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Google Pixel 11 Introduces New Screen Saver Styles and Switching Functionality
Key points
- Pixel 11 phones feature updated screen savers.
- Users can now set and switch between multiple screen savers.
- A new "Charge" screen saver displays battery percentage and time estimates.
- The "Clock" screen saver is more customizable with Android 14 lockscreen styles.
New Screen Saver Functionality
Google Pixel 11 phones ship with an update to screen savers, introducing new functionality. Users can now select more than one screen saver option and switch between them, a feature also present in Apple's iPhone StandBy. On Pixel devices, switching is performed using a back gesture from the edge of the display.
Introducing the "Charge" Screen Saver
A new screen saver style called "Charge" has been added to the Pixel lineup. This theme displays the time at the bottom and the battery percentage prominently. It also includes a bar with indicators at 80% and 100% charge, along with time estimates for both.
Enhanced Clock Screen Saver
Updates have also been made to the "Clock" screen saver. The digital and analog styles have been merged, and customization options have been expanded. Users can now choose from styles inspired by the lockscreen clocks introduced with Android 14.
Availability
These screen saver updates are available out of the box on Pixel 11 devices. It is anticipated that these features will be rolled out to older Pixel models at a later date.
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Google Pixel 11 phones now include updated screen savers with a new "Charge" style and the ability to switch between multiple selected screen savers. This update enhances customization and functionality for Pixel users, bringing a feature similar to Apple's iPhone StandBy.