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Pixel's Hidden Light: Unlock New Colors
21 Aug
Summary
- A new app allows the Pixel 11 Pro's HiLight feature to work with any app.
- Users can customize LED colors and patterns for custom notifications.
- Setting up the app requires downloading from GitHub and using Shizuku.
The Google Pixel 11 Pro's HiLight LED feature, designed for notifications, has been met with criticism for its limited out-of-the-box functionality. Initially restricted to favorite contacts and Gemini alerts with minimal customization, publications deemed it "pointless" or "borderline useless." A new third-party app, HiLight Studio, now aims to unlock its full potential.
Developed by @Dhananjay_Tech, HiLight Studio enables the HiLight LED to trigger for notifications from any application or when an app is launched. Users can personalize the LED's color and pattern. The app is available free of charge and without advertisements.
However, the setup process presents a hurdle. HiLight Studio is not available on Google Play; users must download it from GitHub and install the Shizuku app. The setup requires requesting access through Shizuku by locating the GitHub download. Additionally, the app needs manual restarting after each phone reboot.
Reactions on Reddit are mixed, with some users praising the enhanced functionality while others find the Shizuku requirement a dealbreaker. The hope remains that Google will eventually integrate these expanded capabilities directly into the Pixel's operating system.
