I want to add some observations about Privacy because I find it very interesting! In the video I noted how I got notifications about 'Superstore', and how I saw the news article about 'Veep' hours after watching an episode. What is very interesting is when I watched both shows it was in Chrome on Windows. I watched an entire season of 'Wrecked' This summer on Safari inmacOS Mojave and I never saw a peep about it on the Pixel. This is hardly conclusive evidence, but it's certainly very interesting from an observational standpoint.
I enjoyed you video - very nice job. Others have suggested using DuckDuckGo. Another way to is to take Google out of the picture altogether. I don't use the Google Chrome browser and don't use Google search directly either. I use the Firefox browser because it is highly configurable with extensions. I added the StartPage.com search engine to Firefox configured to use the EU search engines ("Startpage (20 EU no-filter)" in #11 Undefined here: mycroftproject.com/search-engines.html?name=startpage ) as my default search engine in Firefox. Startpage will query Google for results but will mask your IP address so searches can't be tracked. This will add a slight amount of latency to your searches though (round trip searches to Europe). I think the EU standards for privacy are way stronger than ours here in the US so I'm willing to deal with a bit of latency on searches.
If you used the same email that you use on chrome in windows it automatically links the cookies and history to your phone giving you the notification that a new episode is airing. And a new feature with the newer versions of android if you have location on and go to a restaurant or even drive pass one you will receive notifications about the place. It is easily turned off it you do not like the option of having it on.
Not to mention he says he should be asked to give them access yet he WAS asked when he set up his phone/Google account/Google chrome and hurried up and accepted instead of customizing his settings.
If your google account is signed into chrome, thats where those are coming from. And as far as you walking past the burger joint and it popping up an offer, thats because you likely have location enabled in both assistant and on the general phone settings itself. And you did give permission when you were setting up the phone. You can turn it off as well.
It's the perfect example of the difference between android and iphone users. He is primarily an iphone user, and so he just simply doesn't, can't, or won't, understand why these things happen. He's used to the iphone coddling him and telling him "it's all gonna be ok"
Yeah, people give permissions for things and then complain when suggestions and notifications are super specific to them. It's not rocket science, they're not tracking your every move without your consent, you allowed it lmao. I really hate it when people do this.
Rodney Pierce lol yeah. It's the user's fault for not turning it off. They just press *next next next* during the setup process. Pretty much the only option they toggle is the receiving email ones. But they completely ignore the other ones.
I thought the same thing while I was watching his video fat people need to do the homework a little more and find out that there's more than meets the eye
That it works on any computer is great. That I have to use it in a browser sucks. Browser is for web browsing, I don't wanna use it for messaging or what so ever, I want a dedicated app for that. Other problem is that almost nobody uses Android Messages, at least not here in Germany. Don't know anybody that does. Germany is pretty much all What's App even on iOS
@@WuschelofDespair The web browser is the only platform-independent thing in the world. Thanks to cloud computing, you're gonna be seeing a lot more of it. And a lot of "apps" are actually running a weird specialized browser window fyi.
@@WuschelofDespair Sorry i don´t understand , the Android SMS app is compatible with all sms and RTS ( rich text service )services , yes now andoid sms can send vídeos etc like whatsapp , greatings from Portugal
Yeah. That’s true. At the same time people know they can get their messages on any of their Apple devices because Apple advertised this benefit. I bumped in to getting Android messages via the browser by mistake.
Just because Apple doesn’t use the data it collects from you to further tune your experience like pixel does, it doesn’t mean it never collects that data. I find when I walk by a place and it showing me reviews right away or gives me articles more focused to me cuts out time scrolling through content I don’t want to see.
Apple does use the data it collect to tune your experience, but does not use it as a money source by doing whatever it want to do with your data, like Google does. For Google you aren't a user - you're just a data source and money source, nothing more. That's why Google does not have a support at all. Try, for example, to find a support button on TH-cam - you will never find it, cause there is not one. Google is just going worse and worse every fucking year, collecting more and more data and using it for it's own benefit.
I personally don't see any problem with that. If them having my data means a good user experience, then by all means take my data. They're not using it to blackmail me or anything, that's fine. Take my data and sell it, give me some good ads I'll actually watch.
@@kikiwora honesty I think why Apple maps and Siri are so bad is because they do not collect data , n everytime someone tells me that iOS is more secure , I ask if they use FB as soon as they say yes, then guess what there is no privacy , Amazon same thing , so unless u live under a rock privacy is an illusion and the thing is convenience always wins over privacy, which is why everyone prefers google assistant vs any other assistant, or why Google maps is the most used map system in the world , or why the world let me Google it, is what everyone does when they need to look something up, ( when I say everyone I mean almost everyone ) I know that there are a few odd balls that's don't use any of these but just remember the moment u use social media privacy don't exist , because they are always listening and watching u
@Roman Suvorov - Look up the definition of what a "business" is and realize that Google is just that. First, Google doesn't sell data directly, it sells ads and aggregated statistics (the same as Apple). Selling the data doesn't make business sense since they make more money by keeping the data for themselves and selling their advertising services to corporations. Second, judging from how much better TH-cam, Google Maps and Google Search are compared to the competition, the data it collects does seem to be put to good use. We get quality services, while they get data to provide directed ads and model consumer behavior. That is the exchange. If you think it's not a fair deal, then stop using the services and get off the platform. For the rest of us, we will quit the platform when a better alternative comes along.
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You did give permission before Google started tracking your data. You did this when you were setting up the phone and going through a number of prompts asking about your personalization and privacy preferences. However, since you're already on Chrome for Windows, this has been going on even before you had the phone. It's just that the phone is more actively showing you relevant suggestions based on those data.
Those who are concerned about Googles privacy policy, you can opt out of tracking during setup, and if you didn't opt out during setup you can still disable it. It's no different than Siri tracking you or IOS apps using your location. Google tracking is part of their machine learning. Any data that Google collects is encrypted.
It is very different. Apple does not save your data and does not use it for themselves, but Google does. For google you aren't users, you're just a data source.
I personally don't see any problem with that. If them having my data means a good user experience, then by all means take my data. They're not using it to blackmail me or anything, that's fine. Take my data and sell it, give me some good ads I'll actually watch.
You can opt out all you want they still track you. Read the news, It's been all over the news for the last 2 weeks. I have been concerned about conversations I have had with people and NEVER did any searches online about these topics but yet I keep getting related ads and news article about these topics which means that Google or an app has my mic on and selling my info !! NOT COOL !!!
Apple defiantly saves your data and defiantly use it for its services like ; data that you store with iCloud such as contacts, calendars, notes, bookmarks, reminders, email, photos, videos and documents. Anything you buy from iTunes or using apple pay. All app usage, location data, and more. You can even request a copy of all the data it is collecting but can't be look up instantly like google, it take anywhere from a week to a month.
@@kikiwora No, they take your data and be productive with it so you can be a happier user. They are by definition doing what they are doing to improve UX.
@@ablgmv Despite what most people are saying, the notch is NOT as big as they make it out to be and just as iPhone users get used to their notch, you get used to this one too. I measured and the Pixel notch is actually only 1/8th inch deeper than the iPhones. Look at a ruler and see just what a difference that really is. Also, if the notch really gets you, there are two alternatives until Google comes up with a better option. You can 1) turn the notch off in Developer Options which makes the Pixel 3 XL screen look exactly like the Pixel 3 (with no notch) but will still be a bigger screen than the Pixel 3; or 2) there is an app in the Google Play store called Nacho Notch that turns the "ears" of the notch area black so you still get the icons in the "ears" area, but the top of the notch area is all black. You can even round the top corners so make it look like the phone was designed that way. Google should actually implement this idea as the default view in an update. Otherwise, I don't mind the notch at all. I've gotten used to it already.
I switched to iOS from Android a couple of years ago. Although I like iOS a lot, one key Android feature I miss is the ability to have an incoming phone call not take up the entire screen and completely interrupt whatever I was doing - like watching a video. On Android, incoming calls show up like a banner at the top of the device. Videos keep playing and you can choose to either take or decline the call without missing a beat. iOS needs to update their outdated phone app to support this feature. It’s so simple, yet super convenient
I'm the same, moved from Andoid to iOS in 2016 and the thing I missed was the inability to type the name of someone in the Phone app to find contacts.. Why this is not a feature in iOS I have no idea... Anyway, I've ordered my Pixel 3 now cos I can't afford to stay with Apple :(
As somebody who's considering switching from iPhones I really appreciate this video. This is the only smartphone that's really interested me so thanks for giving this perspective!
I switched from iPhone to the pixel 1 like 1-2 years ago now and it's still a good phone. Kinda want the pixel 3 now and I've also been looking at iPhone xr and xs but idk if I would actually like them now
If you have friends/family that also have a Pixel phone, you get the same "iMessage" benefits more or less. One of my wife's concerns about switching was we had our locations shared and weren't aware if you could do that on the Pixel. Turns out you can (runs through maps) and you can even make it a widget/icon on your home screen. Like he mentioned in the videos though, 3d touch is a really nice feature you don't think too much about until you don't have it. Sorry bout the randomness of the post btw.
You being a iOS user I'm very impressed with your impartial and honest opinion. I'm a pixel user and it's very interesting hearing from the other side.
Hey Mav, is there somewhere I could message you like over Insta or something? My phone is pretty much dead and I'm considering the 3, but I do have some questions.
Uhmm, the fact that stuff you search for on your pc probably using google chrome because it's kinda the best browser, shows up on your pixel it's called synchronization, with your freaking google account connected hello?????
Kent Wisdom No, its called personalisation and he probably knows that. Also, he said he watches that series on cable only. So what does that have to do with Chrome?
It is personalisation. Google presumes a person's interests and provides relevant results based on data people shared using Google products. Well intended and handy? Yeah, possibly. Creepy? Yeah, because people like to imagine a level of personal privacy in each interaction with products.
To call machine learning and personalization creepy is straight up tinfoil hat territory. There isn't enough workers or staff in the world to track every single person and personalize your ads. It's literally a software algorithm. We are not the center of the universe and no one cares if we watch Superstore.
