Bug: Pixel Launcher device search replaced by Google app [U] - 9to5Google
Google News • 12/13/2025 – 12/15/2025
Summary
A bug in the Pixel Launcher has caused the device search feature to be replaced by the Google app, according to 9to5Google. The issue affects users' ability to access device-specific search functionalities.
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Lindy Score Breakdown (V4.2)
78d
Age
1
Sources
from cluster
1824
Hours Since Seen
Final Score0/100
CategoryAntiLindy
StatusArchived
Recency Multiplier0% (0.5^1824/48)
Hero EligibleNo
Score is 0 because recency decay (0.5^1824/48 = 0.000000) reduced it below 0.5
Score BreakdownRisk 50
Source Reputation: Low-trust source (6/20 pts)
Consensus: Single source - no independent confirmation yet
Age: 77 days - proven survivor
Stories gain Lindy status through source reputation, network consensus, and time survival.
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