With Android 15 now available on all Pixel devices, you may be exploring the new settings and features. While we have already listed the new Pixel Feature Drop items, here are three settings that you should consider changing:
1. Adaptive Vibration: Google has introduced Adaptive Vibration to allow your Pixel phone to adjust vibration intensity based on the environment. This feature uses your phone’s microphone and sensors to determine sound levels and context, without recording any data. To try it out, go to Settings > Sound & vibration > Vibration & haptics > Adaptive vibration and toggle it on.
2. App Archiving: Android 15 offers App Archiving as a way to free up space on your device by removing unnecessary app components while preserving important data like login information. To archive an app, go to Settings > Apps > See all xxx apps, select the app, and tap the “Archive” button. You can restore the app by tapping “Restore” later.
3. Theft Protection: Google has introduced Theft Protection for Pixel devices to help protect your device in case of theft or loss. You can enable features like Theft Detection Lock, Offline Device Lock, and Remote Lock by going to Settings > Google > All Services > Theft Protection.
Bonus Tip – Notification Syncing: If you have multiple Pixel devices, consider enabling the “Dismiss notifications across Pixel devices” feature for convenient notification syncing.
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