Google revises Pixel repair policy, possibility of not repairing devices with unauthorized parts

Google revises Pixel repair policy, possibility of not repairing devices with unauthorized parts

Google has recently updated its repair policy for Pixel devices that are shipped with unauthorized parts after facing criticism for its previous stance on the matter. The original policy did not allow for the repair of devices with unauthorized parts and stated that the devices would not be returned to the owner. The new policy … Read more

Save big this Memorial Day with discounts on Samsung Galaxy gear, Google Pixel Watch 2, OnePlus, and more!

Save big this Memorial Day with discounts on Samsung Galaxy gear, Google Pixel Watch 2, OnePlus, and more!

Memorial Day has brought in a wave of deals on various tech products, including Samsung Galaxy Tabs, smartphones, Google Pixel devices, and more. Samsung’s Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ 12.4-inch with S Pen is now available for $479, while the Galaxy Tab S9 11-inch with 256 GB storage is priced under $720. The Galaxy Tab S6 … Read more

Which mid-range phone, Google Pixel 8a or Google Pixel 7a, is the better purchase?

Which mid-range phone, Google Pixel 8a or Google Pixel 7a, is the better purchase?

The article compares the Google Pixel 8a and Google Pixel 7a, two mid-range smartphones from Google. The Pixel 8a features slight improvements over the Pixel 7a, with a brighter and smoother display, better performance with a new Tensor G3 chip, and access to new AI tricks. Both phones have similar camera setups, with a 64MP … Read more

Weather app icon missing on Pixel devices

Weather app icon missing on Pixel devices

Google introduced a dedicated “Weather” icon on Pixel phones and tablets in December, but it has recently been removed. This shortcut appeared via a server-side update on most Pixel devices, representing the sun and a cloud without the Google app icon. It was also noticed on newly configured Pixel phones earlier this month. However, the … Read more

Google decides to partner with TSMC instead of Samsung for Pixel 10’s Tensor chip

Google decides to partner with TSMC instead of Samsung for Pixel 10’s Tensor chip

Google has decided to switch from Samsung Foundry to TSMC for the manufacturing of its next-generation Tensor G5 chip, which will be used in the Pixel 10 series. The chip is being manufactured using TSMC’s 4nm process, as revealed by information detected by AndroidAuthority. The new chip, codenamed ‘Laguna Beach’, has been sent to an … Read more

Proof of a “Samsung-free” Tensor G5 chip in the Pixel 10: Successor to Google Pixel 9

Proof of a “Samsung-free” Tensor G5 chip in the Pixel 10: Successor to Google Pixel 9

A recent discovery in an import/export database has revealed the first evidence of a new chip revision for the upcoming successor to the Pixel 9, expected to arrive in 2025. This new chip, known as Tensor G5, marks a departure from the previous four generations of Google Tensor chips and will not be produced by … Read more

Should Google Keep Producing Pixel A-Series Phones?

Should Google Keep Producing Pixel A-Series Phones?

Google introduced the Pixel 8a alongside its I/O event, sparking discussions about the future of the A-series lineup and Google’s smartphone offerings. Reviews of the Pixel 8a have been generally positive, but there are concerns about its place in the market, especially with ongoing discounts on the higher-end Pixel 8 and 8 Pro models. The … Read more