Steve was a Senior Writer at AP, where he covered over 40 smartphones a year. Steve has carried the latest and greatest around in his pocket for nearly 30 years, with everything from Motorola StarTACs ...

Is now the time to upgrade from the Pixel 7a to the brand-new Pixel 9a? Well, maybe. However, there is more to the equation than meets the eye. Here’s what you need to know. Google’s Pixel series ...

I've been writing about Android since 2011, with a focus on device reviews, Samsung and Google Pixel hardware, and the latest happenings in the ecosystem. In my entire writing career, I've reviewed ...

Google announced its new mid-range smartphone in March 2025, the Pixel 9a. We’ve already compared it to its predecessor, the Pixel 8a, and we’re here to tackle another comparison, this time with an ...

The Pixel has always been my Android phone of choice. The 1st party offering from the giant Google has always made sense with outstanding cameras and smooth, stock Android software. One of the newest ...

Google paused the December 2025 update rollout for the Pixel 7a. Google could issue a mid-cycle hotfix or bundle everything into January’s update instead. Google’s December 2025 update rollout has ...

Google’s upcoming A series smartphone, the Pixel 8a, has been a subject of anticipation, with leaks providing insights into ...

Google is finally responding to customer complaints over bulging Pixel 7a batteries by enacting an Extended Repair Program for the device. Pending eligibility, Google will replace affected batteries ...

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Holding onto an old Android phone from Samsung, Google, or Motorola? It might be time to finally give in and upgrade.

Google’s ongoing Android 17 beta is now preparing the subsequent feature and maintenance updates following the main Android 17 ...

Google’s Pixel 7a, launched in 2023, is facing a battery swelling problem, prompting the company to roll out an Extended Repair Program. Affected users can claim a one-time free battery replacement or ...