Google Pixel 7 and 7 Pro hands-on: Slicker design, same great pricing

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Last year Google made a big change to its phones with the introduction of its custom-designed Tensor chip. By focusing on increased AI and machine learning performance, the company was able to create more advanced apps and features for its handsets without needing help from the cloud. And now with the launch of the Pixel 7 and 7 Pro alongside the Tensor G2, it feels like Google is deepening the marriage between its hardware and software. On the Pixel 7, you get a screen made from Gorilla Glass Victus, while in back, there’s an even more pronounced camera bar that now extends seamlessly from the phone’s frame across the width of the device. This should provide some added durability while still allowing the device to lie flat (well, mostly) on a table. Similar to last year, the finishes of the two phones vary slightly between models, with the Pixel 7 getting a brushed aluminum look while Pixel 7 Pro gets a shiny, polished chassis. That said, while the Pixel 7 Pro’s design is supposed to feel a bit more premium than its cheaper sibling, we actually prefer the matte look on the standard Pixel 7. One notable change for the Pixel 7 is that with a 6.3-inch 90Hz OLED screen, it’s actually a bit smaller than the last-gen Pixel 6. It’s not so much that it feels like a huge difference compared to the previous model, but it might be just enough to make the device feel nimbler, especially if you don’t have huge hands. As for the Pixel 7 Pro, Google opted for a 6.7-inch 120Hz display.

Published 2022-10-06 · Watch on YouTube ↗
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