Pixel 2 Portrait mode ported to non-Google devices running Android Oreo

Among the many other features the newly launched Pixel 2 series rock, Portrait mode surely caught the attention. The single-camera sensor on the back and front were able to pull off the mode so good that the mode is now being ported to first-gen Pixel phones, Nexus 6P, 5X and we were able to make it work on other devices running Android 8.0 Oreo.  Continue reading “Pixel 2 Portrait mode ported to non-Google devices running Android Oreo”

Google reportedly cancels next-gen Pixel XL codenamed ‘muskie’ in favour of larger phone

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It was reported in March that Google is working on next generation Google Pixel phones reportedly codenamed as walleye and muskie. Now, a new report from Android Police claims that Google has shelved the Pixel 2 that was code named as muskie.
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Google Pixel, Pixel XL to get Android updates till October 2018

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Google has updated its support page that gives out details about Android updates for its flagships. Pixel and Pixel XL will receive Android updates till October 2018, as per the support page. Meanwhile, security updates are promised to rollout until October 2019. Google had announced Pixel devices in October last year. Continue reading “Google Pixel, Pixel XL to get Android updates till October 2018”

Lenovo PHAB 2 launched in India, Meizu M5 Note announced and more – FoneArena Daily

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Google Pixel users receive distorted screenshots sent from iPhone 7 Plus

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Google’s Pixel and Pixel XL haven’t been out for long, yet some users are already facing issues with this smartphone. Just after the connectivity issues, some users are reporting of distorted images whenever the images are sent using an Apple iPhone 7 Plus. Continue reading “Google Pixel users receive distorted screenshots sent from iPhone 7 Plus”

Google Pixel, Pixel XL, Chromecast Ultra, Google WiFi and more announced – FoneArena Daily

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Google Pixel, Pixel XL pre-orders tipped to kick start on Flipkart in India from October 13

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Google is all set to announce Pixel and Pixel XL smartphones today at an event in the US. Until now there was no word about when these phones might hit India but a new report from Digit has some scoop on the same. Continue reading “Google Pixel, Pixel XL pre-orders tipped to kick start on Flipkart in India from October 13”

Here’s what to expect from Google’s Pixel event today

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Google is geared up for its event tonight where it will take wraps off the next generation of products. The company is all set to unveil Pixel, Pixel XL smartphone. But it is also expected that Google has some interesting announcements under its sleeve besides the flagship phones. Let’s take a look at all the products Google is expected to announce today at the event. Continue reading “Here’s what to expect from Google’s Pixel event today”

Google Pixel and Pixel XL specs detailed, Nokia D1C surfaces and more – FoneArena Daily

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Google Pixel and Pixel XL won’t be waterproof, said to be IP53 certified

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Another day another another rumor about the upcoming Google Pixel smartphones have surfaced and the latest one is not something to be excited about.

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Google might add restart option to upcoming Pixel smartphones

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We already know a couple of specs about the upcoming Google Pixel and Pixel XL smartphones. Now, a new piece of information has surfaced that suggests Google will add a restart option to Pixel devices which will run Android 7.1 out of the box.

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HTC Desire 10 Pro announced, Google Pixel phones coming on Oct 4 – FoneArena Daily

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Google Pixel and Pixel XL surface in photos

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Earlier today, Google officially announced that it has scheduled an event on October 4th where it is expected to announce the Pixel and Pixel XL smartphones. Now, both the phones have surfaced in leaked photos showing a clear look at the design.

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Xiaomi Mi 5S coming next week, Moto E3 Power launched and more – FoneArena Daily

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Google renames Nexus Launcher to Pixel Launcher – Imminent rebranding confirmed

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It has been rumoured that the new smartphones from Google this year will no longer be called Nexus but will take the Pixel sub-branding instead. We now have evidence to support this theory in the form of a launcher.

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