Not exactly I have an iPhone XS and a Google Pixel 3 XL as my mainqin phone and as much as I hate iPhone the camera of my iPhone XS is better than the Pixel 3 XL and it just seems to constantly produce better and more natural and clearer looking photos and for videos I don't think that any phone can beat the iPhone's smart hdr which has way more dynamic range than 3 XL. Don't think me to be biased cause apart from the camera I hate everything on an iPhone from the lack of customisation to the still restricted file manager when compared to android and even the battery life.
Bankhead 1 Any proof for that? That law enforcement is no longer locked out? That they sell your data? That some kid surpassed apples security? It works that way, not vice versa. There is no source that confirms Apple sells any data afaik.
Honestly you are right. Once you log into the internet your information is no longer private. This has always been and always will be. Don’t want your information out there? Don’t use the internet at all. This should be kind of obvious tho.
Would you rather have a stalker that you had no idea existed or a stalker that constantly leaves little thoughtful personalized gifts on your doorstep and windowsill?
The first thing I would think of, when I search for an ~$800 phone and find the iphone XR vs Pixel 3, is that Google is giving me the best camera, an OLED UHD display, and a bunch of features which are comparable to the XS and XS Max, at the price of the XR. I'd immediately purchase the Pixel 3. Unless you are balls deep into the Apple ecosystem (and fanboy/girl cultism), I can't find a reason to pick the XR over the Pixel 3.
The iPhone XR has better battery life, better ecosystem, updates over a longer period of time, way faster processor, way better ram management, better video recording, better build quality and so on.
@@flavioa6351 What use is a faster processor if you don't have a screen to show it. It's like saying you bought the best GPU and CPU combo in the world and ran it on one of those old CRT monitors from the early 2000s. Better video recording yes, but unless you're a youtuber/vlogger/videographer, I don't see the point; you are much more likely to want a good selfie/picture than a video. Updates over a long time - yes, that is better by 2 years. Agreed. Though I must ask, how long do you plan to keep a phone as your daily driver these days? 5 years is a long time. Ram management is better because the XR has a lower resolution screen, it pushes far fewer pixels. Build quality is the only one I agree with, but then I look at the Oneplus 6t, and I just say FUCK APPLE. Ecosystem, as I've previously stated, is really good because your already deep in it. For someone who doesn't have a single Apple product, the thought of the amount of Apple Tax I'll have to pay each time I want to add to that ecosystem will haunt me. Individual benefits are one thing, but if you put unbalanced components together, you'll get a failed product. For example, I'll never buy a laptop with a 144Hz screen and a GTX 1050. A 1050 can never play any game in the last 2 years and every year going forward above 60 fps. No game except cs:go will reach 144Hz. No point. My problem isn't that the Google Pixel 3 is perfect, it isn't. But we hold Google accountable for that. Fanboys don't do the same for Apple. And you'll never talk about things like the repair costs, or how the sapphire on the camera lens is inferior sapphire that is no better than glass at preventing scratches. Or how difficult it actually is to rely only on face unlock, or how the new ipad pro now comes bent out of the box and apple just showed you the middle finger, or how many apple fans believe they don't need more than a 720p screen because apple won't sell a device with it, or how you need to pay a premium for the fast charger or the wireless charger, or how Apple started the headphone jack dongle trend and the notch trend, or how they still slow down older phones (iphone 7 being the most recent victim), or how the charging percentage in the iphone is actually modified to slow down at higher percentages to make it seem like you have more charge than you actually do, or so on... Please address all of these.
@@annabethchase2569 That's all true. No one I know with iPhone that don't have apple watch/ipad pro/macbook pro. Normal people don't buy only iPhones and if they do, it's mainly those girls that want a huge iPhone in their hands (they like it big) to show that they have an iPhone or fanboys to show their golden iPhone and that they have money, bet their took a loan for it. it's so ridiculous. I've had iPhone, apple watch, ipad pro, almost bought macbook pro, cause the ecosystem sucks you in and before i've used android for 7 year, mainly samsung notes and couple of s, then pixel 2 xl and wanted to try iphones. In one year i've bought the X, XS MAX, ipad pro 10.5, apple watch 3 (almost the 4) and wanted mackbook pro but stopped there. With all that money spent, i could build second gaming PC setup. I sold all apple products, except the airpods, cause there's no alternative right now and bought pixel 3 xl and use it as a phone that i love to use.
I own a Pixel XL 3 and can say the the whole notch thing people need to get past. I never have had a problem with because the software is optimized that it not a problem. As far as what Android can do over an Apple let's just say customization and the freedom to express your self to make the phone your own.
Android doesn't compress your photos and vids when u send a text, it's the MMS protocol that limits file size along with your carrier further compressing it..
the end result is the same, the photo gets compressed. I don't care who's fault it is. So far the only 3rd party messenger I found that allows to send pictures uncompressed is telegram which is not encrypted as soon as you want to use it with multiple clients.
Apple's Safari shares data about you to Google The difference is, Apple doesn't use this data. Google puts it to use. Ultimately if you think that apple does not have data about you, then it's probably best you don't own a tech company because you might not last
SmallTalk apple totally uses the data - it just doesn’t make it obvious the way google does. But both companies are bound to be using it for other things besides tailoring what you see online
Am I alone in liking the 'creepy' stuff that android/Google does? Privacy is pretty much dead we are too connected and I don't really care as long as I get some cool features out of it. I get news/articles on things I've been looking up I just find it convenient. I don't see that as a privacy breach. A privacy breach would be if my personal info i.e. my personal pictures/conversations and financial information were posted for the public to see. That doesn't happen unless I want it shared. Hackers will always find a way to steal stuff I don't sweat it.
BluePen No, I am too, I have already probably had all of my data given away and in this day and age, online privacy is only achievable if you don’t use the internet at all. And so if my data helps me out, so be it!
BluePen I am currently using apple and I know that they also collect my data, but they don’t use it to help me. Google, on the other hand also has my data but uses it to help me.
@@saranshchaudhary5228 yea getting a use out of them collecting the data really makes a difference and what Google's offers is useful like the curated stories on Google now or better traffic routes or reminders like he said about things you would other wise miss
"as soon as I singed into my Google account the Pixel just showed off all the data Google has been collecting from me over the years" yeah it was collected on your iPhone. "Android is *definitely* worse about this".
You have done the right thing bro...i was also iPhone user for about a decade and what i noticed that Apple is now really running out of innovation and creativity and they are just dragging same technology, design and features (with minor changes) over several years. I also just bought Pixel 3 :)...Good luck!
I can give you many reasons bro but features i like the most are Google assistant, camera and unlimited photo storage...i am also really excited to see coming up 'night sight' feature
I realize you said these were your opinions, but there are a couple things you did not take into account when speaking about iMessage. First, Google is attempting to change things by introducing RMS. For a few months now, I get delivery notifications, even when sending messages to iPhone users on various carriers. Second, messages.android.com allows you to send and receive text messages on your computer, whether it be Mac, Windows, or anything else. That is the thing I hate most about Apple. the lack of support for using their ecosystem on any device not made by Apple. Moreover, messages.android.com does not cause any issues that iMessages causes. The only drawback is that, so far, it only works with Google's messaging app on Android.
kdcadet “Does not cause any of the issues iMessage does” You’re clearly biased. iMessage has caused me absolutely no issues. On top of that, iOS gives you end to end encryption and security and doesn’t rely on awful sms.
Microsoft is actually doing this for Android devices in it's latest update to Windows 10, Haven't tried it yet but it should be a pretty neat feature going forward.
This was an excellent review, both fair and balanced. As usual, you do a great job. Your reviews are thoughtful, informative and entertaining. What more could one ask for?
here's a solution to most of your problems: messages on the computer: messages.android.com notes: google keep (there's an app and a website) privacy: you think Apple doesn't d that? they do it, but they track you the same, but they don't even us the info to help you. And yes, you can give permission, go in the google app settings (long press the google app)
What you call "creepy" is the advantage that Google leaverages because it integrates the internet into the experience of the computer in your pocket. Also, assistant is better and actually useful.
Hamza Bajwa actually you can still be easily tracked with location services "turned off" I would try to explain to you how that works but I don't see the point only way to not be tracked is to not use a phone, not even a 90s flip phone
To be honest it is the lesser of two evils google may be spying on you more than apple but at the same time apple is slowing your phone down more than any other phone company to get you to buy there expensive products. Good video tho, I am a apple user and also a android user btw
This was a super useful video for me... it speaks to my situation... And I really like that you didn’t focus on the camera and video aspects.... there are dedicated videos for that. I appreciated your opinions and experience. Thank you!!
Yeah so you should've definitely compared the Pixel 3 to the XS, not the budget XR. The single camera on the P3 is in my opinion taking better shots than the dual cameras on the XS, with optical vs digital zoom being an exception. Here the XS has a slight edge with the dedicated 2nd camera. I also just tested night sight on my 2XL and it's astonishing what Google's doing with that software. As you also mentioned, the XR has a lower res, ips panel, which is another reason to not compare it with the P3. It's hard justifying the XS price point when you can get a P3 for 20% less. In Europe the situation is different with the P3 selling for 850€, while the XS is 1150€. Ridiculous difference.
I respect your opinions in the video, I will say, like several others have, you CAN do messages on Android and desktop via Messages, which you were using. It honestly is a really nice experience, if you keep using it I'd recommend it. Easy to set up too and works anywhere! I don't think there's a device limit either.
Fantastic video Luke. I currently have the I Phone 6s and having been wanting a new phone for awhile. The new I Phone's were too expensive for me so I was thinking about the Pixel 3. You just helped me make my decision :)
Just a little advice for anybody switching platforms. Make sure you use a third-party cloud system like dropbox instead of Google or iCloud. It will be compatible with whatever system you decide to go with and you'll have no problems retrieving your items.
I like that you were clear about the biases and such, and also adding in the price difference when comparing to your own normal device. It would've been nice if you spent a little more time going into detail on what you liked MORE on the Android though, just like you did the fingerprint scanner.
I think Google artificial intelligence is the future. When we get access to AI call screening in Canada I will seriously consider this phone. I already use Google Home Max at home. I'm too boring of a person to worry about my privacy.
