Pixel Pass | Power adapter | Cases & Pixel Stand]
• Android 12 [Website | Pixel A12 - Oct Update | Every Changes | Android 12.1 Update | Material You Widgets | AR Statue]
• Report [3 years OS, 5 years security update | Snapchat | No India launch | Exploded view | Front camera hardware]
• Hands-on [Early first impression | Embargo | Long Exposure & Action Pan | Magic Eraser]
Follow @PixelHubUpdates
#YTMusic
YouTube Music free tier getting audio only access, watching music video becomes Premium perk
Starting November 3 in Canada, YouTube Music will be getting free background listening which used to be a Premium perk. As part of that, YouTube Music will only play audio for you and you can't play videos in there if you don't pay for Premium.
With background play, you no longer need to turn on the screen all the time in order for the music to continue play music. To balance the changes, free YouTube Music users can no longer play music video with it. It is becoming a YouTube Premium perk as Google wants to shift YouTube Music free tiers as an audio-only experience. Anyway, you can still play those music video from the YouTube mobile app.
As mentioned earlier, it will start rollout from November 3, with “global expansion plans” not yet detailed. YouTube Music support forum already stated that YouTube Premium users get access to watch video on it, skip track unlimited times and enjoy music without ads. (9To5Google)
YouTube Music free tier getting audio only access, watching music video becomes Premium perk
Starting November 3 in Canada, YouTube Music will be getting free background listening which used to be a Premium perk. As part of that, YouTube Music will only play audio for you and you can't play videos in there if you don't pay for Premium.
With background play, you no longer need to turn on the screen all the time in order for the music to continue play music. To balance the changes, free YouTube Music users can no longer play music video with it. It is becoming a YouTube Premium perk as Google wants to shift YouTube Music free tiers as an audio-only experience. Anyway, you can still play those music video from the YouTube mobile app.
As mentioned earlier, it will start rollout from November 3, with “global expansion plans” not yet detailed. YouTube Music support forum already stated that YouTube Premium users get access to watch video on it, skip track unlimited times and enjoy music without ads. (9To5Google)
#Workspace
Google Docs gaining universal @ menu for inserting content, also add a page break before paragraphs
Google Docs is getting some nifty feature, a universal insertion menu by typing just "@" in your document.
In the menu, you will see a list of recommended files, people, meetings, as well as different content elements and formats to insert into your work. With this addition, you can quickly insert with more productivity.
Also, you can now add page break before paragraphs. It also supports import and export Microsoft Word that have “Page break before” applied to paragraphs and Docs will keep the formatting. You can set it at Format > Line & paragraph spacing > “Add page break before."
Both starting to roll out for Google Workspace accounts and should be fully rollout by mid November. (Google Workspace Updates)
Google Docs gaining universal @ menu for inserting content, also add a page break before paragraphs
Google Docs is getting some nifty feature, a universal insertion menu by typing just "@" in your document.
In the menu, you will see a list of recommended files, people, meetings, as well as different content elements and formats to insert into your work. With this addition, you can quickly insert with more productivity.
Also, you can now add page break before paragraphs. It also supports import and export Microsoft Word that have “Page break before” applied to paragraphs and Docs will keep the formatting. You can set it at Format > Line & paragraph spacing > “Add page break before."
Both starting to roll out for Google Workspace accounts and should be fully rollout by mid November. (Google Workspace Updates)