Wondering what's up with that annoying flashing white dot on your Google Pixel 5's status bar? Well, you're not the only one. Many users are wondering what's the role of that mysterious white dot. Rebooting your phone makes it go away for five to ten minutes, but then it comes back again every time. Let's explore how you can permanently get rid of the white dot. … [Read more...] about How Do You Turn off the Flashing White Dot on Pixel 5?
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Fix: Can’t Transfer Data to New Pixel Phone
So, you just bought a new Google Pixel phone, and you're really excited to play with your new gadget. But first, you need to set up the phone and transfer data from your old device. If you're lucky, you should be able to complete the process in a few minutes. But if bad luck strikes, you may not be able to transfer your data to your new Pixel phone. Don't panic, and follow the … [Read more...] about Fix: Can’t Transfer Data to New Pixel Phone
Fix: Google Pixel Phone Keeps Rebooting
Sometimes, your Google Pixel phone seems to have a will of its own. Many users complained about the device rebooting on its own. Well, such unexpected events don't occur very often, but they are really annoying. Imagine not being able to use your Pixel phone just when you need it, most simply because the device decided it would be a good time to reboot. Let's see what you can … [Read more...] about Fix: Google Pixel Phone Keeps Rebooting
Fix: Google Pixel Phone Not Receiving Calls
Modern smartphones are actually portable computers small enough to fit in your pocket. Gone are the days when phones could only do three main things: make and receive calls and send text messages. Technology has evolved so rapidly that your phone is actually more powerful than your PC. And no, this is not a joke. … [Read more...] about Fix: Google Pixel Phone Not Receiving Calls
Google Releases the First Minor Pixel Update in 2021
2021 is officially underway and Google is wasting little time getting its first security update of the year out to Pixel owners. The company has released the January 2021 security patch, which not only brings plenty of security fixes, but also has a few bug fixes in-tow. … [Read more...] about Google Releases the First Minor Pixel Update in 2021
What’s New With the December Update for the Pixel 5
2020 has been a really weird year for most smartphone manufacturers, but this is even more so for Google. The company was slated to launch its Pixel 4a at Google I/O ’20, but that was subsequently pushed back after the event was cancelled. Then, we saw the Pixel 5 and Pixel 4a 5G announced at the same time. But for some reason, the Pixel 5 became available before the 4a 5G … [Read more...] about What’s New With the December Update for the Pixel 5
Does the Pixel 5 Have Active Edge?
It’s no secret that Google Assistant is one of the most powerful and useful digital assistants on a smartphone. Google has really ramped up the knowledge and usefulness of Assistant. With the Pixel 4 and 4 XL, Google added an easier way for users to invoke or activate Assistant without ever unlocking the phone. By applying some pressure to both sides of the phone, or … [Read more...] about Does the Pixel 5 Have Active Edge?
How to Customize the Pixel 5
One of the best reasons to use something like Android over iOS is due to the customization options. From adding custom and resizable widgets to changing the icons, and even swapping out your “stock” launcher for something entirely different, the possibilities are truly endless. If you’ve just picked up a Pixel 5 (or any Android phone), we’re going to go over the ins and outs … [Read more...] about How to Customize the Pixel 5
How to Use Airpods Pro With Android
If you haven’t noticed, Bluetooth headphones are all the rage in 2020. Ever since the popularity of AirPods skyrocketed, we have seen truly wireless earbuds appear from all different companies. But the fact remains that the AirPods Pro are some of the best headphones you can buy. While you may think that AirPods Pro are only designed for those in the Apple ecosystem, that … [Read more...] about How to Use Airpods Pro With Android
Does the Pixel 5 Have a Headphone Jack?
Google's Pixel 5 is one of the most intriguing devices of the year, especially considering what the company's smartphone lineup is comprised of. The Pixel 4a was originally supposed to launch at Google I/O in May, but that was postponed, pushing the 4a's launch back until August. Then, we saw rumors and leaks about the Pixel 4a 5G, but this actually could have been the Pixel 5 … [Read more...] about Does the Pixel 5 Have a Headphone Jack?