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February’s Pixel 6 update should be available on the same day as other Google phones

January 25, 2022
In two rare occurrences, the December 2021 and January 2022 updates for the Pixel 6 line were delayed from their usual first Monday of the month availability. The Pixel 6’s OTA schedule looks like it will return to normal with the February security patch. According to Canadian carrier Fido, the “Google Pixel 3a – 5” and “Pixel 6 / 6 Pro” will get the February SMR (Security Maintenance…
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Acer’s latest Chromebooks bring tough designs, a 3:2 display, and more to schools

January 25, 2022
Chrome OS has taken over the education market for many, and Acer is one of the biggest names bringing models to the market. Today, Acer is launching a new batch of Chromebooks for education customers including one with a 3:2 display. This latest set of Chromebooks for the education market include the Acer Chromebook 512, 511, 314, and Spin 311. All four devices are designed to be affordable with…
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Galaxy Watch 4 long term review: Still Wear OS’s current pacesetter [Video]

January 25, 2022
Smartwatches can be a very mixed bag, and Wear OS hasn’t quite hit the heights most of us would have hoped. We’ll likely see a resurgence over the coming years as Google and Samsung really invest in the platform. The first sign of that increased investment is the Galaxy Watch 4, which we’ve lived with for an extended period to better understand where it sits. The biggest problem facing…
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Having issues with Google Pixel’s adaptive brightness? Here’s how to fix it

January 25, 2022
In case you hadn’t noticed, the Pixel line of phones – while great devices – are absolutely not without issues. Among those issues tends to be adaptive screen brightness problems, wherein the Google Pixel on Android adjusts brightness under the wrong circumstances. Follow along with this guide to learn how to reset and fix that issue. Table of contents What is adaptive brightness on…
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