YouTube TV: A Picture-Perfect Upgrade
YouTube TV for Android has received a significant upgrade to its mini player. This new feature allows you to watch videos in a smaller window while browsing other parts of the app. This is a much-needed improvement, as the previous mini player was quite limited.
How to Use the New Miniplayer:
- Start Playing a Video: Begin watching a video in the main YouTube TV app.
- Minimize the Video: Tap the minimize button in the top right corner of the video player.
- Resize the Miniplayer: You can resize the miniplayer by dragging its corners.
- Close the Miniplayer: Tap the close button in the top right corner of the miniplayer.
Benefits of the New Miniplayer:
- Multitasking: You can watch videos while browsing other parts of the app, such as searching for new shows or checking your subscriptions.
- Improved User Experience: The new miniplayer is more intuitive and easier to use than the previous version.
- Flexibility: You can resize the miniplayer to fit your needs, whether you want a small window or a larger one.
Pixel Phone Bug: A Persistent Problem
Some Pixel phone users are experiencing a persistent notification bug with Google Assistant’s Quick Phrases. This feature allows you to quickly respond to calls and alarms using voice commands. However, for some users, the “Say Stop” or “Say Answer” notification remains on the screen even after the action has been completed.
How to Fix the Quick Phrases Bug:
- Restart Your Phone: This simple solution can often fix minor software glitches.
- Disable Quick Phrases: Go to the Google Assistant settings and turn off Quick Phrases.
- Force Stop the Google App: Go to your phone’s Settings app, find the Google app, and force stop it.
- Update the Google App: Make sure you have the latest version of the Google app installed.
While these workarounds may help, it’s best to wait for a permanent fix from Google. The company is aware of the issue and is working on a solution.
In the meantime, you can continue to use your Pixel phone, but you may need to manually dismiss the Quick Phrases notification.
Additional Tips for Pixel Phone Users:
- Keep Your Software Up-to-Date: Make sure your phone is running the latest version of Android and the Google app.
- Clear the Cache and Data of the Google App: This can help resolve minor software issues.
- Contact Google Support: If you’re still experiencing issues, you can contact Google support for further assistance.
