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  1. L

    Question Best Android Phones for...

    ... aggressive, decisive, and prompt data/wifi switching and also GPS. My Pixel 3XL SUCKS at both of these, perhaps my personally most important features. My Pixel will, much too often, get stuck doing NOTHING when either or both good 4G and/or good WIFI are available. I want a phone that...
  2. TommyInfinity

    Question Dell Inspiron 15 7559 UHD (4K) Touch Screen Problem (Pixel-Rain)

    Hey. So.. my laptop Dell Inspiron 15 7559, doing strange things. When I'm using my laptop normally, there is nothing like pixel-rain. But when I'm gaming with a perofrmance-needy game, then after a while of gaming it starts to "rain", and when I quit out of the game, after about 5 mins, it...
  3. D

    Solved! Laptop screen black speck (not dead pixel)

    I have an odd black speck on my Acer Aspire 5's screen. Its 1px by 1px in size. It is white when the screen is off, so not a dead pixel. It is black on white screen, and whiteish on black screen. It is slightly raised when I run my nail over it. Since its there when screen is off, its not a...
  4. S

    Pixel 3xl video mic issues

    My Pixel 3xl worked fine for a month, but about a week ago the video/top microphone went bad. Everytime I record video or try to video chat, it sounds like I'm standing next to a jet engine... loud static that drowns out everything. It needs to be RMAed, but I'm outside the US and need some...
  5. G

    Google Pixel USB-C Earbuds Review: Big Smarts, So-So Sound

    The Google Pixel USB-C Earbuds have the brains, but not the sonic brawn, to make them the all-around mobile companion they should be. Google Pixel USB-C Earbuds Review: Big Smarts, So-So Sound : Read more
  6. Z

    Solved! Are 2 dead pixels and a small light leak enough for a replacement

    Basically what the title says! Here are some images: https://m.imgur.com/a/As21Q92
  7. S

    Camera wont show photos from SD card, but computer will.. help please?????

    I have a GE X500 16.0 mega pixel camera. I finally decided to put the SD from it into my computer, I renamed the folder and then put the SD card back into my camera. But when I turned on the camera it took me to Set Date, so I set the date and went to look at the photos and it said No Pictures...
  8. G

    Save More Than $300 on a Refurb Pixel 2

    Today only, get a refurbished Pixel 2 for as little as $360. Save More Than $300 on a Refurb Pixel 2 : Read more
  9. C

    Solved! Pixel 3 screen call not working

    So not sure if this is just me, but I can't seem to get the Google screen call service to work. When I get a call the option for screen call just isn't available. I've heard it was built into the hardware of the pixel 3, which is why it suprised me.. anyone have any tips on enabling screen call?
  10. W

    Purpe/red spots appeared on laptop screen

    So about 6 months ago I bought a laptop second hand, and just today some red or purple spots has appeared on the screen. It is not visible when the screen is white, but when it is dark it is pretty obvious. No it is not a dead pixel, since it is not just one red pixel, big spots has appeared. I...
  11. A

    Solved! Pixel 2 XL reenable background processes

    There is something on my Pixel 2 XL phone that is killing important background processes when my phone goes to sleep (screen is off and my phone is locked) that is rendering my phone completely unresponsive. It basically becomes a brick that shows the time when it stopped working on the ambient...
  12. N

    Wireless charging and Google Pay when using Poetic Revolution case for Pixel 3 XL

    When using the following Poetic Revolution rugged case for Pixel 3 XL, will wireless charging and NFC based Google Pay work correctly? https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07G5NLFQ3/ref=twister_B07G5PB9MT?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
  13. PhilipMichaels

    If the Pixel 3 Doesn’t Wow You, Google’s AI Will

    Google is going to announce a new Pixel phone next week along with other new hardware. And artificial intelligence-powered features will command a lot of the focus. If the Pixel 3 Doesn’t Wow You, Google’s AI Will : Read more
  14. M

