I've had a love/hate relationship with Google's own Pixel phones over the years. Well, maybe love/hate is too strong a sentiment. Let's go with love/don't prefer instead. There's nothing I inherently hate about Pixel phones and there's a ton about the overall experience I truly do love and miss … [Read more...] about Why I wish Pixel phones would just go back to Snapdragon chips
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Pixel phones can now tell you how hot they are running
If you've owned a Pixel 6 or newer, you know the feeling you get when your phone starts to overheat. In one way or another, you've perhaps pushed the device a bit too hard, maybe gaming or shooting a long 4K video, and the back of your phone starts to feel like a hot plate. But how hot is actually … [Read more...] about Pixel phones can now tell you how hot they are running
Google is “enhancing” Now Playing on Pixel phones for an improved experience
Since it's introduction years ago, the Now Playing feature on Pixel phones has always been a crowd favorite. Every time it magically identifies songs playing around me, I'm still a bit blown away by how well it can identify tunes in so many environments. Though it's not been upgraded in a while, … [Read more...] about Google is “enhancing” Now Playing on Pixel phones for an improved experience
Pixel Phone app real-time Scam Detection is rolling out in Beta
Remember that awesome real-time Scam Detection feature Google demoed at I/O 2024 back in May? Well, it's finally rolling out to Google's phones from Pixel 6 and newer - in the beta version of the Google Phone app, anyway. This is a pretty big-time addition to the Pixel's anti-spam arsenal, and it's … [Read more...] about Pixel Phone app real-time Scam Detection is rolling out in Beta
Google Pixel phone sales see their best-ever quarter with Pixel 9 launch
Google's Pixel phones have been making more waves than usual of late, and a new report from Counterpoint Research (via Android Authrority) gives us a glimpse into just how well they're doing. While still a small player in the US smartphone market, Google achieved a record 4% share of phones shipped … [Read more...] about Google Pixel phone sales see their best-ever quarter with Pixel 9 launch
Get a like-new Pixel phone for less: Google launches Certified Refurbished Program
Google just launched a new "Certified Refurbished Phone program," and it's bringing some serious value to the table. If you've had your eye on a Pixel but weren't thrilled about the price tag, now's your chance to snag one for up to 40% off exclusively at the Google Store. This is big news for Pixel … [Read more...] about Get a like-new Pixel phone for less: Google launches Certified Refurbished Program
You can now magically hand off music from select Pixel phones to the Pixel Tablet
Google's magical tap-to-cast feature that was teased back at CES 2024 is finally arriving on select Pixel phones and the Pixel Tablet. This new feature allows you to effortlessly transfer music back and forth between your Pixel phone and Pixel Tablet by just moving your phone close to the tablet. A … [Read more...] about You can now magically hand off music from select Pixel phones to the Pixel Tablet
Android 15 is officially headed to Pixel phones in October
The latest update from the Android Beta Program has dropped a pretty major hint about the official release date for Android 15. A splash screen on the latest update clearly mentions that users waiting for the stable Android 15 update should ignore this latest Beta update until Android 15 becomes … [Read more...] about Android 15 is officially headed to Pixel phones in October
Cast volume controls for speaker groups finally coming back on Pixel phones
Google's latest Android 15 Beta 2 release brought a slew of anticipated features, but the real surprise was the quiet return of the cast volume controls for speaker groups for Pixel users. You might recall that this feature was abruptly stripped away a few years ago due to a legal case with Sonos, … [Read more...] about Cast volume controls for speaker groups finally coming back on Pixel phones
‘Extra dim’: Why your Google Pixel phone’s outdoor brightness probably sucks and how to fix it
I don't go outside often, but when I do, I make sure to enjoy some sun. Unfortunately, my Pixel 6 Pro can't exactly do the same, and often looks pretty dark in direct sunlight. It's really not that great at outdoor viewing to begin with, but I realized something today that I keep doing and figured I … [Read more...] about ‘Extra dim’: Why your Google Pixel phone’s outdoor brightness probably sucks and how to fix it
You may soon be able to get your Pixel phone repaired at Best Buy
Dealing with a broken smartphone is never a pleasant experience. For many Google Pixel users, that experience has felt a bit like a nightmare with Google's fairly poor track record of correcting issues and problems that arise with their own Pixel-branded hardware. But things may be changing on that … [Read more...] about You may soon be able to get your Pixel phone repaired at Best Buy
Score big and save $250 on Google’s best Pixel phone
Yes, we are insanely excited about the upcoming Pixel Fold. Yes, the Google Pixel 7a is a solid device and easily one of the best phones you can buy under $500. That said, the Pixel 7 Pro is still my absolute favorite flagship device and seven months later, the Phone by Google still stands up to the … [Read more...] about Score big and save $250 on Google’s best Pixel phone