Pixel 7 / Pixel 7 Pro

[Bkdodger]

I don't expect the good trade in from Google unfortunately.. I don't see myself getting back half of what I paid for the 6 Pro.. resale is not the best.. think the best place to get maximum value for your phone would be through a carrier for those who are okay with bill credits over the course of a couple years..

 

[noobinator]

I don't expect the good trade in from Google unfortunately.. I don't see myself getting back half of what I paid for the 6 Pro.. resale is not the best.. think the best place to get maximum value for your phone would be through a carrier for those who are okay with bill credits over the course of a couple years..

Yeah, T-mobile usually gives a deal for like 600ish back when you trade in a last gen device. I'm hoping they offer something similar. They give some instant and some in bill credits. Not ideal but sure beats the $150 they'll probably offer for my Pixel 6.

 

[Bkdodger]

Yeah, T-mobile usually gives a deal for like 600ish back when you trade in a last gen device. I'm hoping they offer something similar. They give some instant and some in bill credits. Not ideal but sure beats the $150 they'll probably offer for my Pixel 6.

Verizon does similar stuff too.. have a few phones including the iPhones where they will give you $800 for old device including the pixel Pro

 

[Aneres11]

Google’s event is 3pm UK time on Thursday. An odd time. If preorders go live after (or during) the event, I may struggle with being in work. My calendar is currently free at that time so may need to block it out so no one disturbs me from getting an order in!

 

[The Game 161]

did pre-orders go live last year? for some reason thought it was a day or two after

 

[Bkdodger]

Pixel watch pics

https://www.reddit.com/r/GooglePixel/comments/xuto9t

 

[Ludatyk]

Yeah, I’m now having second thoughts on the Pixel Watch… not sure about the bezels. I have the 46mm Galaxy Watch… bought it because I prefer the size of the display and if I were to get the Pixel it might be a downgrade in display size.

 

[MarkX]

Yeah, I’m now having second thoughts on the Pixel Watch… not sure about the bezels. I have the 46mm Galaxy Watch… bought it because I prefer the size of the display and if I were to get the Pixel it might be a downgrade in display size.

Not for me, those bezels are hideous.

 

[Bkdodger]

Definitely not for me either ...

 

[BMox81]

I've got no issues with anyone saying they won't buy it because it isn't aesthetically pleasing to them and I guess Google will have no-one else bar themselves to blame when the lack of sales on the thing that will have them stop producing any further iterations.

It was such a home run - round watch, thin bezels.

Sigh...

 

[Aneres11]

Well if it’s a free preorder item then I won’t be complaining.

 

[BMox81]

Well if it’s a free preorder item then I won’t be complaining.

Of course but if it wasn’t free you wouldn’t buy it would you? And therein lies the issue. It will be same with the Pixel Tablet.

 

[Aneres11]

Of course but if it wasn’t free you wouldn’t buy it would you? And therein lies the issue. It will be same with the Pixel Tablet.

I would potentially buy it, yes. it would depend on the price for a start. I don’t love smart watches, so I wouldn’t be queuing up for it but the bezels are not the reason I’d be swerving it.

 

[Sweatypalms557]

They should really call it Pixel 6S. There’s nothing new from hardware side.

 

[Aneres11]

They should really call it Pixel 6S. There’s nothing new from hardware side.

Welcome to every phone launch ever for the last 2 years. 🙄

 

[andy2141]

Looking forward to today. I feel an order is on the cards.

Still undecided on Pro vs Standard. I went for the Pro last time but I do prefer a flat screen.

Tempted to go for the regular one given how much I prefer the size of my current 13 pro. Having said that, the rumoured watch pre order deal could be too good to resist.

 

[MRU]

Hoping Google has some nice tasty freebies again this year. Another €400 pair of headphones would be nice

But most of all, I hope that they have sorted the awful in-display fingerprint scanner from the Pixel 6/6 Pro, and replaced it with one that actually works reliably.

