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Changing these 10 settings on my Pixel phone gave it a nice performance boost


Pixel phones are packed with smart features by default - but adjusting a few key settings can elevate your experience even further.

The Pixel's Quick Tap feature lets you double-tap anywhere on the back of the phone to trigger customizable actions -- but it's not enabled by default. The next time Now Playing comes up short, tap the lock screen icon to send that audio fingerprint to Google Search for a second opinion. The Pixel Launcher can surface app suggestions based on personal context like location, time of day, and your usage habits.

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