Holiday Gift Guide 2017 – Justin’s On-the-go List

Google Pixel 2

 

Wherever you go, your phone goes. So pick up one of the world’s most reliable phones for yourself or that special someone. Google’s Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL have been in the headlines a lot since debuting in October, but really there’s nothing stopping them from being the best Android devices on the market today.

HTC and LG stepped forward to help Google create its latest flagship. The Pixel 2 doesn’t skimp on premium design and high-end specs. Made from metal and glass, the gives off a vibe matching its price tag. You just can’t beat its performance, either. Since it’s Google’s phone, the hardware and software are tailored for each other. So the Snapdragon 835 keeps Android 8.0 Oreo on this phone blazing fast. Oh, and the camera is just jaw-dropping with the pictures and videos it captures.

The Pixel 2 comes into two sizes, though the specifications are largely unchanged. Only the display size/resolution and battery are different. And there’s optimization in those areas to keep the changes barely noticeable.

There are benefits from buying Google’s Android phone over Samsung’s, LG’s, or Motorola’s. A few software-based features are exclusive to the Pixel 2. The phones offers unlimited cloud storage at full resolution on Google Photos, real-time analysis with Google Lens, always-listening music recognition, and first dibs on software updates.

If you or the person you’re shopping for don’t care for Android, take a look at the iPhone X from Apple. It’s an iOS-flavored device receiving a ton of praise around the world. Like the Pixel 2, Apple’s iPhone represents masterful hardware and software working together. Google and Apple nailed it in 2017 even though there have been some complaints directed at both companies.

Buy now: Google Store, Best Buy, Verizon (Pixel 2), Verizon (Pixel 2 XL)

Article source: https://www.technobuffalo.com/2017/11/25/holiday-gift-guide-2017-justin-on-the-go-list/