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Google Pixel and Pixel XL Review

The Pixel is Google’s best effort yet at creating their own version of the iPhone. With Google finally stepping up to the plate and taking control over both hardware and software, how does the Pixel stand out in a sea of handsets offering bigger specs and more features? Check out our review to find out.

Google Pixel Camera Review

By now we’ve all heard Google’s claims that the camera in their new line of Pixel smartphones isn’t just one of the best smartphone cameras on the market — it’s the king of them all. Time to put that to the test.

How to transfer your data from the iPhone to Android using the Pixel’s Quick Switch Adapter

Included in the box of the Google Pixel is a tiny accessory called the Quick Switch Adapter. In this post, we’ll show you how you can use it to transfer over (most) of your data from an old Android or iOS device.

Best Google Pixel & Pixel XL cases

The Pixel and Pixel XL are two of the most highly anticipated Android devices of the year. Some Android phones don’t have a lot of great cases to choose from, but it’s looking like the Pixel phones will not suffer from that problem. There are already plenty of good-looking cases from Google and other 3rd-party …

Best Google Pixel and Pixel XL Accessories

The Pixel and Pixel XL are so close we can taste it. In the meantime, be sure to jump on getting some accessories to make sure that you’re ready to go once your new device has arrived.

Night Sight camera feature roll-out for all Pixel phones has begun

Google has started pushing out the Night Sight camera feature to all of its Pixel smartphones. The feature was unveiled during the launch of the Pixel 3 but was not ready by the time the phone went on sale.

It’s time for manufacturers to ditch custom UI’s for stock Android

Before I begin, I’m writing this completely from an HTC user perspective. I understand there are other manufacturers out there, but my experience of other brands is limited, if your experiences are different or you have anything to add from the other side of the fence, I’d love to read your comments. “We’ve come a …

DEAL: Save a boatload and get the OG Pixel for as low as $280

Woot! is offering the original Pixel and Pixel XL for as low as $279 with free shipping for a limited time. These are refurbished products, but have passed through inspection.

Google releases the January Android Security Bulletin for Pixel/Nexus devices

Google has released the January Android Security Bulletin for Pixel and Nexus devices, including the Pixel 2 lineup and even the Nexus 6P and Nexus 5X.

Android 8.1 comes out of beta, official factory images and OTA files are live [DOWNLOAD]

Android 8.1 is official and now ready for download. Google made the factory images and OTA files available, so if you don’t feel like waiting for the official rollout to hit, you can flash the update manually.

Pixel phones are getting Lens in Google Assistant today

If you have a Pixel or Pixel 2 smartphone, look out for Lens in the Google Assistant today. Google has begun making the feature available more widely.

Android 8.1 DP 2 rolling out now, enables Pixel 2’s dormant ‘Pixel Visual Core’

Android 8.1 Developer Preview 2 is rolling out. The latest Android Beta kicks off Google testing of the Pixel 2’s dormant “Pixel Visual Core” for improved camera performance.

Google Lens rolling out to first-generation Pixel smartphones

Google Lens is now rolling out to first-generation Pixel and Pixel XL smartphones. The feature made its official debut with the new Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL earlier this month.

Pixel SMS issue won’t be fixed until November

Google has identified a fix for the Pixel’s SMS issues, but you’ll have to wait a bit to get it.

Samsung teams up with Google to bring ARCore to Galaxy devices

Today, Samsung and Google announced a partnership to bring ARCore to Galaxy smartphones. This is a huge step in ARCore being a viable competitor to Apple’s ARKit.