Google Pixel 6's weak notifications vibration gets fixed in May Pixel update

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The latest update for Google Pixel devices includes an update that fixes the weaker vibration levels felt on the Pixel 6. The Verge's Richard Lawler reports that he has noticed the vibrations to be stronger after installing the update. If that isn't something you want, you can lower its intensity in the settings. 

Other fixes that come with this update include fixing the display's sudden wake-up without interaction and a problem that crashes the launcher. The update also brings security fixes from the Pixel 3a to the Pixel 6.

Netflix officially lists HDR support for Google Pixel 6, 6 Pro, 5A

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If you wanted to watch HDR or HD content on Netflix on some of the newer Pixel devices, your wait is over. The streaming service has officially added the Pixel 6, 6 Pro, and the 5A to its list of devices that support HDR and HD streaming. The update to its support pages seems to have happened sometime after January 14. 

It isn't clear why Netflix hasn't added the Pixel 6 lineup to these lists earlier. But The Verge noted that some users were reporting on Reddit that their phones couldn't play HDR content properly, while it worked fine for others. Perhaps that was a problem they wanted to address first. Hopefully, it works fine for everyone now.

Google temporarily disables 'Hold for Me' on the Pixel 6

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Google has temporarily disabled the useful Hold for Me feature on Pixel 6 phones that received the December update. A bug in this release is causing trouble for these devices. But it only affects those Pixel 6 phones that have updated to the December security update. Some might also lose the Call Screening option.

Hold for Me allows Google's Duplex technology AI to hold the line for you while waiting for an actual person to come on the line. It's useful when you're trying to get in touch with businesses. Call Screening prevents robocallers from reaching you on your device.

Source: Engadget

Google brings new features to Pixel devices via new update

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Google has released an update for both the latest Pixel 6 devices and the older Pixels bringing many new features to these phones. The Pixel 6 Pro gets Ultra-wideband (UWB) capability, making it easier to share photos and files via the Nearby Share function. The Pixel 6 series also gets the digital car key function, allowing you to unlock and start select BMW models.

Quick Tap to Snap is coming to the Pixel 4a 5G and newer devices. The feature, which was previously only available on the Pixel 6, lets you access Snapchat directly from your lock screen by double-tapping the back of the phone.

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