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By default, safe mode is hidden on your Google Pixel device. In this tutorial, I’ll teach you how to enable or disable safe mode in Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro. When you turn on safe mode Google Pixel 8 and other Pixel devices, you can access only system default apps. All third-party apps are disabled until turned off safe mode. 

Power Off or Restart your device to turn off safe mode Google Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro, and other Pixel devices.

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How to Enable or Disable Safe Mode on Your Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro

Safe mode helps check any downloaded app causing problems on your Pixel phone, like app crashes or freezes, slowing down your Pixel, etc. Let’s see the process to put Google Pixel 8 in safe mode.

Enable Safe Mode in Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro When Powerd On Phone

Long-press the power button until you view the power menu.

Press the Power off button to see the Reboot to Safe mode pop-up on your Google Pixel phone and tap OK.

When you turn on your Pixel device, you can view the safe mode icon at the bottom left corner.

This will turn off all downloaded applications you have installed on your Pixel. Check if your Pixel is facing any issues in safe mode. If facing the problem, it means any hardware or software glitch. If you don’t face any problem in safe mode, any third-party app is causing the problem on your phone. Exit safe mode and delete the recently installed apps one by one until you find the app causing the trouble. After removing the app, re-install other apps from the Play Store.

Turn On Pixel in Safe Mode When Turn Off the Phone

Ensure that you turn off your Google Pixel device. Tap & hold the power button until the Google logo animation starts. 

Now, release the power button & long-press the volume down key until the safe mode appears in your Pixel.

How to Turn Off Safe Mode (Disable Safe Mode) on Google Pixel: Pixel 8 & Pixel 8 Pro

Restarting or Powering off your Google Pixel device will turn off safe mode on your Google Pixel devices. Long-press the power button and tap Restart or power off to get rid of the safe mode.

And that’s it. Have you ever needed to boot your Google Pixel into safe mode? If yes, please share your issue with us in the comment section.

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FAQs:

Where is Safe Mode in Pixel 6?

Safe mode is hidden on your Pixel. When you enable it, the safe mode symbol is displayed at the bottom left corner of the Pixel devices.

What Does Safe Mode Actually Do?

Safe mode checks if any third-party app is causing the problem on your Android devices, like app crashes or freezes, slowing your Android device, etc.

What Does Emergency Mode Do on Google Pixel?

Google Pixel emergency mode is helpful for alerts in different situations. It will share your location and update your emergency contacts about Car crash detection, Crisis alerts, Emergency SOS (Press the power key 5 times or more or Call 112), medical information, etc.

Are you frustrated by app crashes or freezing issues on your Google Pixel devices? In this tutorial, I’ll explain how to fix app crashes on Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro, like Google Maps (While Car Ride), Snapchat, Spotify, Camera, etc. Check for app updates, clear the app cache & data, system update, or use safe mode to find that the third-party app is causing the problem on your Pixel devices. You can check the Reddit forum for Google Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel 8 issues users face. 

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How to Fix App Crashes on Your Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro

Long-press the power button and tap the Restart button in the power menu to restart your Google Pixel device to fix the app randomly crashes issue.

Check for System Update

Ensure your Pixel has installed the latest software update.

To check for system update, go to Settings > System > Software updates > System update > Check for update. Download and install the update if available on your Pixel.

Check App Update

Check if that app update is available on your Pixel.

To check for app updates, go to Settings > System > Software updates > App updates > See details > Tap Update if available.

Clear App Cache & Data

You can clear app cache and data to fix app freezing or crashing problems on your Google Pixel devices.

To clear the app cache, go to Settings > Apps > See all apps > Select the app > Storage & cache > Clear cache. It will remove the temporary app’s data from your phone.

To clear app data, go to Settings > Apps > See all apps > Select the app > Storage & cache > Clear data or Clear storage > Delete. It will permanently delete the app’s data.

Force Stop App

If suddenly the app misbehaves, you can try to force-stop that app. It will stop all app processes on your phone.

