Michael Brown

Engineer
Exploring the intersection of Web, AI, & Technology 🌐
Mobile Ecosystems | Cloud Architecture | Creative Tech

[Michael Brown @michaelbtech_]

Introducing Frames for Pixel™, a screenshot mockup tool made for Pixel fans, by a Pixel fan.

Check out Frames for Pixel™ in the Google Play Store. https://t.co/IVDiQLE8ep

[Eden @EdenKollcinaku]

Pixel Habit Tracker is officially live on the Google Play Store!

from the beginning, i was heavily inspired by Google's Material 3 Expressive and always thought "why would no developer apply this design system to their apps?"

it's the first-ever habit tracker with M3E! i am so proud!

download the app and try it yourself:
https://t.co/qItuPrIxlW

consider buying me a coffee 😝:
https://t.co/ptU8JhPj8a

@GoogleDesign @materialdesign @GooglePlay @AndroidDev @Android @Google

[Michael Brown @michaelbtech_]

What's it's like being a green bubble...

[Michael Brown @michaelbtech_]

@pixeluibygoogle @Android @Google @AndroidDev @ssamat @madebygoogle @GooglePlay I agree, but it's not the end of the world if they do or don't.

[Michael Brown @michaelbtech_]

@pixeluibygoogle @Android @AndroidDev @ssamat @madebygoogle That's because Material Design isn't a rule like Liquid Glass is. It's a guide.

[Mishaal Rahman @MishaalRahman]

🤝 Android is making it easier to share, switch, and connect securely

Sharing is hard when not everybody has the same phone as you, which is why we're introducing new ways to stay connected regardless of what device you or your friends use.

Here's what we're bringing 🧵

[Michael Brown @michaelbtech_]

@EdenKollcinaku If you need testers I'd be happy to test

[Rick Osterloh @rosterloh]

Starting today, end-to-end encrypted RCS messaging begins rolling out for Android and iPhone users. 🔒 A huge thank you to the teams that have been working for years to bring you a more secure, private way to communicate – regardless of your device. Terrific milestone!

[Michael Brown @michaelbtech_]

New subtle M3 Expressive updates coming to the Frames for Pixel app just before Google I/O.

I'll publish my write-up on it once it's released on the Play Store. Let me know what you think.

Frames for Pixel app: https://t.co/IVDiQLE8ep

[Jorge Castillo @JorgeCastilloPr]

Someone finally made Claude understand Android UI. The Material Design 3 Skill:

- Generates proper Material 3 code
- 30+ components covered
- Web, Flutter, Compose
- Built-in MD3 audit scoring
- All latest expressive updates

If you care about design systems, this is a must.

[Michael Brown @michaelbtech_]

As always! I'd love to hear your feedback, feature requests, and more. Head to Settings > Feedback to report a bug, provide feedback, or simply share a feature request within the Frames for Pixel app.
https://t.co/IVDiQLE8ep

[Michael Brown @michaelbtech_]

Frames for Pixel Update Drop! 🥳🎉

What's new?

- Frames Pro users can now use Text within their frame! Add your own watermark, caption, or just fun text with a few options of fonts.

- No more Google Form. Now just share your feedback within the app

https://t.co/IVDiQLE8ep

[Michael Brown @michaelbtech_]

Frames for Pixel Update Drop! 🥳🎉

What's new?

- Frames Pro users can now use Text within their frame! Add your own watermark, caption, or just fun text with a few options of fonts.

- No more Google Form. Now just share your feedback within the app

https://t.co/IVDiQLE8ep

[Michael Brown @michaelbtech_]

@evowizz 100% yes to this!

[Michael Brown @michaelbtech_]

@JorgeCastilloPr Newbie Android Dev here ✋🏾

Just launched my first app https://t.co/IVDiQLE8ep

[Michael Brown @michaelbtech_]

Performance Check-in: 🚀 How’s your Pixel performing lately?

Are you experiencing smooth operation, or are there any areas where you’d prefer to see even more performance?

[Michael Brown @michaelbtech_]

Pixel's At A Glance widget has a lot of useful features that a lot of people don't know about.

Take, "Cross Device Timer" for example. You can tell Gemini on your Nest Hub or Google Nest Mini to set a timer and the time will also show up on your Pixel Homescreen.

[Michael Brown @michaelbtech_]

How often do you contribute in Google Maps?

I used to be incredibly consistent. I plan on doing better at it now that there's rumors for addition features to remove friction.

[Michael Brown @michaelbtech_]

So like has X gotten better or are people just resilient on using this platform?

[Michael Brown @michaelbtech_]

@evowizz It's pretty solid. A few things need some touchups but it's got good bones 😁

[Michael Brown @michaelbtech_]

Pixel 6a is getting getting the April Android security updates.

My Pixel Pro Fold isn't because it's currently on Android 17 beta for testing my app.