Launched in the fall of 2020 alongside the Pixel 5, the Google Pixel 4a 5G carved out a unique space in the lineup. It wasn’t just the Pixel 4a with 5G tacked on; it was a distinct model offering a compelling mix of features borrowed from both the budget-friendly 4a and the flagship Pixel 5,...Read More

After the Pixel 3a proved that a budget-friendly Pixel focused on camera and software excellence was a winning strategy, Google followed up in August 2020 with the Google Pixel 4a. This phone wasn’t about radical new features; instead, it focused on refining the “a” series formula, modernizing the design, and offering even more value for...Read More

Stepping into the spotlight in October 2019, the Google Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL marked a significant departure from previous designs and introduced cutting-edge technology like radar-based gesture control and high-refresh-rate displays. While pushing boundaries, this generation also made some bold choices that drew considerable debate. Design: A New Look, Goodbye Fingerprint Sensor The...Read More

While the main Pixel line was pushing flagship boundaries (and prices), Google recognized a demand for a more affordable way to get that “Pixel experience.” In May 2019, at Google I/O, they delivered exactly that with the launch of the Google Pixel 3a and Pixel 3a XL, kicking off the beloved and budget-friendly “a” series....Read More

Arriving in October 2018, the Google Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL represented Google doubling down on what made the Pixel line special: software intelligence, particularly in the camera department. While the hardware saw refinements like wireless charging and a new security chip, it was the software features and one very prominent design choice on...Read More

After establishing its hardware ambitions with the original Pixel, Google returned in October 2017 with the second generation: the Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL. This iteration aimed to refine the successful formula, enhance the camera further, and introduce new hardware conveniences, though it wasn’t without its share of controversies. Design: Evolution, Not Revolution (Mostly)...Read More

Following our introduction to the Google Pixel line, it’s time to go back to where it all began: the original Google Pixel and Google Pixel XL. Launched in October 2016 at Google’s “#MadeByGoogle” event and released later that month, these phones weren’t just new devices; they represented a fundamental shift in Google’s smartphone strategy, moving...Read More

If you’ve followed the smartphone world, you’ve undoubtedly heard of Google’s Pixel line. Since its debut, the Pixel series has carved out a unique space, attracting users who value a specific blend of cutting-edge camera technology, intelligent software, and a clean Android experience directly from the source. But what exactly defines a Pixel phone, and...Read More