As a tech journalist, I’m lucky to have access to many of the latest and greatest devices, so why did I ditch a perfectly functional Pixel 7 Pro review sample, supplied by Google and spend $899.99 / £900 (around AU$1,745) of my own money on the new OnePlus 12?
I loved the Pixel for its incredible camera system, streamlined UI, and clever features – like Photo Unblur and Magic Eraser – however, performance was one of its weak points, it often felt a little sluggish. Charging was also on the slower side, with only 23W fast charging (with a compatible charger). And while I do like the uniqueness of the Pixel’s design, I found its neutral and subdued colors uninspiring.
Despite those shortcomings though, I was very happy using it as my daily driver, and I can fully understand why its sister model – the Pixel 7 – and its successor, the Google Pixel 8 Pro, are on our best phones list.
