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#Pixel6 JerryRigEverything released Pixel 6 Pro durability test video, and the results are still acceptable YouTube Video The Pixel 6 Pro gone through a durability test by JerryRigEverything, and it passes the test, but there one catch. First, he started…
#Pixel6
JerryRigEverything released Pixel 6 Pro teardown video, and hinted it the easiest screen repair for a 2021 device
YouTube Video | Previous post
The Pixel 6 Pro now entered teardown phase in JerryRigEverything video. He said the phone display is easily repairable, anyway he gone through the whole process of disassembling the phone and here how it goes.
First, he loosen the adhesive of the phone and open up the screen, then unscrew the ribbon and the screen is taken apart. Next, he shows the internal part inside the phone. He shows the little bracket that hold the charging port has a water damage indicator. Then he suggested that the metal mid plate make the phone structure much stronger, and there a smaller one on the top the battery.
After that, he decided to remove the battery. He saw that the battery has a plastic pull strip but that thing is simply not enough strong to pull it out, so he just drip isopropyl alcohol to dissolve the adhesive, so it will be easier to remove. He continued by showing the camera module, which is huge in size. He explains that the 50MP camera has OIS, the 12MP ultrawide don't, and the 48MP telephoto has internal optical stabilisation.
Later, he shows rest of the part of the phone like 5G antenna, motherboard which has front facing camera and USB-C port attached, and lastly the wireless charging coil. At last, he was able to get the phone work once again.
By the way, someone has released Pixel 6 Pro teardown video earlier and we have written all the details about it. For more info, check out the post over here. If you do get your display replaced, you can get your fingerprint back to work by using the fingerprint calibration tool.
JerryRigEverything released Pixel 6 Pro teardown video, and hinted it the easiest screen repair for a 2021 device
YouTube Video | Previous post
The Pixel 6 Pro now entered teardown phase in JerryRigEverything video. He said the phone display is easily repairable, anyway he gone through the whole process of disassembling the phone and here how it goes.
First, he loosen the adhesive of the phone and open up the screen, then unscrew the ribbon and the screen is taken apart. Next, he shows the internal part inside the phone. He shows the little bracket that hold the charging port has a water damage indicator. Then he suggested that the metal mid plate make the phone structure much stronger, and there a smaller one on the top the battery.
After that, he decided to remove the battery. He saw that the battery has a plastic pull strip but that thing is simply not enough strong to pull it out, so he just drip isopropyl alcohol to dissolve the adhesive, so it will be easier to remove. He continued by showing the camera module, which is huge in size. He explains that the 50MP camera has OIS, the 12MP ultrawide don't, and the 48MP telephoto has internal optical stabilisation.
Later, he shows rest of the part of the phone like 5G antenna, motherboard which has front facing camera and USB-C port attached, and lastly the wireless charging coil. At last, he was able to get the phone work once again.
By the way, someone has released Pixel 6 Pro teardown video earlier and we have written all the details about it. For more info, check out the post over here. If you do get your display replaced, you can get your fingerprint back to work by using the fingerprint calibration tool.
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Pixel 6 Pro Teardown - Easiest Screen Repair Ever?
Its time to take apart Googles new Pixel 6 Pro. Grab a teardown skin for your phone here: https://www.dbrand.com/Teardown The Google Pixel 6 Pro is one of the most anticipated Android phones every year. And while yeah, the Pixel 6 Cameras might be good,…
#Apps #Photos
Google is restoring Magic Eraser with a new update, and it rolling out now
The Verge
UPDATE: APKMirror has uploaded Pixel 6 specific Google Photos version. Check below to get the APK.
If you are using a Pixel 6 and updated to the latest version of Google Photos (5.67.0.409192963) a few hours ago, you might have realised that the Magic Eraser is gone,
The version have been taken down from Play Store, and a Google spokesperson Alex Moriconi reported to The Verge that an update for the fix is coming for affected users, and the update is on its way now.
Mishaal Rahman said that the fixed version of Google Photos 5.67 is starting to roll out through Play Store, and Magic Eraser should be working this time.
