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Here’s how to enable battery percentage on Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro. You can see the battery percentage on the top right of your Google Pixel’s status bar. It will indicate the battery percentage remaining on your Google Pixel 8 and other devices. You can’t change Pixel devices’ battery indicator (Battery Style). Follow the below-given step-by-step process to show or hide battery percentage on the Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel 8 status bar.

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How to Enable the Battery Percentage on Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel 8

Step 1: Open the Settings app in your Pixel 8 series.

Step 2: Tap the Battery.

Step 3: Toggle on Battery Percentage.

Display the percentage of battery remaining on your Google Pixel status bar.

Turn On/Turn Off Battery Percentage in Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel 8

Settings > Battery > Turn Battery Percentage On/Off.

How to Add a Pixel Battery Widget to Home Screen

Step 1: Go to Settings > Battery.

Step 2: Tap the Battery Widget.

Step 3: Tap Add to the home screen.

You can see the battery widget on your Pixel home screen.

How to Show Battery Percentage on Lock Screen (Always-On-Display) Pixel 8 & Pixel 8 Pro

It will display the date, time, weather info, battery percentage, and fingerprint icon on the lock screen and Always-on display screen on your Google Pixel devices.

Step 1: Go to Settings.

Step 2: Scroll and tap the Display.

Step 3: Click the Lock screen in the Lock display section.

Step 4: Scroll to the end and ensure you toggle on Always Show time and info.

Battery percentage not showing on your lock screen (AOD lock screen) if turned off Always show time and info on your Pixel devices.

How to See Cycle Count on Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro

This feature is available on Pixel devices running Android 14 version.

Step 1: Open the Settings app.

Step 2: Find the About phone and tap it.

Step 3: Scroll and tap the Battery information in the device details section.

Step 4: You can see the Cycle count here. 

And that’s all. It is easy to show or hide the battery percentage in the Google Pixel status bar. Stay and connect with us for the latest Pixel tips and tricks.

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Here’s how to restart Samsung Galaxy S23, S23 Plus, and S23 Ultra 5G devices. You can restart Samsung S23 phone using the quick settings tiles’ power button, side key (Power Button), and the Bixby voice assistant. Restarting the Galaxy S23 device will close all background running processes and refresh the phone system, which can help improve your Samsung phone’s performance. 

To force restart your Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, S23+, and S23, tap and hold the side key and volume down buttons until your phone screen turns off. 

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4 Methods to Restart Samsung Galaxy S23, S23 Plus, S23 Ultra 5G

How to Restart Galaxy S23, S23+, S23 Ultra using Power Button in Quick Panel

Step 1: Swipe down the notification shade twice at the top and tap the Power icon.

You can see the Power off, Restart, and Emergency call options.

Step 2: Touch the Restart.

Step 3: Touch again to Restart to reboot your Samsung Galaxy S23 series.

Use the Side Key

Launch the Bixby when you long-press your Samsung phone’s side key (Power button). Ensure the side key is set as the power menu. Apply the steps below to use the side button to restart or turn off your Samsung phone.

Settings > Advanced features > Side key > Choose a Power off menu in the Press and Hold section.

Step 1: Press & hold the side key (Below the volume buttons) and tap the Restart in the power menu.

Step 2: Tap the Restart.

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Force Restart Samsung Phone using Side & Volume Down Buttons

Press & hold the side and volume down buttons for 10-15 seconds, and you’re phone screen turns off and turns on automatically.

Use Bixby to Restart Samsung S23 Ultra

Step 1: Launch the Bixby and Say Restart the phone.

Step 2: Bixby replied: Should I Restart it?

Step 3: Say Yes, or tap on Reboot to restart your Samsung phone automatically.

Easy to restart Galaxy S23 Ultra, S23 Plus, and S23 devices. Which of the above-given methods do you use to reboot your Samsung device? Tell us in the comment section.

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Are you annoyed by the phone saying Google keeps stopping error on Android Samsung? This type of error occurs due to the Google app or other Google services not working correctly, like Google service framework, Google Play services, Google Play Store, or other Google app issues. 

You can fix Google stopped working on Android by trying these solutions: Clear the cache in the Google app, update the Google app, uninstall the Google app update, check for software updates, disable or turn off the Google app, uninstall the Android System Webview updates, and more. 

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10 Ways to Fix Google Keeps Stopping Error on Android Phones

Note: Below is a screenshot of Google Pixel 6a running the Android 14 OS. The steps, menu, and other settings may differ based on your phone.

Restart your Phone

A simple phone restart sometimes fixes minor glitches on your Android device. Long-press the power button & touch the Restart button in the power menu to reboot your phone.

Clear Google App Cache and Data

Step 1: Open the Settings app.

Step 2: Tap the Apps > See all apps.

Step 3: Find the Google app and tap it.

Step 4: Tap the Storage & cache.

Step 5: Tap Clear cache.