You can turn off alot of the tracking on the Pixel. I was confused about this at first with my Pixel 2... it KNEW I was at a Mcdonalds, or Target... And then I figured out it was tracking my location history.. so i disabled that
Hangouts is the best way to do texting and video calling on Android. You can also do WiFi calling if you're out of range on your cell phone service. Essentially, you can reach any type of phone, as well as group calling, and when you're on your computer it has the same functionality as on your phone. One of the major advantages of Pixel phones is that you can use the Google Fi cell phone service which has a lot of advantages that are too many to be addressed here.
Google's tracking of its users location, browsing and search history are what make up their ecosystem. DUH! Is any of that information something that could harm you in anyway? If they get hacked perhaps it could... doubt it. But the user tracking makes some things incredibly useful and other things annoyances. It can ALL be controlled with your devices and you go have to agree to their terms when setting up a Google account and Google devices. Luke mentioned he didn't give permission to Google. I beg to differ... you simply did not read the information displayed to you when setting up that Pixel phone and Google account. Don't blame someone else when you don't take the time to read information that is given to you. My Pixel tells me the fastest route to take to work and back home each day. The route time estimates are almost always accurate within a minute or two. If I get annoyed at notifications or stories on my feed that I don't want, I can stop them easily. It does take time and a little effort but once you get it set to your liking, it's very useful to have the information you need at a glance or by asking your phone for it.
10:00 let me try to assure your concerns on the privacy front because I know a lot of people don't read even a a fraction of a percent of what they agree to half the time. When you first sign into your Google account on any Android, and I know this as an Android user as well as having set up a new Pixel 3 recently, it asks you whether you want location history and tracking. Google also asks you when you use Chrome for the first time if you want to send usage statistics to improve your browsing experience. Sorry, but if you don't read the TOS or any fine print and just hit agree to everything then complain, that's just your own fault.
I do see the Jonah resemblance as well. Just got my new Pixel 3, and have been enjoying it. But even going from my Samsung Android to the Pixel, I'm noticing some things I miss from the Galaxy.
Interesting comparison. I've used both Android and iOS and there are real advantages (and the opposite) to both IMO. Re the fingerprint reader, I much prefer it on the front, as I don't like the idea of having to pick up my phone every time I want to use it..on the front, so I can open the phone on a flat surface....that's why I *still* have an iPhone 6s! ;O)
You can actually send google messages on the computer too. It's done through the Android Messages web application. It doesn't sync online, it uses the local network, so your phone and computer have to be connected to the same network. But that actually makes it more secure. Highly recommend you check it out if you plan on fully switching to Android.
On Android Messages if you click the 3 dots and choose messages for web, scan the QR code on messages.android.com you can text on any computer (with any Operating system)
Thank you for this video! I’ve always had iPhone and I’m planning to switch to a Pixel 3 tomorrow. I would have liked to see more of what you were explaining about the pixel in the video rather then mainly focusing on how the iPhone handles the issue.
You can send Android messages through Chrome if you like sending messages from your computer and if you ever get a Chromebook the Android messenger is gonna be built-in just like on the Macbook. It's an ecosystem thing. Also, Apple takes just as much data from their users but they don't use it to fine-tune the user experience. That's why you don't notice it, not because they take less data from your daily life.
Before I watch this I'm glad you got your first experience with an android phone on an actual good phone like the Pixel 3 or an Galaxy s9 or Note 9 rather than some random budget phone and then talk about it.
May need to give it some more time, some of the stuff you said you like about iOS are things I do every day on my Pixel. For example, scrubbing by pushing down on the keyboard rather than screen taps and gestures. Your GBoard keyboard does this by default, just press and hold on the space bar to activate it then scrub through the text. Messaging on a computer... Android has an even better implementation than iMessage in my opinion. It's web based and runs in any browser on your PC or Mac. Just click the three dot menu (top right) in Messages on your phone, then choose "Messages for Web". A quick scan of the QR code on the web page with your phone and it syncs up. Even has the option to work remotely over data instead of requiring a Wifi Connection. Photos and Videos over messaging service - iMessage actually DOES compress photos and videos, it just does so much less than SMS does. That being said, images look great and high quality over texts on Android. Videos are really the only issue, but (besides using 3rd party messaging apps) you do get unlimited storage for truly uncompressed pictures/video (even 4K) that can be shared via the Photos app and viewed by the end user on a browser or with a quick app download. Google Photos is actually much better IMO for sharing albums w/ friends and family than iCloud is. A lot of times if you're receiving messages on iMessages on your computer after disabling it on your phone, they are probably sending to your email address not your phone number. You can also use a deregister form on Apple's website to remove your number from iMessage. Tracking and notifications - you actually did have an option to disable this when you first set the phone up. But if you didn't disable those services because you were excited and click next next skip next to get to the home screen you can't blame Google for using data to make your experience more convenient. I too switched over to a Pixel recently (from an iPhone X).
Great summary, I totally concur (switched from iOS to Pixel XL 2 years ago, and then Pixel 2 a year ago). IMessage issues are still occasional killers with missed texts or scaled down pics/vids or not being able to participate in shared Photo albums, since everyone in my world uses iOS. Battery life is different too, so your usage pattern could make one better than the other. My Pixel 2 has always had poor battery life, but the built-in fast USB-C charging is amazing and lets me top off throughout the day in no time. But if I am going out for the day and away from being able to charge, it wouldn’t get me much past lunch. I know iOS charges annoyingly slow compared to fast USB-C, but it can at least get through most of a day if you are away from a wall or car charger, unlike Pixel. For these reasons, I am switching back to iOS after 2 years. Blue XR is arriving today. Bittersweet, since I will miss the amazing display and camera of Pixel 2 in certain situations and the Google Assistant is SO vastly superior to Siri (as evidenced by my talking to my phone throughout the day while never hearing any of my iPhone family members talking to theirs outside of phone calls), but the majority of my usage will likely result in my never being to tell the difference. Being back in iOS ecosystem with the new phone, along with the iPad I still use everyday, will be more than worth it.
Same, I'm a lifetime iPhone user recently started rocking a Galaxy j7 star. It's on the cheap side but damn the Samsung OS is so much more fluid and deeply accessible. Lots of small details add up to a better over all experience.
@@ReubenWslay that's up for debate. I wouldn't really TRUST any company. If you want to remain anonymous better not use any mobile tech devices. (My parents and some of my siblings have never had a smartphone or even a computer, they don't even have email...).
Hey Luke, Just so you know, you can scrub through text using the space key on the onscreen keyboard. Run your finger back and forth on it and it'll happen. And yeah, Google's "guesses" are spooky. They're the best at that machine learning stuff (having literally built tensor hardware, software APIs, etc.), with most other companies trying to catch up. Rest assured though, your privacy is between you and Google's computers, just like how it is on your iPhone - between you and Apple's computers. Google won't be giving up their position as gatekeeper - they won't be giving away or selling your info to anyone. They sell the service of targeting ads properly. I suspect you may have clicked past a privacy thing either on your computer or on the phone as you set it up. Google services periodically prompt me to accept a new agreement when I sign in, and I keep rejecting their requests. There is a privacy area on their website where you can control this stuff though, if you accidentally enabled it. The first thing I did when I got my Pixel was go in and disable all the tracking, GPS, random AI stuff, etc.; I just wanted that sweet point and shoot camera that could deal with very challenging lighting, and a stripped down no-bloat phone.
Really enjoyed the video. Thank you for making it. I really do dig the Pixel phone line, but if you are a user coming from a very old phone (3-4 years) and want your next phone to also go the distance, I don't think this phone is for you (or me in this case). Seems like a small incremental upgrade and I don't think that the HW will be able to hold up against the test of time vs other flagship phones right now. Makes me sad since I feel like I have to wait for the next one and hope that its more of an upgrade then this one. I wish they would upgrade there HW every 6 months (if needed) lke OnePlus does with there T line.
Very good, unbiased, honest review. I've always preferred Android and currently use a Pixel 2, but there's no denying that Apple have caught up and in some respects overtaken on the hardware front. Software wise, it's a matter of choice and I applaud you for not getting involved in the 'fanboy' stuff and just giving your honest opinion!
I appreciate him trying to be as Frank and unbiased as possible and he does a pretty decent job, but some of the concerns he has like location tracking (can be turned off) and and massage's transfer (if used what's app can be backed up and talk across multiple platforms) would be less of a issue to him.
I used the iOS platform for a long time, then I switched to Android and stayed there for a few years and now I am back to iphone. I had the note. 9 and there was a lot of things that bothered me that I won’t get into but I sold it and got the iPhone X S Max. I do miss some features of the note I have to say, but overall I am very very happy with apple. I hate that there is no headphone jack, totally hate that, but I have heard android are following and will soon all eliminate the headphone jack. So I have to accept it I guess. The performance and camera of the iphone is pretty perfect smooth, but I still do like Android. I would like to have both phones and just switch sims when I get restless for the other one, lol. But I can’t do that practically. I think both are decent phones and both have their pros and cons, it is a matter of personal preference as you said in this video. Thank you for posting and sharing your opinions. It is good to see what others appreciate and don’t appreciate from both sides. Merry Christmas!
comparing phones based on their price point ? It's obvious that google pixel gives you more bang for your buck. It's not a "budget" model like the xr is for apple. Pixel is a flagship en should be compared to the iphone xs, And no i'm not a android fanboy, I have an iphone 8
Nigel S ---- Apple sells five current iPhones. XR is in the middle. It is not the budget model, in the middle means mid-range. Anyway I agree that comparing Pixel 3 to an XR makes no sense.
@@conalldayton --- When talking about the high-end there are 3 price ranges that are tracked by research companies. From 400-600, 600-800, and 800 plus. Obviously the XR is in the middle of those 3. Early indications are that XR is not only Apple's highest selling phone, but the highest of any company in the mobile industry. The most important spec is the SoC and the XR surprised by having the A12, which is 2 years ahead of anything from Android world. So I guess your theory about low-end specs are something you made up. The market talks to us through numbers and you're just making up theories based on nothing but opinion.
