Android 14 has a storage bug affecting users with multiple profiles, causing them to be locked out of device storage and lose data. The bug, likened to ransomware, is not limited to specific devices and has received no response from Google despite over 350 replies on the issue tracker. Users are experiencing boot loops, error messages, and crashes due to the lack of local storage. It is recommended to always have backups of phone data, as phones are vulnerable to loss or damage. Google's handling of the bug, including the lack of halting the rollout and response, has been criticized.
Some Pixel 6 users are experiencing problems after updating to Android 14, including losing access to internal storage and encountering UI launcher crashes. The issues seem to affect users with multiple profiles set up on their devices. The Android 14 update, which launched alongside the Pixel 8 devices, introduced UI updates and customization options. Google has not yet responded to the reported issues.
Facebook users can now create multiple personal profiles with unique feeds and relevant content for each one, allowing for easier organization and tailored experiences. The feature, similar to Instagram's separate interest-based accounts, will roll out globally over the next few months. Certain features will only be available through the user's main profile, and additional personal profiles will only be available to eligible adult accounts. The move comes as Facebook aims to compete with other social media platforms and address a drop in users, but some remain skeptical about its long-term success.
Facebook now allows users to create up to four additional personal profiles, each with its own unique feed and content based on specific interests. The feature aims to help users organize their personal and professional relationships, as well as separate different aspects of their lives. However, certain features like Facebook Dating and Marketplace will not be available for secondary profiles initially, and messaging for additional profiles will only be accessible through the Facebook app and web. The feature is being rolled out globally over the coming months.
