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Google is roughly a day away from its Pixel 8 Pro 'fresh drop'. (Image source: @evleaks - edited)

Google Pixel 8 Pro new colour option leaks before launch day

Google is taking another leaf from Apple's book by offering a mid-generation refresh of its current flagship smartphones. While Google has already hinted at a Pixel 8 series refresh, a renowned leaker has revealed what the Pixel 8...

Alex Alderson, 24 Jan 2024 13:14

Here's our first look at the Google Pixel 9 Pro (image via MySmartPrice)

Pixel 9 Pro: CAD renders of upcoming flagship emerge online

OnLeaks has just revealed what Google has in store for us with the Pixel 9 Pro. It comes with a redesigned rear camera module that bears an uncanny resemblance to one of its main competitors.

Anil Ganti, 24 Jan 2024 03:44

Carved manufactures protective covers from wood and resin, making each cover unique. (Image: Carved)

Carved presents unique wooden protective cases with MagSafe for the Google Pixel 8 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra

Carved has introduced unusual protective cases for the Google Pixel 8 Pro, the Samsung Galaxy S24 and the Galaxy S24 Ultra, which are made entirely of wood and resin for a unique design. The cases promise protection, MagSafe and Q...

Hannes Brecher, 22 Jan 2024 23:09

A tester shows us the advantages of the Galaxy AI Generative Editor over the similar Magic Editor for the Google Pixel 8 series.

Samsung Galaxy S24: Advantages of the Galaxy AI Generative Editor over the Magic Editor in the Google Pixel 8 Pro

In principle, both the Magic Editor in Google Photos, which has been available since the Pixel 8, and the new Generative Editor in the Gallery app of the new Galaxy S24 series offer very similar functionality. However, one importa...

Alexander Fagot, 22 Jan 2024 04:47

Google is reportedly developing two sizes of Pixel Watch 3 (Image source: Google)

Google Pixel Watch 3 will reportedly come in two sizes

While Google’s 2nd-gen Pixel smartwatch brings some significant improvements, it retains the same size as the 1st-gen watch, which is a bit small for some. Google reportedly plans to address this by offering the Google Pixel Watch...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 21 Jan 2024 06:53

Google teases a new colorway for the Pixel 8 Pro (Image source: Google)

Google Pixel 8 Pro gets a cool “Minty Fresh” refresh on January 25

Google is teasing a new colorway for the Pixel 8 Pro. According to the official online store, it will be called Minty Fresh. As for when the new color will drop, the teaser video posted by Google has confirmed that it will be avai...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 20 Jan 2024 06:47

Google's new AI-driven search feature will be available on Pixel 8 phones (image via Google)

Google's Circle to Search arrives on Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel 8 by the end of January

Google has confirmed that its new AI-driven feature, Circle to Search, will launch on the Pixel 8 series on January 31. Some "premium Android smartphones" will get it eventually.

Anil Ganti, 18 Jan 2024 19:23

Google Pixel 8a (Image credit: SmartPrix - edited)

Google Pixel 8a: Potentially a worthy successor to the Google Pixel 7a

CheckMag The Google Pixel 8a has not been officially released, but the circulating rumors have generated significant anticipation. With advanced features, the availability of two variants, and an upgraded chipset, expectations are high for...

Ayesha Aslam, 25 Dec 2023 22:51

Battery health monitoring will make buying used Android phones more attractive (Image Source: Unsplash)

Battery health monitoring expected on Android phones soon based on hidden page in Android 14 Beta

Android phones will soon get a battery health indicator to indicate the degree of battery degradation, as per Android expert Mishaal Rahman. This is based on the latest Pixel Feature Drop, which adds charge cycle count, and a hidd...

Vishal Bhardwaj, 25 Dec 2023 18:35

Top 4 smartphones that transform videography (Source: Unsplash)

Google Pixel smartphones get 'Repair Mode' and diagnostic app

Google is further simplifying repairs for Pixel smartphones, as Pixel users will now be able to run system diagnostics directly on their smartphone in order to identify defects and protect their data with repair mode, while the ra...