    Google Teases Key Pixel 3 Feature

    A new video teaser confirms that the Pixel 3 will offer the squeezable Active Edge feature, and this time it could do a lot more than activate Google Assistant. Google Teases Key Pixel 3 Feature : Read more
  15. K

    how do you get rid of dead pixel on my chrome book

    it is small and in the very left corner
  16. G

    Here's How Big the Pixel 3 XL's Notch Could Be

    If Google Pixel 3 XL is indeed the giant notch-headed horror we all know now, this photo comparison shows that the notch is even taller than the Pixel 2 XL’s forehead. Here's How Big the Pixel 3 XL's Notch Could Be : Read more
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    Pixel 2 Charging Issues

    Hello, about a week ago i have recieved an issue while charging my Pixel 2. When the phone is on and charging, everything works fine, no problems. But when i plug it in while it is off / turn it off while charging, my screen gets stuck at the battery charginf symbol and will never go off...
  18. D

    Severe Pixel 2 XL Bug Leads to Free Replacements

    Is your Pixel 2 XL being really sluggish? There's a way to get a new device. Severe Pixel 2 XL Bug Leads to Free Replacements : Read more
  19. A

    Galaxy Note 9 vs. iPhone X vs. Pixel 2 XL: Which Camera Wins?

    We compared the dual-lens, AI-enabled cameras in the Note 9 to those in the iPhone X and Pixel 2 XL. Here's how they stack up. Galaxy Note 9 vs. iPhone X vs. Pixel 2 XL: Which Camera Wins? : Read more
  20. M

    Pie in The Face: Big Android P Bug Discovered

    Pixel users report bugs after upgrading to Android Pie. Pie in The Face: Big Android P Bug Discovered : Read more
  21. G

    Google Pixel Won't Connect to WiFi. Please Help.

    I have a Google Pixel XL. Recently, my Phone won't connect to WiFi. It displays all the available networks, but when I try to connect, it says "connecting" for a second, then says "saved" but doesn't connect. I can connect anything else to my home network no problem, and I've tried...
  22. G

    The Excellent Google Pixel Is Now Just $399

    A solid deal for cash-strapped fans of stock Android. The Excellent Google Pixel Is Now Just $399 : Read more
  23. S

    Solved! Tcl tv help!

    Hi there. I bought a tv about two weeks ago. It’s a tcl 75c2us and when I first got it there was a dead pixel and the screen would dim and bright randomly. I complained about this and they gave me another one. These were both display models. This one also has a dead pixel or lit pixel. They are...
  24. T

    1-pixel black horizontal line on Samsung LED TV.

    1-pixel wide black horizontal line HALFWAY across the 60" Samsung LED tv screen. Line fades out toward center. AND 2 days later it disappeared. WTF? Will it come back?
  25. G

    Killer Deal: Pixel 2 XL Price Slashed By $400

    Best Buy is clearing its Pixel 2 inventory with help from a major deal. Killer Deal: Pixel 2 XL Price Slashed By $400 : Read more
  26. G

    Pixel 3 Renders Reveal Stunning Redesign

    An artist has released renders of the Pixel 3 XL based on leaks, and it looks stunning despite the notch. Pixel 3 Renders Reveal Stunning Redesign : Read more
  27. G

    Forgot the name of an old game

    I cant remember the name of a game i used to play on my android. It was very pixal-y. Like old school mario. I remember you turned your phone horizontal to play and you walked along in a straight line and killed things ( i cant remember with a gun or sword). You could also click on vases and...
  28. G

    Google's Pixel 3 Displays Could Be This Big

    Google is planning two new Pixels this year with larger screen sizes than the previous model. Google's Pixel 3 Displays Could Be This Big : Read more
  29. G

    Google Pixel 3 Release Date and Key Features Revealed

    Google is said to be working on a Pixel 3 line that will have edge-to-edge screen and much more. Google Pixel 3 Release Date and Key Features Revealed : Read more
  30. T

    Help me please!! Strange pixel pattern with EVERY game.

