It's been a big day in the Google world! First, Google unveiled Gemini, a highly capable and versatile AI model available in three versions: Ultra, Pro, and Nano. This innovative technology is designed to operate across various platforms, from data centers to smartphones (and hopefully Chromebooks.) … [Read more...] about Christmas comes early with Google’s packed December Pixel Feature Drop
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Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro are back to Black Friday sale prices
Best Buy is extending the joy of Black Friday with continuing discounts on the Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro. If you thought you missed out on the big savings during Black Friday, think again. These high-end smartphones are still available at their Black Friday prices, giving you another chance to … [Read more...] about Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro are back to Black Friday sale prices
‘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
Google’s Camera app now ‘Pixel Camera’, features new options for low-vision users
This week, Google Play Store users witnessed a subtle yet significant change as the beloved "Google Camera" was renamed to read "Pixel Camera." While this rebranding may have gone unnoticed by some, it coincides with a paradigm shift for the tech giant, particularly regarding the launch of its Pixel … [Read more...] about Google’s Camera app now ‘Pixel Camera’, features new options for low-vision users
Google says wallpaper and emoji help us ‘be ourselves’, but my Pixel’s impact is greater than that
In a recent article on 'The Keyword' by Google, Sebastian Bauer celebrates Android's customization features such as wallpapers, widgets, and emoji as tools that 'help us be ourselves' on our phones. However, to me, what truly empowers us to be ourselves on our phones is our data, and the phone … [Read more...] about Google says wallpaper and emoji help us ‘be ourselves’, but my Pixel’s impact is greater than that
Good news: Google Assistant with Bard is likely coming Pixel 6 and 7 series phones as well
According to 9to5Google, who did a deep dive of the latest Google app beta version 14.41, code strings for Assistant with Bard point to support for more than just the Pixel 8 and 8 Pro. In fact, this revolutionary new revamp for the ridiculously useless Assistant may be coming to both the 6th and … [Read more...] about Good news: Google Assistant with Bard is likely coming Pixel 6 and 7 series phones as well
Google’s 7-Year commitment to Pixel 8 is for both software and hardware alike
On October 4th, Google unveiled the much-anticipated Pixel 8 series with a boatload of new features and advancements that have a lot of us pretty excited about Google's latest hardware. Among the highlights of the announcement, one particular commitment by Google really made a splash – the promise … [Read more...] about Google’s 7-Year commitment to Pixel 8 is for both software and hardware alike
Why Chromebook Plus has me excited to return to the Pixel 8 Pro
If you've been around Chrome Unboxed for any stretch of time, you know that part of what started this whole thing in the first place was my propensity to change phones. Over time, my phone swapping was replaced with Chromebook swapping, I started making content, and here we are today. And for the … [Read more...] about Why Chromebook Plus has me excited to return to the Pixel 8 Pro
Pixel 8 Face Unlock is a massive feature addition that I totally missed
Ever since Apple introduced FaceID on the iPhone and Google attempted to follow along with the Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 Pro, I've been waiting for this feature to make a comeback on Google's phones. The Pixel 4 iteration worked fine, but no developers got on board, so there were no apps outside of … [Read more...] about Pixel 8 Face Unlock is a massive feature addition that I totally missed
The Chrome Cast 242: Google’s Pixel 8 hardware event recap
For this episode of The Chrome Cast, we dive into all the announcements from Google's 10/4 hardware event. From a keynote that announced everything from the Pixel 8 Pro to the Pixel Watch 2 and generative AI everywhere, there's clearly a lot to talk about. Although we did not attend the keynote … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 242: Google’s Pixel 8 hardware event recap
New Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro phones are here: what you need to know
Google just took the wraps off their latest smartphones: the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro. While there wasn't a ton of new stuff that we didn't know about before the event thanks to the ridiculous amount of leaks we've seen in the past few weeks, Google's moves specifically with regard to AI in these … [Read more...] about New Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro phones are here: what you need to know
Google Pixel 8 Launch Event: What to expect and how to watch
It's an exciting time of the year for tech enthusiasts and Google fans. With the Made by Google event right around the corner, Google is gearing up to unveil a new lineup of Pixel products, including Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro, and Pixel Watch 2. Most of the details on these products have already leaked, … [Read more...] about Google Pixel 8 Launch Event: What to expect and how to watch
