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GSM Arena
5 hours ago
- GSM Arena
Deals: Apple iPhone 16 series vs. Google Pixel 9 series
Samsung's new Galaxy Z foldables will be on pre-order for another week, so let's look at Apple and Google offerings instead – both the iPhone 16 and Pixel 9 series have some solid price cuts at the moment. Starting with the big guns, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and Google Pixel 9 Pro XL have 6.9' and 6.8' displays, respectively, 120Hz LTPO panels. Both have capable cameras, though the Pixel seemingly has the upper hand with a 48MP 113mm periscope compared to 12MP 120mm on the iPhone. Check out our iPhone 16 Pro Max vs. Pixel 9 Pro XL article for camera samples and a detailed comparison of the two flagships. The Apple iPhone 16 Pro and Google Pixel 9 Pro both have 6.3' displays, but the iPhone is 3mm shorter and 0.5mm narrower. Both weigh 199g. Also, both have the same cameras as their larger siblings. Unfortunately, Amazon is quite low on Pixel 9 Pro units right now. Google Pixel 9 Pro €50 off Read our review 16/128GB - €749 at Amazon DE Google has no direct competitor to the Apple iPhone 16 Plus – it's basically an iPhone 16 with a larger 6.7' display and a larger 4,674mAh battery. So, we move on to the 6.1' Apple iPhone 16 and 6.3' Google Pixel 9. The Pixel has the bigger main camera sensor (50MP 1/1.31' vs. 48MP 1/1.56') and higher resolution ultra-wide (48MP vs. 12MP), however, the iPhone has better battery life (per our Active use test it's 15:42h vs. 13:05h). Finally, the cheap models. Though in the case of the Apple iPhone 16e we probably have to use air quotes around 'cheap'. This €600+ phone has a single camera on the back, a tiny 48MP 1/2.55' sensor at that. The Google Pixel 9a at least has a 13MP ultra-wide to stand next to the 48MP 1/2.0' main. The iPhone also has a wide notch eating into its 6.1' display, while the punch hole on the 6.3' Pixel display is less bothersome. The Apple A18 is faster than the Tensor G4, but the Pixel gets better battery life (12:42h vs. 11:53h), though that is largely due to the bigger battery. We may get a commission from qualifying sales.
The Verge
18 hours ago
- The Verge
Nothing Phone 3 review: flagship-ish
Nothing says that the Phone 3 is its 'first true flagship phone,' and it has put its money where its mouth is. The phone is getting a full US launch, and at $799, it costs exactly the same as a Pixel 9, Galaxy S25, or iPhone 16. That makes reviewing the Phone 3 refreshingly simple, because there are only two real questions that matter: is this as good as those three? And will it be as good as what we're expecting from the new Pixel and iPhone models that are right around the corner? The answer is going to come down to how much you like its unique look. The bad news for Nothing is that the Phone 3's design is more divisive than any out there, even among Nothing's biggest fans. 6 Verge Score The Phone 3 is the first Nothing phone to ditch the Glyph interface, an abstract pattern of LED dots and strips that became Nothing's design trademark when the Phone 1 launched in 2022. In its place is something smaller and subtler: a circular dot matrix display dubbed the Glyph Matrix. The Glyph Matrix can display pictures and icons, so instead of trying to remember which light show you programmed for phone calls from your mom, you can set an emoji to represent her (you could even use a photo, but these are just as illegible as the old lights when rendered on the dot matrix). You can use Nothing's preselected designs or generate your own from an image, but if you want to use a specific emoji or app icon, then you'll need to get a hold of the image file yourself to convert it. This all needs to be enabled manually, contact by contact, app by app, so it's a fair bit of work to set up. The Glyph Matrix can also do sensible things like display the time or remaining battery, stranger things like run a solar clock or frame a selfie using the rear camera, and downright weird stuff like play rock, paper, scissors or spin the bottle. Practical or not, these are collectively dubbed Glyph Toys, and you can cycle through them using a hidden haptic button on the phone's rear. You can set the clocks or battery indicator to run perpetually as a form of always-on display, too, which is a boring use case but the best part of it for me. The end result is a system that's a little more practical than it used to be — though it doesn't do a whole lot to dispel accusations that it's a gimmick — but feels less unique, following in the wake of several years of Asus ROG phones that have similar second screens. It also leaves the rest of the phone's rear oddly bare. Lots has been written already about the phone's asymmetric camera placement, but it's the barren white space that bothers me more. Nothing's design language is all about details and doohickeys that draw the eye and hint at the hardware underneath. But here, there's a cramped cluster of cameras and other details at the phone's top, and at the bottom there's a whole lot of, well, nothing. I love the look of the company's other hardware, but the Phone 3 is its first design dud — too busy at the top and too empty everywhere else. Nothing's distinct design language runs through the software. Nothing OS 3.5, based on Android 15, is minimalist and monochrome, with plenty of customizability — right down to details like the layout of the quick settings menu. The grayscale looks great, though it's a little unhelpful when you're trying to find an app icon in a rush, but you can always switch to Android's standard colorful icons if you prefer. A new AI-powered global search bar helps, too, pulling up apps, contacts, settings, and more. The other big AI features are found in the returning Essential Space, triggered by a dedicated hardware key to save screenshots and voice notes, which the AI will analyze to give you reminders about events or tasks, with a new option to add events to Google Calendar. It can also summarize audio recordings, though you're limited to 300 minutes a month, with no option to buy more, and you only get a summary, not a full transcript. But there's more to being a flagship than just looking the part. Nothing angered some fans by boasting about the Phone 3's 'flagship' Snapdragon 8S Gen 4 chipset, which is also found in the $399 Poco F7. And sure, this is a chip for the lower end