Precisely on android web we find a compilation of tips with which get the most out of our Android device. They are not advice from now and that is why some have become somewhat outdated (such as those related to the now extinct Google Play Music), but most are still fully valid.
Tips on privacy and security
Just as no one likes to have their home broken into without permission, they shouldn’t like it when they do it on their mobile either. Being a private element with such sensitive content, it is best to reinforce it and in this section Google recommends several things, mainly highlighting these two:
- Lock and locate your lost phone. This is one of the most unpleasant situations that can happen to us, but regretting it will not help and that is why it is very important to know what to do if we lose our mobile. The essential thing is to have the Android Device Manager tool at hand, available via web from any other device. In it we can not only locate the phone on a map if it is still on, but we can also block it to prevent anyone from using it and even delete all our content remotely.
- Control which apps have which permissions. On many occasions we have already talked about how Android malware finds the door open in three system permissions: accessibility, notifications and SMS reading. It is important not to grant these permissions lightly for security reasons and in terms of privacy we could add the location, camera and microphone. Always have as a rule not to give more permissions than necessary to applications.
Tips for voice control
Android accessibility services are essential for people with some type of vision and/or mobility problem. However, anyone can control some elements with their voice to make their routine more comfortable in certain situations. Of the tips that Google gives here We highlight these two:
- Voice text. This function is basically voice dictation when we refer to writing a message or making a note in a note app. Ideal for when our hands are full or for any other reason writing by hand is bad for us. If you have the Google Gboard keyboard, you can press the microphone icon and start dictating to the phone what you want to write. Of course, you must make sure that the voice dictation option is activated in the settings.
- Do you need to know? Just ask. This section comes in relation to Google Assistant. And while Google highlights asking you a question on any topic, we want to highlight other features like asking you to make a call, send someone a message, or mark an appointment on our calendar.
Camera and photo tips
There are many ways to Get the most out of your mobile camerabut according to Google’s advice in this section we can rescue these two:
- Access all your photos, wherever you go. This is a clear reference to cloud photo storage. The most practical case and one that works best on Android is that of Google Photos. The idea, beyond that you can see your photos from any device as they are synchronized in the cloud, is that you can also have a backup copy of them. This will prevent your content from being lost if your mobile is damaged.
- Find the photo you are looking for faster. The Google Photos function stands out here, which allows us to carry out a more accurate search of our content, being able to tag people in the photographs, places or important events. A good way to avoid chaos in our gallery.
Battery Tips
We go to another section Which is probably one of the highlights. And there are many Habits that are harmful to the mobile battery that often make us have to resort to those tips to extend autonomy. Google is not giving many keys at this point, but there is an interesting element that we often do not take into account.
- Save battery for when you need it most. At this point, Google talks about lowering the brightness of the screen. And yes, it is true that by itself it may be insufficient, but it is undoubtedly one of the most important. Not in vain, the screens are the element that consumes the most battery. Turning off automatic brightness and lowering it manually is a good way to save battery life.
Tips on customization
We go to one of the sections more interesting and more personal will make your phone. Here Google did not take Material You into account, the new design language introduced in Android 12 that allows the terminal to be much more customized. Of the tips he gives here, we honestly believe that they may be insufficient, but one that can go a long way.
- View useful information without opening applications. Here Google refers to the classic application widgets that can be placed on any screen and, at a glance, consult information and even interact with applications that contain dialing lists and the like. In addition, in recent times many have been updated and visually they look much more modern.
Application Tips
East tips section Google takes advantage of it to talk about the many proprietary tools it offers for Android. They are interesting tips, although we are left with these:
- Keep all your documents in the pocket. If the cloud was essential for the photos, as we mentioned in a previous section, the rest of the files are no less relevant. With Google Drive you can always keep all kinds of files safe and available to prevent them from disappearing if your phone breaks down.
- Never forget an important event. It may seem that we can handle everything, but writing down all the appointments and events on the calendar helps to avoid forgetfulness and it is just what Google intends with this advice.
- Translate signs when you travel. Google Translate is already integrated into Google Lens and this allows you to translate all kinds of texts from this tool. And we are not only talking about those that you introduce, but also about posters and other supports that you find out there. And all this just by focusing the camera and in hundreds of languages.
Setup Tips
Finally we got to last section of tips from Google highlighting some elements on phone settings with two tips that, although simple, we consider interesting and always keep in mind.
- Set alarms at the same time, all the time. A clear reference to the fact that when setting an alarm we remember to set it for several days if we always have the same routine to get up. In addition to the fact that it will prevent us from having to configure it every day, it is a good way to prevent one day from forgetting about it and from sticking to the sheets.
- Manage color settings for easy reading. Calibrating the color of the screen from the settings can help you, as a general rule, to have less negative impact on the view when you use the mobile. However, this is even more fundamental for avoid eyestrain when you spend many hours reading on your mobile.
Via | Google