But when you open it up, you get a big 8-inch OLED screen that almost seems more compact ipad miniThis screen is great for running two apps together in split-screen mode, or watching shows, YouTube, and playing games. You may have to fiddle with the aspect ratio for some apps, as some content may get cut off, but it's easy to change in the phone's settings.
Battery life is quite reliable, lasting a whole day with about 30 percent left even after average use. (This will vary if you use the 8-inch screen more often than an external display.) It's worth noting that you may encounter some issues with wireless charging on this device. It doesn't work with Google's own Pixel Stand Gen 2 because the coils don't align. I tried it on some other wireless charging stands but no effect. Your best bet is to use a wireless charging pad,
You get all the same software features as the Pixel 9 series, but there are a few extra features to take advantage of all the screens. Made You Look, for example, plays a cute animation on the external screen to make sure your child keeps staring at it while you're trying to snap a photo. When you're on a Google Meet call, you can now use all screens so everyone around you can see the person you're talking to, and that means using all cameras too. Do it, so that the person on the other end cannot see. Just want to see your face.
At the end of the day, it's still a $1,799 smartphone, and that's a very high price to pay. But if you have the money and you like foldable phones, especially when combined with the Pixel's smarts and camera prowess, this is one of the best options available.
Works on all three major US carriers.
Photograph: Julian Chokkattu
How long is your Pixel supported?
The Pixel 9 series, Pixel 8 series, and Pixel 8A will get seven years of Android OS upgrades and security updates. The older Pixel 7A will get three years of Android OS upgrades and five years of security updates from the launch date, the same as the older Pixel. Google has one page you can check To see exactly what month your Pixel phone will stop receiving updates. Security updates reduce the risk of malware, keep your phone bug-free and make it more secure. Android version updates introduce new features – cosmetic and functional – that improve the OS overall.
Pixel phones are the first to get any kind of Android update, so as soon as Google releases a new version, e.g. android 15You can download it immediately by going to settings , System , system update , check for UpdateYou can also test beta versions of Android, but you will need Enroll your device(make sure Back up your phone First!) Pixels are also confidential feature drop Google releases releases every few months, ranging from new Pixels to features coming to older models and brand new features for the latest devices.
What about the old Pixel?
If you don't want any of the above options there are some other Pixel phones worth considering. pixel 8 And pixel 8 pro ,7/10, Wired recommends) are still available through official channels and third-party retailers (while supplies last). The main thing is not to pay over $500 Or $700 for both Among them; Otherwise, you might as well put that money toward the Pixel 9 series.
pixel 6a ,8/10, Wired recommends) simultaneously pixel 7 And pixel 7 pro ,8/10, Wired recommends) are still floating around on Google at third-party retailers like Amazon. However, they are not worth their MSRP. Try not to pay more than $300 for the Pixel 6A, $399 for the Pixel 7, or $500 for the Pixel 7 Pro as they previously sat at or below these prices at retailers like Amazon.