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Google is ending the year with a big update for Pixel devices

Google is ending the year with a big update for Pixel devices – By Chris Welch The Verge
Google is bringing some sophisticated new AI smarts to the Pixel 8 Pro today, but it’s not stopping there. The company is also rolling out its December feature drop for Pixel hardware, which includes two big software features for the 8 Pro — but plenty of new tricks for other devices as well.

Google Pixel Is No Longer an “Enthusiast” Phone

Google Pixel Is No Longer an “Enthusiast” Phone, Thanks to Skyrocketing Sales – By Andrew Heinzman How-To Geek
Historically speaking, Google’s smartphones have never been all that popular. The Google Pixel (and its predecessor, the Nexus) have always been described as “enthusiast” phones—they enjoy plenty of critical acclaim, but they hardly make a dent in the larger smartphone market. Now, the tides are beginning to change.

Google Pixel’s Call Screen

Google Pixel’s Call Screen gets a simpler Protection Level menu – By Rajesh Pandey Android Police

Call Screen is one of the best features of Google’s Pixel phones. It does a great job at automatically blocking spam and robocalls. Plus, you have the option of manually screening a call as well when you want to know why the person is calling. On the Pixel 6 and 7 series, you get automatic call screening, so your phone can screen calls magically and block spam calls, thereby saving you time.

Google Pixel’s Best Music Feature Is Getting Even Better

Google Pixel’s Best Music Feature Is Getting Even Better – By Andrew Heinzman Review Geek
We’re always impressed by the Google Pixel’s exclusive “Now Playing” feature, which automatically identifies songs on your lock screen. But more interestingly, Pixel smartphones keep a record of all identified songs. And Google is expanding this particular feature with “Summaries.”

Pixel Watch, and Pixel Phone deals

Unleash the trifecta: Pixel Watch, Pixel Buds, and Pixel Phone deals you can’t miss! – By Gabriel Brangers chromeunboxed.com

Robby already highlighted some very solid deals on Google’s Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro smartphones but those aren’t the only Pixel devices currently enjoying some savory discounts. As far as the phones are concerned, you can save as much as $300 on a new Pixel if you pick one up at Best Buy and activate it today on your existing phone plan.

Pixel 7/7Pro deals

These Pixel 7/7Pro deals makes it tough to even consider waiting for the Pixel 7a – By Robby Payne chromeunboxed.com
I’ve said it before and I repeat it again: I’m unsure exactly how Google plans to introduce the upcoming Pixel 7a into the lineup this year. The latest rumors are putting the new Pixel 7a likely around $499 at launch. Though it does come with some notable upgrades versus the outgoing mid-ranger from Google in the Pixel 6a, none of the spec improvements are looking likely to make for a better phone than the existing Pixel 7.

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