Yep I have it then mate. It's a really cool feature, I love it! I wish you could use it in other apps, like WhatsApp too..
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Google One starts including Fitbit Premium and Nest Aware
In what looks to be a significant expansion, Google One now includes Fitbit Premium and Nest Aware, which we previously reported on.
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This is good news, am I right in thinking that Nest Aware is the subscription to their Nest cameras? also Fitbit premium is needed for the Pixel Watch 2 fitness?
I recently upgraded to the 2TB Google One plan, I hope I get access to this. I will be tempted to add a couple of Nest cameras to the house, especially if I don't have to pay an additional fee like with Ring.
I had the Hazel 7 Pro and it was absolutely (to my eyes) a shade of green. I actually really liked the color.
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With Pixel being stock Android, is it more customisable than Samsungs One Ui? Samsung has insane levels of customisation, even having apps like Good Lock that allow deep customisation.
I think you already answered your question in your question. Pixel is close to stock Android. Samsung has insane levels of customization including good lock. Thats it.
No Pixel UI does not offer the same level of customization or fine settings that Samsung offers but Pixel UI is also customizable but more streamlined with less options but simpler to set up. Pixel UI is great and offers a lot of customization in its own way.
Both are really great UI's and I can't say one is better than the other but they have different approaches. You just have to figure out if you prefer one or the other? However, if you like to customize a lot then Samsung is a better choise.
I've just ordered a Pixel 8 Pro in the mint colour, along with the Mint silicon case and the Pixel Stand charger 
Hope you enjoy it! Mint is a great color! Pixel 8 Pro is a great phone with a ton of useful features.I've just ordered a Pixel 8 Pro in the mint colour, along with the Mint silicon case and the Pixel Stand charger
I can’t wait to see the Mint colour in person. I’ve never used a Pixel before so I’m looking forward to trying it out. Google have said delivery will be between 9th-10th.
You might get it tomorrow or the next day hopefully. I think you will be very happy with it. Let us know what you think and how it works out for you!
It’s already moved to prepared to dispatch, I only ordered it last night. The only thing that concerns me is battery life, I’m not too bothered about it getting hot, I don’t push my phone too much since I don’t game on them (I have a PS5 and XBox X for that).
I really want a great camera tho and I’ve heard that the pixel is even better than my iPhone 15 Pro Max on that front.
The following video says that those in the US would need to wait until at least the 11th of March for the feature drop:
I can vouch for the camera - if there's one phone I pick up without hesitation for photos over my iPhone 14PM or S24U, it's the P8P. I just prefer everything about how it takes them.
Battery life is also good for me - I'm quite a heavy user and it gets me through a day pretty easily.
I usually go to bed with around 40% left on my iPhone 15 Pro Max at the moment.
I do like to try the beta every now and then. but I will wait til it gets a little more mature.
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Android 14 QPR3 Beta 2 sideload is bricking Pixel phones
There appears to be issues with sideloading Android 14 QPR3 Beta 2 today. Following the release, three Pixel devices we...
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Google have just sent me an email saying that as a Google One member, I’ve got 10% back off my purchase in Google Store credit. It’s now been added to my account and is ready to spend. I have 365 days (1 year) to spend it.
If I wait until the next Google event (around May I believe) and I see something there like the Pixel Tablet 2 (if they release one), will I be able to use my store credit towards buying something, then pay off the rest with my direct debit?
If I wait until the next Google event (around May I believe) and I see something there like the Pixel Tablet 2 (if they release one), will I be able to use my store credit towards buying something, then pay off the rest with my direct debit?
Installed the Dbrand skin ..second pic with my Spigen Ultra Hybrid case
Take a look at the Pixel Tips app. It explains some of the unique features.My Pixel 8 Pro will be delivered today
Base model iPhones have never been flagship models.
The se has always Been entry level
Previous gen iPhones as mid range
The base model of cutreny Gens for those who want new iPhones but don’t need all pro features. Their price is fine.
Pros self explanatory
Yeah keep your iPhone lol. You’ll likely want to switch back.My Pixel 8 Pro will be delivered today
If you do somehow like it, try Niagara launcher. Only thing that made android Any good
😬 you’re not filling me with much confidence here 😂
I will be keeping my iPhone anyway, I always do.
Don't use any other launcher than stock. Kind of the point of Pixel is Google launcher and all the features it provides. Some people may not like it but try it first and I have found 3rd party launchers these days only add problems but that is my opinion.
Don't get discouraged. Pixel is a great phone. Give it an opportunity and have an open mind and I am sure you will get along with it!
As for tips. Check some youtube videos on Pixel 8 Pro. Don't use your iPhone at all for a week. See how you feel about it after a while. Of course the point of using the device exclusively for a period of time is to help you familiarize yourself and not get distracted by old habits or interfaces. You can set a shorter period I just find a week is a good period of time to learn most things and get a decent feel for a device.
Everyone is different and learns in their own way so there is no wrong way.
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