Hannes Brecher, 19 Dec 2023 04:44

Google Assistant could be history with the Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro. Google Pixie is likely to take its place, according to current reports.

Google Pixie instead of Google Assistant: New, more personalized AI helper to enhance the Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro

Google appears to be planning to replace Google Assistant on Pixel phones and launch a Pixel-exclusive new assistant called "Pixie" with the introduction of the Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro. Thanks to Gemini, among other things, it is ...

Alexander Fagot, 16 Dec 2023 23:21

Google has now published the third Android 14 QPR2 build after Beta 1 and Beta 1.1. (Image source: Google)

Google Pixel devices receive bug fixes and hidden new features with latest beta builds

Google is now rolling out Android 14 QPR2 Beta 2 to Pixel devices. While Google has only acknowledged a few bug fixes and known issues in the new beta build, Mishaal Rahman has noticed various changes, some of which are hidden by ...

Alex Alderson, 13 Dec 2023 15:16

The Pixel 8 Pro has a comparatively large battery and faster charging than its predecessor. (Image source: Google)

Google Pixel 8 Pro falls short of Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max, Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and Xiaomi 13 Ultra with disappointing battery performance

Based on new analysis, the Pixel 8 Pro cannot keep pace with the battery life or charging capabilities of its peers. As a result, Google's latest flagship sits outside DxOMarks' top 100 smartphones when it comes to battery and cha...

Alex Alderson, 12 Dec 2023 15:53

Video Boost can magically improve videos at night on the Pixel 8 Pro, but is not suitable for all scenarios. (Image: Google)

Google Pixel 8 Pro: First Video Boost tests reveal the limits of AI editing

According to Google, the Pixel 8 Pro is supposed to be the best smartphone for low-light video recordings and users can now try out the Video Boost feature that lies behind this bold promise. The first Pixel 8 Pro testers have alr...

Alexander Fagot, 11 Dec 2023 23:00

The Pixel 8 cannot match many recent flagship smartphones when it comes to battery life. (Image source: Google)

Google Pixel 8 struggles in new battery analysis tests against other modern flagships

DxOMark has now tested the battery capabilities of Google's latest smaller flagship. While the Google Pixel 8 excelled in recent camera analysis, it barely surpasses its predecessor and can only manage a meagre 120th finish despit...

Alex Alderson, 11 Dec 2023 22:15

An Amazon deal has slashed the Google Pixel 7 Pro price in half (Image Source: Google)

Deal | Grab the Google Pixel 7 Pro at half the list price on Amazon

The Google Pixel 7 Pro is available on Amazon with a 51% discount. At the time of writing, the discount is available on the Snow White color with 128 GB storage. With a 120 Hz refresh rate, tweaked telephoto camera, and the Google...

Nitisha Upadhye, 10 Dec 2023 18:29

All Tensor-powered Pixel smartphones should benefit from GPU improvements thanks to Android 14 QPR1, including the Pixel 8 Pro, pictured. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Google Pixel 8 Pro and other Tensor Pixels receive gaming performance improvements with new GPU kernel driver

It turns out that Google may have brought noticeable gaming performance improvements to its current flagships through a new GPU kernel driver. Distributed through its latest monthly update, the new GPU kernel driver has been shown...

Alex Alderson, 08 Dec 2023 13:01

Capture every moment with precision (Image source: Unsplash)

3 best smartphones for photographers on the move

CheckMag The ideal companion for any photographer is a smartphone featuring a high-quality camera, ample storage capacity, extended battery life, and a lightweight design. Explore the smartphone selections tailored for your adventures in t...

Ayesha Aslam, 07 Dec 2023 23:51

Gemini will be integrated into Google products (Image source: Google)

Google releases Gemini AI model, powers Bard and Google Pixel 8 Pro with it

Google has unveiled Gemini - a new AI model that will soon power most Google products and services. Gemini Pro is now powering Bard and Gemini Nano is set to bring new features to Google Pixel 8 Pro.

