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Google Resolves ‘Missing Contacts’ Woes for Google Pixel and Samsung Users
Several users of Google Pixel and Samsung smartphones have reported a disconcerting issue whereby their contacts have mysteriously disappeared from their Android devices.
Google has provided an update on the issue, acknowledging the existence of a bug within Google Contacts that caused contact data to be absent for certain Android and web users. However, the tech giant clarified that this was a data access issue and assured users that no contact data was directly affected. Google has since rolled out a bug fix to address the problem for affected users.
How to Resolve the Missing Contacts Problem
To resolve the missing contacts problem, Google recommends users manually sync their contacts to their Android devices via the Google Contacts sync feature. This can be done by navigating to the device’s Settings app, selecting Google, then tapping on Settings for Google apps. From there, users should choose Google Contacts sync, check the sync status, and tap the sync arrow to initiate the sync process. Another option to resolve the issue and retrieve contact data is to refresh contacts.google.com in a web browser. This can help rectify the problem.
Impacted users have reported opening the Google Contacts app on their Android devices only to find the alarming message, “No contacts in this account.” Fortunately, all contacts still appear intact when accessed online at contacts.google.com, albeit with a slightly diminished user experience on mobile devices.
“We have fully rolled out a bug fix for affected users.
Users can manually sync contacts to their Android device via Google Contacts sync (open your device’s Settings app > Google > Settings for Google apps > Google Contacts sync > Status > tap Sync arrow) or refresh contacts.google.com in their web browser for the fix to take effect and see their contact data.”
In a statement to 9to5Google
While attempts to restore or re-sync contacts have proven ineffective for some users, others have found success by navigating to the Settings app, selecting Passwords & accounts, then their [@gmail.com address], followed by Account sync, and finally toggling the Contacts option.
It remains uncertain whether this issue is directly related, but it’s worth noting that Google recently made changes with version 23.20+ of Play services. These changes stipulated that disabling sync with Google Contacts would remove previously synced contacts from Android phones. The current missing contacts problem users are facing may be connected to this underlying alteration.
Numerous reports of this issue have surfaced within the past day, primarily among users of various Google Pixel models spanning different generations. The problem does not appear to be tied to a specific operating system version, including the recently released Android 13 QPR3 update. Interestingly, there have also been reports from Samsung and other original equipment manufacturer (OEM) device users, indicating that this is potentially a broader issue associated with Google Play services.
Google is expected to continue investigating the matter and will likely release further updates or instructions for affected users to resolve the missing contacts problem on their Android devices.
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Realme is ready to launch a new pair of wireless earbuds called the Buds Air 7 Pro. These earbuds will launch on April 23 along with the upcoming GT 7 smartphone. The Buds Air 7 Pro aims to bring top-level features to the TWS segment, including powerful sound, high-quality noise cancellation, and long battery life.
Realme Buds Air 7 Pro Specifications
The Buds Air 7 Pro will come with dual dynamic drivers. These promise better sound quality and clearer separation across different audio levels. One of the standout features is its 53dB deep-sea-grade noise cancellation system. This system uses adaptive algorithms to block out more background noise for a better listening experience.
Realme says the earbuds can last up to 48 hours with the charging case. The design is similar to the earlier Buds Air 7 model. It has an in-ear fit and a stem-based shape. The case now has an opaque finish instead of the transparent lid seen in the previous version. The Buds Air 7 Pro will come in four colors – white, red, green, and grey.
The Buds Air 7 Pro builds upon the base set by the Buds Air 7, which launched in February. The older model featured 12.4mm titanium-plated drivers and a copper voice coil. It also supported LHDC 5.0 for high-resolution audio streaming at 96kHz/1000kbps. Users could adjust sound settings using the Realme Link app.
Realme also added strong noise cancellation in the Buds Air 7 with 52dB Intelligent Deep Sea Noise Reduction 3.0. It had six microphones and AI-based call noise reduction for better voice clarity. The earbuds also included 3D Spatial Audio and tuning options for high, mid, and low frequencies based on the user’s liking.
The Buds Air 7 had an IP55 rating for water and dust resistance and passed several durability tests. It supported Bluetooth 5.4 and features like dual device pairing, 45ms low-latency mode, and Swift Pair for Windows. All these made it a great option in the premium TWS category.
Edited by: Akash Ramsakha
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A new OnePlus tablet has been spotted on the FCC certification website. The device carries the model number OPD2408. While the listing does not reveal any of its specifications, it has started a wave of speculation. Many believe this could be a rebranded version of the Oppo Pad 4 Pro which was launched in China just a week ago.
OnePlus and Oppo are sister brands under the same parent company. They have a history of rebranding devices, especially tablets. So if OnePlus decides to follow this trend again, it would not be a surprise. However, it’s important to note that this is still just a rumor and has not been confirmed by the company. If the guess turns out to be true the new tablet might be called the OnePlus Pad 3 Pro. It will likely join the Pad 3 which was officially announced in December as part of the OnePlus tablet lineup.
As for the expected features, if it is indeed a rebranded Oppo Pad 4 Pro, the tablet could come with a large 13.2-inch LCD display with a resolution of 2400 by 3392 pixels. It might also support a 144 Hz refresh rate and brightness of 900 nits, Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, and could be available in three RAM options — 8 GB, 12 GB and 16 GB, storage may include 256 GB and 512 GB using the fast UFS 4.0 technology, a 13 MP rear camera, and an 8 MP front-facing camera. It may also come with a large 12,140 mAh battery, which supports 67W wired charging.
Edited by: Akash Ramsakha
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Nothing has released Nothing OS 3.0 April update for the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus. The update comes with the build number PacmanPro-V3.0-250410-1524-IND and has a size of 211 MB.
One of the highlights of this update is the introduction of the Nothing Gallery. However, there are no big changes to it, as the app was already available earlier through the Google Play Store. This update might have only brought some optimizations to make it smoother.
Another new feature is a shortcut to quickly Clear All apps. Now, users can long-press and swipe up in the Recent Apps menu to clear all running apps. It’s worth noting that this feature had already come earlier through a Nothing Launcher update.
To improve security, Nothing has added a power-off password verification feature. This prevents someone from immediately turning off the phone if it is lost. You can find this option by searching “Power off verify” in the Settings menu.
The update also brings a new toggle that lets users disable the unlock vibration on the lock screen. You can change this setting by adjusting the touch feedback options.
In addition, the design of the pop-up view has been optimized to make it look and work better. The phone also receives the latest April 2025 security patch, helping to keep it safe from new threats.
Lastly, Nothing has worked on improving system stability and has fixed an issue where emergency dialing could fail in rare cases in certain areas.
Overall, this update brings important improvements and security updates, even though some features were already available earlier. Users are advised to install it for a better and safer experience.
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