If you miss the days of dedicated notification LEDs, you are going to love the latest Android leak. The team at 9to5Google recently tore down Android 17 Beta 4 and uncovered a feature explicitly branded as Pixel Glow. According to the code, this new hardware capability uses subtle lights on the … [Read more...] about The leaked new ‘Pixel Glow’ feature looks awesome for both phones and laptops
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The Pixel 10a just dropped to $449, but here’s why you should buy the Pixel 10 instead
Google’s new Pixel 10a is currently getting its first real discount, dropping to $449 at Best Buy. And while a $50 discount on a month-old phone is usually a great reason to hit the buy button, there is a catch this time around. The flagship Pixel 10 is also currently on sale for $549, and that $100 … [Read more...] about The Pixel 10a just dropped to $449, but here’s why you should buy the Pixel 10 instead
There are some great Pixel 10a pre-order offers right now: Here are my 2 favorite deals
Google has officially opened up pre-orders for its latest mid-range smartphone, the Pixel 10a, at several retailers ahead of its full retail launch on March 5th. If you have already decided that you want to secure your new phone, there are a few excellent pre-order incentives floating around, if you … [Read more...] about There are some great Pixel 10a pre-order offers right now: Here are my 2 favorite deals
Google officially launches the Pixel 10a: Everything you need to know
Google officially pulled back the curtain on the Pixel 10a this morning, announcing its latest A-series device with a starting price of $499. The announcement confirms a completely revamped flat design, battery upgrades, and the same Tensor G4 chip/8GB RAM combo that we saw in the Pixel 9a. And … [Read more...] about Google officially launches the Pixel 10a: Everything you need to know
Pixel 10a specs leaked by carrier ahead of Google’s February 18 launch
Google officially pulled back the curtain on the Pixel 10a a few days ago with a video teaser that confirms what we’ve been suspecting. The Pixel 10a is not only real, but, as expected, it’s coming a lot sooner than some might have expected. The 15-second teaser gives us our best look yet at the … [Read more...] about Pixel 10a specs leaked by carrier ahead of Google’s February 18 launch
The Google Pixel 10a could arrive earlier than expected
If you follow the typical Google hardware cycle, you probably have a mental calendar set for specific device launches. We usually see new flagships in the fall and the budget-friendly A-series arriving sometime in the spring—typically around Google I/O. However, a new report suggests that Google … [Read more...] about The Google Pixel 10a could arrive earlier than expected
I’m a diehard Pixel user: Here are 5 tips to help you set up your new Google Pixel phone
Whether you just upgraded to the new Pixel 10 Pro or you are switching from an iPhone for the first time, unboxing a new Google Pixel phone is always exciting! In my opinion, you now have one of the best smartphones on the planet. But, here's the thing: Google packs so much intelligence into … [Read more...] about I’m a diehard Pixel user: Here are 5 tips to help you set up your new Google Pixel phone
The Pixel 10 GPU fix we’ve been waiting for is finally coming soon
If you bought a Pixel 10 back in October, you probably have a complicated relationship with it. The phone is fantastic—the cameras are unmatched, and the AI features are helpful—but if you try to play a graphics-heavy game, things get weird. Since launch, the Tensor G5 chip has faced criticism … [Read more...] about The Pixel 10 GPU fix we’ve been waiting for is finally coming soon
GameChat on the go: Pixel phones now work as webcams for Switch 2
One of the coolest features of the new Switch 2 is GameChat. It allows you to join group video calls where everyone shares their game screen and camera feed, letting you see your friends' reactions in real-time while you play Mario Kart or Smash Bros. There is just one problem: the Switch 2 … [Read more...] about GameChat on the go: Pixel phones now work as webcams for Switch 2
The Google Pixel 9a just hit its lowest price ever at $150 off
We thought the deal we saw back in August—where the Pixel 9a dropped to $399—was good. But apparently, Google had one more surprise up its sleeve for the holiday shopping season. Right now, the Google Pixel 9a can be had for just $349. That is a full $150 off its regular price, and technically … [Read more...] about The Google Pixel 9a just hit its lowest price ever at $150 off
You can now Quick Share from Android directly to an iPhone via AirDrop
In a surprise announcement that feels almost too good to be true, Google revealed that it is rolling out an update to Quick Share that makes it compatible with Apple’s AirDrop. This isn't a third-party hack or a clunky workaround app. This is native, system-level compatibility. According to the … [Read more...] about You can now Quick Share from Android directly to an iPhone via AirDrop
The Pixel 10 is a certified hit: Google’s phone sales surge to a new record high
It's been a long and sometimes difficult road for Google's Pixel hardware. After years of finding its footing, stumbling on hardware choices, and working to build a market presence, it looks like the company is truly reaping the rewards of its persistence. Following a report last month that the … [Read more...] about The Pixel 10 is a certified hit: Google’s phone sales surge to a new record high
