Google Pixel/Pixel XL Review Discussions

[EnemiesInTheEnd]

Re: Pixel Reviews!

I think it is showing it is the best IN SOME CASES. It obviously isn't the end-all-be-all compared to the Galaxy S7 which is too bad but it is a VERY good camera. It looks like for my use-case, which is indoors and low-light it is probably the best. Where as the S7 is sharper in high light situations. (Other aspects of the pictures are trade-offs between the cameras) I'm pretty shocked at how much sharper the Samsung is in those good light situations though.

The S7/S7 Edge is better in low light per reviews.

 

[Tyresian]

Re: Pixel Reviews!

The S7/S7 Edge is better in low light per reviews.

It really depends on which reviews you read. I'm going based on how I like photos to look and which photos I prefer.

 

[Almeuit]

Thanks OP for all the links .

 

[Aquila]

I should be able to add my review tomorrow assuming that I actually get it finished. But I'm nowhere as experienced at reviewing phones as the linked reviews and haven't used anywhere near as many phones, so it'll just be compared to what I think I know about some and what I've experienced with others. The only reason I want to write it up is that I've been using it for longer than most of the reviewers, so I have a little bit of a grasp on how it compares to other devices I have on things like battery life, etc.

 

[SteelGator]

I should be able to add my review tomorrow assuming that I actually get it finished. But I'm nowhere as experienced at reviewing phones as the linked reviews and haven't used anywhere near as many phones, so it'll just be compared to what I think I know about some and what I've experienced with others. The only reason I want to write it up is that I've been using it for longer than most of the reviewers, so I have a little bit of a grasp on how it compares to other devices I have on things like battery life, etc.

Rebel a little and post 1 minute before your embargo lifts. You will feel great.

 

[Citizen Coyote]

Glad I held off on the pre-order in the end. Looks to be a very solid phone with an excellent camera, but as of now I don't see anything that justifies the premium price over what the competition offers (except maybe fast updates). If I needed a new phone right now, I'd seriously consider it. As an upgrade though? Seems harder to justify. I'll wait for the price to drop, or the 2017 phones to come out. Whichever comes first.

For those who did preorder (or are now wishing they had and will be picking it up), enjoy your phone!

 

[Aquila]

Glad I held off on the pre-order in the end. Looks to be a very solid phone with an excellent camera, but as of now I don't see anything that justifies the premium price over what the competition offers (except maybe fast updates). If I needed a new phone right now, I'd seriously consider it. As an upgrade though? Seems harder to justify. I'll wait for the price to drop, or the 2017 phones to come out. Whichever comes first.

For those who did preorder (or are now wishing they had and will be picking it up), enjoy your phone!

What's your current?

 

[russell1997]

from @madebygoogle

 

[Tiko7523]

Re: Pixel Reviews!

The S7/S7 Edge is better in low light per reviews.

pretty insane by Samsung to have a 7 month old Camera beat the Pixel & iPhone 7+ & be water & dust resistant.

 

[klau25]

I just finished listening to the Android Central podcast on the pixel. It's a great discussion on the pixel. They all think it's worth the price and much better than the 6p. Go listen if you can't decide if you want to upgrade or not.

 

[tcatnat]

Re: Pixel Reviews!

pretty insane by Samsung to have a 7 month old Camera beat the Pixel & iPhone 7+ & be water & dust resistant.

Based on the 3-4 reviews I read they only mentioned the Samsung camera being better in low light, but the Pixel camera wins otherwise.

 

[1901Madison]

Thanks for gathering!

 

[arthurhkt]

Android Central:
http://www.androidcentral.com/google-pixel

Verge:
Google Pixel review: Home run - The Verge

Walt Mossberg:
Mossberg: Google’s first phone is first rate - The Verge

Wired:
https://www.wired.com/2016/10/review-google-pixel/

ArsTechnica:
Google Pixel review: Bland, pricey, but still the best Android phone | Ars Technica

CNET:
https://www.cnet.com/products/google-pixel-phone/review/

Android Police:
http://www.androidpolice.com/2016/10/18/google-pixel-review-a-very-good-phone-by-google/

Gizmodo:
http://gizmodo.com/the-google-pixel-is-too-dumb-and-ugly-to-replace-your-i-1787877249?utm_campaign=socialflow_gizmodo_facebook&utm_source=gizmodo_facebook&utm_medium=socialflow

