Category: pixel

Google updates its Discover Feed to let you flag misleading articles

[ad_1] You can access the reporting feature by tapping the three-dots icon located toward the bottom right corner of an article card. You’ll then see an option that allows you to “Report content.” Currently, you can flag stories as “misleading or sensational,” “violent or repulsive,” “hateful or abusive” and “other.” Unfortunately, tapping the “other” option […]

Pixel 4a will reportedly feature faster UFS 2.1 storage

[ad_1] The most interesting tidbit we learn is that the Pixel 4a features UFS 2.1 storage. While most high-end smartphones like the Galaxy S20 have started to include UFS 3.0 flash storage, UFS 2.1 is a significant step up from the Pixel 3a’s storage situation. For all its strengths relative to its price, Google’s current […]

Latest Pixel ‘feature drop’ lets you pause music with a touch-free gesture

[ad_1] It should also be easier to handle your purchases and passes. You can press and hold the power button to swipe through the payment cards, passes and tickets you’ve stored in Google Pay. Pixel 4 users can bring up their emergency info as well. Meanwhile, Pixel 3, 3a and 4 owners in 11 countries […]

Pixel 4 will automatically screen robocalls and center your Duo videos

[ad_1] The Pixel 4 will automatically screen robocalls using Call Screen. The feature will silently filter out junk calls. If it’s not spam, you’ll get a description of who’s calling and why, so you can decide whether you want to answer. Because Call Screen works on the device, it won’t use Wi-Fi or data. Google […]

Google’s powerful Recorder app now works on older Pixel phones

[ad_1] Google said last month it’d make Recorder available for older Pixels. On Thursday, it updated the app, which should now pop up in the Play Store for other supported Pixels, namely Pixel 2 and later devices. However, it doesn’t seem to work on the original Pixel — at least not officially. As is the […]

Google Disability Support is more accessible with sign language specialists

[ad_1] These are Connect Direct reps rather than Google staff, and they’ll only be available Monday through Friday between 11AM and 8PM Eastern. Nonetheless, this should make it considerably easier to get help without having to rely on text-based support or someone serving as a go-between. You might be that much more likely to use […]

Stadia hits Google’s Play Store ahead of its debut this month

[ad_1] You’ll be able to use the app, which will eventually be available on iOS and other Android devices, to manage your account and controllers, buy titles and start games on Chromecast Ultra. Once you’ve signed in with a Google account, it’ll ask you for an invite code from the Stadia Founders or Premiere Edition […]

Google’s voice recorder app is heading to older Pixel phones

[ad_1] Google has often added features it debuts on its latest flagship handsets to its older devices and even its iOS apps, so the news it’d make Recorder more broadly available was somewhat expected from the jump. The app is useful for people who hate taking notes or need to quote speech accurately (such as […]

Pixel 4 vs. the competition: The camera battle intensifies

[ad_1] It’s been yet another Pixel phone launch preceded by a ton of leaks, but we’re still glad to see the official unveiling of Google’s latest flagship. This 5.7-inch device may only have two rear cameras, but the software’s been refined even further to include better Night Sight and HDR+. That’s to be expected in […]

Is macOS Catalina Apple’s Vista?

[ad_1] MacOS Catalina is here, and it’s… kind of a mess. In this episode, Devindra and Cherlynn are joined by Engadget Editor-in-Chief Dana Wollman to discuss Apple’s latest desktop OS. The big question: Is Catalina Apple’s Vista? (Pro-tip: Don’t rush to upgrade.) We also ponder what Google will show off at next week’s Pixel event; […]