Nitisha Upadhye, 07 Dec 2023 23:10

The Pixel 8 Pro has gained nearly 40 fixes with its December 2023 update. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro receive almost 40 bug fixes with latest updates

As part of its latest round of updates, Google has now published Android 14 QPR1 for various Pixel devices. Available to the Pixel 5a onwards, the new update introduces dozens of improvements and just as many security fixes via th...

Alex Alderson, 07 Dec 2023 13:16

The Pixel Watch is set to receive several Pixel Watch 2 features. (Image source: Google)

Google Pixel Watch to receive several Pixel Watch 2 features with new updates

Google has confirmed it is bringing several outstanding Pixel Watch 2 features to its predecessor. Soon, the original Pixel Watch will be capable of mirroring Bedtime Mode and DND modes from a paired smartphone, among other improv...

Alex Alderson, 06 Dec 2023 22:55

The Google Pixel 7 Pro has reached an all-time low on Amazon (Image: Daniel Schmidt)

Deal | Google Pixel 7 Pro with 512GB of storage gets steepest discount ever on Amazon

(Updated: Now discounted up to 51%) Amazon's latest smartphone deal offers compelling discounts of up to 47 percent on practically all versions of the Pixel 7 Pro, including the top-end model with a whopping 512GB of storage. Ther...

Enrico Frahn, 06 Dec 2023 22:13

The Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro have received the most new features with Google's latest Pixel Feature Drop. (Image source: Google)

December 2023 Pixel Feature Drop starts rolling out for Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro and other Pixel devices

Google has now released a new Pixel Feature Drop for the Pixel 5a 5G onwards. The last of 2023, the latest Feature Drop adds various features to the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro, with a few Pixel Fold and Pixel Tablet-specific changes ...

Alex Alderson, 06 Dec 2023 19:24

The Google Pixel Watch only comes in a 41 mm size. (Source: Google)

Deal | Google Pixel owners you don't want to miss this Pixel Watch offer that brings price back to lowest-ever level

The Google Pixel Watch (first-gen) price has dropped to its lowest-ever level once again, giving folks who missed earlier sales another chance to snag one. The watch is feature-rich with a wide range of health and fitness-related ...

Fawad Murtaza, 06 Dec 2023 11:18

The Pixel 8 Pro can deactivate Ultra HDR with its latest camera update. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Google Pixel 6, Pixel 7 and Pixel 8 series receive new camera features and improvements with latest update

Google has released a new camera update for its recent Pixel devices. Rolling out as Pixel Camera 9.2, the update brings Ultra HDR support to older Pixel smartphones like the Pixel 6 and Pixel 7 series, as well as an improved UI f...

Alex Alderson, 05 Dec 2023 17:23

The Google Pixel 6a features a 6.1-inch FHD+ AMOLED display, dual cameras on the back, and a single selfie shooter.

Deal | Google Pixel 6a price drops massive 50% to no-brainer level at Walmart

The mid-range Google Pixel 6a is currently going for a sizeable discount of 50% to reach US$98.99 at Walmart with free shipping. The smartphone which comes in black and has 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage is a stellar mid-range ...

Fawad Murtaza, 04 Dec 2023 11:39

An analysis of the Google Photos app provides clues as to how Google's upcoming Video Boost feature will work

Google Pixel 8 Pro: How the upcoming Video Boost feature will work

The best is yet to come: As part of its Google Pixel 8 presentation, the Pixel team also announced a feature that is intended to significantly improve nighttime video recordings on the Pixel 8 Pro, but will only be delivered as pa...

Alexander Fagot, 03 Dec 2023 07:53

The Google Pixel 8 impresses with a bright 120 Hz OLED display.

Verdict on the Google Pixel 8: Solid smartphone overall with minor weaknesses

Google offers a relatively compact, high-performance smartphone in the Pixel 8, which scores particularly well with its main camera, stock Android and seven-year update guarantee. But the latest Pixel smartphone isn't perfect eith...

