I’ve had a Galaxy S24 Ultra in my pocket since launch week, and the honeymoon ended the moment I zoomed in on a moving subject. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 never broke a sweat, the 120Hz AMOLED stayed buttery, but the camera kept missing the shot I actually wanted. Now, the big camera overhaul we’ve […]
Tag: Android updates
Pixel 8a software makes midrange feel flagship
The Pixel 8a’s price says midrange, but its software roadmap is basically flagship. While Samsung’s A35 and A55 win on battery and hardware polish, Google is betting everything on AI features and update longevity. The question is whether the Pixel 8a’s software can actually deliver for seven years. Tensor G3 in a $499 phone changes […]
Pixel 7a proves budget Android isn’t dead yet
I’ve carried the Pixel 7a as my secondary phone for six months, hopping between Android betas, minor patches, and feature drops. When Android Police called it the only budget Android phone worth buying at $374, I didn’t exactly spit out my coffee—but I also didn’t nod along blindly. The Pixel 7a might be the most […]
Android 15 preview on Pixel: exciting but hollow
If you’re itching to install Android 15 Developer Preview on your Pixel, you probably expect more than a slightly shinier Android 14. You’re not wrong to hesitate. Google has pushed out Android 15 Developer Preview 2 for recent Pixel phones, and yes, you can flash it right now. But this early build says more about […]