Download (v5.67.0.409448818):
Play Store | APKMirror
Google is restoring Magic Eraser with a new update, and it rolling out now
The Verge
UPDATE: APKMirror has uploaded Pixel 6 specific Google Photos version. Check below to get the APK.
If you are using a Pixel 6 and updated to the latest version of Google Photos (5.67.0.409192963) a few hours ago, you might have realised that the Magic Eraser is gone,
The version have been taken down from Play Store, and a Google spokesperson Alex Moriconi reported to The Verge that an update for the fix is coming for affected users, and the update is on its way now.
Mishaal Rahman said that the fixed version of Google Photos 5.67 is starting to roll out through Play Store, and Magic Eraser should be working this time.
Download (v5.67.0.409448818):
Play Store | APKMirror
The Verge
Google says a fix is coming for update that erased major Pixel 6 feature
Like magic, it was gone.
#Pay
Google Pay offer you $25 with 'Football Challenge' and up to $45 for referrals
9To5Google
Google is offering you reward of up to $25 for common tasks, and up to $45 when referring to 3 friends with the Google Pay app.
The "Football Challenge" event is held starting November 12 until November 22, and is available on the Home tab. There are 5 cards available, and collecting any of them is eligible for the $25 reward. After entering the event, you will need to answer a quiz question correctly, and you only got one chance every day, the other perks can be completed at any point during the event.
Besides, Google Pay is also offering referral rewards for up to $45. Each referral get you $15, and you can get all $45 by referring to three users. There’s also another perk which offer up to $30 cashback from Fanatics on purchases of $50 or more after you’ve collected two cards.
Google Pay offer you $25 with 'Football Challenge' and up to $45 for referrals
9To5Google
Google is offering you reward of up to $25 for common tasks, and up to $45 when referring to 3 friends with the Google Pay app.
The "Football Challenge" event is held starting November 12 until November 22, and is available on the Home tab. There are 5 cards available, and collecting any of them is eligible for the $25 reward. After entering the event, you will need to answer a quiz question correctly, and you only got one chance every day, the other perks can be completed at any point during the event.
Besides, Google Pay is also offering referral rewards for up to $45. Each referral get you $15, and you can get all $45 by referring to three users. There’s also another perk which offer up to $30 cashback from Fanatics on purchases of $50 or more after you’ve collected two cards.
9to5Google
Google Pay kicks off ‘Football Challenge’ w/ $25 reward, up to $45 for referrals
Google Pay is hosting a 10-day "Football Challenge" which offers rewards of up to $70 for completing a few tasks and referring friends.
#YTMusic
YouTube Music is starting to celebrate Christmas with some users
Android Police
YouTube Music wanted to celebrate Christmas with you one month earlier, and they prepared mixed Christmas playlists for some of their users.
Spotted by someone on Reddit, when entering the app, you might get a chance to see "Christmas Mix" in the "Mixed for you" carousel. So far, it seem to be a A/B test, most people will be getting to see it in December I guess.
YouTube Music is starting to celebrate Christmas with some users
Android Police
YouTube Music wanted to celebrate Christmas with you one month earlier, and they prepared mixed Christmas playlists for some of their users.
Spotted by someone on Reddit, when entering the app, you might get a chance to see "Christmas Mix" in the "Mixed for you" carousel. So far, it seem to be a A/B test, most people will be getting to see it in December I guess.
#Apps #Google #Pixel6
Say goodbye to ghost dialing on your Pixel 6 as Google fixes it
Android Police
Pixel 6 didn't have a great start, as many users reported many issues such as randomly dialing your contacts. Well, Google just recently fixed the issue and your phone probably have automatically do it for you.
A Pixel Community Manager commented on a Reddit thread, saying that the issue had been resolved in the Google app version 12.43.18 and later. The update has widely rollout through the Play Store for awhile and your phone have probably do the update job for you.
Download:
Play Store | APKMirror
Say goodbye to ghost dialing on your Pixel 6 as Google fixes it
Android Police
Pixel 6 didn't have a great start, as many users reported many issues such as randomly dialing your contacts. Well, Google just recently fixed the issue and your phone probably have automatically do it for you.
A Pixel Community Manager commented on a Reddit thread, saying that the issue had been resolved in the Google app version 12.43.18 and later. The update has widely rollout through the Play Store for awhile and your phone have probably do the update job for you.
