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Google Pixel 2 XL (CNET/CBS Interactive) Google's launch of the Pixel 2 XL of screen burn in on the handset's LG-made display began to surface. On Thursday, Google responded saying it's testing a software update to address the issue, but said the 'differential aging is in line with that of other premium smartphones' and shouldn't affect daily use. Screen burn in issues the weekend.
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Android Central's executive editor Alex Dobie on Twitter of the Pixel 2 XL's screen on Twitter, which shows the white navigation icons are still visible when the display should be a solid gray. Google responded shortly after that it was looking into the issue. Google's VP of product management Mario Queiroz on Thursday blog post: We're currently testing a software update that further enhances protections against this issue by adding a new fade-out of the navigation bar buttons at the bottom of the Pixel screen after a short period of inactivity. In addition, we're working with more apps to use a light navigation bar to match their app's color scheme. The update will also reduce the maximum brightness of the Pixel 2 XL by a virtually imperceptible 50 cd/m2 (nits), thereby significantly reducing load on the screen with an almost undetectable change in the observed brightness. Signs of Pixel 2 XL screen burn-in were apparent after a week of light use (Image: Alex Dobie/Twitter). Queiroz added ( The Verge) Google's investigation has 'given us confidence that our displays are as great as we hoped they would be, though we're also taking steps to address the concerns we've heard.'
It's not clear how many devices are effected by the burn-in issue, and if it's hardware or software related. Unlike the Pixel 2 XL, the smaller Pixel 2 uses a display made by Samsung. Early Pixel 2 XL users also complained of a narrow color gamut. Queiroz said another update will introduce a 'saturated color mode.' Queiroz wrote: The saturated mode puts the display into an unmanaged configuration, similar to how the Pixel 1 operates. The colors will be more saturated and vibrant, but less accurate (similar to most other smartphones which display more vibrant colors): we give consumers the option to choose the color saturation. Google said the 'saturated color mode' will be made available in an update in the coming weeks.
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• • • • • Taking a page out of the Tesla playbook, General Motors is offering a software update to equipped with, or Magnetic Ride Control if you’re up on GM trade names. This update can apply to models as old as 2014, which is the first model year of the Stingray, and those as new as 2016. Corvettes eligible for the update must be fitted with the fancy dampers.
That list includes 2014–2016 Stingrays fitted with the Z51 package, 2016 Stingrays (the first year Magnetic Ride Control was available to non-Z51 Vettes), and 2015–2016 Z06s, both with and without the Z07 package. Why might one want to do this? According to GM, Corvette owners will see an immediate change in both ride and handling, with improved response and a “greater feeling of balance.” More important, a Z07-equipped Z06 with the updates saw improved lap times: It was one second quicker around the company’s Milford Proving Ground road course, which means it should be good for a tick or two at your track. Our home track is Virginia International Raceway—you know, that place we go every year for.
Unfortunately, the data flash isn’t free of charge, as it is with running changes in Tesla’s software. Dealers will collect $350 for the update. • • • The update will not affect any vehicle warranty, and GM said that calibrations for additional models will come out at a later date.