"With so many Google Pixel models out in the wild, you may be wondering if now is the best time to upgrade and switch phones. 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 a bit of 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."
Many Google Pixel phones include hidden settings that significantly enhance display smoothness, battery life, and gesture controls. Pixels often ship with 120Hz panels limited to 60Hz by default; enabling Smooth Display restores higher refresh rates for smoother scrolling and animations. Quick Tap allows a double-tap on the phone's back to trigger customizable actions but must be enabled. The guidance derives from testing on a Pixel 9a running Android 15 and 16, and most recent Pixel models offer comparable capabilities. Exact menu locations vary by model and Android version, but the settings are widely available across recent Pixel generations.
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