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Google

Google's latest ad is an unintended dig at the most premium smartphone in the Pixel lineup

Okay, let me get one thing out of the way. I absolutely enjoy these #BestPhonesForever ads from Google. It’s a unique and fun way to market its Pixel...

Mar 14, 2024 1 Min Read

Analysis

Opinion poll: Has Google lost its way with the Pixel lineup?

Remember the good old days when Google Pixel phones were a breath of fresh air? They boasted a delightfully clean Android experience, great cameras, and — the biggest draw of...

Mar 12, 2024 6 Min Read

Google

Opinion: Is the Google Pixel 8 dead without Gemini Nano AI?

It’s only been five months after its launch, yet the Google Pixel 8 seems to be headed for a premature demise – at least in terms of the AI...

Mar 08, 2024 3 Min Read

Google

Why is YouTube Music still taking opinion on background play on its free tier when they're clearly not listening?

In December 2022, YouTube Music initiated a poll on X, soliciting user feedback on desired features for the ad-supported tier of its platform. The poll, which garnered 4,145...

Feb 15, 2024 2 Min Read

Android

I tried Google's Gemini app: Here's the good, the bad, and the quirky

I was quite excited when Google announced it’s replacing Bard with Gemini and even launching a mobile app. I quickly took advantage of Google’s 2-month...

Feb 14, 2024 5 Min Read

Android

I was about to dismiss the Gemini app, but Google has got me rethinking

Google’s new Gemini app landed a few days ago, promising a supercharged, AI-driven answer to… well, everything. However, the day it launched, it seemed I wasn’...

Feb 12, 2024 2 Min Read

Google

Here's my Google Pixel 9 wishlist after daily driving the Pixel 8

After months of putting the Pixel 8 through its paces, I’ve compiled a wishlist for its successor, the Google Pixel 9. Now, before you roll your eyes and...

Feb 08, 2024 4 Min Read

Google

[Opinion] Google's 7-year software support paired with a modular Pixel phone could be a powerful combo

Google’s Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro are the first Android phones to be getting seven OS updates officially. This means that Pixel 8 series users will be...

Feb 06, 2024 6 Min Read

Android

[Opinion] More Android smartphone makers adopting AI features is a bonus for Pixel users

2024 is shaping up to be a pivotal year for smartphone AI. After years of Pixel phones reigning supreme in this arena, boasting features like Call Screening, Magic Eraser, and...

Feb 05, 2024 3 Min Read

Android

Opinion: Google A/B testing Android features is a necessary evil

At the tail end of last November, Google published a blog post detailing 7 new features to celebrate Messages’ 1 billion RCS users. The features, ranging from shared themes...

Jan 23, 2024 4 Min Read

Google

As a Pixel 7a owner, here's what I expect from the Google Pixel 8a

As a proud Pixel 7a owner, I can confidently say it’s become my daily driver. Yes, I’ve tasted the sleekness of iPhone 13 and the raw...

Jan 05, 2024 6 Min Read

Google

Across the ocean, across opinions: Pixel 8 wins MVP award in the US, but gets 'Worst phone' title in India

The Google Pixel series has always been a hot topic in the smartphone world, igniting debates and sparking divided opinions among enthusiasts. In a surprising turn of events this year...

Jan 01, 2024 2 Min Read