@@bruxi78230 not entirely probably a little though because I'm tired of hearing all these iPhone users place their phones on such a high pedestal just because that's their OPINION. Hell yes, that A12 works wonders but what's the point if the camera doesn't even compare to a phone like the pixel or the absolutely atrocious screen resolution on a terrible IPS display? My point is this phone is not close to worth $750 US. Not saying the pixel is worth it's $800 it's not. But it offers a much better deal than the XR, you get a high end processor, decent RAM when combined with google's software makes the phones pretty much the same speed, sure there will be discrepancies but all top tier phones are unbelievably fast now days, so what's the point. Over all an Android will give you way better value for your dollar than any iPhone. Not to mention beautiful phones like the OnePlus 6t, this phone competes with all flagships for half their price. And it runs Android. In the above post I should have specified more, it's in the high end of the mid teir
@@conalldayton ---- Specs are what we discuss here on TH-cam comments, but I actually don't think most users whether Android or iPhone really care or understand that much about them. I'll tell you about an experience I had recently. I visited Frankfurt and Munich and went to the Apple Store in both places. This was mid-November. I happened to be standing near the XR table in both stores. I've never witnessed such a sales frenzy in my life. There were 2 Apple store employees dedicated to running back and forth from warehouse to the sales area bringing the XRs. The XR were absolutely flying out of the store. Many customers were buying 2 and 3 at a time for all the kids in their families. It's valid that you don't consider them worthwhile for your own use, but the market has embraced the XR in a way that is even surprising to me.
Great vid mate. I was an apple fan-boy from the 4 until the 6s and entered the world of android with the Pixel 2 XL and haven't looked back (wait until you discover launchers). Just a couple of things- Native android sms has web support (new feature on android Pie). However, iMessages (and everything you get with it is far far superior). You can edit your privacy settings (def do this with everything and read the permissions you give apps- they're really different to apple).
Here in Europe hardly anyonr uses normal text messages. Most people use WhatsApp or Telegram. I'm kinda thorn between android and ios, I used an iPhone 6S for half a year but ended up selling it again to switch back to android.. 😅 But since I have a macbook and the new ios seems a bit better, I'm not sure which one it's gonna be next year when I'll upgrade again.
Yeah same. iMessage works fine too, but not all my friends / relatives have iPhones, so they can’t use iMessage. I just use Whatsapp, it’s free, backs everything up daily and is easy to use. :D
refreshing to see an iPhone user willing to admit there's some nice things about the Pixel. also, you can txt messages using Google's texting app on a Pixelbook, much the same as how it works on apple laptops.
I appreciate this review as someone who’s been using iPhones for about 7 years. I’m due for an upgrade and for the first time, really coveting the 3 XL. I just don’t know if I can give up the simplicity of iMessage, and I’ll miss the syncing of my Apple Watch and iPad to my phone. As privacy shmivacy- all of our information is out there and the price was our own convenience. Thanks for this review. The google phone is what I would want to have if only I could convince my immediate family to switch. I think I would miss iMessage, find friends and airdrop way too much.
Hey Luke, in TH-cam click your face in the top corner or in Google do the same, and in youtube click 'Manage your Google Account' and in Google click 'Google Account', from there click 'Privacy and personalisation' and from there manage your activity. You can stop them collecting data altogether and delete all your old data from there. The reason it's giving you programme updates is 'Web and App Activity', pause that collection and delete the data, that will stop. I have stopped them collecting everything apart from TH-cam search and watch history, and deleted all the rest of my data. If my explanation is unclear, just google search for 'Delete all my google data'.
Most of the privacy issues you mentioned seem odd. I've gotten notifications similar to what you said, but that was only after Google asked about my favorite TV shows/news sources/etc. Also, I liked this video, one of the few that doesn't come off as a fanboy defending their company in every way possible
The google ecosystem is avaible on both iphone and android. The apple ecosystem is not. This is why I refuse to use the apple services, even when using apple products.
Not sure if you realize this, but when you're using iMessage with all of your other iPhone friends, you aren't actually using SMS. You're using a chat service closer related to Google Hangouts, where you can send uncompressed images and videos, etc. So comparing iMessage to Android Messages is a little backwards. One is primarily a non-SMS chat service, another is limited by the standard features of SMS.
Great video! I really wish more youtubers talked about privacy. As someone who switched from android to iOS over a year ago privacy is one of the biggest changes. If you made a more in depth video about privacy on the two platforms it would be great!
"I mean it has a great full HD screen, two front facing cameras, really a nice notch-less design, beats all the iPhones with its single lens camera, but I'm gonna compare it to the dated iPhone XR because it's just not priced $1000." - iSheep, iFucker. Plain and simple.
We don't compare phones by price tags. OnePlus 6 is $500 phone which easily competes with the $1000 iPhone. Whether subconsciously or not, you basically perpetuated corporate greed. They've built a premium phone with an exceptional camera and AI but since it is not priced $1000 you consider it inferior to XS. Google will come back with a higher price tag next year and all thanks to these prestige hungry TH-camrs who keep putting a phone which lacks common sense features on pedestal year after year.
Camera Obscura wow well I’m not sure what crevice you pulled that response out of but my point is simply that consumers wanting to spend $800 on a phone should compare the phones that are both priced around $800... you clearly have an agenda to push so that’s all I’ll say on the matter
Thanks for the review. You bring a good perspective to Android. I had the reverse experience - picked up an Apple iPhone SE to see how iOS is and really tried to make it work for a week. Not being able to put apps where I wanted to was the biggest turn off, but I could see how this would not be such a big deal if I had only used Apple. Keep up the great videos.
Ok so you fancy having everything connected between your apple device and getting your notes easily but when it comes to google integrating all your data and showing you the new episode of a show you start watching without you having to waste time and search for it then you find it creepy? I call it good damn optimization and integration!!!...I don't get it man...I cannot count how many times I have wanted something that figures out what I like and shows me stuff of my interest without me having to look for that information! This is amazing that it can go back and know immediately so many things that you like instead of having to start from scratch and you having to educate your phone!! Do you really believe google gives a damn about what burger you like or not? NO they dont give a damn. They just offer you the feature in the phone so you can benefit from it...that's it...how many toilet paper you buy is NOT privacy...it is useless information for everybody except for you when you do grocery...this is why the phone helps you with that lol
nice video! however, you may not know that google and many other companies are working on the rcs message technology to grant android a imessage like sms app, and that windows also allows you to sync your phone to your pc and text from your pc, or sync your photos. i don't know if i was clear, sorry, english isn't my primary language, but i just wanted to share with you those infos, because it may help some people having questions about switching to android and be afraid that they can't have imessage or sync to their computers or anything. don't worry, those are features that will come soon, but android is such a huge and complex market, it needs some time
Just because Xs Max is massively overpriced and should be the same price as the pixel 3. It is a fair comparison between the phones. iMessage and FaceTime are worthless as they are not cross platform and is sad people build walls by using them. Bad luck on using the dreadful MacBook with the 5 cent keyboard.
Gotta say that was a really good video BTW one thing to note you "can" get texts on Windows with Android and sync with the Microsoft "your phone" app that might make it easier to review your next android phone, also I'd like to see that new iPad review👍
I don't mind that Google uses my data to enhance my experience, but you can opt out of it in many ways. But generally I find the way that they use it very useful like telling me to leave early for an appointment because of traffic or asking me if I want to add something to my calendar.
I want to add some observations about Privacy because I find it very interesting! In the video I noted how I got notifications about 'Superstore', and how I saw the news article about 'Veep' hours after watching an episode. What is very interesting is when I watched both shows it was in Chrome on Windows. I watched an entire season of 'Wrecked' This summer on Safari inmacOS Mojave and I never saw a peep about it on the Pixel. This is hardly conclusive evidence, but it's certainly very interesting from an observational standpoint.
A great alternative to Google - if you care about privacy - is DuckDuckGo
I enjoyed you video - very nice job.
Others have suggested using DuckDuckGo. Another way to is to take Google out of the picture altogether. I don't use the Google Chrome browser and don't use Google search directly either. I use the Firefox browser because it is highly configurable with extensions. I added the StartPage.com search engine to Firefox configured to use the EU search engines ("Startpage (20 EU no-filter)" in #11 Undefined here: mycroftproject.com/search-engines.html?name=startpage ) as my default search engine in Firefox. Startpage will query Google for results but will mask your IP address so searches can't be tracked. This will add a slight amount of latency to your searches though (round trip searches to Europe). I think the EU standards for privacy are way stronger than ours here in the US so I'm willing to deal with a bit of latency on searches.
Dude. Privacy is a myth. As a reviewer, you should know that.
If you used the same email that you use on chrome in windows it automatically links the cookies and history to your phone giving you the notification that a new episode is airing. And a new feature with the newer versions of android if you have location on and go to a restaurant or even drive pass one you will receive notifications about the place. It is easily turned off it you do not like the option of having it on.
typo
"I dOnT LiKe hOw GoOgLe HaS aLl My InFoRmAtIoN"
He says on his TH-cam account
I don't know how this works, but that's exactly what he sounds like
Yeah because making TH-cam videos is equal to having all your personal conversations and pictures accessed on a mobile phone. What a 2 IQ comment
Not to mention he says he should be asked to give them access yet he WAS asked when he set up his phone/Google account/Google chrome and hurried up and accepted instead of customizing his settings.
damn...got him
@@slickspidey google owns youtube.
If your google account is signed into chrome, thats where those are coming from. And as far as you walking past the burger joint and it popping up an offer, thats because you likely have location enabled in both assistant and on the general phone settings itself. And you did give permission when you were setting up the phone. You can turn it off as well.
It's the perfect example of the difference between android and iphone users. He is primarily an iphone user, and so he just simply doesn't, can't, or won't, understand why these things happen. He's used to the iphone coddling him and telling him "it's all gonna be ok"
You would think a phone reviewer might know that.
Yeah, people give permissions for things and then complain when suggestions and notifications are super specific to them. It's not rocket science, they're not tracking your every move without your consent, you allowed it lmao. I really hate it when people do this.
Rodney Pierce lol yeah. It's the user's fault for not turning it off. They just press *next next next* during the setup process. Pretty much the only option they toggle is the receiving email ones. But they completely ignore the other ones.
Android messages works on any computer, not just a single brand. No apps to install either, just log in via browser.
