Uswitch comments on the launch of the Google Pixel 7
Ru Bhikha, mobiles expert at Uswitch.com, comments: “Google teased us with a brief glimpse of the Pixel 7 earlier this year, but today has delivered a more in-depth look at its new flagship range.
“Last month’s iPhone 14 launch saw Apple save the biggest upgrades for its top-spec Pro models, and it seems that Google has followed suit.
“Introducing the Tensor G2 chip in both handsets is a big step forward for Google, showing its mobile hardware can stand toe to toe with Apple and Samsung on innovation.
“One clever feature is Call Screen, which intercepts calls from unknown numbers and detects scammers without you having to answer. The new Clear Calling software also helps users to eliminate background noise during a call, such as wind or traffic, making it easier to have a conversation free from distractions.
“The Pixel range has always pushed the envelope on photography and the new handset looks to build on Google’s claim to have the most advanced smartphone camera in the world.
“As well as its popular Magic Eraser camera software, the Pixel 7 now includes Face Unblur to help edit out-of-focus shots, as well as harnessing the power of Tensor G2 to reduce blur by automatically fusing images from the ultrawide and main cameras and combining them with AI to sharpen pictures.
“The Guided Frame feature is a game-changer when it comes to perfecting shots as Google Assistant guides you to select the right angle. This will be a great help for people with sight problems.
“These improvements are backed up by facial recognition, a first for Google, allowing Pixel users to unlock their phone and access secure information using their face. It also includes a fingerprint scanner, making it one of the few premium handsets offering both.
“A huge appeal of the Pixel 7 remains its price. While the upgrades may not be ground-breaking, Google continues to deliver great value for money.
“Both the standard option and the premium Pixel 7 Pro both cost less than Apple’s new handsets. Alongside the budget-friendly Pixel 6a launched earlier this year, Google is catering to all mobile users.”
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More people go to Uswitch to switch their energy, broadband and mobile than any other site, and we have saved consumers over £2.7 billion off their bills since we launched in September 2000.
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