 

[BMox81]

Pixel 7 Pro 128Gb

The Google Pixel 7 Pro offers powerful features in a stylish design.OFFER: This Google Pixel phone comes with a FREE SIM Card including £5 credit.SUPERB DISPLAYThe 6.71 inch AMOLED Full HD+ screen (1440 x 3120) with 120Hz refresh rate and HDR10+ brings everything to life in remarkable detail...

www.very.co.uk

£849 with a free Watch.

 

[BMox81]

Pixel 7/7 Pro Launch GWP

 

[kamikazeeMC]

But most of all, I hope that they have sorted the awful in-display fingerprint scanner

Not holding my breath, but if they do then I might give one a whirl.

 

[BMox81]

I’m not sure if the fact that they’re giving the watch as a freebie is a good deal or it’s essentially saying it’s not worth a dime if they’re willing to give it away for free…

 

[Aneres11]

I’m not sure if the fact that they’re giving the watch as a freebie is a good deal or it’s essentially saying it’s not worth a dime if they’re willing to give it away for free…

We get you don’t like the watch.
Samsung do similar deals all the time. Android is a competitive market space. Maybe it’s just a nice to have rather than Google trying to tell the world they don’t believe in it?
The phone could print money and you’d probably still moan.

 

[BMox81]

We get you don’t like the watch.
Samsung do similar deals all the time. Android is a competitive market space. Maybe it’s just a nice to have rather than Google trying to tell the world they don’t believe in it?
The phone could print money and you’d probably still moan.

Couldn’t be further from the truth. I’m all for the Pixel 7 and the Pixel Watch-we need more variation and competition in this space. Trust me, I have a 13 Pro and have admired the Pixels from afar including a brief time with the Pixel 4.

But Google unfortunately don’t have that track record of sticking with things. We all know it. Especially with the Stadia closure news last week. And if they half arse it and the watch doesn’t succeed then that will suck.

So yeah, maybe it is just a nice gesture, to get people back into Wear OS. But don’t confuse my comments as me wanting the Watch to fail, more wanting Google not to fail with it because it’s us the consumer that stands to lose the most if it’s a half baked effort.

 

[Aneres11]

Couldn’t be further from the truth. I’m all for the Pixel 7 and the Pixel Watch-we need more variation and competition in this space. Trust me, I have a 13 Pro and have admired the Pixels from afar including a brief time with the Pixel 4.

But Google unfortunately don’t have that track record of sticking with things. We all know it. Especially with the Stadia closure news last week. And if they half arse it and the watch doesn’t succeed then that will suck.

So yeah, maybe it is just a nice gesture, to get people back into Wear OS. But don’t confuse my comments as me wanting the Watch to fail, more wanting Google not to fail with it because it’s us the consumer that stands to lose the most if it’s a half baked effort.

It’s a first gen product and it’s Google. So the chances are it is going to be lacking. I read something interesting on Twitter about how Google employees only get promotion for launching a product. How the product performs following launch is totally irrelevant. I’m addition, those on the ground fixing bugs within the product and enriching the user experience get absolutely nothing. No recognition, nothing.

It’s all about launches. I think that’s why we see so many failed Google products. Or why we rarely get a follow up.

For me, it’s a nice to have but I agree it’d be nice if it became a really great product that was a must have. Fingers crossed they actually look to make it a winner or look to keep building on the hardware for future iterations. Im not holding my breath, though.

 

[Ludatyk]

But Google unfortunately don’t have that track record of sticking with things. We all know it. Especially with the Stadia closure news last week. And if they half arse it and the watch doesn’t succeed then that will suck.

So yeah, maybe it is just a nice gesture, to get people back into Wear OS. But don’t confuse my comments as me wanting the Watch to fail, more wanting Google not to fail with it because it’s us the consumer that stands to lose the most if it’s a half baked effort.

Tbh, I don't see Google giving up on Pixel Watch nor Wear OS as long as Android exist. They pulled Samsung into the group in an effort to rejuvenate WearOS... so, there's curiosity already around Wear OS (just need more dev support).

As @Aneres11 mention this is a 1st gen product thus we don't need to judge it too harshly... however, that won't stop the critics from doing so. I might not buy it this time around.. but at least it will be on my radar for years to come.