A passionate observer like you probably noticed that there was a USB port on the lower edge of your Google Pixel phone – Good eye! However, you probably do not use the USB-C port at its full potential. Let’s fix this.
Transfer files and photos more easily to a computer
If you are tired of waiting for the cloud services to download and download, the USB-C port of your Pixel offers a direct line to your computer. Just take a USB-C cable, connect it both to your phone and computer, and you can quickly drag and drop files, photos and videos in both directions. Whether you have a Windows PC or a Mac, it should be recognized.
Move files and photos to a USB player
You can also skip the attachment and use a USB player. We often think that USB training is for computers, but they also work with phones. You can connect a standard USB drive directly to your phone with an adapter, or simply get a USB-C player. Your pixel will recognize the reader, allowing you to browse, copy and move files as you would on a computer. This is particularly practical for large video files that would take eternity to transfer wirelessly.
Transfer files and photos between phones
Let us feel on the theme of the transfer of things. The USB-C port can simplify the file movement process between devices. Pixel phones are delivered with a USB-C to USB-C cable, which means you don’t need adapters. You can connect almost any phone directly to your pixel. This often allows faster and more reliable transfers compared to wireless methods.
Use wired headphones and devices
Although Bluetooth headphones are undeniably practical, sometimes wired is better. The USB-C port of your Pixel can connect to wired headphones with a cheap adapter for high fidelity audio. Beyond the audio, you can also connect other devices such as USB-C centers, keyboards and mice-they will almost always work transparently. This can transform your pixel into a mini-work post in a pinch.
Load accessories with your pixel
The battery of your pixel can be used for more than propagating. With the right cable (usually USB-C to USB-C), you can use your pixel to load other devices such as wireless headphones or even another phone. This inverted load function can be a life buoy when your other gadgets are at low power and a socket is not nearby. Just be careful not to leave your pixel without more juice.
Get a better vehicle screen with Android Auto
If your car supports it, the connection of your pixel via its USB-C port is the Android Auto bridge. This puts a more rationalized version of the interface of your phone on your car screen, providing you with easy access to navigation, music, calls, etc. It is a safer and more practical way to use your phone on the road, and Android Auto is much more pleasant than anything that the integrated infotainment system has come to your vehicle.
The capacities of a phone can be surprising when you start thinking more like a computer. The USB-C port of a Google Pixel phone can be just as versatile as that of a computer. Beyond obvious tasks such as transferring files and photos, it can do much more.
