Google Pixel 6/Pixel 6 Pro

Blut2 · 07-09-2022 12:17pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119583447#Comment_119583447

Large numbers of people, including some in this thread, are having battery problems after moving to 13 in the last few weeks. To the point that Google are literally releasing another update already to attempt to address the issue, quoted two posts above mine. Nevermind any other issues - bluetooth etc.

Its clearly been a far from flawless release in the first few weeks of it being pushed out, as is usually the case these days.

07-09-2022 1:02pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119583751#Comment_119583751

Large numbers? A few in here have said they've not had any issues. I'm not sure it's any worse than any other system upgrade. You usually only hear about those with issues, people with no issues usually stay quiet. As with any system upgrade it's the norm to expect at least a few users with issues and a factory reset or clean install is recommended as usually the best way to recover.

marcbrophy · 07-09-2022 1:26pm

Never had any issues with any of the firmware changes on this phone.

Was on the 12L beta and the 13 beta, not once an issue that a restart didn't resolve.

I can't be stopping by every week to say that everything is fine on my phone either. You are only ever going to hear problems in threads like this. 1.5 people saying the battery is a bit iffy after the 13 update is hardly endemic of issues. Every new firmware update from every OEM is going to have "better battery performance" attached to it. It's always the case.

Just update to Android 13, you'll be grand! Or you won't! 50/50 😆

Blut2 · 07-09-2022 1:46pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119583998#Comment_119583998

www.google.com/search?client=firefox-b-d&q=android+13+battery+issues

There are articles all over the internet about it, so its an issue in large numbers clearly.

Even at that its obviously only going to be a small minority of users it affects, but why risk that when theres a no cost solution of waiting 2-3 weeks after the update to install it after the bugs have been resolved?

Mantis Toboggan · 07-09-2022 2:08pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119583328#Comment_119583328

In fairness apart from the batteries issues I haven't noticed any other problems, also haven't noticed any benefits to the update apart from maybe the notification panel for media has improved.

07-09-2022 2:58pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119584223#Comment_119584223

Hysterical headlines by sites looking for clicks. Go to r/pixel6 you'll see a few reports where anyone with issues fixed it by factory resetting

07-09-2022 4:48pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119583452#Comment_119583452

How are you finding them. I'm considering the pixel buds pro, my wife has the "A's", is there a big difference between them that makes up the huge price difference?

Shlippery · 07-09-2022 5:30pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119585435#Comment_119585435

Ah they're a big step up from cheap chinese ones I had - haven't anything else to really compare them against. I was fortunate enough to get a 15% off google store code for being a local guide, so was happy to get em for around €180 and the fairly positive reception for them swayed me in that direction.

Good fit and the noise cancellation & sound quality were solid!

TheRona · 07-09-2022 7:58pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119585658#Comment_119585658

Have the same code. Weighing up whether to get the buds or the doorbell.

Pretty sure the Google Store also has a 24 hour sale on this Friday.

07-09-2022 9:20pm

Good to know about the potential sale this Friday. Quick question. Not about the pixel, but if I get a Google Nest Mini for my room what happens if I say the wake word "Ok Google" while my phone is in the same room, I presume both devices would activate and listen at the same time?

07-09-2022 9:27pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119586947#Comment_119586947

Yes both will hear but the nest will wake you. Create rooms, put your iot devices in rooms. I say turn on the lights and the nest in the room knows it's the room lights to turn on!

marcbrophy · 07-09-2022 10:28pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119586947#Comment_119586947

The nest takes priority.

The phone dismisses itself while the nest responds.

metroburgers · 09-09-2022 4:31am

Pixel 6A currently available for €367.20 (including delivery) using Promo GOOGLEPARTY24 (Save 20% off Cart - €91.80) Code valid for any google product

https://store.google.com/product/pixel_6a?hl=en-Ie

TheRona · 09-09-2022 5:38am

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119593632#Comment_119593632

That code can be applied to anything, by the look of it. Got the Nest Doorbell for €143.

S.M.B. · 09-09-2022 8:24am

Probably a silly and very generic question but what's the best way to minimise the effort in doing a factory reset followed by an upgrade to 13?

The power off issues that I'm experiencing with my 6 week old Pixel 6 have definitely not resolved themselves so my first step is to try a factory reset before getting in touch with Google.

Given my previous phone is non operational and therefore it took an age to get this one fully set up, is there any backup to the cloud functionality with newer pixels where I can store all my phone config?

09-09-2022 9:13am

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119593858#Comment_119593858

Everything Google will be already backed up, you just need to concentrate on non Google stuff. Factory reset isn't a big deal these days. Some third party apps have their own cloud backup, you need to investigate each one. It's also good to have a password manager that can handle app login, I use bitwarden

S.M.B. · 09-09-2022 11:41am

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119594025#Comment_119594025

By everything Google do you just mean Google app data (eg email, calendar, keep notes) or does that include Android phone config data?