To Clear Data on Google App: Settings > Apps > See all apps > Google App > Storage & cache > Clear storage > Clear All Data. It will delete all Google search data, including your device’s search history and feed settings.

• Clear Google App Cache on Samsung Galaxy: Settings > Apps > Google > Storage > Clear cache.

Check Software Update

Make sure your Android device is updated with the latest version.

Step 1: Open the Settings app.

Step 2: Find the System and tap it.

Step 3: Tap System update.

Step 4: Tap Check for update.

Your System is up-to-date if you have already installed the latest Android update.

Step 5: See the Download and Install button if an update is available.

• Check Software Update on Your Samsung: Settings > Software Update > Download and install.

Check Google App Update

Ensure your Google app is updated with the latest version.

Step 1: Long-press the Google app and tap the App info.

Step 2: At the end, tap the App details.

Step 3: Tap the Update button if the update is available.

• Google App Update on Samsung: Long-press the Google app > Tap the i icon > App details in store > Update.

Uninstall Google App Update

Step 1: Go to Settings > Apps > See all apps > Google.

Step 2: Tap the Menu (Three Vertical Dots) in the upper right corner.

Step 3: Tap Uninstall updates.

It will replace the Google app on your phone with the factory version. All data will be erased.

Step 4: Tap OK.

• Uninstall Google App Update on Samsung Phone: Settings > Apps > Google > Three vertical dots at the top right corner > Uninstall updates > OK.

Uninstall the Android System Webview Updates

Settings > Apps > See all apps > Android System Webview > Three Vertical dots at the top right > Uninstall updates > OK.

• Uninstall the Android System Webview Updates on Samsung Phone: Settings > Apps > Android System Webview > Three vertical dots at the top right > Uninstall updates > OK.

Force Stop Google App

It will stop all background running processes and other Google app activity on your Android phone.

Settings > Apps > See all apps > Google > Force Stop > OK.

• Force Stop Google App on Samsung Phone: Settings > Apps > Google > Force stop at the bottom right > OK.

Disable Google App

When you turn off the app on your Android phone, you turn this app off and hide it on your device.

Settings > Apps > See all apps > Google > Disable > Disable app.

• Disable Google App on Samsung Phone: Settings > Apps > Google > Disable at the bottom middle > Disable app.

Factory Reset your Android & Samsung Phone 

If none of the above solutions worked, reset your Android devices. It will remove all your phone data. Back up your data before the factory resets it. 

• Factory Reset Samsung Phone: Settings > General Management > Reset > Factory data reset > Reset > Unlock your Samsung phone > Delete all.

Contact Googel Support

Contact your phone manufacturer or Google support team if you still face issues.

End the list of troubleshooting methods to fix Google Keeps Stopping Error on Android devices. Which way worked for you? Please tell us in the comment section.

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Do you want to reboot your Android phone? This tutorial will show you different methods to restart your Android phone. To restart the phone, you can use the power button, power & volume down/up buttons, and Google Assistant or Bixby voice assistant on your devices. Different devices have slightly different settings to reboot your Andorid phone or tablet devices.

What Happens If I Reboot my Android Phone?

Restarting the Android device will stop all background running processes & apps, remove unnecessary memory, fix connectivity issues, improve your phone’s performance, and more.

Restarting a phone will automatically turn off your device and turn it back on.

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How to Restart Your Android Phone (Google Pixel Running Android 14)

• Long-press the power button until you view the power menu, and tap Restart to reboot your phone.

• Swipe down the notification shade twice from the top, tap the Power button icon at the bottom right corner, and touch the Resart to restart the phone.
• Press & hold the power and volume up buttons simultaneously for 30-35 seconds until your Android device forces restart your Android phone.

• Launch the Google Assistant & say “Restart the phone,” then tap the Restart in the power menu to restart your Android device.

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How to Restart Your Samsung Phone (Samsung Galaxy One UI 6.0 & One UI 5.1)

• Swipe down the notification panel twice at the top and touch the Power button icon at the top, tap Restart, then tap Restart to reboot your Samsung Galaxy.

• Long-press the side key (Power button) to view the power menu, tap Restart, then tap Restart. Ensure your side key settings are set as a Power menu when you press & hold it.
• Force Restart Samsung Phone: Long-press the power and volume down buttons simultaneously for 30-35 seconds to automatically turn on your phone.

• Launch the Bixby and say, “Restart the phone”. Bixby will ask you, Are you sure?, then say Yes to restart the Samsung phone.

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How to Restart Your OnePlus Phone (OnePlus Oxygen OS 13.1)

• Long-press the power & volume up button and move the slider to Restart to reboot your latest OnePlus Oxygen OS.
• Force Restet OnePlus: Press & hold the volume up and power button simultaneously for 25-30 seconds to automatically reboot your OnePlus device.

How to Restart your MotoRolla Phone

• Press & hold the power button for 20-25 seconds to reboot or force restart your Motorola device.