Benedikt Winkel, 25 Nov 2023 00:04

The Pixel 8a with its Hematite wallpaper. (Image source: @OnLeaks & SmartPrix - edited)

Google Pixel 8a official wallpapers leak months before release

Google is still months away from releasing the Pixel 8a. Nonetheless, official wallpapers of Google's next mid-range smartphone have already appeared online, which are likely to be Pixel 8a exclusives.

Alex Alderson, 23 Nov 2023 20:05

A Pixel 8 Pro exhibiting small display bumps. (Image source: Google Support)

Google Pixel 8 Pro: New display design causing 'small bumps' for some units

An increasing number of Pixel 8 Pro units are experiencing noticeable bulges in their AMOLED panels after a few weeks of use. Google has now commented on the issue, although it has dismissed any claims that it affects device usage...

Alex Alderson, 23 Nov 2023 18:02

Deals of the week include a powerful gaming laptop, a beautiful TV, and a modern flagship smartphone. (Image source: various/Unsplash - edited)

Deals of the week: LG G3 OLED, Google Pixel 8 Pro, and Lenovo Legion Pro 5i still available with deep discounts

CheckMag Notebookcheck has reported on numerous fantastic deals this past week. However, these three have stood out, and they are still available at discounted prices. The LG G3 Series OLED TV delivers 65-inch viewing delight, while gamers...

Daniel R Deakin, 18 Nov 2023 16:13

The original Google Tensor SoC. (Source: Google)

Three chips in and Google Tensor is on life support

Google introduced the Tensor series of chips with the Pixel 6 series in 2021. It was meant to usher in a range of chips specially tailored by Google to keep up with its class-leading AI-based software features. Just three Tensor c...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 18 Nov 2023 13:14

Google has jumped right ahead to Android 14 QPR2 with its latest public beta build. (Image source: Google)

Google Pixel smartphones gain improvements and bug fixes with new beta update

Google has pushed a new beta build to Pixel devices, which is available for the Pixel 5a onwards. Jumping right ahead to Android 14 QPR2 Beta 1, Google has implicitly confirmed that a new stable quarterly update will soon arrive f...

Alex Alderson, 16 Nov 2023 17:50

Deal | Google unveils massive Black Friday deals for Pixel 8 handsets and the Pixel Fold in the US

Set to begin at 3:30 AM ET on November 16 in the US, this year's Black Friday deals on the Google Store will push down the tech giant's mobile flagship devices by up to US$400 (Pixel Fold). The Pixel 8 will get a US$150 price cut ...

Codrut Nistor, 15 Nov 2023 23:57

Google's new Titan Security Key can store up to 250 passkeys on a USB-C stick. (Image: Google)

Google Titan Security Key stores up to 250 passkeys on USB stick with NFC chip

Google is taking the next step towards a password-free future with the Titan Security Key, which can authenticate login processes using passkeys stored on it by simply plugging it into the USB port of a computer or connecting it w...

Hannes Brecher, 15 Nov 2023 23:25

The Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro are already being heavily discounted in Australia. (Source: Google)

Pixel 8 Pro receives its first discount, and it's massive

Just four weeks after its launch, the Google Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel 8 are already receiving steep discounts in Australia. While it is not unusual for Google to discount its new Pixels over the Black Friday sales period, the discoun...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 14 Nov 2023 11:07

If you want a small phone with a big zoom think again, you probably won't find one. (Source: Notebookcheck)

If you want a phone with a 5x zoom, make sure you’ve got big hands

What was once considered "big" in smartphone terms is now the norm in the industry. But one feature seems to be tied specificially to the size of the screen. If you don't like big phones, don't expect to be on the cutting edge of ...

David Devey, 12 Nov 2023 08:28

Google Pixel 8 Pro (photo: Daniel Schmidt)

Google Pixel 8 Pro – Although convincing in the test, it is not a smartphone for everyone

Many years of updates, a bright OLED display, a thick battery, stereo speakers, an extensive camera setup, and much more: this is the Pixel 8 Pro. But behind many of the great features also hide some details that could be dealbrea...

