Google Pixel Week: Android Police’s celebration of everything Pixel
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Six years ago, Google introduced us to its first-ever Pixel smartphone. The branding had been around for a few years since its first-gen Chromebook, but the first Pixel phone was revealed on October 4, 2016. Over the last week, we’ve brought you Android Police’s first-ever Pixel Week for that sixth anniversary. Over the years, we’ve seen 11 generations of Pixel devices with 17 different handsets, and that’s before you count the newly announcedPixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro.
While the Pixel series hasn’t been without its faults, many of its handsets have been highlights of the Android space, and Google has established itself as strong competition to the big-name OEMs of Samsung, Motorola, OnePlus, and the plethora of Chinese smartphone makers on the market. And now, it’s the turn of the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro. On October 6, Google revealed everything about the next-gen phones alongside thePixel Watchand next year’sPixel Tablet.
Surrounding that date, you’ve been able to read along with Android Police’s Pixel Week, where we’ve been looking at the history of the Pixel series, deep diving into handsets, publishing editorials around Pixel handsets, and more. That all sits alongside our coverage from the Made by Google event, so if you’re a fan of the Pixel series, you’ll find that Android Police has everything you need below.
Pixel Week 2022’s big features
I want optical zoom on the Google Pixel 7 and I want it now
Better cropping algorithms or not, telephoto is more valuable than ultra-wide. That’s what our Google Editor, Manuel Vonau, believes.
Android 13: The 8 best new features
If you own a Pixel phone, you likely have the latest Android 13 software on your phone. These are our eight favorite features you’ve got; if you don’t, they’ll be ready and waiting on the Pixel 7.
Why Google’s Pixel Watch has to be the Apple Watch of Android to succeed
Unless the Pixel Watch offers a significant advantage over other Wear OS watches, it’s doomed. That’s the opinion of Android Police’s Google Editor Manuel Vonau - find out why.
Still using a Google Pixel 2 or Pixel 3? Why you should (or shouldn’t) upgrade to the Pixel 6
Are you using an older Pixel device that hasn’t been on the upgrade list for Android 13? If so, you may want to read our guide on whether it’s time to embrace a newer Pixel.
How to get the best astrophotography results with the Google Pixel
If you own a Pixel, we’ll talk you through the best shots you’re able to get when you walk out of the house at night.
Android’s themed icons make no sense
Themed icons may look beautiful, but who are they for?
Made by Google event announcements
October 6 was the Made by Google event, where we saw the introduction of the Google Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro, and Pixel Watch - you can read some of our best coverage around the new phones and smartwatch below.
New Nest announcements
Earlier in the week, Google announced a range of new Nest products and software changes. Here are the highlights:
Google’s new wired Nest Doorbell is here a whole year after being teased
It has been a whole year since Google first teased its wired Nest Doorbell, and now you can finally buy it. Here are the details you need to know.
Google’s new Nest Wifi Pro upgrades your mesh network to Wi-Fi 6E for a hefty price
The new Nest Wifi Pro brings Wi-Fi 6E compatibility, so you’ll get a 6GHz band alongside the 2.4Ghz and 5GHz networks you’re used to. It’s not cheap, though.
The Google Home app is getting some much-needed renovations
Google took October 4 to announce a variety of new Nest products, and it also revealed it would be renovating its Google home app.