How to Restart your Sony Xperia

• Press & hold the power button to view the power menu & tap Restart to reboot your Sony Xperia.
• Force Restart Sony Xperia: Press & hold the power and volume up keys simultaneously until your device screen goes black. You can see reboot your Sony Xperia automatically.

And that’s all. Which Android Smartphone do you use? Which method do you use to restart your Android phone? Please share with us in the comment section.

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Here’s how to restart Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Galaxy Z Flip 4 5G. Restarting your Samsung phone will clear your device’s memory and stop background running apps or other processes. When you restart your Galaxy Z Flip, fixing several issues like connectivity issues, slowing your phone, crashing or freezing apps, and improving your phone’s performance will be helpful. Let’s see how to reboot a Samsung Z Flip 4 and Z Flip 5. 

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How to Restart Your Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Galaxy Z Flip 4 5G

Restarting your Samsung phone means turning it off and back on again.

Restart Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Z Flip 4 Using the Power Button in the Notification Panel

Step 1: Pull down the notification from the top twice.

Step 2: Press the Power button.

The Power off, Restart, and Emergency call buttons are here.

Step 3: Press the Restart.

Step 4: Tap the Restart to reboot your phone.

Using Power Button (Side Key)

By default, launch the Bixby when you long-press the side key (Power Key).

Step 1: Open the Settings app.

Step 2: Scroll down & tap the Advanced features.

Step 3: Tap the Power key.

Step 4: Select the Power off menu in the Press & hold section.

Step 5: Long-press the Side key to view the power menu.

Step 6: Tap the Restart > Restart.

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Using Volume Down & Power Button

Press & hold the volume down and power button simultaneously until you view the power menu.

Tap the Restart > Restart. 

Force Restart Samsung Z Flip 5 & Z Flip 4 Using Volume Down & Power Button

Long-press the power & volume down buttons simultaneously, even when you’re in the power menu on your phone. You can see the power off-screen, and your Samsung phone restart automatically.

End the list of methods to restart the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Z Flip 4. Which is your favorite method? Please share with us in the comment section below.

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Google is rolling out new features for all Pixel devices running Andorid 14 QPR1 Beta 1. If your Pixel devices installed the Android 14 Beta program, you can check the system update to get the new Android 14 QPR1 Beta 1. This Android 14 QPR1 Beta 1 features for Pixel devices include a unique lock screen clock style, a new effect when changing the wallpaper, suggestions before searching add to the Pixel launcher search preferences, cycle count in battery information, app aspect ratio, and continue using apps on your Google Pixel Fold.

Everything New in Android 14 QPR1 Beta 1 for Pixel Phones

You can manually check for system updates on your Google Pixel phone using the settings below.

Step 1: Open the Settings app.

Step 2: Scroll down & tap the System.

Step 3: Tap the System update.

Step 4: Tap the Check for update.

My Google Pixel 6a received an update of 376 MB.

Step 5: Tap the Download & install. 

Wait until you install the update on your Google Pixel devices.

Android 14 QPR1 Beta 1 Features for Pixel 7 Pro, Pixel 7, Pixel 7a, Pixel 6 Pro, Pixel 6, Pixel 6a, Pixel 5a 5G

1. New Lock Screen Clock Style

You can find the new Pixel lock screen clock style called the metro clock:

Step 1: Tap & hold the blank space on the home screen and tap Wallpaper & style. 

Step 2: Tap the Lock screen tab at the top left.

Step 3: Swipe to the right until you see the new clock style.

You can set the clock color and size. Lock your Pixel phone to see how it looks. 

2. Partial Effect when Changing the Wallpaper

Step 1: Long-press to the blank space on the home screen and tap the Wallpaper & style.

Step 2: Tap any wallpaper to see the partial effect.

3. Cycle Count in Battery Information

Settings > About phone > Battery information > Cycle count.

4. Suggestions Before Searching in Pixel Launcher

Step 1: Tap & hold the blank space on your Pixel home screen and tap the Home settings.

Step 2: Tap the Search preferences.

Step 3: You can see Suggestions before searching.

5. Change App Aspect Ratio

You can set the app usage screen as default, full screen, half screen, or 16:9. 

Note: I can’t find this setting on my Google Pixel 6a (India).

Step 1: Go to Settings.

Step 2: Tap the Apps.

Step 3: Tap the Aspect ratio.

Step 4: Choose from App default, Full screen, Half screen, or 16:9.

6. Continue Using Apps on Google Pixel Fold

You can see this setting if you have a Google Pixel Fold device.

Step 1: Go to Settings.

Step 2: Tap the Displays.

Step 3: Tap the Lock screen.

Step 4: Tap the Continue using apps on Fold and choose from Always, Only games, videos & more, or Never.

End the list of Android 14 QPR1 Beta 1 features for Google Pixel phones. Which is your favorite part? Please share with us in the comment section.

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