A few months ago, we reported on Google's development of an Apple AirTag competitor, codenamed "Grogu". These innovative "locator tags" may help users find anything they're attached to, from luggage to personal items, using UWB Bluetooth technology. At this time, we're thinking these will be … [Read more...] about Find your Pixel phone even when it’s off: Google may be working on a ‘Pixel Power-off Finder’
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Google’s Pixel Tablet passed through the FCC
Google I/O 2023 is just a month out and we have high hopes that Google will bring some hardware to the stage at the annual developer conference. While we already have a good idea what's coming from Google in the coming weeks, we are greatly anticipating some hard release dates on the intriguing … [Read more...] about Google’s Pixel Tablet passed through the FCC
Unleash the trifecta: Pixel Watch, Pixel Buds, and Pixel Phone deals you can’t miss!
Robby already highlighted some very solid deals on Google's Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro smartphones but those aren't the only Pixel devices currently enjoying some savory discounts. As far as the phones are concerned, you can save as much as $300 on a new Pixel if you pick one up at Best Buy and … [Read more...] about Unleash the trifecta: Pixel Watch, Pixel Buds, and Pixel Phone deals you can’t miss!
New leak suggests the Pixel Fold will be way cheaper than we thought
As always, right from the beginning, please take this sort of speculative rumor with a grain of salt. There's nothing about this that is verified through Google and while I want it to be true with everything in me, there's no reason outside of hope to believe that this is 100% accurate. However, … [Read more...] about New leak suggests the Pixel Fold will be way cheaper than we thought
New info says the Pixel Fold and Pixel 7a release dates will be in June
According to a recent bit of intel obtained from a retailer by a very reliable leaker - Roland Quandt (@rquandt) - WinFuture is reporting that we should expect to see Google release their first-ever folding phone as early as June 2023. While the Pixel Fold has leaked all over the place in the past … [Read more...] about New info says the Pixel Fold and Pixel 7a release dates will be in June
Pixel 8 Pro renders have already leaked out two months prior to Google I/O 2023
Here we sit in March - about 7 months from the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro's likely release date - with full-blown renders of what the latest phone from Google will look like. Since the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro, things have been iterative on Google's end, so there's not a lot of differentiation anyone … [Read more...] about Pixel 8 Pro renders have already leaked out two months prior to Google I/O 2023
The first Pixel Drop of 2023 has arrived with faster Night Sight, Fall Detection and much more
BOOM! Pixel Drop. The first batch of new Pixel-specific features has finally arrived for 2023. Past Pixel Drops generally focused on new features for the latest Pixel phones but this time around, Google has plonked down a plethora of updates for older devices and even some new tricks for the Pixel … [Read more...] about The first Pixel Drop of 2023 has arrived with faster Night Sight, Fall Detection and much more
Pixel Buds Pro finally receive head-tracked spatial audio
Though it was announced as a "coming later this year" feature when the Pixel Buds Pro were unveiled at Google I/O 2022, spatial audio was never actually added to Google's latest earbuds in 2022. The feature - which gives users a more-immersive audio experience and can place sound in a specific … [Read more...] about Pixel Buds Pro finally receive head-tracked spatial audio
I just used Google’s Magic Eraser on my Chromebook and Galaxy S23 Ultra
Part of Google's yearly releases of their own, in-house phones always include an introduction of a few new camera-related tricks that only Pixel phones get access to. As the years have gone on, however, it seems that more and more of these features rely on the editing prowess of Google Photos … [Read more...] about I just used Google’s Magic Eraser on my Chromebook and Galaxy S23 Ultra
Pixel 7a or Pixel Fold passes through the FCC, hinting at a mid-year release
A new phone from Google has passed through the standard FCC hurdles in the past few days, and it is most likely the upcoming Pixel 7a that we all expect to be announced at Google I/O 2023 sometime in May. Assuming it follows the cadence of older A-series Pixel phones, we should expect to see it … [Read more...] about Pixel 7a or Pixel Fold passes through the FCC, hinting at a mid-year release
New battery info emerges on the upcoming Google Pixel Fold
It's been a bit since we last talked about the upcoming, impending Google Pixel Fold. Like many Google-made things, this device has leaked in quite a few ways. From early folding glass info to full-blown renders, we know quite a bit about the Pixel Fold - including the fact that Pixel Fold will … [Read more...] about New battery info emerges on the upcoming Google Pixel Fold
Android 13 keeps switching to light mode for some when Bedtime mode is disabled
Android 13 is pretty slick. In fact, Google has added many features up until now that for the most part make it feel seamless and comfortable to use. We're to the point where I find it hard to complain about much when it comes to using my Pixel 6 Pro on a daily basis, and that's exactly how … [Read more...] about Android 13 keeps switching to light mode for some when Bedtime mode is disabled