I thought the same thing while I was watching his video fat people need to do the homework a little more and find out that there's more than meets the eye
That it works on any computer is great. That I have to use it in a browser sucks. Browser is for web browsing, I don't wanna use it for messaging or what so ever, I want a dedicated app for that. Other problem is that almost nobody uses Android Messages, at least not here in Germany. Don't know anybody that does. Germany is pretty much all What's App even on iOS
@@WuschelofDespair The web browser is the only platform-independent thing in the world. Thanks to cloud computing, you're gonna be seeing a lot more of it. And a lot of "apps" are actually running a weird specialized browser window fyi.
@@WuschelofDespair Sorry i don´t understand , the Android SMS app is compatible with all sms and RTS ( rich text service )services , yes now andoid sms can send vídeos etc like whatsapp , greatings from Portugal
Yeah. That’s true. At the same time people know they can get their messages on any of their Apple devices because Apple advertised this benefit. I bumped in to getting Android messages via the browser by mistake.
Just because Apple doesn’t use the data it collects from you to further tune your experience like pixel does, it doesn’t mean it never collects that data. I find when I walk by a place and it showing me reviews right away or gives me articles more focused to me cuts out time scrolling through content I don’t want to see.
Apple does use the data it collect to tune your experience, but does not use it as a money source by doing whatever it want to do with your data, like Google does.
For Google you aren't a user - you're just a data source and money source, nothing more. That's why Google does not have a support at all.
Try, for example, to find a support button on TH-cam - you will never find it, cause there is not one.
Google is just going worse and worse every fucking year, collecting more and more data and using it for it's own benefit.
I personally don't see any problem with that. If them having my data means a good user experience, then by all means take my data. They're not using it to blackmail me or anything, that's fine. Take my data and sell it, give me some good ads I'll actually watch.
Menu -> scroll down to 'Help.' There's support.
@@kikiwora honesty I think why Apple maps and Siri are so bad is because they do not collect data , n everytime someone tells me that iOS is more secure , I ask if they use FB as soon as they say yes, then guess what there is no privacy , Amazon same thing , so unless u live under a rock privacy is an illusion and the thing is convenience always wins over privacy, which is why everyone prefers google assistant vs any other assistant, or why Google maps is the most used map system in the world , or why the world let me Google it, is what everyone does when they need to look something up, ( when I say everyone I mean almost everyone ) I know that there are a few odd balls that's don't use any of these but just remember the moment u use social media privacy don't exist , because they are always listening and watching u
@Roman Suvorov - Look up the definition of what a "business" is and realize that Google is just that.
First, Google doesn't sell data directly, it sells ads and aggregated statistics (the same as Apple). Selling the data doesn't make business sense since they make more money by keeping the data for themselves and selling their advertising services to corporations.
Second, judging from how much better TH-cam, Google Maps and Google Search are compared to the competition, the data it collects does seem to be put to good use. We get quality services, while they get data to provide directed ads and model consumer behavior. That is the exchange. If you think it's not a fair deal, then stop using the services and get off the platform.
For the rest of us, we will quit the platform when a better alternative comes along.
You did give permission before Google started tracking your data. You did this when you were setting up the phone and going through a number of prompts asking about your personalization and privacy preferences. However, since you're already on Chrome for Windows, this has been going on even before you had the phone. It's just that the phone is more actively showing you relevant suggestions based on those data.
Those who are concerned about Googles privacy policy, you can opt out of tracking during setup, and if you didn't opt out during setup you can still disable it. It's no different than Siri tracking you or IOS apps using your location. Google tracking is part of their machine learning. Any data that Google collects is encrypted.
It is very different. Apple does not save your data and does not use it for themselves, but Google does. For google you aren't users, you're just a data source.
I personally don't see any problem with that. If them having my data means a good user experience, then by all means take my data. They're not using it to blackmail me or anything, that's fine. Take my data and sell it, give me some good ads I'll actually watch.
You can opt out all you want they still track you. Read the news, It's been all over the news for the last 2 weeks. I have been concerned about conversations I have had with people and NEVER did any searches online about these topics but yet I keep getting related ads and news article about these topics which means that Google or an app has my mic on and selling my info !! NOT COOL !!!
Apple defiantly saves your data and defiantly use it for its services like ; data that you store with iCloud such as contacts, calendars, notes, bookmarks, reminders, email, photos, videos and documents. Anything you buy from iTunes or using apple pay. All app usage, location data, and more. You can even request a copy of all the data it is collecting but can't be look up instantly like google, it take anywhere from a week to a month.
@@kikiwora No, they take your data and be productive with it so you can be a happier user. They are by definition doing what they are doing to improve UX.
I just bought the Pixel 3 XL and my favorite new feature is the call screen on the phone. Google Assistant handles all my spam calls now. LOVE IT!!!
How do you deal with that notch?
@@ablgmv Despite what most people are saying, the notch is NOT as big as they make it out to be and just as iPhone users get used to their notch, you get used to this one too. I measured and the Pixel notch is actually only 1/8th inch deeper than the iPhones. Look at a ruler and see just what a difference that really is. Also, if the notch really gets you, there are two alternatives until Google comes up with a better option. You can 1) turn the notch off in Developer Options which makes the Pixel 3 XL screen look exactly like the Pixel 3 (with no notch) but will still be a bigger screen than the Pixel 3; or 2) there is an app in the Google Play store called Nacho Notch that turns the "ears" of the notch area black so you still get the icons in the "ears" area, but the top of the notch area is all black. You can even round the top corners so make it look like the phone was designed that way. Google should actually implement this idea as the default view in an update. Otherwise, I don't mind the notch at all. I've gotten used to it already.
Mark Binder yep I do sales and it's so good to use that lol. Constant fucking spam and tire kickers
Yeah i am considering one mainly because of that feature.
@@josephpepe2607 theres a option to hide it
I switched to iOS from Android a couple of years ago. Although I like iOS a lot, one key Android feature I miss is the ability to have an incoming phone call not take up the entire screen and completely interrupt whatever I was doing - like watching a video. On Android, incoming calls show up like a banner at the top of the device. Videos keep playing and you can choose to either take or decline the call without missing a beat. iOS needs to update their outdated phone app to support this feature. It’s so simple, yet super convenient
that's a very interesting and much overlooked point.
All the little things about android are what makes it much better than ios
guess it's time to switch back to android lol
I'm the same, moved from Andoid to iOS in 2016 and the thing I missed was the inability to type the name of someone in the Phone app to find contacts.. Why this is not a feature in iOS I have no idea... Anyway, I've ordered my Pixel 3 now cos I can't afford to stay with Apple :(
very true! excellent point!
As somebody who's considering switching from iPhones I really appreciate this video. This is the only smartphone that's really interested me so thanks for giving this perspective!
Consider One Plus 6 in your options
@@lordsns777 My only problem with it is that it's too big for my tiny Hobbit hands.
@@iamcelia same! It's a shame the new iPhones aren't as small as before
I switched from iPhone to the pixel 1 like 1-2 years ago now and it's still a good phone. Kinda want the pixel 3 now and I've also been looking at iPhone xr and xs but idk if I would actually like them now
If you have friends/family that also have a Pixel phone, you get the same "iMessage" benefits more or less. One of my wife's concerns about switching was we had our locations shared and weren't aware if you could do that on the Pixel. Turns out you can (runs through maps) and you can even make it a widget/icon on your home screen.
Like he mentioned in the videos though, 3d touch is a really nice feature you don't think too much about until you don't have it.
Sorry bout the randomness of the post btw.
You being a iOS user I'm very impressed with your impartial and honest opinion. I'm a pixel user and it's very interesting hearing from the other side.
Hey Mav, is there somewhere I could message you like over Insta or something? My phone is pretty much dead and I'm considering the 3, but I do have some questions.
Uhmm, the fact that stuff you search for on your pc probably using google chrome because it's kinda the best browser, shows up on your pixel it's called synchronization, with your freaking google account connected hello?????
hahaha :D
Kent Wisdom No, its called personalisation and he probably knows that. Also, he said he watches that series on cable only. So what does that have to do with Chrome?
It is personalisation. Google presumes a person's interests and provides relevant results based on data people shared using Google products. Well intended and handy? Yeah, possibly. Creepy? Yeah, because people like to imagine a level of personal privacy in each interaction with products.
Then you can turn off location and browsing history within Google
To call machine learning and personalization creepy is straight up tinfoil hat territory. There isn't enough workers or staff in the world to track every single person and personalize your ads. It's literally a software algorithm. We are not the center of the universe and no one cares if we watch Superstore.
Camera comparison not necessary, the world already agrees the Pixel 3 wins
if you ignore video sure, and if the pixel decides to open the camera app or decides to not randomly delete photos.
The hell was going on with that selfie cam video he took with the pixel 3? Is that for real?
Not exactly I have an iPhone XS and a Google Pixel 3 XL as my mainqin phone and as much as I hate iPhone the camera of my iPhone XS is better than the Pixel 3 XL and it just seems to constantly produce better and more natural and clearer looking photos and for videos I don't think that any phone can beat the iPhone's smart hdr which has way more dynamic range than 3 XL. Don't think me to be biased cause apart from the camera I hate everything on an iPhone from the lack of customisation to the still restricted file manager when compared to android and even the battery life.
Before pixel existed Sony makes great camera too
Terrible Post processing
Ha, Apple tracks all that stuff too.... they're just not providing it back to you as information ;)
Bankhead 1 Any proof for that? That law enforcement is no longer locked out? That they sell your data? That some kid surpassed apples security? It works that way, not vice versa. There is no source that confirms Apple sells any data afaik.
How do I give a double thumbs up? :):)
Honestly you are right. Once you log into the internet your information is no longer private. This has always been and always will be. Don’t want your information out there? Don’t use the internet at all. This should be kind of obvious tho.
What is your reason for assuming that?
Would you rather have a stalker that you had no idea existed or a stalker that constantly leaves little thoughtful personalized gifts on your doorstep and windowsill?
The first thing I would think of, when I search for an ~$800 phone and find the iphone XR vs Pixel 3, is that Google is giving me the best camera, an OLED UHD display, and a bunch of features which are comparable to the XS and XS Max, at the price of the XR. I'd immediately purchase the Pixel 3.
