A look at Google’s Pixel phones

There’s been plenty of rumors resurfacing lately about the Pixel 4 and we like them. Google has a pretty good track record of really awesome devices and the Pixel 3 is living proof of that. It’s still considered the best camera in the market for a smartphone beat maybe by the RED Hydrogen but not a lot of people are aware it even exists. For those who don’t know about RED they’re a huge camera company. Their cameras are used in feature films and they compete head to head with Arri.

Anyway, I digress.

Companies are now agressively fighting to be the best. LG released an amazing flagship phone and what’s even more agressive is the price. Still expensive but way less expensive than Samsung’s latest release. Now Pixel is out there trying to change the game by providing one of the best phones in the market and one of their biggest key features is that beautiful camera. It takes amazing photos. It’s still one of the biggest reasons people choose Pixel over any other smartphone. With social media being a key part of our every day lives it makes sense that everyone wants that sharp, HDR on all their photos. They want customization. They want sharpness. They want that shallow depth of field we see in DSLR cameras. Google delivers.

But lets dig a little further, shall we?

Google’s latest release was a budget phone called the Pixel 3a or Pixel 3a XL for the larger model. Despite being a budget phone, it actually has really impressive features including a 12.2MP dual pixel 670 camera, a qualcomm snapdragon processor, 4GB of RAM, 64GB of storage, 3000mhp battery and more. What’s amazing is that this phone starts at $300 and it has better specs than Apple’s iPhone that starts at out $999.99. Google’s Pixel 3’s specs are similar to their 3a counterparts except for the hefty snapdragon 845 processor but both phones have the same incredible camera and what makes it so much better than any other in the market is the way the operating system allows it to work.

Now let’s talk about the rumors for the up and coming Pixel 4. Oh boy there is so much going on and so much being said. A leak from Jon Prosser on his YouTube channel suggests that there will not be any physical buttons and will feature a punch Hole cut out for their front facing cameras much like the Samsung S10 and in display fingertip sensor. There’s been some patents release that show a completely notchless phone which adds to the rumors of maybe a punch cut out for front facing camera. The back is expected to feature a new dual lens camera which will either feature a telephoto lens or ultrawide lens. The Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL are expected to be announced during the second week of October and until then we’ll keep you posted with the latest news on this superphone.

Should you upgrade to the Galaxy S10 or S10+?

It’s that time where your phone is so slow you can barely run YouTube without it freezing and crashing. What about your text messages? Being delayed? Maybe the GPS isn’t working right so you’re cursing your service provider because the data is just too slow. Or maybe it’s time for a new phone. Maybe that Galaxy S7 isn’t holding the charge like it used to. Maybe you just want to upgrade that Galaxy S9 to get a fresh new feel with that completely notchless screen that Samsung is offering.

But should you?

The answer varies. We know the specs of a Samsung phone are always going to be top notch. The Galaxy S10 now offers three back facing cameras and the front camera in the form of a punch cut out. While the Galaxy S10+ offers an extra selfie camera in the front.

We’ve all see the phone is pretty and holds up pretty well with the 8GB of RAM and 3400mAh battery. It will last longer, it is way more powerful than their predecessor and let’s be real, Samsung has one of the best cameras in the market (although I still think the Pixel 3 has them beat) I would say that if you really need to the Galaxy S10 is an incredible upgrade. Especially if you’re all about the beautiful cameras. Do I think the price is justified? Probably not. I don’t think any of the flagship phone prices are justified for what they are (except maybe the OnePlus 7 Pro). But if you’re a Samsung lover and you’re a tech lover and you really see yourself using the phone to its full potential so I say go for it.

Just keep in mind that the phone starts at $899.99 and the s10+ $899.99. It’s a hefty price for a phone but who am I to talk? I’ve spent that and more on phones.

The software is buttery smooth and oh so very fast. It’s got a large display and so seamless even with cut out at the top. (Ahem Apple and their whack notch at the top need to take some pointers.)

I’d say if you have a Galaxy s8 or lower? You should definitely upgrade. If you have a Galaxy s9? I’d say stick it out for the next Galaxy phone! There’s always a new phone around the corner. Am I the only one super excited about what they’ll be doing with the Note 10? Anyway! I leave you guys with that food for thought and hope that my input has helped someone.