of the flagship space, less powerful than the Snapdragon 8 Elite you'll find in the Galaxy S25. But Google's Pixel line has delivered less pure power ever since the company switched to in-house Tensor chips, and the 8S Gen 4 is competitive with that. It hasn't lagged or stuttered over my couple weeks with the phone, photo processing is fast enough, and it handles gaming comfortably. Some specs are strong: 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage are great for the base model, delivering double the space of rivals. The 5,150mAh battery is larger than the alternatives and lasts the day comfortably, while 65W wired charging is the fastest of the lot. The bright 120Hz OLED display doesn't stand apart from the competition outside of being bigger at 6.67 inches. Nothing's earlier cameras were competent, but that doesn't cut it for a flagship. Nothing upgraded the Phone 3's hardware with a triple rear camera that uses 50-megapixel sensors across the board — including the selfie camera — outpacing all its rivals on resolution. It says it's made software tweaks, too, prioritizing richer shadows and natural highlights. The main camera works well in good light through dusk. Some shots have the flat sheen of excessive HDR effects, removing the contrast and detail, though Nothing's post-processing is more restrained than some. Results drop off once it gets dark, though, and the camera overexposes highlights and crushes blacks in the process. The telephoto is the best feature this camera has going for it, partly because the iPhone 16 and Pixel 9 don't have one. The color tuning differs from the main lens, being flatter and colder, but it takes photos with an attractive, natural bokeh effect, especially in macro mode. Overall, the cameras lag a little behind the competition, but this telephoto might be a tempting reason to consider it — though with the Pixel 10 rumored to jump to three cameras, that advantage might disappear. Back to the big question: should you buy this over other flagships? The Phone 3 comes with more storage, a bigger battery, and faster charging. It's likely to beat the upcoming Pixel and iPhone models on those fronts. But neither the chipset nor the cameras keep up, and there's a risk that those gaps grow over the next few months. Still, none of those other flagships look like this. Depending on your taste, that may be a point in their favor. I don't love the Phone 3's design. But it's distinctive, and the Glyph Matrix could be powerful if you take the time to customize it. If that appeals, then the Nothing Phone 3 is a unique flagship. Just make sure you're happy with putting form over function. Photos by Dominic Preston / The Verge
India Today
2 days ago
- India Today
Google Pixel 10 vs Pixel 9: What to expect
Google Pixel 10 vs Pixel 9: What to expect By Unnati Gusain Google has recently announced Made by Google 2025 event, which is expected to unveil its upcoming flagship. The Pixel 10 is set to launch on August 20. Here is how it will be different than Pixel 9. Google Pixel 10 launch If rumours are to be believed, the Pixel 10 series will closely resemble last year's Pixel 9 lineup. Goolge Pixel 10 design The Pixel 10 series is expected to be powered by Google's new Tensor G5 chipset, which — for the first time — is reportedly being manufactured by TSMC. Pixel 10 Processor In the heart, the Pixel 9 is powered by Google's Tensor G4 processor, paired with the Titan M2 security coprocessor. Pixel 9 processor Another big change could be the inclusion of a telephoto lens on the base Pixel 10 model — a first for a non-Pro Pixel. Pixel 10 camera For photography, the Pixel 9 smartphone houses a dual-rear camera setup, consisting of a 50-megapixel main camera with OIS and a 48-megapixel ultrawide lens. Pixel 9 Camera Pixel 10 will arrive with the final version of Android 16. Pixel 10 OS Pixel 9 runs on Android 14 and promises 7 years of Android OS and security updates, so you are getting long-term software support. Pixel 9 OS
Engadget
2 days ago
- Engadget
The Morning After: The next Google Pixel event kicks off on August 20
What can you expect from Google's Made By Pixel event? Well, according to the media invite we got (brag), it's promising new Pixel phones, watches, buds and more. Last year, that was true. The same event gave us the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, Pixel 9 Pro Fold, Pixel Watch 3 and Pixel Buds Pro 2. I think that was everything? As for that 'and more' part, recent rumors suggest Google is working on Pixelsnap, a proper response to Apple's MagSafe tech. Android phones have been slow to adopt the Qi2 wireless charging standard — I mean, check out all of Samsung's recent phones. But… wireless charging? I hope Google has something more exciting planned. — Mat Smith Get Engadget's newsletter delivered direct to your inbox. Subscribe right here! The death of compact cameras has been exaggerated. If it's not the viral Fujifilm X100 series, it's Sony's vlogging cameras and now an update to its RX1R fixed-lens compact. Coming nearly 10 years after the RX1R II, it features a 61MP Exmor R sensor, along with Sony's latest image processing advancements and top-notch object tracking, supported by 693 phase-detection AF points. Why not 694, eh? It won't match Sony's A7 full-frame cameras, but video-wise, it can capture 10-bit 4K video at up to 30 fps. The kicker, though, is the price. While the Mark II was a heady $3,300, the RX1R III is a bank balance-shaking $5,100. And if you want a thumb grip? 300 bucks. Thanks! Continue reading. Samsung has taken its premier foldable to the next level. With the Galaxy Z Fold 7, it's improved the size (thinner), battery life (longer) and camera (sharper, higher resolution) and that's without talking about the improved, bigger displays and even tougher build. According to Sam Rutherford's review, it's 'foldable phone nirvana.' The price of folding enlightenment is still $2,000. Continue reading. You can subscribe to Quicken Simplifi for only $3 per month, which is half off its usual $6-per-month price. Notably, you pay for the whole year, instead of month to month. When we tested out several budgeting services and apps, Quicken Simplifi was our choice for best budget app overall. With its easy-to-use interface, it excels at tracking regular income and bills. Just don't overthink the whole spending money to save money thing. Continue reading.
Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Business
- Daily Mirror
Top Tech: Google sets Pixel 10 launch date as Pixel 9 falls to new low price
We finally have a date for the next Made By Google event where the tech giant is expected to unveil its new Pixel 10 smartphone range, but the previous model has jus dropped by more than £300. Google has finally set a date for the new Pixel 10 launch. The tech giant has confirmed its annual Made by Google event will be held on August 20 in New York City, where it will showcase its latest Pixel devices including phones, watches and earbuds. Chief among these is the new Pixel smartphone series, which is expected to include the Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 XL and Pixel 10 Pro Fold. The latest range is likely to follow a similar design to the Pixel 9 range, while its processing power will be upgraded with the Tensor 5 chip, according to the Daily Express. Official details are being kept under wraps, so there's no word yet on the price of the new models, but if history is anything to go by, we could expect the standard Pixel 10 to debut at £799 – the Pixel 9's 2024 launch price. This matches the launch price of both the Apple iPhone 16 and Samsung Galaxy S25, but it's still quite a price tag. However, ahead of the launch, prices for Google's previous handset, the Pixel 9, have been dropping across the web. The biggest price cut we've seen is at Amazon, where an unlocked Google Pixel 9 256GB has been reduced from £899 to £597 – a £302 discount and a new low, according to price tracker camelcamelcamel. There's also a big drop on the 128GB model as it drops from £799 to £549, which could persuade shoppers not to hold out for the new model. Both deals are for the Obsidian black handset, with prices varying for the Peony, Porcelain and Wintergreen editions. Amazon isn't the only retailer tempting Google fans though, as Sky Mobile offers the Pixel 9 128GB for £21 when spreading the cost. The catch is that this price comes on a 36-month contract and has a £12 upfront cost. It's also worth noting that the price is just for the handset, so buyers must also take out a Sky data plan ranging from £0 for 100MB to £20 for unlimited. A more cost-effective option comes via Currys-back retailer which is also throwing in free Pixel Buds A Series, Pixel Buds Pro 2 or Pixel Watch 3 with select plans. A decent entry-level tariff is iD Mobile's £24.99 per month plan, with £9 upfront. Although more expensive than Sky's handset cost, this also comes with 100GB of data, so there's no data add-on needed here. Do remember that, like most providers, iD Mobile plans to raise its prices every April, with this tariff increasing to £26.49 from April 2026 and £27.99 from April 2027. This brings the total ownership cost to £635.76, making Amazon the most affordable option for those happy to buy outright. Google has some stiff competition, though, with the new Samsung Z Flip7 due to launch on July 25. Sky is just one of the retailers tempting shoppers into getting their orders in early by throwing in a Galaxy Watch8 worth £319 and offering 512GB storage for the price of 256GB on its £35 plan. But the Google Pixel 9 has won over Amazon customers, who have awarded it an average 4.4-star rating. One satisfied shopper said: 'Excellent product. Has a sleek design and lightweight, lovely features and great value for money. It is also very easy to use.' Another said: 'Good all-round phone. Good, solid case. Clear screen with Android 14 but upgraded to 15. Includes Gemini AI software. Seems intuitive, but only time will tell how useful it is.' The same buyer noted a downside, adding: 'Only criticism is no SD card slot to increase memory. If you take and store a lot of photos you will have to keep transferring to another memory medium.' While another five-star review said: 'Brilliant. Phone feels quality, build is excellent. The transfer of data from a Samsung S21 was simple. The camera is excellent. OS is less fussy than Samsung.'