Daniel Schmidt, 10 Nov 2023 20:12

The ISOCELL GNK may have debuted in the Pixel 8 series. (Image source: Google)

Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro may feature new Samsung ISOCELL GNK sensor

Samsung has outlined full specifications for the ISOCELL GNK, a new 50 MP sensor that builds on the ISOCELL GN1 and GNV. Seemingly, the ISOCELL GNK underpins the Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro's primary cameras, rather than custom...

Alex Alderson, 08 Nov 2023 18:40

The Pixel 8 makes do with 50 MP and 12 MP ultra-wide-angle cameras. (Image source: Google)

Google Pixel 8 surpasses Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max, Google Pixel 7 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra in DxOMark camera analysis

The Pixel 8 has now been subjected to DxOMark's usual set of camera analyses. Despite having technically worse cameras than many of its competitors, it still manages to outperform the likes of the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max and the S...

Alex Alderson, 08 Nov 2023 16:17

Google is already furnishing the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro with updates. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Google Pixel devices gain bug fixes and improvements with new update

Google has started bringing all supported Pixel devices onto its November 2023 update, including the Pixel 4a (5G) and Pixel 5. Rolling out as UP1A.231105 and UD1A.231105, the update contains half a dozen bug fixes, including one ...

Alex Alderson, 07 Nov 2023 17:57

Google Pixel 6 Stormy Black (Source: Google)

Deal | Google Pixel 6 with 128 GB drops to all-time low on Amazon

With a top price of US$608.99, reached on August 1, 2023, the Google Pixel 6 with 128 GB is now down to an all-time low of US$$359.84. The previous bottom price was US$399, recorded by Camelcamelcamel on January 26, 2023. The curr...

Codrut Nistor, 06 Nov 2023 12:44

Beta 2.2 is the fourth Android 14 QPR1 beta update. (Image source: Google)

Google Pixel smartphones receive over 30 changes with latest beta build

Google is now rolling out Android 14 QPR1 Beta 2.2, roughly a month before the update's expected stable release. Available to download now as an OTA or a full factory image, Beta 2.2 brings nearly three dozen improvements to Pixel...

Alex Alderson, 04 Nov 2023 23:58

Deal | Google Pixel Watch (1st Gen) receives a whopping 43% discount on Amazon

Google has already released the Pixel Watch 2 back in October. While it brings many improvements, the new watch isn't a major refresh. That means the Google Pixel Watch (1st Gen) is still a good purchase, especially with this 43% ...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 03 Nov 2023 11:07

Google's Tensor G3 SoC bundles 9 CPU cores with a Mali-G715 GPU. (Source: Google)

All-Google Tensor G5 SoC could be on the way as Google reportedly taking development completely in-house

2025’s Tensor G5 SoC that may debut in the Pixel 10 devices is reportedly being entirely developed by Google. The report comes to us courtesy of @OreXda on Twitter. The leaker also claims that the Tensor G4 might also use a Google...

Fawad Murtaza, 27 Oct 2023 13:40

Is the Pixel 8 Pro the world's first AI-first edge computing smartphone? (Source: Notebookcheck)

Pixel 8 Pro reviews may be inadvertantly convincing readers that the Tensor G3 is powering all new AI features

At best, many reviews of the Pixel 8 Pro don’t distinguish between when AI tasks are performed on device by the Tensor G3 and when they are off-loaded to Google Cloud for processing. At worst, some assume that all of the AI models...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 26 Oct 2023 00:00

A number of new features are intended to make the Google Pixel tablet even more useful as a smart home control center. (Image: Google)

Leak: Google Pixel Tablet gets innovative “Look and Talk” feature and touchless gesture control

The Google Pixel Tablet will soon to become an even more useful smart home control center, as new clues in the code of the Google app point to an innovative "Look and Talk" feature, as well as gesture control, which allows the Pix...

Hannes Brecher, 25 Oct 2023 00:52