Unless you are balls deep into the Apple ecosystem (and fanboy/girl cultism), I can't find a reason to pick the XR over the Pixel 3.
Annabeth Chase software and ecosystem is my real only reason
The iPhone XR has better battery life, better ecosystem, updates over a longer period of time, way faster processor, way better ram management, better video recording, better build quality and so on.
@@flavioa6351 What use is a faster processor if you don't have a screen to show it. It's like saying you bought the best GPU and CPU combo in the world and ran it on one of those old CRT monitors from the early 2000s.
Better video recording yes, but unless you're a youtuber/vlogger/videographer, I don't see the point; you are much more likely to want a good selfie/picture than a video.
Updates over a long time - yes, that is better by 2 years. Agreed. Though I must ask, how long do you plan to keep a phone as your daily driver these days? 5 years is a long time.
Ram management is better because the XR has a lower resolution screen, it pushes far fewer pixels.
Build quality is the only one I agree with, but then I look at the Oneplus 6t, and I just say FUCK APPLE.
Ecosystem, as I've previously stated, is really good because your already deep in it. For someone who doesn't have a single Apple product, the thought of the amount of Apple Tax I'll have to pay each time I want to add to that ecosystem will haunt me.
Individual benefits are one thing, but if you put unbalanced components together, you'll get a failed product. For example, I'll never buy a laptop with a 144Hz screen and a GTX 1050. A 1050 can never play any game in the last 2 years and every year going forward above 60 fps. No game except cs:go will reach 144Hz. No point.
My problem isn't that the Google Pixel 3 is perfect, it isn't. But we hold Google accountable for that. Fanboys don't do the same for Apple.
And you'll never talk about things like the repair costs, or how the sapphire on the camera lens is inferior sapphire that is no better than glass at preventing scratches. Or how difficult it actually is to rely only on face unlock, or how the new ipad pro now comes bent out of the box and apple just showed you the middle finger, or how many apple fans believe they don't need more than a 720p screen because apple won't sell a device with it, or how you need to pay a premium for the fast charger or the wireless charger, or how Apple started the headphone jack dongle trend and the notch trend, or how they still slow down older phones (iphone 7 being the most recent victim), or how the charging percentage in the iphone is actually modified to slow down at higher percentages to make it seem like you have more charge than you actually do, or so on... Please address all of these.
@@annabethchase2569 Bro you destroyed him lmao NO mercy hahhaha
@@annabethchase2569 That's all true. No one I know with iPhone that don't have apple watch/ipad pro/macbook pro. Normal people don't buy only iPhones and if they do, it's mainly those girls that want a huge iPhone in their hands (they like it big) to show that they have an iPhone or fanboys to show their golden iPhone and that they have money, bet their took a loan for it. it's so ridiculous.
I've had iPhone, apple watch, ipad pro, almost bought macbook pro, cause the ecosystem sucks you in and before i've used android for 7 year, mainly samsung notes and couple of s, then pixel 2 xl and wanted to try iphones. In one year i've bought the X, XS MAX, ipad pro 10.5, apple watch 3 (almost the 4) and wanted mackbook pro but stopped there. With all that money spent, i could build second gaming PC setup. I sold all apple products, except the airpods, cause there's no alternative right now and bought pixel 3 xl and use it as a phone that i love to use.
Don't forget you get a FREE full backup for ALL your photos for FREE with the Pixel, so you don't have to pay for iCloud
Amir Israel just download google photos on iPhone . Problem solved and still don’t have to pay for iCloud 🤷♂️🤦♂️
*until 2023, when it will compress photos taken after that :)
Only the original offers unlimited forever
This comment sure didn’t age well..
*cough* _Pixel 4_ *cough*
Zane Parkinson lmao
I own a Pixel XL 3 and can say the the whole notch thing people need to get past. I never have had a problem with because the software is optimized that it not a problem. As far as what Android can do over an Apple let's just say customization and the freedom to express your self to make the phone your own.
Android doesn't compress your photos and vids when u send a text, it's the MMS protocol that limits file size along with your carrier further compressing it..
the end result is the same, the photo gets compressed. I don't care who's fault it is. So far the only 3rd party messenger I found that allows to send pictures uncompressed is telegram which is not encrypted as soon as you want to use it with multiple clients.
@@WuschelofDespair RCS fixes that! Implementation is slow but it's working great for me
Apple's Safari shares data about you to Google
The difference is, Apple doesn't use this data. Google puts it to use.
Ultimately if you think that apple does not have data about you, then it's probably best you don't own a tech company because you might not last
SmallTalk apple totally uses the data - it just doesn’t make it obvious the way google does. But both companies are bound to be using it for other things besides tailoring what you see online
"Apple doesn't use this data." So not true.
www.cnbc.com/2018/06/04/apple-limits-safari-tracking-gives-more-control-over-personal-data.html
Am I alone in liking the 'creepy' stuff that android/Google does? Privacy is pretty much dead we are too connected and I don't really care as long as I get some cool features out of it. I get news/articles on things I've been looking up I just find it convenient. I don't see that as a privacy breach. A privacy breach would be if my personal info i.e. my personal pictures/conversations and financial information were posted for the public to see. That doesn't happen unless I want it shared. Hackers will always find a way to steal stuff I don't sweat it.
BluePen
No, I am too, I have already probably had all of my data given away and in this day and age, online privacy is only achievable if you don’t use the internet at all. And so if my data helps me out, so be it!
@@saranshchaudhary5228 exactly.
BluePen
I am currently using apple and I know that they also collect my data, but they don’t use it to help me. Google, on the other hand also has my data but uses it to help me.
@@saranshchaudhary5228 yea getting a use out of them collecting the data really makes a difference and what Google's offers is useful like the curated stories on Google now or better traffic routes or reminders like he said about things you would other wise miss
Nah you're not alone, I love Google for this very reason lol. So much personalization and convenience!
"as soon as I singed into my Google account the Pixel just showed off all the data Google has been collecting from me over the years" yeah it was collected on your iPhone. "Android is *definitely* worse about this".
facts lol
You have done the right thing bro...i was also iPhone user for about a decade and what i noticed that Apple is now really running out of innovation and creativity and they are just dragging same technology, design and features (with minor changes) over several years. I also just bought Pixel 3 :)...Good luck!
Can you name the top 3 things you just love about the Pixel 3 since you started using?
I can give you many reasons bro but features i like the most are Google assistant, camera and unlimited photo storage...i am also really excited to see coming up 'night sight' feature
@@Hamdan_Official_TH-camoogle Assistant is def a winner
You can swipe right or left on the google keyboard spacebar to move the cursor
*Swipe left or right on the keyboard's space bar to move the cursor*
I've used Android forever and never knew this !!!
@@volaticus My either.... Mind blown. Wonder what else I don't know lol
🤯🤯🤯
Holy shit. I never knew this! Thanks! Lol
I realize you said these were your opinions, but there are a couple things you did not take into account when speaking about iMessage.
First, Google is attempting to change things by introducing RMS. For a few months now, I get delivery notifications, even when sending messages to iPhone users on various carriers.
Second, messages.android.com allows you to send and receive text messages on your computer, whether it be Mac, Windows, or anything else. That is the thing I hate most about Apple. the lack of support for using their ecosystem on any device not made by Apple. Moreover, messages.android.com does not cause any issues that iMessages causes. The only drawback is that, so far, it only works with Google's messaging app on Android.
kdcadet “Does not cause any of the issues iMessage does”
You’re clearly biased. iMessage has caused me absolutely no issues. On top of that, iOS gives you end to end encryption and security and doesn’t rely on awful sms.
Microsoft is actually doing this for Android devices in it's latest update to Windows 10, Haven't tried it yet but it should be a pretty neat feature going forward.
*RCS and it's introduced years ago by jive and then, Google bought it
kdcadet va
@@theElemDragon don't mind him, fanboys being fanboys
This was an excellent review, both fair and balanced. As usual, you do a great job. Your reviews are thoughtful, informative and entertaining. What more could one ask for?
"Oh, mud mud mud EWWWW"
Let's step over this gigantic tree lol
Ha! Gaayyyy
Fellow gay checking in
That's an iPhone user for ya
Lol
here's a solution to most of your problems:
messages on the computer: messages.android.com
notes: google keep (there's an app and a website)
privacy: you think Apple doesn't d that? they do it, but they track you the same, but they don't even us the info to help you. And yes, you can give permission, go in the google app settings (long press the google app)
"I hate the invasion of privacy" ~ has multiple facebook notifications......
Thank you for this video! I’ve also been using Apple for about 8 years but have been considering getting the pixel.
What you call "creepy" is the advantage that Google leaverages because it integrates the internet into the experience of the computer in your pocket. Also, assistant is better and actually useful.
thefink68 the assistant is also a mega A.I it’s meant to collect data to learn 😂
You can turn off your location littearly in the pull down menu and it wont know where you are....jesus christ...
Hamza Bajwa actually you can still be easily tracked with location services "turned off"
I would try to explain to you how that works but I don't see the point
only way to not be tracked is to not use a phone, not even a 90s flip phone
Hamza Bajwa
Actually HE always knows where you are...:)
@@StarkeksLP Bruh
To be honest it is the lesser of two evils google may be spying on you more than apple but at the same time apple is slowing your phone down more than any other phone company to get you to buy there expensive products. Good video tho, I am a apple user and also a android user btw
This was a super useful video for me... it speaks to my situation...
And I really like that you didn’t focus on the camera and video aspects....
there are dedicated videos for that.
I appreciated your opinions and experience. Thank you!!
Damn I really wish I could have my phone unlocked by the time I stepped over a gigantic tree. 😂 Nice video brotha.
Yeah so you should've definitely compared the Pixel 3 to the XS, not the budget XR. The single camera on the P3 is in my opinion taking better shots than the dual cameras on the XS, with optical vs digital zoom being an exception. Here the XS has a slight edge with the dedicated 2nd camera. I also just tested night sight on my 2XL and it's astonishing what Google's doing with that software.
As you also mentioned, the XR has a lower res, ips panel, which is another reason to not compare it with the P3. It's hard justifying the XS price point when you can get a P3 for 20% less. In Europe the situation is different with the P3 selling for 850€, while the XS is 1150€. Ridiculous difference.
