There are two key takeaways in this article:
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Pixel Tablet Assistant Frustration: Pixel Tablet owners are facing issues with Google Assistant in Hub Mode. Smart home controls specifically are failing to work, while general knowledge-based commands function normally. Google is aware of the problem and working on a solution.
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Galaxy Battery Protection Guide: This section offers a guide on Battery Protection, a feature on Galaxy phones that helps extend battery life. It details different protection modes and how to configure them for optimal results.
Pixel Tablet Hub Mode Assistant Bug
Recent reports from Pixel Tablet users indicate trouble with Google Assistant in Hub Mode. While Assistant seems to understand and acknowledge voice commands related to smart home controls (like turning on/off lights), it fails to execute them. Instead, users encounter a grey screen for a few seconds before returning to the screensaver.
Interestingly, Assistant functions perfectly when the Pixel Tablet is unlocked, rendering the hands-free convenience of Hub Mode useless. Additionally, the issue seems isolated to Pixel Tablets, as other Google devices with home controls on the lock screen work as intended.
Google acknowledges this problem and assures users that their engineering team is actively investigating a fix. They promise to keep users updated on any developments.
Keep Your Galaxy Battery Healthy with Battery Protection
While constantly charging your phone to 100% might seem convenient, it’s not ideal for long-term battery health. Thankfully, many phones, including Galaxy devices, offer a feature called Battery Protection to combat this.
Understanding Battery Protection
Continuously charging a phone to 100% can damage the battery over time, leading to reduced capacity and shorter charge cycles. Battery Protection helps prevent this by managing the charging process.
Galaxy Battery Protection Options
Galaxy phones offer three primary Battery Protection modes:
- Basic: Charges to 100% then stops, allowing the battery to drain to 95% before resuming. Offers some protection but isn’t the most effective.
- Adaptive: Charges slowly to 100% over a longer period based on your sleep schedule (requires bedtime setting). This is ideal for those with consistent sleep patterns.
- Maximum: Stops charging entirely at 80%, maximizing battery longevity but sacrificing some usable charge.
Secret Advanced Option
There’s a hidden gem within Battery Protection – customization through Samsung’s Galaxy Routines. This allows you to fine-tune the “Maximum” mode beyond its default 80% threshold.
By creating a routine, you can set maximum protection to activate at a higher percentage (like 90%), offering more usable charge while still prioritizing battery health.
Conclusion
Pixel Tablet users experiencing Assistant issues in Hub Mode can find solace in the knowledge that Google is actively working on a fix. In the meantime, Galaxy phone owners can leverage Battery Protection and explore advanced customization options to keep their batteries healthy and phones running strong.
