Google’s been selling phones for years, but only now is it getting serious about transparent battery data. As OEMs fight over AI features and 120Hz displays, basic stuff like honest battery health tools has lagged behind. Apple has had a dedicated iPhone battery health view since iOS 11.3. On Android, meanwhile, users have mostly been […]
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Pixel battery charge limit arrives in new update
If you own a Google Pixel Tablet Update: BringPixel, this latest software update finally gives you a feature you’ve been asking for: a battery charge limit. Long requested by power users, this option can help extend long-term battery health, especially if you plug in overnight or keep your phone docked all day. However, the story […]
Pixel 9 Pro XL review: Google’s bold early flagship
TL;DR Google’s hardware year usually orbits around October, but this time the company shoved the Pixel 9 Pro XL into the summer flagship brawl. However, other tricks still feel like party demos rather than tools you’ll use daily. However, regular apps, messaging, and browsing stay smooth, so casual users may never hit the ceiling. Google’s […]
Android 11 adds smart app suggestions to Pixel dock
Nearly 90% of smartphone time is spent in apps, and with Android 11, Google wants to predict which ones you’ll tap next. The first Android 11 beta quietly adds smart app suggestions to the Pixel Launcher dock, turning the bottom row into a dynamic, context-aware strip of icons. Instead of static favorites, your Google Pixel […]