Mostly because XR is $750 and P3 is $800, it makes the most sense to compare the two. Although the P3 does keep up in a lot of areas with the Xs
Android has an option of Web version of Text Messaging.
What is it called?
@@Flamvelation messages.android.com/
I respect your opinions in the video, I will say, like several others have, you CAN do messages on Android and desktop via Messages, which you were using. It honestly is a really nice experience, if you keep using it I'd recommend it. Easy to set up too and works anywhere! I don't think there's a device limit either.
The amount of misinformation spread in this... Jeez
totally agree dude.
Fantastic video Luke. I currently have the I Phone 6s and having been wanting a new phone for awhile. The new I Phone's were too expensive for me so I was thinking about the Pixel 3. You just helped me make my decision :)
I'm pretty sure you can turn off that location tracking and history within Google privacy settings
Just a little advice for anybody switching platforms. Make sure you use a third-party cloud system like dropbox instead of Google or iCloud. It will be compatible with whatever system you decide to go with and you'll have no problems retrieving your items.
I get how people think how "creepy" Google's data collection is but I generally find it very useful and sometimes magical!
I like that you were clear about the biases and such, and also adding in the price difference when comparing to your own normal device. It would've been nice if you spent a little more time going into detail on what you liked MORE on the Android though, just like you did the fingerprint scanner.
I think Google artificial intelligence is the future.
When we get access to AI call screening in Canada I will seriously consider this phone.
I already use Google Home Max at home.
I'm too boring of a person to worry about my privacy.
You can turn off alot of the tracking on the Pixel.
I was confused about this at first with my Pixel 2... it KNEW I was at a Mcdonalds, or Target...
And then I figured out it was tracking my location history.. so i disabled that
Hangouts is the best way to do texting and video calling on Android. You can also do WiFi calling if you're out of range on your cell phone service. Essentially, you can reach any type of phone, as well as group calling, and when you're on your computer it has the same functionality as on your phone. One of the major advantages of Pixel phones is that you can use the Google Fi cell phone service which has a lot of advantages that are too many to be addressed here.
Google's tracking of its users location, browsing and search history are what make up their ecosystem. DUH! Is any of that information something that could harm you in anyway? If they get hacked perhaps it could... doubt it. But the user tracking makes some things incredibly useful and other things annoyances. It can ALL be controlled with your devices and you go have to agree to their terms when setting up a Google account and Google devices. Luke mentioned he didn't give permission to Google. I beg to differ... you simply did not read the information displayed to you when setting up that Pixel phone and Google account. Don't blame someone else when you don't take the time to read information that is given to you.
My Pixel tells me the fastest route to take to work and back home each day. The route time estimates are almost always accurate within a minute or two. If I get annoyed at notifications or stories on my feed that I don't want, I can stop them easily. It does take time and a little effort but once you get it set to your liking, it's very useful to have the information you need at a glance or by asking your phone for it.
10:00 let me try to assure your concerns on the privacy front because I know a lot of people don't read even a a fraction of a percent of what they agree to half the time. When you first sign into your Google account on any Android, and I know this as an Android user as well as having set up a new Pixel 3 recently, it asks you whether you want location history and tracking. Google also asks you when you use Chrome for the first time if you want to send usage statistics to improve your browsing experience. Sorry, but if you don't read the TOS or any fine print and just hit agree to everything then complain, that's just your own fault.
You do know iPhones invasion of privacy is significantly creepier right...
rod\ incorrect . Martin they can’t go on because it isn’t true.
@@MyFriendsPodcast Any company will do that under our own noses
I do see the Jonah resemblance as well. Just got my new Pixel 3, and have been enjoying it. But even going from my Samsung Android to the Pixel, I'm noticing some things I miss from the Galaxy.
Interesting comparison. I've used both Android and iOS and there are real advantages (and the opposite) to both IMO. Re the fingerprint reader, I much prefer it on the front, as I don't like the idea of having to pick up my phone every time I want to use it..on the front, so I can open the phone on a flat surface....that's why I *still* have an iPhone 6s! ;O)
You can actually send google messages on the computer too. It's done through the Android Messages web application. It doesn't sync online, it uses the local network, so your phone and computer have to be connected to the same network. But that actually makes it more secure. Highly recommend you check it out if you plan on fully switching to Android.
On Android Messages if you click the 3 dots and choose messages for web, scan the QR code on messages.android.com you can text on any computer (with any Operating system)
Thank you for this video! I’ve always had iPhone and I’m planning to switch to a Pixel 3 tomorrow. I would have liked to see more of what you were explaining about the pixel in the video rather then mainly focusing on how the iPhone handles the issue.
Great vid! I hope you enjoy your new Pixel 3
@@dillelmus3203 did you see the video?
@@dillelmus3203 yes, yes it is
You can send Android messages through Chrome if you like sending messages from your computer and if you ever get a Chromebook the Android messenger is gonna be built-in just like on the Macbook. It's an ecosystem thing.
Also, Apple takes just as much data from their users but they don't use it to fine-tune the user experience. That's why you don't notice it, not because they take less data from your daily life.
I was your 28,000 subscriber :)
Excellent review! Avid Pixel and iPhone fan and felt like you gave fair and honest feedback. Thumbs up and subbed.
Before I watch this I'm glad you got your first experience with an android phone on an actual good phone like the Pixel 3 or an Galaxy s9 or Note 9 rather than some random budget phone and then talk about it.
Is that Windows 10 on both computer screens behind you? Thought you were a hard core apple guy.
Ones a Mac Pro running bootcamp. The other is his gaming pc.
I think he is platform agnostic which I really appreciate.
He's very much an apple guy, but he's not an idiot ;)
@@issy_dev right hes open minded👍
He’s testing out an android phone, it’s only logical that goes out of the Mac ecosystem lol
May need to give it some more time, some of the stuff you said you like about iOS are things I do every day on my Pixel.
For example, scrubbing by pushing down on the keyboard rather than screen taps and gestures. Your GBoard keyboard does this by default, just press and hold on the space bar to activate it then scrub through the text.
Messaging on a computer... Android has an even better implementation than iMessage in my opinion. It's web based and runs in any browser on your PC or Mac. Just click the three dot menu (top right) in Messages on your phone, then choose "Messages for Web". A quick scan of the QR code on the web page with your phone and it syncs up. Even has the option to work remotely over data instead of requiring a Wifi Connection.
Photos and Videos over messaging service - iMessage actually DOES compress photos and videos, it just does so much less than SMS does. That being said, images look great and high quality over texts on Android. Videos are really the only issue, but (besides using 3rd party messaging apps) you do get unlimited storage for truly uncompressed pictures/video (even 4K) that can be shared via the Photos app and viewed by the end user on a browser or with a quick app download. Google Photos is actually much better IMO for sharing albums w/ friends and family than iCloud is.
A lot of times if you're receiving messages on iMessages on your computer after disabling it on your phone, they are probably sending to your email address not your phone number. You can also use a deregister form on Apple's website to remove your number from iMessage.
Tracking and notifications - you actually did have an option to disable this when you first set the phone up. But if you didn't disable those services because you were excited and click next next skip next to get to the home screen you can't blame Google for using data to make your experience more convenient.
I too switched over to a Pixel recently (from an iPhone X).
You’ve used iPhones for 6 years, but used iOS for 10 years 🤔🤔
iPod touch
DjDestinyChicago iPad too
That’s what he said 🤷🏾♂️
@@brandonbest6208 iPad hasn't been around for 10 years, only 8
GBCAwesome fair enough then, apologies
Great summary, I totally concur (switched from iOS to Pixel XL 2 years ago, and then Pixel 2 a year ago). IMessage issues are still occasional killers with missed texts or scaled down pics/vids or not being able to participate in shared Photo albums, since everyone in my world uses iOS.
Battery life is different too, so your usage pattern could make one better than the other. My Pixel 2 has always had poor battery life, but the built-in fast USB-C charging is amazing and lets me top off throughout the day in no time. But if I am going out for the day and away from being able to charge, it wouldn’t get me much past lunch. I know iOS charges annoyingly slow compared to fast USB-C, but it can at least get through most of a day if you are away from a wall or car charger, unlike Pixel.
For these reasons, I am switching back to iOS after 2 years. Blue XR is arriving today. Bittersweet, since I will miss the amazing display and camera of Pixel 2 in certain situations and the Google Assistant is SO vastly superior to Siri (as evidenced by my talking to my phone throughout the day while never hearing any of my iPhone family members talking to theirs outside of phone calls), but the majority of my usage will likely result in my never being to tell the difference. Being back in iOS ecosystem with the new phone, along with the iPad I still use everyday, will be more than worth it.
At the beginning of using Android the user granting the promission to track all location and users data .
Same, I'm a lifetime iPhone user recently started rocking a Galaxy j7 star. It's on the cheap side but damn the Samsung OS is so much more fluid and deeply accessible. Lots of small details add up to a better over all experience.
You can turn off tracking in your Google account.
Mr Tech but can you really trust it
@@ReubenWslay that's up for debate. I wouldn't really TRUST any company. If you want to remain anonymous better not use any mobile tech devices. (My parents and some of my siblings have never had a smartphone or even a computer, they don't even have email...).
Hey Luke,
Just so you know, you can scrub through text using the space key on the onscreen keyboard. Run your finger back and forth on it and it'll happen.
And yeah, Google's "guesses" are spooky. They're the best at that machine learning stuff (having literally built tensor hardware, software APIs, etc.), with most other companies trying to catch up. Rest assured though, your privacy is between you and Google's computers, just like how it is on your iPhone - between you and Apple's computers. Google won't be giving up their position as gatekeeper - they won't be giving away or selling your info to anyone. They sell the service of targeting ads properly.
I suspect you may have clicked past a privacy thing either on your computer or on the phone as you set it up. Google services periodically prompt me to accept a new agreement when I sign in, and I keep rejecting their requests. There is a privacy area on their website where you can control this stuff though, if you accidentally enabled it.