I'm basically trying to replicate the experience that you get when upgrading to a new phone where you can migrate everything across but I don't have a second phone.

I don't particularly want to go through the exercise of identifying which of the 100s of apps I've downloaded over the years I want to manually redownload, add the shortcuts within my elaborate folder layout along with accompanying widgets. Even something as simple as adding in my WiFi credentials is the type task I'm looking to avoid as there's plenty of settings I've changed over the past few weeks.

09-09-2022 11:49am

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119594708#Comment_119594708

You will need to do some work, not all of your settings are backed up and all of your apps other than Google apps will need to be logged in and setup from scratch or restored from backup

everlast75 · 09-09-2022 12:15pm

Anyone having any trouble with their Twitter app after the update? Deleted it and re-installed and still not working?

marcbrophy · 09-09-2022 1:13pm

I've been put back into the beta for 13 with a new update!

T1B1.220819.006 is the firmware number

Doesn't seem to be many changes!

https://developer.android.com/about/versions/13/release-notes

09-09-2022 1:21pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119595163#Comment_119595163

Yeah I've just got that also, not installed yet

S.M.B. · 09-09-2022 2:10pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119594745#Comment_119594745

Thanks, looks like this Backup by Google One service is what I was looking for and what you are referring to.

Backup by Google One automatically saves data from your phone. Data saved with Backup by Google One includes:

App data
Call history
Contacts
Settings
SMS messages
Pictures and videos
MMS messages

Looks like it's all up and running and will make this process a lot easier than I was expecting. Figuring out best way to migrate MFA codes is next on the to do list.

Ryath · 09-09-2022 2:35pm

Probably all seen it but 20% off everything on Google store with GOOGLEPARTY24 today. Tempted to pick up a second wireless stand.

Sheep Shagger · 09-09-2022 4:01pm

20% off in the Google store today using code

GOOGLEPARTY24

Brings the 128gb Pixel 6 Pro to €719 with free delivery.

TheRona · 09-09-2022 4:16pm

The code will also add an extra 20% to some of the already discounted items

Mantis Toboggan · 09-09-2022 5:31pm

Can't say I'm seeing any improvement in the battery since the last update.

TheRona · 09-09-2022 5:47pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119596429#Comment_119596429

It always takes several days before you can really assess any changes

harmless · 11-09-2022 1:34pm

After the android 13 update my pixel 6 was a mess. Lots of little bugs and some more serious bluetooth issues.

September update did not improve things.

I did a factory reset 2 days ago, started from scratch and did not restore from backup.

Phone is really good now, better than android 12 ever was.

Rowley Birkin QC · 14-09-2022 5:05pm

Anyone else seeing frequent lockups on the Pixel 6?

I'm up to date but it just locks up at least once a day and refuses to launch apps etc. for about 30-40 seconds.

Also, when it's locked is there any way to make the pull down controls (WiFi, do not disturb etc.) inaccessible?

mossie · 14-09-2022 5:58pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119618227#Comment_119618227

Sort of. Sometimes in a search when I click on a link nothing seems to happen for ages. Apps seem OK though

Phat Cat · 15-09-2022 12:40am

Is anyone having an issue with their Pixel Stand? Mine isn't charging my phone anymore, the orange light comes on but I can't hear that fan and it's refusing to charge. This happen a few weeks ago too, but I unplugged it for a day or two and it started to work again, but it's currently not working for nearly a week now. It's still under warranty so I'll try to exchange it, but between this and the rubbish official Pixel case, I haven't been impressed with the accessories so far.

TheRona · 15-09-2022 5:16am

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119620165#Comment_119620165

No issues here, although I only charge overnight so it wouldn't ever fast charge.

You should have a white light when you charge. The orange light is telling you there's an issue. Are you using the cable that came with the stand? Have you tried charging without a case on the phone?

Phat Cat · 15-09-2022 7:40am

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119620293#Comment_119620293

I'm using the cable that came with it and took off the case, I even tried to charge it on it's side but nothing works. I've been onto Google Support and they have agreed to exchange it.

jusvi2001 · 24-09-2022 9:38am

if any looking for a case I have a original unopened google 6 case (stormy sky) for sale. €20 including postage (normal post). Thanks

24-09-2022 11:18pm

Came across this from one of my favourite YouTubers thought I would share it here.

https://youtu.be/yIZmUINSvQ4

It's an open source version of Android focused on privacy and security the team behind it developed it for the pixel because these phones from Google have excellent inbuilt security. For example the inbuilt Titan chip for encryption.

https://grapheneos.org/

They have a web-based USB installer, I haven't tried installing it just yet but it seems simple enough and they have lots of information about the OS on their website.

marcbrophy · 25-09-2022 3:12am

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119661557#Comment_119661557

This is cool AF!

I'm all over this :)

padair · 25-09-2022 6:03pm

Do you still have the option to head back to stock android if you don't like this flavor of android?

25-09-2022 10:08pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119663659#Comment_119663659

Yes it is very simple. Google also have an online tool for reinstalling the stock image.

