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Verizon mistakenly shows a 256GB variant for both the Google Pixel and Google Pixel XL

The first smartphone designed by Google is a hit, as you probably already know. The Google Pixel and Google Pixel XL are both available with 32GB or 128GB of internal storage, although if you go to Verizon"s website you might get the impression that a 256GB variant is being offered. To see exac..

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128GB Google Pixel XL ordered in November, will ship in March

If you"re a Verizon customer, you might be still waiting for the delivery of your 128GB Google Pixel XL. You might recall that Verizon has had trouble keeping this model of Google"s first smartphone in stock. Today, one of our loyal readers told us about his order for the phone, which was ..

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Asus Zenfone 3 Zoom camera tech explained: Telephoto lens, Portrait mode and Dual Pixel auto focus

The Asus Zenfone 3 Zoom features an innovative dual-camera system similar to that of the iPhone 7 Plus: a main, wide-angle camera, and a secondary, "Zoom" camera that allows you to look closer without the typical loss of detail that comes with digital zooming.
But how does it work and how ..

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Asus ZenFone AR and Asus ZenFone 3 Zoom vs iPhone 7 Plus, Google Pixel XL, LG V20 and others: size comparison

Asus just revealed a duo of smartphones at CES in Las Vegas, both of which stand out with unique features. These are the ZenFone 3 Zoom and the ZenFone AR.
The Zoom is a 5.5-incher geared toward smartphone shutterbugs with its dual-camera setup with optical zoom, while the ZenFone AR is a 5.7-inch p..

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January security update is now being sent out by Google for Pixel and Nexus devices

Another month has just begun, so it"s time to welcome it with a new monthly Android security update. Google usually outs these on the first Monday of each month, but it"s made an exception this time around, probably having to do with the New Year or something.
Anyway, the security bulletin is up and it lists all of the vulnerabilities that have been fixed. As always, there are two security patch level strings – one will make your phone show the January 1 security update level, the other uses January 5. The latter is the more complete of the two, and it"s what devices supported by Google are getting.
Speaking of which, the company has already made factory images and OTA zip files of the new update available for the Pixel and Pixel XL (two for each, in fact, with build numbers NMF26U and NMF26V), Huawei Nexus 6P (N4F26I and N4F26J), LG Nexus 5X (N4F26I), Pixel C (N4F26I), HTC Nexus 9 (N4F26M), and Asus Nexus Player (NMF26R). If you feel like something"s missing from..

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January security patch rolling out to Nexus and Pixel devices

Google Pixel XL
Google has released the January security patch for supported Nexus and Pixel devices. A previous report suggested the search giant could start the rollout of the security update in early January, and today we"ve got confirmation directly from Google.
Android 7.1.1 Nougat factor..

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Beautiful wintry wallpapers in ultra high-res, perfect for your Pixel XL, LG V20, Galaxy S7/S7 Edge, HTC 10 and others

With winter in full swing, no one would blame you if you"d rather just tuck in for a few months and wait for things to warm up a bit. However, if you are one of those people who just can"t get enough of the snow outside and want to take some of that wintry magic everywhere they go, we&#039..

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Best wallet cases for Google Pixel and Pixel XL

If you own a Google Pixel or Pixel XL, and you"re a fan of wallet cases but you didn"t manage to buy one for your new phone yet, we"re here to help. We went on a mission to search for the best wallet cases for the Google Pixel and Pixel XL, and we think we found them. We"re invit..

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Google Pixel users report experiencing the nefarious Nexus 6P shutdown bug

Once Google Nexus 6P owners started receiving the Android 7 Nougat update, a lot of them reported that their phones would lose all their remaining charge once the battery drops to somewhere below the 30% mark and would turn off until connected to a charger. Initially, this was believed to be a softw..

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Google Pixel and Pixel XL will get the January security patches next week, according to Verizon

Last week we heard that the Android January security patch would be released for the Huawei Nexus 6P in Australia on January 4. And today Verizon has basically confirmed that the rollout of the next update for the mobile devices supported by Google will take place next week.
Verizon says the Google Pixel and Pixel XL will both be graced with a new update starting on January 3, which is next Tuesday. There"s no changelog, just a line of text saying that it brings “the most up to date Android security patch”, so there are no new features to talk about this time around.
The build number for this upcoming release will be NMF26U. This information isn"t surprising in the slightest, since Google likes to put out new security updates on the first Monday of each month. Since the first Monday of January 2017 is a holiday, it makes sense that the push would start one day late in this instance. Also note that the Motorola Nexus 6 will probably receive its first build of Android 7.1.1 N..

