Google Pixel 11 series and Pixel Watch 5 review, Fairphone 6+, CMF Buds Neo, and more with David Cogen of TheUnlockr
Summary
Host Myriam Joire and guest David Kogan review the Pixel 11 series, praising the cohesive AI experience and the new "Rambler" voice feature while criticizing the iterative hardware and high prices. They discuss the Pixel 11 Pro Fold’s visible crease, the underwhelming "Highlight" notification light, and the decision to stick with Tensor chips over Snapdragon. The episode concludes with thoughts on the Pixel Watch 5 and the overall value of upgrading from previous generations.
Topics discussed
Intro, Patreon perks, and Pixel 9 Pro vs Foldy
Google's strategy: Gemini as the new Nexus
Rambler: The game-changing voice-to-text feature
The Pixel ecosystem and 'Stockholm Syndrome'
Camera controls and Magic Editor video features
Critique of the Pixel 9 Pro's notification visor
Samsung S Pen Bluetooth removal and Foldy crease
Pixel 9 Pro specs, price, and Tensor vs Snapdragon
In-house chip benefits and Rambler workflow tips
Pixel Watch 5, Foldy review, and Pixel legacy
Rambler exclusivity and Honor Magic V3 comparison
Pixel camera consistency vs Chinese competitors
News: Google Books and AI PC launch event
AI in video editing: DaVinci Resolve and workflow
Fairphone 6 Plus US release and repairability
CMF Buds Neo and Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
Outro, social handles, and Mint Mobile sponsor
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