Google Pixel 6/6 Pro

Paul11 · 26 Oct 2021 at 17:55

AndyCr15 said:
I don't usually use the Pixel Launcher... how do I get rid of the baked in clock and weather so I can use the clock widget without it looking silly?

I don't think you can

AndyCr15 · 26 Oct 2021 at 18:03

That... is pretty silly...

Yeah, searches seem to be saying the same. Why on earth would they do that?

Nutty_Death · 26 Oct 2021 at 18:04

I actually think the icons matching your background colour looks more messy than just going with normally coloured icons as not all of them dynamically change.

It's like using themes which I gave up on years ago as more hassle than it's worth.

unwashed potato! · 26 Oct 2021 at 18:10

AndyCr15 said:
That... is pretty silly...

Yeah, searches seem to be saying the same. Why on earth would they do that?

Can you show a pic of the issue?

Tbh I've not used a Google clock widget in years as I don't like what you can and can't do with it. I imagine this is the same?

_Jimlad_ · 26 Oct 2021 at 18:19

I have Android 12 and have no daft clock

Nerusy · 26 Oct 2021 at 18:22

I believe it is part of "at a glance" pixel launcher thing and indeed can not be disabled, it is very annoying. It has day, date and weather metrics in top left corner. It cannot be moved or disabled.

Paul11 · 26 Oct 2021 at 18:26

very annoying and a total waste of space.

unwashed potato! · 26 Oct 2021 at 18:29

Nova is better any way

glenimp617 · 26 Oct 2021 at 18:33

Paul11 said:
very annoying and a total waste of space.

one of the reasons to chose an android phone over ios is due to the level of customization and not being locked down to how a phone looks or feels.

just like you can uninstall any app which comes out the box.

and that's a load of bulllllllllsh

My pro is coming tomorrow. Had pixels before, had oneplus, samsungs.....etc etc. I've never been one to praise the pixel software to be honest, but considering where oneplus are heading, I think it will end up the best of a bad bunch.

Lots of things about the pixel software which is pretty crap. It's googles way or no way....unless you want to install a third party launcher, but let's be honest, there not brilliant either.

ultralaser · 26 Oct 2021 at 18:45

Has anyone had an update on the CPW orders? None here

Begbie · 26 Oct 2021 at 18:47

ultralaser said:
Has anyone had an update on the CPW orders? None here

Not yet, I expect we'll hear tomorrow.

ultralaser · 26 Oct 2021 at 18:48

Begbie said:
Not yet, I expect we'll hear tomorrow.

Thanks Begbie at least it's not just me then

AndyCr15 · 26 Oct 2021 at 18:55

TheOracle said:
unless you want to install a third party launcher, but let's be honest, there not brilliant either.

I would disagree there, Nova is great IMO.

V_R · 26 Oct 2021 at 18:56

I can't imagine life without nova.

remy87 · 26 Oct 2021 at 19:01

biron_w said:
I've had issues with other phones with TG screen protectors not working right. I generally switch to a film one. As these phones have Gorilla Glass Victus on then all you really need to worry about is scratches rather than dropping your phone.

That's interesting didn't know that do you know any films that got a nice oliophobic feel to it?

kona786 · 26 Oct 2021 at 19:02

android-fan said:
Anyone moved from a OnePlus 9 pro to the pixel 6 pro? Worthy upgrade?

I'm looking to do exactly that. It'll probably take a few days to make my mind up.

The OnePlus 9 Pro has been pretty fantastic. I want to see how good the camera is on the new Pixels.

Deepus · 26 Oct 2021 at 19:02

Deepus said:
I ordered the Olixar tempered glass protector. I had one on my Pixel 2XL, and it fitted the curved edges pretty good, so I’m hoping for the same with this one.

Avoid this screen protector - it's utter garbage! Screen is pretty much unusable with this on - finger print sensor never works, swiping is hit and miss. Only positive is that it is easy to install (and take off!!). Looks like I'll have to go for a "film" screen protector - any recommendations?

dl8860 · 26 Oct 2021 at 19:03

I'ved used Nova for years and years, wouldn't dream of using anything else

unwashed potato! · 26 Oct 2021 at 19:11

TheOracle said:
and that's a load of bulllllllllsh

Huh? You're tied to something if you use a particular piece of software? If I've understood it correctly?

The optional clock app Google have made isnt too peoples liking? And now android openness is a load of bull?

It's like saying android isn't customisable as I can't see my bank account balance on my WhatsApp app

kona786 · 26 Oct 2021 at 19:14

TheOracle said:
....unless you want to install a third party launcher, but let's be honest, there not brilliant either.

Talk about getting a point completely wrong.

Nova Launcher is absolutely fantastic.

Aren't you pro iPhone?