Topics discussed in this episode include Google's Assistant microphone shortcut, Samsung and Google's plans for Wear OS 5, Fossil exiting the smartwatch business, Honor's Magic V2 foldable smartphone, and the versatility of isopropyl alcohol for cleaning tech devices.
The Logitech K480 keyboard is a reliable and affordable option for turning your Pixel tablet into a productivity device.
To enhance efficiency in AR computing, experts should create gesture-based interactions tailored for tasks like writing emails and switching applications.
Deep dives
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The Logitech K480 keyboard is a great option for productivity on the Pixel tablet. It has a sturdy design and mechanical keys that provide a satisfying typing experience. The keyboard features a neon yellow strip that functions as a stand for the tablet, and it also has the ability to pair with three different devices at once. The Bluetooth connectivity allows for easy setup, and the physical keys ensure accurate typing. Overall, the Logitech K480 is a reliable and affordable option for turning your Pixel tablet into a productivity device. The only downside is the location of the function keys.
Using gestures for efficient AR computing
To maximize efficiency and ergonomics in AR computing, experts should devise a set of gestures specifically designed for tasks like writing emails, debugging code, and switching applications. This would reduce reliance on traditional keyboards and offer a more intuitive and fluid interaction with AR devices.
Using isopropyl alcohol to save a water-damaged phone
A listener shared an experience of accidentally getting their phone wet, resulting in issues with charging and USB connectivity. After attempting various methods to fix the problem, they stumbled upon a tip: using isopropyl alcohol to clean the phone's port. This simple solution proved effective, restoring the phone to normal functionality and highlighting the potential benefits of IP ratings for safeguarding devices against water damage.
Ron, Jason, Huyen, and Mishaal are joined by Florence Ion to discuss what Samsung is doing right, what Google is doing wrong, and what Onn has that Logitech doesn't.
Featured in this episode:
NEWS
Google Pixel devices lose Assistant microphone shortcut
Google accidentally reveals Assistant with Bard demo video
Google may rename Assistant with Bard to Gemini
Flo LOVES Circle to Search
Pixel Feature Drop for January 2024
Samsung, Google preparing Wear OS 5 based on Android 14
Wear OS preps for Material You, hints at grid app launcher
Android allows eSIM transfer between phones
Patron News Story Pick: Critical storage permission bug in Pixel phones
Google halts January 2024 GPSU rollout due to device issues
HARDWARE
Fossil exits smartwatches
Galaxy S24 may detect car crashes
Honor’s Magic V2 foldable launches in Europe and UK
Ron looks at the Logitech K480 Keyboard paired with Pixel Tablet
APPS
Chromecast with Google TV to receive incoming call notifications
Google Assistant revamped on Android Auto with AI
Upgrade to Passkeys on Pixel phones with Google Password Manager
COMMUNITY
Chad suggests gestures for AR computing instead of virtual keyboards
Mike shares how alcohol saved his water-damaged phone