Download:
Play Store | APKMirror
Android Police
Google fixes the Pixel 6's random ghost-dialing bug
Don’t blame Google for dialing your ex now
#Apps #Camera #Pixel
Older Pixel gains Pixel 6 camera features with latest Google Camera 8.4 update
9To5Google
Every new generation of Pixel gained new features, Pixel 6 is not an exception too, with Google now bringing over to older Pixel with an update.
The new version of the Google Camera packed in "Timer Light" feature, which will use your phone flashlight to countdown. There also a control for "Exposure" which let you enable/disable it. On the top of the screen, depend on which Pixel you are using, you might see the settings control with a gear icon on the left or center position, you can tap on it or swipe down to access it.
All these features are arriving with Google Camera 8.4.200.406250151.12. It should be widely available in Play Store by the time of posting. And also, it recommend to download from the Play Store as some people reported it crashed for their Pixels when using sideloading method.
Download (v8.4.200):
Play Store | APKMirror
Older Pixel gains Pixel 6 camera features with latest Google Camera 8.4 update
9To5Google
Every new generation of Pixel gained new features, Pixel 6 is not an exception too, with Google now bringing over to older Pixel with an update.
The new version of the Google Camera packed in "Timer Light" feature, which will use your phone flashlight to countdown. There also a control for "Exposure" which let you enable/disable it. On the top of the screen, depend on which Pixel you are using, you might see the settings control with a gear icon on the left or center position, you can tap on it or swipe down to access it.
All these features are arriving with Google Camera 8.4.200.406250151.12. It should be widely available in Play Store by the time of posting. And also, it recommend to download from the Play Store as some people reported it crashed for their Pixels when using sideloading method.
Download (v8.4.200):
Play Store | APKMirror
#Apps #Message
Google Messages might be testing out a new way to show your unread chats
Android Police
Google Messages seems to be experimenting with notification dot in your unread chat lists to better catch your attention.
Someone reported to Android Police that the dot is appearing at the right side of the unread chat date/timestamp. That guy also reported that on the stable version of the app, he also got it but instead it a much more saturated blue color.
The feature is rolling out via server side. You can try installing the latest beta version of the app 10.6.240 to get the new changes though.
Download:
Play Store | APKMirror
Google Messages might be testing out a new way to show your unread chats
Android Police
Google Messages seems to be experimenting with notification dot in your unread chat lists to better catch your attention.
Someone reported to Android Police that the dot is appearing at the right side of the unread chat date/timestamp. That guy also reported that on the stable version of the app, he also got it but instead it a much more saturated blue color.
The feature is rolling out via server side. You can try installing the latest beta version of the app 10.6.240 to get the new changes though.
Download:
Play Store | APKMirror
#YouTube
YouTube co-founder, Jawed Karim, commented to protest the removal of public dislike count on YouTube
9To5Google
UPDATE: Jawed updated its response again.
If you are wondering what the first video ever uploaded to YouTube, it "Me at the zoo" by a co-founder of YouTube, Jawed Karim. It live on the site since April 23, 2005 (8:27 P.M. UTC -8). The video has been frequently caught attention as its description changed multiple times in the past.
Spotted on Reddit, the latest update to the video description is protesting YouTube removal of public dislike count:
YouTube co-founder, Jawed Karim, commented to protest the removal of public dislike count on YouTube
9To5Google
UPDATE: Jawed updated its response again.
If you are wondering what the first video ever uploaded to YouTube, it "Me at the zoo" by a co-founder of YouTube, Jawed Karim. It live on the site since April 23, 2005 (8:27 P.M. UTC -8). The video has been frequently caught attention as its description changed multiple times in the past.
Spotted on Reddit, the latest update to the video description is protesting YouTube removal of public dislike count:
When every YouTuber agrees that removing dislikes is a stupid idea, it probably is. Try again, YouTube 🤦♂️
Besides that, he also commented under the video which announce the removal of dislike count:Matt doesn't look excited because he knows it's the wrong decision.