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OnePlus 3T vs. Google Pixel XL: Bargain bin

Half the price, but just as good? Episode 2 of our Bargain bin comparisons pits the Google Pixel XL against the OnePlus 3T. The first Phone by Google versus the Flagship killer, generation 3.5. The droid priced to match the iPhone against a high-end phone that won"t break your bank.
If there ever was a perfect match for this series – this is it. They"ve both got the latest and greatest chipset, a 5.5-inch AMOLEDs, aluminum bodies, vanilla Android, even their battery capacities are similar. And the price premium? The Pixel XL would easily cost you 2x the price of the OnePlus 3T.
Admittedly, there are aspects where some difference in class can be observed. For example, the 3T"s display resolution is FullHD, while the Pixel XL sports a VR-suitable QHD panel. Google"s phone is also running the latest Android 7.1 Nougat, while the 3T is still on good ol" Marshmallow, though an update is already in the works.
But in other areas, the 3T is actually superior (at lea..

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Google Pixel vs Pixel XL: which one is right for me?

So, you"ve decided to grab one of Google"s first-ever flagships to proudly tote the Google name? That"s awesome, both the Pixel and the Pixel XL are awesome smartphones and you"re likely to be happy with your purchase. But… wait… which one is the better choice for you?
If you..

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Smartphone Comparison – Xperia XZ vs. Pixel XL

Gadgets Smartphone Comparison – Xperia XZ vs. Pixel XL
Elroy Bethell – December 26, 2016 5:00 AM
Recipient E-mail Sender E-mail Not a fan of Apple or Samsung? How about Sony or Google? Enter the Sony Xperia XZ and the Google Pixel. These are two very well made smartphones that w..

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Some Google Pixel phones can randomly freeze and become unresponsive for minutes

Tens of Google Pixel users (both Pixel and Pixel XL) are reporting that their phones randomly experience software freezes that render them unusable from anywhere between a few seconds (in the best case) to several minutes.
There"s a long discussion about this issue over at the official Pixel U..

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Google tells Pixel XL owner: Buy another device

We"ve been following the plight of Mark Buckman. He"s the Google Pixel XL owner who has been producing videos of the audio problem that has afflicted not one, not two, not three, not four but five Pixel XL units that he has owned. According to Buckman (and from the evidence we have seen on..

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Google tells Pixel XL owner: "Buy another device"

We"ve been following the plight of Mark Buckman. He"s the Google Pixel XL owner who has been producing videos of the audio problem that has afflicted not one, not two, not three, not four but five Pixel XL units that he has owned. According to Buckman (and from the evidence we have seen on..

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Got a new Pixel? Activate it on Sprint and get up to $325 of your cash back. Well, sort of

As you know, you"ve got two choices if you want a brand-new Pixel — either get a Verizon carrier edition or an unlocked one directly from Google. And getting the latter one will broaden your options of providers. Earlier this year, T-Mobile proudly proclaimed that the Pixel works great on its 4..

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Google prepping a fix for the Double-tap to wake bug on the Pixel and Pixel XL?

You can enable Double-tap to wake on the phone
We"ve told you all about the speaker bug that appears to afflict the Google Pixel and the Google Pixel XL. With the volume cranked up, the Pixel and Pixel XL"s speakers suffer from static and distortion. We told you about a workaround that inv..

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Google Pixel currently going for $625 in US - a $24 price cut

If you are in the US, and are planning to purchase the Google Pixel, you"ll be glad to know that the device is currently going for $625 in the country. Specifically, Newegg has the 32GB, Quite Black variant listed on its website for that price.
A quick look at the Mountain View, California-based company"s online store reveals that the device is being officially sold for $649, meaning purchasing from Newegg will save you around $25. The promo runs until Tuesday next week, so those interested in availing the offer have a few days at hand.
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