To force stop any app, go to Settings > Apps > See all apps > Select the app > Force stop > OK.

Factory Reset

If none of the above-given methods solve your Pixel app crash issue, reset your Pixel device to factory default settings. Back up your data before factory resetting your phone. It will delete all the phone’s data.

End the possible solutions to fix app crash issues on any Google Pixel devices. If you need help, please share it with us in the comment section.

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Here’s how to power off Samsung S22, S22 Plus, S22 Ultra. When you power off or turn off your Samsung Galaxy S22 device, it will stop all background running apps and processes and shut down the phone. You can use the power button in the quick panel, side key, Bixby voice, and power & volume buttons to switch off your Samsung devices. Check out the methods.

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How to Power Off Your Samsung S22, S22 Plus, and S22 Ultra 5G

Use the Power Button in the Quick Panel

Swipe down from the top of the screen and tap the Power button beside the settings gear icon to view the power menu.

Tap the Power off. Tap again to power off your phone.

Use the Power and Volume Down Buttons

Long-press the power and volume buttons at the same time until the power menu appears.

Tap the Power Off > Power Off. 

How to Turn Off Samsung S22 Using Side Key (Power Key)

Make sure to side key settings set as a power menu when you long-press the side key (Power Key) on your Samsung phone.

Open the app drawer & tap the Settings app.

Scroll down and tap Advanced features. Tap the Side key. 

Choose a Power off menu in the Press & hold section.

Turn off your Samsung using the Side key: Long-press the side key (Power Key) > Power Off > Power Off.

Use Bixby Voice Assistant

This method is helpful to turn off your Samsung without touching the screen.

Launch the Bixby and say Power off the phone or turn off the phone.

You can see the Reboot and Power Off options on your Samsung screen.

Say Power Off to shut down your Samsung Galaxy devices.

End the ways to power off your Samsung Galaxy devices. Which is your favorite method to restart or turn off your Samsung phone? Please share with us in the comment section.

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Here’s how to set up and use face unlock on Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro. You can unlock your Pixel 8 series to view your face. Find face unlock (Facial Recognition) settings in the security & privacy settings of the Pixel devices. One drawback is your Pixel phone is unlocked by someone who looks the same, like a sibling. Ensure you wear the eyeglasses when you set up face unlock on Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro.

You can use face unlock on your Google Pixel 8 series for banking apps, NFC transactions, Google Wallet, and app sign-in. Let’s see how to set up facial recognition to unlock your Google Pixel devices.

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How to Set Up Face Unlock on Your Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro

Tap the Settings app in your Pixel app drawer.

Scroll down and tap Security & privacy.

Tap Device unlock.

Tap the Face & Fingerprint unlock.

If you don’t have a screen lock, you must set it up with a Password, PIN, or Pattern.

Tap Face unlock.

Tap the I Agree > Start.

Hold your Pixel at eye level and center your face in the circle to set up Face Unlock. Then, tilt your face up and down until the face is added, or complete the process with tiles. 

Tap Done.

You can use your face to unlock your Google Pixel 8 device. Also, use face or fingerprint unlock to unlock your phone and verify it’s you in the app’s settings.  

How to Set Up Fingerprint on Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro

Set up a fingerprint scanner to unlock your Pixel device using your fingerprint. Add multiple fingerprints to your Pixel phone. Fingerprint security is more secure compared to face unlock.

Settings > Security & privacy > Device unlock > Face & Fingerprint unlock > Fingerprint unlock > Follow the on-screen instructions> Done.

FAQs:

Will the Pixel 8 have Facial Recognition?

Yes, Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro support face unlock. You can unlock your phone using just your face. To set up face recognition, go to Settings > Security & privacy > Device unlock > Face & Fingerprint unlock > Face unlock > Follow the On-screen instructions> Done.

Can I Use Face Unlock to Lock Apps on Google Pixel 8 Pro?

