So, I wasnt expecting to be wooed by Googles Pixel devices.
Google vs. Apple
Choosing my favorite phone was a tough decision with such excellent choices.
They are sleek and stylish without any of the flashiness of thelatest phones from OnePlus.
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Theres a tactile quality about all of Googles products with soft lines that beg to be caressed.
Its quite a contrast to the harsh look of the iPhone 12 Pro Max.
Screen: iPhone
Powering up the two Pixels, their excellent screen quality nearly blinded me.
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The Pixels appeared sharper and clearer than the screen on the iPhone.
Speed: Pixel
Apple boasts about the speed of theiPhone 12 Pro Maxs A14 Bionic chip.
But I was surprised to find that in real-life usage, the Pixels were faster than the iPhone.
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Camera Showdown
Pictures often come down to personal preference once you go beyond the technical specifications.
Both the Pixels and the iPhones have huge megapixel counts and the latest software to process photos.
But by bedtime, the Pixel 5 was drained while the iPhone had some charge left to spare.
They have interesting fabric textures that feel great in hand and protect the phones well.
The silicone case for the Pro Max is kind of tacky by comparison.
The iPhone has wireless charging, but thats it.
The apps for iOS are just much better than anything you could get for Android.
After spending time with the Pixels, I was surprised by how much I enjoyed using them.
The Pixels and the iPhone are all solid devices with terrific cameras and speedy processors.