Mashable:
http://mashable.com/2016/10/18/google-pixel-xl-review/#lCSlE.MS9aqQ

TechnoBuffalo:
http://www.technobuffalo.com/reviews/google-pixel-review/

Engadget:
https://www.engadget.com/2016/10/18/google-pixel-and-pixel-xl-review/

9 to 5 Google:
https://9to5google.com/2016/10/18/google-pixel-review-androids-new-flag-bearer-isnt-perfect-but-still-one-of-the-best-phones-ever/

Android Authority:
http://www.androidauthority.com/google-pixel-xl-review-720243/

Techcrunch:
https://techcrunch.com/2016/10/18/google-pixel-xl-review/

Droid Life Camera Review:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ferxiZlirg

Digital Trends:
http://www.digitaltrends.com/cell-phone-reviews/google-pixel-review/

Tech Spot:
http://www.techspot.com/review/1265-google-pixel-xl/

USA Today:
http://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/columnist/baig/2016/10/18/google-pixel-review-assistant-camera-add-up-winner/92340136/

New York Times:
http://www.nytimes.com/2016/10/20/technology/personaltech/google-pixel-review-assessing-the-new-smartphone.html

Forbes:
http://www.forbes.com/sites/shelbycarpenter/2016/10/18/pixel-xl-review-google-android-camera/#4be0c6d37ccd

Time:
http://time.com/4533705/google-pixel-review-release-date-2016/

Business Insider:
http://www.businessinsider.com/google-pixel-review-2016-10

Independent:
http://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/gadgets-and-tech/features/google-pixel-review-xl-android-should-i-buy-best-phone-handset-price-release-date-a7367376.html

PC World:
http://www.pcworld.com/article/3131306/android/pixel-xl-review-googles-new-phone-isnt-a-nexusits-better.html

Pocket Lint:
http://www.pocket-lint.com/review/139043-google-pixel-xl-review-android-s-new-heavyweight-champion

The Inquirer:
http://www.theinquirer.net/inquirer/review/2474485/google-pixel-xl-review

Slash Gear:
http://www.slashgear.com/google-pixel-xl-review-android-embodied-for-better-or-worse-18460393/



*Posting them as I find them... Positive or Negative*

Moderator Note: Post edited to include Android Central's Pixel/Pixel XL review.

Thanks for the headup mate, the more I read the review the more I am falling in love with the Pixel series. But I can really see Google had touch up a little bit of their UI part, I wonder will Google further distant itself with the Stock Android in the future?

 

[bhatech]

Re: Pixel Reviews!

pretty insane by Samsung to have a 7 month old Camera beat the Pixel & iPhone 7+ & be water & dust resistant.

Pretty insane years will pass by and Samsung phones will have the same slow software.

 

[badMojo69]

All of these reviews and not web browsing or game playing. Seems like google was very clear on what reviewers could talk about.
I'll wait for the real reviews to come out by real owners.

 

[Ryano89]

All of these reviews and not web browsing or game playing. Seems like google was very clear on what reviewers could talk about.
I'll wait for the real reviews to come out by real owners.

Here is one..https://www.youtube.com/shared?ci=pYs8yVCBkB0

 

[EnemiesInTheEnd]

Pretty insane years will pass by and Samsung phones will have the same slow software.

They're not slow at all, as speed tests have shown. It wouldn't surprise me at all if the Pixel lost in a speed test to a Samsung.

Based on the 3-4 reviews I read they only mentioned the Samsung camera being better in low light, but the Pixel camera wins otherwise.

I've seen 3 reviews that said the Galaxy S7 camera was better overall than the Pixel phone. It loads just as fast, autofocuses faster than the Pixel, performs at least as well as the Pixel in the daytime and outperforms the Pixel at night

 

[bhatech]

They're not slow at all, as speed tests have shown. It wouldn't surprise me at all if the Pixel lost in a speed test to a Samsung.



I've seen 3 reviews that said the Galaxy S7 camera was better overall than the Pixel phone. It loads just as fast, autofocuses faster than the Pixel, performs at least as well as the Pixel in the daytime and outperforms the Pixel at night

Samsung is the best... Great phones !!!

I hope that makes you happy, meanwhile I'll enjoy my iPhone 7 plus and Pixel XL for the next few months.

 

[badMojo69]

Here is one..https://www.youtube.com/shared?ci=pYs8yVCBkB0

Nice review. I'll just hold on to my V10 until next year. I took my N7 money and got a IP7+ to fill the gap.

 

[I Can Be Your Hero]

Very nice reviews. A lot of publications saying these are the best Android phones ever. That's comforting to hear.