From an operational standpoint, the Google Phone app has recently troubled a section of Pixel users, as they complain anything about the configuration of call interface, a problem emphasized recently with a slight update.
What Is The java That's Happening Now?
Some users report that the phone-call interface suddenly goes landscape when a call comes in. There is improper reach there to the options for 'End Call', 'Mute', or 'Activate Speaker'. All this becomes very inconvenient, especially for the ladies who tend to hold the phone portrait style.
User Input
Many users have taken to Reddit and other forums complaining about that inconvenience in the operation of the app on their devices. Some complaints said that, in emergencies, it takes longer to hang up a call since the button to do so has been shifted from its original location; others just feel Google must have applied the update with minimum testing.
Why Was This Changed?
Google is silent on this one, but apparently, the change would probably make sense if it were aimed at enhancing the screen interface for video callings. Nonetheless, having a toggle to bypass this would mean many users would consider it acceptable for landscape-mode calls. That is, if they didn't want their call interface in landscape, they'd be able to turn it off if they wished.
Possible Resolutions
Search through settings; others are trying to solve the problem somewhere in the orientation settings of the phone; however, no real solutions have come forward.
Put in feedback; logging the issue in the Pixel community or Support forum would probably favor a fix being issued in the coming updates.
Watch for updates; more likely, when new patches are released either through the system updates or Play Store, fixing this issue will be an issue during installation.
Expectations For The Future Of Google Pixel Users
Pixel users hope for an update giving orientation control very soon. As a user feedback driven company, we have a good chance of achieving a tangible solution in future.
At this moment, the company's Phone app is in the midst of confusing the call experience for the Pixel users. With much unexpected landscape mode and interface changes, many are getting vexed. However, users' feedback on the issue has begun to gain traction, implying that Google might be keen to sort it out anytime soon.
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