*I really hope YouTube can revert the change, besides making user hard to predict whether it a great quality video or not, it breaking some of the YouTube history too.#GooglePlay #PlayStore #A12 #Pixel6
Play Store starts listing games supporting Android 12’s Game Dashboard for Pixel 6
9To5Google
One of the feature additions in Android 12 is Game Dashboard, as Google recommend game developers to take advantage of the API, more and more developers are starting to implement it and available games are showing in a new section called "Optimised for Pixel 6."
Below the section title, it shows a small wording “Boost performance or save power,” which hints that in the Gaming Dashboard, you can choose the priority gameplay for peak performance or longer battery life. Players can check it in the "Optimisation" tile, and it present three options:
• Performance: Maximizes frame rate
• Standard: Uses the game’s defaults
• Battery Saver: Extends battery life
Currently, there are a few games that have implemented the API, and you can check out the list in the article if you are interested. Also, Game Dashboard seems to be available on selected Android 12 devices as Google said.
Play Store starts listing games supporting Android 12’s Game Dashboard for Pixel 6
9To5Google
One of the feature additions in Android 12 is Game Dashboard, as Google recommend game developers to take advantage of the API, more and more developers are starting to implement it and available games are showing in a new section called "Optimised for Pixel 6."
Below the section title, it shows a small wording “Boost performance or save power,” which hints that in the Gaming Dashboard, you can choose the priority gameplay for peak performance or longer battery life. Players can check it in the "Optimisation" tile, and it present three options:
• Performance: Maximizes frame rate
• Standard: Uses the game’s defaults
• Battery Saver: Extends battery life
Currently, there are a few games that have implemented the API, and you can check out the list in the article if you are interested. Also, Game Dashboard seems to be available on selected Android 12 devices as Google said.
#GooglePlay #PlayStore #AndroidTV
Install app on your Android TV via your phone with Play Store
XDA Developers
UPDATE: It is widely available for everyone.
It could take quite some time to install app on your Android TV using your remote control, and Google is solving this issue by letting you doing it via your phone.
Spotted by someone on Reddit, Google is starting to roll out the feature to some users. We can see that the Install button add a drop-down menu which will show you a list of available devices that are connected to your account, and Android TV device is starting to appear in the list.
You may find it familiar because Google announced it during I/O 2021, and it make its first appearance to the public back in July. Hope Google could expand the list to other phones and tablets too.
Install app on your Android TV via your phone with Play Store
XDA Developers
UPDATE: It is widely available for everyone.
It could take quite some time to install app on your Android TV using your remote control, and Google is solving this issue by letting you doing it via your phone.
Spotted by someone on Reddit, Google is starting to roll out the feature to some users. We can see that the Install button add a drop-down menu which will show you a list of available devices that are connected to your account, and Android TV device is starting to appear in the list.
You may find it familiar because Google announced it during I/O 2021, and it make its first appearance to the public back in July. Hope Google could expand the list to other phones and tablets too.
#Pixel #PixelFold
According to Ross Young the plans to make the Pixel Fold has been canceled.
https://twitter.com/DSCCRoss/status/1460285369921019904
According to Ross Young the plans to make the Pixel Fold has been canceled.
https://twitter.com/DSCCRoss/status/1460285369921019904
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#Wallpapers #EasterEgg
Google has made 3 new "Curated Culture" wallpapers honoring the National Native American Heritage Month
9To5Google
Designed by Rico and Crystal Worl of Trickster Company, these wallpapers will be available for Pixel 3 devices and newer in the Styles and Wallpapers app.
These 3 wallpapers are 3D adaptations of the national motifs bringing traditional designs with a modern twist.
Google has made 3 new "Curated Culture" wallpapers honoring the National Native American Heritage Month
9To5Google
Designed by Rico and Crystal Worl of Trickster Company, these wallpapers will be available for Pixel 3 devices and newer in the Styles and Wallpapers app.
These 3 wallpapers are 3D adaptations of the national motifs bringing traditional designs with a modern twist.
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These strong and intelligent animals thrive in Alaska. This wolf is hanging out with the Moon & Stars.
Raven.png
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Raven is a trickster, a creator of many things. In Tlingit culture Raven is present in many stories.
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The fine line around the eye represents the infusion of culture in indigenous life. This isn’t so obvious.