In a surprising move, Google did something today that it's not normally done at their annual I/O Developers Conference. Besides announcing the Pixel 6a, which we all concluded that they would, they went ahead and gave us a sneak peek at the upcoming Pixel 7 and 7 Pro devices, slated for release this … [Read more...] about Google shares first official look at the upcoming Pixel 7 at I/O 2022
Pixel
Support our independent tech coverage. Chrome Unboxed is written by real people, for real people—not search algorithms. Join Chrome Unboxed Plus for just $2 a month to get an ad-free experience, access to our private Discord, and more. Learn more about membership here.
START FREE TRIAL (MONTHLY)START FREE TRIAL (ANNUAL)
The Pixel 6a has reportedly entered production ahead of Google I/O 2022
We've been talking about the new Google Pixel 6a for months at this point, and according to a new leak over on Twitter, it looks likely that the launch window for the newest addition to the Pixel family will be a bit earlier than the last few years' iterations. We've all been thinking an … [Read more...] about The Pixel 6a has reportedly entered production ahead of Google I/O 2022
Android 12 QPR3 Beta 3 available now for Pixel phones
The third and final Beta build of Android 12 QPR3 (Quarterly Platform Release) was released yesterday and is rolling out to eligible Pixel devices via an OTA (over-the-air) update. Beta 3 (S3B1.220420.005) includes May's Pixel security patch and additional bug fixes. For those not aware, the … [Read more...] about Android 12 QPR3 Beta 3 available now for Pixel phones
Nearby “Self Share” now working in ChromeOS Beta, works with Android’s latest Google Play services
Nearby Share has become an indispensable feature of the Google ecosystem and Google's answer to Apple's "Airdrop" when it comes to sharing files between Android and ChromeOS devices. I use it on a regular basis, and it makes my workflow so much more efficient. However, there is one small hurdle … [Read more...] about Nearby “Self Share” now working in ChromeOS Beta, works with Android’s latest Google Play services
May Google Pixel security patch rolls out with improvements and bug fixes in Android 12
The Google Pixel monthly software update for May 2022 is rolling out now with a few improvements and bug fixes in tow. The security patch (SP2A.220505.002) will arrive via OTA (over-the-air) to all supported Pixels running Android 12, though it will be a staged rollout that will continue over the … [Read more...] about May Google Pixel security patch rolls out with improvements and bug fixes in Android 12
Google releases Android 13 Beta 1 for eligible Pixel devices
Google announced yesterday the release of the first Beta for Android 13, which can be installed on eligible Pixel devices. The Developer Preview versions of Android 13 have been around since early February, giving Developers a look into this iteration of Android's core themes of privacy, security, … [Read more...] about Google releases Android 13 Beta 1 for eligible Pixel devices
Google CEO hints at possible Pixel product announcements at Google I/O
Google I/O is almost upon us and we have had lots of fun speculating on whether the leaked Pixel 6a and Pixel Watch devices will be unveiled – or at least teased – during the event. It seems that may be the case after all because, during Alphabet's quarterly earnings call, CEO Sundar Pichai shared … [Read more...] about Google CEO hints at possible Pixel product announcements at Google I/O
Google wants everyone to know that Pixel 6 sales are doing just fine
About a week ago, reports swirled around the internet that Pixel 6 sales were quite a bit lower than we had been led to believe. The report (which we shared as well) claimed that Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro sales were so low that Google was offering extremely high incentives for sales staff to push the … [Read more...] about Google wants everyone to know that Pixel 6 sales are doing just fine
Google should have included face unlock in the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro
Like I am prone to do, I've switched phones for the time being. This time around, it was a tough-to-pass-up deal on the OnePlus 10 Pro that was calling my name over at T-Mobile. While I still have and enjoy my Pixel 6, there's something to be said about the gaming prowess of a phone with the … [Read more...] about Google should have included face unlock in the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro
“Pixel Watch Fit” could be released alongside the main device to replace your aging Fitbit
I know a lot of people who have held on to their Fitbit for years or until the watch band breaks. Since I worked in Best Buy for so many years, I've seen the value that fitness-focused users can get out of these devices, but eventually, they incur tons of wear and tear. With that in mind, if you … [Read more...] about “Pixel Watch Fit” could be released alongside the main device to replace your aging Fitbit
Pixel 6 series sales reportedly low among U.S. carriers
A new report by a private research firm (Wave7) suggests that sales at U.S. carriers for the Pixel 6 series and the iPhone SE have stagnated despite high kickbacks being offered to salespeople to try and sell them. Said report is not public, but was provided exclusively to PCMag, which offered some … [Read more...] about Pixel 6 series sales reportedly low among U.S. carriers
Files by Google app getting its “Share” tab back on Pixels
The Files by Google app (formerly "Files Go") became the de-facto file manager on Android back in 2020 when Google decided to remove the good old "Files" app from the operating system with the release of Android 11. Since then, we have also seen the wide release of Nearby Share, which made its way … [Read more...] about Files by Google app getting its “Share” tab back on Pixels
