Will Linux phones become a viable alternative to the Android/iOS duopoly?
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PixelBoard is a modified version of Google's Gboard app that brings the highly sought-after Rambler voice typing feature to any Android device, regardless of whether it runs on a Pixel phone or not. This app does not require users to unlock their device's root access, making it accessible to the average Android user.
The creator of PixelBoard, Akshay Kadam, sourced his inspiration from Jason Wu's Gboard patch project and utilized it to develop this innovative workaround. By doing so, Kadam has successfully enabled the Rambler voice typing and writing tools within Gboard, which were previously exclusive to Pixel 11 devices.
Kadam has also assured users that the app will receive regular updates as new versions of Gboard are rolled out by Google. This ensures that PixelBoard will continue to provide access to these advanced features even as Google updates its popular keyboard app. As a result, Android users can now enjoy the same level of typing efficiency and convenience that Pixel 11 users have come to appreciate.
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