Google Pixel users seek customization and notification control

Google Pixel users are finding ways to bypass system limitations regarding display customization and unwanted notifications.

To address the rigid 'At a Glance' feature on Pixel devices, which offers limited information on the always-on display, the third-party application 'Always On AMOLED' allows for greater personalization. Users can customize clock styles, wallpapers, music controls, and information widgets, though this flexibility may impact battery life and requires specific permissions.

Separately, users have reported receiving unsolicited promotional notifications for new hardware via the 'My Pixel' app (formerly Pixel Tips). While the app was designed for tutorials and assistance, it has begun sending advertisements for Google Store products. Users can manage these interruptions through Android notification settings by disabling specific categories such as 'new products and offers' while keeping functional updates active.