"With numerous Google Pixel models available, you may be wondering if now is the best time to upgrade and switch to a new phone. Perhaps a better question to ask is how you can optimize your current device to make it last longer. Like any Pixel phone, the best features often aren't enabled by default. I've tested generations of Google Pixel phones, and to achieve the best user experience, you almost always have to do some digging and research."
"That's why I've done the hard work for you and gathered the best, most effective tips below, all of which are based on a Pixel 9a running Android 15 and 16. Depending on which Pixel model and Android version you're using, the exact menu locations may vary slightly, but the settings themselves are widely available across recent Pixel generations. 1. Enable Smooth Display Pixels continue to ship with a brilliant Actua 120Hz OLED screen set to a more conservative 60Hz by default. It's fine for battery conservation, but if you want buttery-smooth scrolling and animations that show off the screen's full potential, turn on Smooth Display. Also: Why my favorite Google Pixel phone update is an old-fashioned feature done right Go to Settings > Display > Smooth Display and toggle it on. You'll immediately notice a boost in responsiveness when scrolling through social feeds or navigating the UI."
Many Google Pixel features are disabled by default and require enabling for optimal performance. Available options include increasing the display refresh rate, optimizing battery life, and enabling gesture shortcuts. Smooth Display unlocks the Actua 120Hz OLED potential by switching from the default 60Hz for smoother scrolling and animations. Quick Tap enables double-tap back gestures to trigger customizable actions but is disabled by default. The exact menu locations vary by Pixel model and Android version, though the settings themselves are widely available across recent Pixel generations, including devices running Android 15 and 16.
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