Survey says this is the Pixel software non-negotiable that trumps exclusive
 

When Google extended its OS update support to seven years with the Pixel 8, there was a collective cheer from the Android gallery. It was a hugely popular decision that other brands have since implemented across their device ranges. But after pushing this watermark a little higher, Google has turned its focus towards another software-related punt: AI.

Unlike older Pixels that still benefit from their extended software support windows, Google is not doling out its latest AI features to just any old Pixel. Instead, these novel smarts are limited to new devices with newer, more capable hardware.




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