Category Archives: Android 11

Android 11 is just a subtle upgrade, and that’s OK

Posted on June 10, 2020 by C. Scott Brown

The giant UI overhauls we used to see are gone (at least for now). Android may be less exciting, but it’s more reliable. Continue reading →

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Android 11 is changing notifications in a big way: Here’s what you should know

Posted on June 10, 2020 by Eric Zeman

Android 11 is changing up notifications. From priority notifications to media playback controls, here are the details. Continue reading →

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Poll: Are you liking Android 11’s media playback controls?

Posted on June 10, 2020 by Jimmy Westenberg

Google is moving our beloved media playback controls to the quick settings panel in Android 11. How are you liking it so far? Continue reading →

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The first Android 11 beta just landed, get all the info you need here

Posted on June 10, 2020 by C. Scott Brown

This marks the end of the developer’s preview cycle and the start of the last cycle before a stable launch. Continue reading →

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Here’s a list of Android 11 beta phones (Update: Google Pixel 4a added)

Posted on June 10, 2020 by C. Scott Brown

Update: The Google Pixel 4a now has access to Android 11 beta, but only through one method for now. Continue reading →

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Google postpones Android 11 event, beta release from June 3

Posted on May 30, 2020 by Hadlee Simons

Google was scheduled to hold its Android 11 event next week, but this isn’t happening anymore. Continue reading →

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New Google app adds Assistant-powered shortcuts to your homescreen

Posted on May 21, 2020 by Dave LeClair

Google is also updating Live Transcribe, Sound Amplifier, and Google Maps with new accessibility features. Continue reading →

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Android 11 will make 5G even more confusing

Posted on May 21, 2020 by Adamya Sharma

Android 11 introduces new network icons for 5G, but they’re not exactly easy to understand. Continue reading →

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Android 11 DP4: Recent apps menu gets an easy-to-use text selection tool

Posted on May 6, 2020 by C. Scott Brown

Copy and paste text from one app to another without leaving the recent apps menu with this new tool. Continue reading →

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Google drops surprise fourth Android 11 developer preview, shifts release dates

Posted on May 6, 2020 by C. Scott Brown

There likely isn’t much going on with the fourth developer preview, but the shift in scheduling is interesting. Continue reading →

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Android 11 has a clever trick to deal with unused apps

Posted on April 24, 2020 by Adamya Sharma

Think you might stop using an app in a few months? This new option is for you. Continue reading →

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Android 11 lets you dismiss persistent notifications (Update: Not anymore)

Posted on April 23, 2020 by Phillip Prado

With the release of Android 11 DP4, Google removed the ability to dismiss all notifications, including the persistent ones. Continue reading →

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Android 11 DP3 gesture lets you undo cleared apps (Update: Not anymore)

Posted on April 23, 2020 by Phillip Prado

In Android 11 Developer Preview 4, Google removed the ability to bring back recently dismissed apps in the multitasking menu. Continue reading →

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Android 11 makes it easier to take a screenshot, adds options to overview menu

Posted on April 23, 2020 by Jimmy Westenberg

The recent apps menu is getting a slight change in Android 11 DP3, along with some nice screenshot shortcuts. Continue reading →

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Android 11 release date: When can you expect it to launch?

Posted on April 23, 2020 by Jimmy Westenberg

Wondering when you can expect the full Android 11 release date? We’ve got you covered. Continue reading →

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How to install Android 11 Beta 3 — a step by step guide

Posted on April 23, 2020 by Andrew Grush

Android 11 Beta 3 has arrived! Here’s how to install it on your Pixel device. Continue reading →

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The most notable new Android 11 features we’ve found so far (Updated: Aug. 6)

Posted on April 23, 2020 by C. Scott Brown

This is it, folks. With the third and final expected beta out in the wild, the next release should be the stable one. Continue reading →

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Android 11 could force all smartphone OEMs to adopt seamless updates

Posted on April 8, 2020 by Adamya Sharma

The feature makes OTA updates a riskier affair, while also letting you use your phone during the update process. Continue reading →

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April 2020 security update brings Pixel 4’s ‘Eyes Open’ face unlock feature

Posted on April 6, 2020 by David Imel

We thought this feature would arrive with Android 11, but it’s already here with the April 2020 security patch. Continue reading →

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