Now, you can’t lock or unlock the app using face unlock or fingerprint scanner on your Google Pixel devices.

And that’s all. Which lock screen security do you use for your Google Pixel devices? Please tell us in the comment section below.

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Do you want to set a custom notification sound on your Google Pixel devices? Here’s how to change the notification sound in Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro devices. Using the notification tone you set on your device, you can know who is messaging you without checking your Pixel device. You can choose a default notification tone or your phone gallery (Downloaded sounds).

Some Pixel 8 Pro users can’t change the notification sound issues on Reddit. If your Pixel device faces this issue, make sure your Pixel watch disconnects from your phone to fix it. 

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How to Change Notification Sound in Your Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro

Follow the below settings to change the Google Pixel 8 notification sound:

Swipe down from the screen’s top twice to open the quick settings panel & tap the Settings gear icon at the bottom right.

Tap Settings > Sound & vibration.

Scroll down and tap Default notification sound. You can see the default Pixel notification sound categories like Pixel sounds, Gems, Classical harmonies, Natural elements, etc.

Tap My Sounds to select a custom notification tone.

Tap the + icon at the bottom right.

Choose an audio file, or any downloaded notification sound from your device.

Select a notification sound and tap Save at the upper right corner.

How to Change the Notification Sound in Google Pixel (Default Notification Sound)

Settings > Sound & vibration > Default Notification sound > Tap any Category > Choose a Notification sound.

How to Change Text Message Sound on the Google Pixel: Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro

Using the settings below, you can set or change text notification sound on Pixel 8 and other Pixel devices (Running Android 14).

Open the Messages app (Google Messages) in your Pixel > Profile icon at the top right corner > Message settings > Notifications > Behaviour, sound & more > Incoming messages > Sound > Tap any category > Choose a notification sound for the messaging app.

How to Set Different Notification Sounds for Different Apps on the Pixel 8 Pro

Settings > Apps > See all apps > Choose the App you want to change the notification sound > Notifications > Tap Notifications > Sound > Tap any category > Select a notification sound.

And that’s all. Easy to set custom notification sound on Google Pixel devices. If you have any queries, let us know in the comment section.

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Do you want to set any song as a ringtone on your Google Pixel devices? In this tutorial, I’ll teach you how to set a custom ringtone on Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro. You can change the ringtone on Pixel 8 Pro from the default phone ringtones or choose a mp3 song or audio file from your phone.

You can assign the ringtone to individual contacts in Pixel 8 and other devices to identify the caller’s name without viewing it on the screen. Also, download Pixel 8 ringtones to your device.

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How to Set Custom Ringtone on Your Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro

Make sure to ringtone, mp3 songs, or audio files download to your Pixel phone to set your Pixel 8 custom ringtone:

Swipe to the top to access the quick settings panel & tap the Settings gear icon at the bottom right corner.

Tap the Settings > Sound & vibration.

Tap the Phone ringtone. You can see the default Pixel ringtones category like Pixel sounds, Gems, Natural elements, Classical harmonies, etc.

Tap My Sounds to select a custom audio file.

Tap the + icon at the bottom right.

Choose an audio file or any mp3 song from your Google Pixel device.

Select a phone ringtone you recently added and tap Save at the top right corner.

How to Change Ringtone on Pixel 8 Pro using Default Pixel Sounds

Settings > Sounds & Vibration > Phone Ringtone > Tap any Category > Choose a Ringtone you want to set.

How to Set a Song as Ringtone for a Specific Contact on Google Pixel: Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro

You can set a different ringtone for each contact on your Pixel devices using the settings below.

Open the Contacts app.

Tap any Contact you want to assign a ringtone.

Tap Three vertical dots (More) at the upper right corner and tap Set ringtone.

Tap My Sounds and select the ringtone from your phone.

Select a ringtone and tap Save at the top right corner.

And that’s all. Do you use a custom ringtone on your Google Pixel device? Stay with us for the latest Pixel 8 tips and tricks.

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