by dbadmin | Nov 11, 2025 | Android, Google, Google Pixel, Google Play Services, News
Credit: Hadlee Simons / Android Authority TL;DR Google is rolling out an integrated live video experience for emergency calls with the November update to Play Services. The feature could be exclusive to Pixel phones initially and will allow them to share a live video...
by dbadmin | Nov 6, 2025 | Android 16, Android apps, Features, Google, Google Pixel
When I used an iPhone for the first time in 2024, one of the features I grew to love was the Dynamic Island and Live Activities. I knew that I wanted Android to copy the feature, and I was pleased to see Samsung do so with One UI 7. Google has finally brought its...
by dbadmin | Nov 6, 2025 | Android, Android 14, Android apps, Features, Google, Google Pixel
A new Google-slash-Pixel-slash-Android bug has made the hot news list this week, with users reporting that the loudspeaker button in the Google Phone app is lagging or not responding at all when they tap it. Admittedly, everyone who has faced this issue is furious...
by dbadmin | Nov 5, 2025 | Google, Google Apps, Google Pixel, News
TL;DR Google is bringing theme packs to Pixel phones with a new app in the Google Play Store, available now. While users can download the Theme packs app today, the features will require another system or server-side update from Google. The first seasonal theme pack...
by dbadmin | Nov 3, 2025 | Google Pixel, News
Credit: Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR Counterpoint Research says Google hit a record month for Pixel sales in the US this September. The Pixel 10 series drove a 28% year-on-year jump, possibly helped by new AI features and easier iPhone switching....
by dbadmin | Nov 3, 2025 | Google, Google Pixel, News
TL;DR Google Sounds is updating its UI and adding some new sound recordings. Collections are being upgraded from their color gradient icons to abstract vector art. New alarms, ringtones, and notification sounds highlight the wildlife of Japan. How much effort to you...