    Hey guys! I have a problem. Everytime when I play a game, this strange, but it seems regular, pattern of 'dead' pixels appears. It's just with gaming, so I know it isn't a problem with my screen or anything. You can see what I mean by looking at the attached picture. The problem is best...
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    Webcam SPW-229 350K pixel, Spee-Shangai Industrial Co.,Ltd

    Gentlemen, It's about a webcam (SPW-229 350K pixel, Spee-Shangai Industrial Co.,Ltd) that I never used, and the system requirements on its box says - Windows 98/SE/ME/2000/NT/XP. Would there be a way to use this webcam in Windows 10? Thank you very much. Personal info removed Many thanks again.
  32. G

    Google's Pixel 3 Launch Will Have Big Surprises

    Google will reportedly announce far more than a Pixel 3 at this year's hardware event, according to a report. Google's Pixel 3 Launch Will Have Big Surprises : Read more
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    Camera Test: The Huawei P20 Pro Beats The iPhone X, Pixel 2 XL

    We put Huawei's triple-camera marvel up against the two best phones for photography out there: the Pixel 2 and iPhone X. Camera Test: The Huawei P20 Pro Beats The iPhone X, Pixel 2 XL : Read more
  34. Mark Spoonauer

    How Google’s Pixel 3 Could Finally Beat Samsung and Apple

    From design and distribution to AI and unique features, here's what Google needs to do to win against the iPhone X, Galaxy S9, HTC U12 and its other flagship smartphone rivals. How Google’s Pixel 3 Could Finally Beat Samsung and Apple : Read more
  35. Gamesquid17

    How to fix green pixel stuck on the screen.

    I've just noticed like a couple of days ago that there is a green pixel stuck on the screen. At first I hardly even notice but now that I did it won't stop bothering me since then. I haven't done anything that would cause this issue such as messing with the screen but I did leave it all the time...
  36. P

    100 x 100 pixel profile photo will not upload

    Avatar causes the following problem when I save it to my profile (I edited it down to 100 X 100 pixels, so that's not the problem): One cannot do cut & paste here? Anyway, it is "Error 550" and states "problem is with your site at the moment" Not good for a tech site to suffer this humiliation...
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    Pixel 2 XL vs. Galaxy Note 8: A Photo Finish

    We put the Pixel 2 XL and Galaxy Note head to head to find out which Android heavyweight better justifies its steep price tag. Pixel 2 XL vs. Galaxy Note 8: A Photo Finish : Read more
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    OnePlus 5T vs Pixel 2: Why OnePlus Wins

    The OnePlus 5T doesn’t just promise the flagship features on the cheap, it beats the Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL in some key categories. OnePlus 5T vs Pixel 2: Why OnePlus Wins : Read more
  39. G

    iPhone X Is King of OLED Screens: See for Yourself

    The iPhone X's Super Retina OLED screen offers the best balance of brightness, accuracy and wide viewing angles. iPhone X Is King of OLED Screens: See for Yourself : Read more
  40. G

    Pixel 2 XL vs. LG V30: Android Heavyweights Go Head-to-Head

    Google's Pixel 2 XL and LG's V30 both tout 6-inch OLED displays and premium hardware and design. We put them head-to-head to find out which is tops. Pixel 2 XL vs. LG V30: Android Heavyweights Go Head-to-Head : Read more
  41. Mark Spoonauer

    Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL Review: The World's Smartest Phones

    The Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL take artificial intelligence to the next level and offer great cameras and battery life, but the Pixel 2 XL is the more attractive option. Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL Review: The World's Smartest Phones : Read more
  42. henrytcasey

    9 Reasons iPhone X Beats the Pixel 2 XL

    Google's Pixel 2 XL looks smart and powerful, but it's lacking compared to Apple's flagship iPhone X. 9 Reasons iPhone X Beats the Pixel 2 XL : Read more
  43. S

    Shimmering pixels on TV?

    Please help me troubleshoot my led TV. When I play a bluray or 1080p video tight clusters of blue and less obviously yellow pixels appear to "shimmer" on the TV display. The blue shimmering pixels are very obvious when playing a film and both the blue and yellow pixels are even more obvious on...
  44. C

    Youtube Player progress bar pixellation/static normal?

    On youtube I get these pixellating static dots that flicker around on the progress bar (only on the progress bar) I wonder if this is normal? Does it happen to anyone else? This is a new laptop, so I wonder if it's an indication of something wrong with the laptop? Thanks. Afaik it didnt happen...
  45. magnificent_90

    color changes in one pixel

    I got an Acer W4 windows 8.1 tablet, normally there is nothing wrong with the display (for example right now that Im typing) or when Im playing with it BUT sometimes I see a colorful dot on my screen, I thought its a dead pixel, I checked my tablet with Udpixel and I didnt find any dead pixel it...