The Google Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL have arrived, bringing with them bigger screens, better cameras and — surprise, surprise — higher prices. Luckily, if you can swing one of the new phones, you can swing two: Verizon is offering a free Google Pixel 3 (64GB) when you buy a Pixel 3 or Pixel …
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When Google pushes a device like its new Pixel 3 phone, it’s not really about the phone. It’s about all the ways the hunk of metal and glass can get you to use Google’s software — and, as a result, help the company find out more information about you. But what if your faith in Google’s ability to protect your …
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On this podcast, we talk about: The Pixel 3 and that inconsistent use of the notch The Pixel Slate and that missing keyboard The Home Hub and that absent camera The 3:59 gives you bite-size news and analysis about the top stories of the day, brought to you by the CNET News team in New York and producer Bryan VanGelder. …
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I watched Google’s reveal of the much-leaked Pixel Slate with great interest. This was a sharp-looking Chrome OS device, with a great screen and the promise of excellent front-firing speakers. Sure, $599 felt like a lot for a quasi-Chromebook (unless you’re the even-more-expensive PixelBook), especially one that starts with an Intel Celeron processor — but I firmly believe Chrome OS …
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Essential may be working on a phone that’s unlike any other on the market. The company is reportedly working on a phone that uses AI to mimic the user and automatically respond to messages for them, according to Bloomberg. This device would be different than your standard smartphone. It reportedly has a small screen, but will mainly be operated through …
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Google Duplex, technology to let human-sounding AI accomplish tasks by talking to people over the phone, will arrive in the real world starting in November on Google’s Pixel phones. “Our new Google Assistant feature, powered by Duplex technology, is able to help users with real-world tasks over a phone, like calling a restaurant to book a table,” said Brian Rakowski, …
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Google just unveiled the Pixel 3 ($250 at Amazon) and Pixel 3 XL. Both phones feature a glass back, improved cameras, wireless charging and an upgraded display. If you’ve been waiting to upgrade to the latest Pixel, both phones are currently available to order, and will hit stores on Oct. 18. After some confusion about the ship date, Google confirmed …
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Check out CNET’s full reviews of the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL, now! No more leaks! Google’s new Pixel phones have finally been unveiled. The Pixel 3 will start at $799 and £739 while the Pixel 3 XL starts at $899 and £869. The Pixel Stand, a wireless charger that works with the phones, will sell for $79 and £69. …
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Google will announce the Pixel 3 and 3 XL on Tuesday, two more in a wave of premium phones hoping to sweep up buyers ahead of the holiday season and beyond. But as we ooh and ahh over the iPhone XS and Note 9, and yes, the LG V40 and Pixels as well, it’s important to remember that not every …
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The Google Lens augmented-reality tool is directly integrated into Google’s new Pixel 3 phone, Google said Tuesday at a launch event for several new products. Lens unlocks previously announced capabilities like Style Search, which identifies products online that’re similar to the one you’re pointing your phone’s camera at, or a feature that gives you the option of having your phone autodial …
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