Edit: alternatively, you can use this link to reinstall the default operating system if you want to.

https://developers.google.com/android/ota

You'll need access to a PC and be able to download and run ADB tools from the command line.

But if you would rather not go to all of that hassle than this is the official online tool for installing the OS on Pixel phones.

https://pixelrepair.withgoogle.com/

26-09-2022 6:14pm

I tried graphene OS for a little bit but decided to go back to stock because in the end I don't mind trading a bit of privacy for the convenience and usability of the stock operating system. When I reinstalled I chose only to import my SMS and phone logs and contacts so far I can say I'm liking the look and feel of Android 13.

However I have encountered one persistent bug with Bluetooth. My set of wireless earbuds keep sending me a pairing request even when they are already paired and switched off in their case.

Royale with Cheese · 27-09-2022 12:38pm

Does anyone use Accubattery? I bought my 6 Pro at launch and have been careful enough about how I charge it, usually charge it up to 82-83% in the morning to try and preserve the long term battery life. The odd time I forget to take it off and it goes past that but am usually pretty good about it.

The battery health was 99% at new and has just dropped to 98%. The estimated capacity was fairly static at around 4950mAh from new but as of a month or so ago it has started dropping by 1mAh every day or two. Would be interested in comparing it against anyone who's charged the phone to 100% every day since launch, just to see if it's making any difference or if I'm wasting my time here.

TheRona · 27-09-2022 1:16pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119670709#Comment_119670709

I really didn't think any of those battery saving techniques applied to modern battery tech, at least not enough to justify the constant obsessing over it.

Just do your best to stop your phone (and battery) from getting excessively hot is probably the most beneficial way of prolonging your battery life, I'd say.

wassie · 27-09-2022 2:59pm

The adaptive charging feature is driven by a algorithm developed by google to prolong battery life whilst preserving it at the same time. It does take into account a lot phone behaviours to create optimum charging schedules. The idea is that battery life will be extended by reducing bad charging habits most users have, which in turn delays when a battery needs to be replaced.

This is done in Electric Vehicles (on a more complex scale) in order to preserve battery life. People often incorrectly assume charging a battery is the same as filling up a fuel tank in that it occurs in a linear fashion. But in reality as the the closer the battery gets to full, the slower the charge. Thats why the Pixel can do 50% in half hour and then tapers off - to preserve battery life over the long term.

Micro managing your charging will give you little more benefit over enabling the manufacturers adaptive charging battery management system.

27-09-2022 3:00pm

Unfortunately there is a bug with the Bluetooth in Android 13 I again reinstalled the factory image and good news solved the headphones constantly sending a pairing request however the issue is now occuring with my polar watch.

I'm going back to last version of Android 12 and will wait until Google issues the next OS patch.

https://issuetracker.google.com/issues/242755161

Disappointed that such an important feature isn't working correctly but hopefully they won't take to long to fix it.

alwayswright · 02-10-2022 9:12am

Still having some battery drain on new version of Android.

If I have a Google One account, will that restore all of my phone memory if I factory reset the device?

TheRona · 02-10-2022 9:15am

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119691276#Comment_119691276

You can see what it backs up when you search for backup in settings. The main hassle is logging back into apps that require it.

S.M.B. · 02-10-2022 9:19am

I finally did a factory reset on the request of Google to see if my screen freeze/device restart issue could be resolved but I encountered the problem again before I had even finished resetting up.

I did find the whole back up and restore process to be great. I wasn't aware of it until t it was pointed out here when I asked. I had always used the device to device method to restore settings on a new phone which obviously isn't an option for a factory reset.

TheRona · 05-10-2022 4:10pm

With the launch set for tomorrow, I've started a thread for the Pixel 7/Pixel 7 Pro

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/2058266136/google-pixel-7-pixel-7-pro/

Hellrazer · 08-10-2022 11:26am

So would a Pixel 6 Pro a good bet if you got a new/used one for around €600?

Or a Pixel 6 for €400 - Im not bothering with the 7s due to the way were being fucked over with the freebies so Ive been looking at the 6 series at the right price.

TheRona · 08-10-2022 11:53am

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119716820#Comment_119716820

It's a good phone. I'll be selling my P6Pro, and will be hoping for around €500. You shouldn't have a problem getting a decent used one for that price.

micks_address · 17-10-2022 8:48am

flip flopped over the weekend ordering the pro 7 with free watch till the watch appeared out of stock yesterday evening and hasnt come back.. seems like its a done deal.. i have the pro 6 and honestly from everything ive seen the upgrades seem relatively minor so im going to try and hold out till the 8 pro next year.. few things like the face unlock seem a bit pointless.. its not secure enough for payments and doesnt work in low light.. maybe they will add back in the tech from the pixel 4 which was more secure for next year..

Google Pixel 6/Pixel 6 Pro

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Backup by Google One automatically saves data from your phone. Data saved with Backup by Google One includes: