● Covered by 1 source · 1 reportLow impact1 negative
Pixel's 'Flip to Shhh' feature is broken for some users across multiple models
Key points
- "Flip to Shhh" feature is broken on Pixel 7 to Pixel 10 models.
- Users report the setting is unavailable or produces an error.
- The problem is linked to conflicting Digital Wellbeing versions.
- No definitive fix has been found for affected devices.
Pixel Feature Malfunction
The "Flip to Shhh" feature, designed to silence notifications when a Pixel phone is placed face down, is currently malfunctioning for some users. Reports indicate that the feature is either unavailable or generates an error message when users attempt to enable it.
Affected Devices and User Experiences
The issue spans multiple Pixel models, from the Pixel 7 to the Pixel 10. Users have described various scenarios leading to the problem, including changes to Advanced Protection settings, launcher preferences, or even after a factory reset. Attempts to re-enable the feature consistently result in a "can't turn on flip to shhh" error.
Root Cause and Temporary Solutions
The problem is attributed to a server-side issue involving conflicting versions of the Digital Wellbeing application. While some users temporarily resolved the issue by forcing an update to the Digital Wellbeing app via the Google Play Store, the fix has not been permanent for everyone, with the problem reappearing for some.
Ongoing Issue with No Resolution
Despite reports surfacing weeks ago, a permanent solution has not been provided. The exact reason why the Digital Wellbeing service is causing this disruption with updates remains unclear. This bug occurs as Google introduces the Pixel 11 series with a similar feature called HiLight, though the current issue is not believed to be related to new hardware.
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Reporting from
Google Pixel users from Pixel 7 to Pixel 10 models are reporting that the "Flip to Shhh" feature, which silences notifications when the phone is placed face down, is no longer working or available. The issue appears to be related to conflicting Digital Wellbeing versions, with no definitive fix currently available.