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Phone Arena
3 days ago
- Climate
- Phone Arena
Google tweaks the Pixel Weather app and makes it look better
Google really did a great job with the Pixel Weather app making it much more useful than the old Weather app that starred Froggy. Instead of a cute animation, the app is now loaded with data including an hourly forecast, a 10-day forecast, Wind speed, Precipitation, Visibility, the UV index, Humidity, Air Quality, and more. You can have the app show the weather for your current location or add more locations if you want to monitor the weather where your kids are living, or want to know the conditions where other family members or friends live. If you're planning a vacation or embarking on a business trip, you might want to know what to expect weather-wise when you arrive at your destination. The Pixel Weather app also features a Weather map which uses radar to show expected precipitation in your area over the next six-hours. With the map, you can pinch out to zoom in if you want to see a more local look at the radar in your area. If you'd rather see what the radar shows for several states near you, pinch in on the screen to zoom out. The severity of the precipitation expected in a particular area is represented by the different colors used by the radar that cover that area of the map. The old design of the Weather map on the Pixel Weather app in on the left with the new floating card look on the right. | Image credit-9to5Google Google has improved the design of the Weather map by changing the bottom sheet showing the time, the circular play/pause button for the radar, and the radar's timeline controls. With the change, the bottom is now a floating card which shows some of the map underneath the card at the left, right, and bottom of the floating card. This replaces the previous look that covered the map with the bottom sheet. You can see this in the screenshots we've embedded in this article. Most of you might consider this to be a minor change that is not a big deal but it does improve the look of the app. It also makes the Pixel Weather app more consistent across different Pixel models since the Pixel Tablet and the Pixel Fold, both large-screen devices, already use the floating card design for the Pixel Weather app. The new version of the Weather map comes with version 1.0.20250408.758982743 of the Pixel Weather app which was disseminated over the last few days. It's another example of Google tinkering with an app and making a minor change that improves the look of the app. You can install the Pixel Weather app from the Play Store by tapping on this link.
Mint
15-05-2025
- Mint
Android 16 Beta 4.1 vs Beta 4: Key fixes and performance enhancements you should know
Google has rolled out Android 16 Beta 4.1 to developers and testers, offering a series of bug fixes and system improvements aimed at enhancing overall device performance. The update, which is now available for select Pixel devices, builds on the second major platform stability release. This means all app-facing behaviours and developer APIs are final and will appear in the public release of Android 16 without further changes. One of the most notable fixes in this update addresses inconsistent haptic feedback that users experienced during common actions such as opening the app drawer, typing on the keyboard, or using the back gesture. This issue had led to a diminished tactile response and impacted the fluidity of user interaction, which has now been resolved. The update also corrects a bug that disrupted 4K video recording when using the 4x telephoto zoom. According to reports, the camera app would unexpectedly stop recording a few seconds into a 4K 30fps session. With this fix, users can expect improved stability when capturing high-resolution footage. Another issue that has been addressed involves the Pixel Weather app, where the radar map would occasionally disappear. Additionally, a visual glitch causing a black navigation bar to appear during screen transitions has been fixed, leading to a more consistent interface experience. The update also resolves a crash bug in the Google app, which occurred when users attempted to load certain websites. Importantly, the update tackles a significant battery drain issue that had been widely reported. This problem, categorised as 'high' impact, caused devices to lose battery power rapidly. With Beta 4.1, Google claims the battery performance on affected Pixel models should now improve noticeably. Android 16 Beta 4.1 is available for a wide range of Pixel devices, including the Pixel 9 series, Pixel 9a, Pixel 8 series, Pixel 7 and Pixel 6 series, the Pixel Fold, and the Pixel Tablet. Devices enrolled in Google's beta programme should automatically receive the update over-the-air, although rollout is happening in phases and may take a few days to reach all users. Those wishing to check manually can do so by navigating toSettings > System > Software update > System update > Check for updates. With the release of Beta 4.1, Android 16 moves closer to its final release, offering developers and early adopters a clearer picture of what to expect in the stable version.
Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Yahoo
Android 16 Beta 4 is ready for your Pixel
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Android 16 Beta 4 is here for all supported Pixels, packed with fixes and tweaks. Beta 4 brings the April 2025 security patch, squashing bugs and critical CVEs. Key fixes include battery drain, wonky haptics, and radar issues in Pixel Weather. Factory images are available for manual installs, and OTA updates are rolling out (BP22.250325.007). Google has rolled out Android 16 Beta 4 to all supported Pixels, and it's the last beta before the big launch next month, loaded with fixes, polish, and broader device support. The latest update drop didn't really spill much about what's new under the hood. And since we're this close to the stable release—likely lining up with Google I/O in May—it's safe to say we're not expecting any big surprises. This build is probably just about tightening screws, squashing bugs, and making sure everything runs smooth for launch day. Beta 4 packs the April 2025 security patch, locking down two stealthy bugs and a bunch of other critical CVEs. Google has also dropped the factory images for those who like the manual route, and the OTA rollout is already underway (look for build BP22.250325.007). Android 16 Beta 4's official notes reveal fixes for some pretty key bugs, such as weird battery drain, glitchy haptics, and radar not working in the Pixel Weather app. It also squashes system stability issues and random launcher crashes some folks were dealing with. Additionally, a few Pixel users have taken to Reddit to report that the "Screen-off Fingerprint Unlock" option has gone missing after installing the latest Android 16 beta (via Android Police). If you've got a Pixel, from the 6 series all the way up to the new 9 lineup (including Fold, Tablet, and A models), you're good to go with the Android 16 Beta 4 update. A big highlight in this release is the first-ever beta build for the freshly launched Pixel 9a, which is now part of the Android Beta Program's device lineup. Google is sticking to its Q2 2025 launch plan and letting beta testers know they'll get automatic OTA update notifications once it's ready to roll. Following in the footsteps of OnePlus and Xiaomi, Google is opening up the Android 16 beta to even more brands. Now, iQoo, Lenovo, Oppo, Realme, Sharp, Vivo, and Honor devices are also getting in on the pre-release action. To check if Android 16 Beta 4 is ready for your Pixel, head to Settings > System > Software updates, then tap "System update." From there, hit "Check for updates" to see if it's available.