The first thing I did when I got my Pixel was go in and disable all the tracking, GPS, random AI stuff, etc.; I just wanted that sweet point and shoot camera that could deal with very challenging lighting, and a stripped down no-bloat phone.
You really should make a compilation video of you calming down fanboys from one or another group. Never fails to cracke me up!
Its funny when recording because I know exactly what they're going to say! So predictable smh
Really enjoyed the video. Thank you for making it. I really do dig the Pixel phone line, but if you are a user coming from a very old phone (3-4 years) and want your next phone to also go the distance, I don't think this phone is for you (or me in this case). Seems like a small incremental upgrade and I don't think that the HW will be able to hold up against the test of time vs other flagship phones right now. Makes me sad since I feel like I have to wait for the next one and hope that its more of an upgrade then this one. I wish they would upgrade there HW every 6 months (if needed) lke OnePlus does with there T line.
First world problems... I message smh 🤦🏻♂️🤦🏻♂️🤦🏻♂️
May I also add... I don't think you get the pricing system either...
Very good, unbiased, honest review.
I've always preferred Android and currently use a Pixel 2, but there's no denying that Apple have caught up and in some respects overtaken on the hardware front.
Software wise, it's a matter of choice and I applaud you for not getting involved in the 'fanboy' stuff and just giving your honest opinion!
did no one else see the little tinder flame at 10:43?? and how it wasn't there anymore by 10:54..?
dead. lol
He had to check it between takes!
I appreciate him trying to be as Frank and unbiased as possible and he does a pretty decent job, but some of the concerns he has like location tracking (can be turned off) and and massage's transfer (if used what's app can be backed up and talk across multiple platforms) would be less of a issue to him.
"The pixel just knows too much about me that I didn't tell it" 😂
I used the iOS platform for a long time, then I switched to Android and stayed there for a few years and now I am back to iphone. I had the note. 9 and there was a lot of things that bothered me that I won’t get into but I sold it and got the iPhone X S Max. I do miss some features of the note I have to say, but overall I am very very happy with apple. I hate that there is no headphone jack, totally hate that, but I have heard android are following and will soon all eliminate the headphone jack. So I have to accept it I guess. The performance and camera of the iphone is pretty perfect smooth, but I still do like Android. I would like to have both phones and just switch sims when I get restless for the other one, lol. But I can’t do that practically. I think both are decent phones and both have their pros and cons, it is a matter of personal preference as you said in this video. Thank you for posting and sharing your opinions. It is good to see what others appreciate and don’t appreciate from both sides. Merry Christmas!
comparing phones based on their price point ? It's obvious that google pixel gives you more bang for your buck. It's not a "budget" model like the xr is for apple. Pixel is a flagship en should be compared to the iphone xs, And no i'm not a android fanboy, I have an iphone 8
Nigel S ---- Apple sells five current iPhones. XR is in the middle. It is not the budget model, in the middle means mid-range.
Anyway I agree that comparing Pixel 3 to an XR makes no sense.
@@bruxi78230 then why does the XR have low range specs for mid to high range prices
@@conalldayton --- When talking about the high-end there are 3 price ranges that are tracked by research companies. From 400-600, 600-800, and 800 plus. Obviously the XR is in the middle of those 3. Early indications are that XR is not only Apple's highest selling phone, but the highest of any company in the mobile industry. The most important spec is the SoC and the XR surprised by having the A12, which is 2 years ahead of anything from Android world.
So I guess your theory about low-end specs are something you made up. The market talks to us through numbers and you're just making up theories based on nothing but opinion.
@@bruxi78230 not entirely probably a little though because I'm tired of hearing all these iPhone users place their phones on such a high pedestal just because that's their OPINION. Hell yes, that A12 works wonders but what's the point if the camera doesn't even compare to a phone like the pixel or the absolutely atrocious screen resolution on a terrible IPS display? My point is this phone is not close to worth $750 US. Not saying the pixel is worth it's $800 it's not. But it offers a much better deal than the XR, you get a high end processor, decent RAM when combined with google's software makes the phones pretty much the same speed, sure there will be discrepancies but all top tier phones are unbelievably fast now days, so what's the point. Over all an Android will give you way better value for your dollar than any iPhone. Not to mention beautiful phones like the OnePlus 6t, this phone competes with all flagships for half their price. And it runs Android.
In the above post I should have specified more, it's in the high end of the mid teir
@@conalldayton ---- Specs are what we discuss here on TH-cam comments, but I actually don't think most users whether Android or iPhone really care or understand that much about them. I'll tell you about an experience I had recently. I visited Frankfurt and Munich and went to the Apple Store in both places. This was mid-November. I happened to be standing near the XR table in both stores. I've never witnessed such a sales frenzy in my life. There were 2 Apple store employees dedicated to running back and forth from warehouse to the sales area bringing the XRs. The XR were absolutely flying out of the store. Many customers were buying 2 and 3 at a time for all the kids in their families. It's valid that you don't consider them worthwhile for your own use, but the market has embraced the XR in a way that is even surprising to me.
Great vid mate. I was an apple fan-boy from the 4 until the 6s and entered the world of android with the Pixel 2 XL and haven't looked back (wait until you discover launchers).
Just a couple of things-
Native android sms has web support (new feature on android Pie). However, iMessages (and everything you get with it is far far superior).
You can edit your privacy settings (def do this with everything and read the permissions you give apps- they're really different to apple).
Here in Europe hardly anyonr uses normal text messages. Most people use WhatsApp or Telegram.
I'm kinda thorn between android and ios, I used an iPhone 6S for half a year but ended up selling it again to switch back to android.. 😅 But since I have a macbook and the new ios seems a bit better, I'm not sure which one it's gonna be next year when I'll upgrade again.
Yeah same. iMessage works fine too, but not all my friends / relatives have iPhones, so they can’t use iMessage. I just use Whatsapp, it’s free, backs everything up daily and is easy to use. :D
exactly, everyone I know uses Facebook Messenger
refreshing to see an iPhone user willing to admit there's some nice things about the Pixel. also, you can txt messages using Google's texting app on a Pixelbook, much the same as how it works on apple laptops.
Damn, I guess I can't ask you to send me that Pixel now.
COULD YOU SEND ME THE IPHONE I'LL USE IT I DON'T CARE I'M BROKE
I appreciate this review as someone who’s been using iPhones for about 7 years. I’m due for an upgrade and for the first time, really coveting the 3 XL. I just don’t know if I can give up the simplicity of iMessage, and I’ll miss the syncing of my Apple Watch and iPad to my phone. As privacy shmivacy- all of our information is out there and the price was our own convenience. Thanks for this review. The google phone is what I would want to have if only I could convince my immediate family to switch. I think I would miss iMessage, find friends and airdrop way too much.
You didn't mention Messages for Web. Did you not try that out?
Hey Luke, in TH-cam click your face in the top corner or in Google do the same, and in youtube click 'Manage your Google Account' and in Google click 'Google Account', from there click 'Privacy and personalisation' and from there manage your activity. You can stop them collecting data altogether and delete all your old data from there. The reason it's giving you programme updates is 'Web and App Activity', pause that collection and delete the data, that will stop. I have stopped them collecting everything apart from TH-cam search and watch history, and deleted all the rest of my data. If my explanation is unclear, just google search for 'Delete all my google data'.
Your first phone was in 2012?
How old are you
Young
Most of the privacy issues you mentioned seem odd. I've gotten notifications similar to what you said, but that was only after Google asked about my favorite TV shows/news sources/etc.
Also, I liked this video, one of the few that doesn't come off as a fanboy defending their company in every way possible
So i thought the wide angle selfie cam was really awesome until i used it because then i realized it made my head look tiny hahaha
So you don't understand or know how wide angle lenses work? Just a common lack of knowledge, else you never would have had the expectation.
Liked because you took into account the prices, something I havnt seen in other comparison videos. Good for you👍
The google ecosystem is avaible on both iphone and android. The apple ecosystem is not. This is why I refuse to use the apple services, even when using apple products.
Not sure if you realize this, but when you're using iMessage with all of your other iPhone friends, you aren't actually using SMS. You're using a chat service closer related to Google Hangouts, where you can send uncompressed images and videos, etc. So comparing iMessage to Android Messages is a little backwards. One is primarily a non-SMS chat service, another is limited by the standard features of SMS.
10:52 Tinder notification! :D
Great video! I really wish more youtubers talked about privacy. As someone who switched from android to iOS over a year ago privacy is one of the biggest changes. If you made a more in depth video about privacy on the two platforms it would be great!
"I mean it has a great full HD screen, two front facing cameras, really a nice notch-less design, beats all the iPhones with its single lens camera, but I'm gonna compare it to the dated iPhone XR because it's just not priced $1000." - iSheep, iFucker. Plain and simple.
I was very clear that I didn’t say which phone was better, just that price wise the Xr is closest.
We don't compare phones by price tags. OnePlus 6 is $500 phone which easily competes with the $1000 iPhone. Whether subconsciously or not, you basically perpetuated corporate greed. They've built a premium phone with an exceptional camera and AI but since it is not priced $1000 you consider it inferior to XS. Google will come back with a higher price tag next year and all thanks to these prestige hungry TH-camrs who keep putting a phone which lacks common sense features on pedestal year after year.
Camera Obscura wow well I’m not sure what crevice you pulled that response out of but my point is simply that consumers wanting to spend $800 on a phone should compare the phones that are both priced around $800... you clearly have an agenda to push so that’s all I’ll say on the matter
Well that's exceptionally stupid. As stated above, OnePlus 6 is very comparable to the iPhone Xs and costs half the price.
Thanks for the review. You bring a good perspective to Android. I had the reverse experience - picked up an Apple iPhone SE to see how iOS is and really tried to make it work for a week. Not being able to put apps where I wanted to was the biggest turn off, but I could see how this would not be such a big deal if I had only used Apple. Keep up the great videos.
Ok so you fancy having everything connected between your apple device and getting your notes easily but when it comes to google integrating all your data and showing you the new episode of a show you start watching without you having to waste time and search for it then you find it creepy? I call it good damn optimization and integration!!!...I don't get it man...I cannot count how many times I have wanted something that figures out what I like and shows me stuff of my interest without me having to look for that information! This is amazing that it can go back and know immediately so many things that you like instead of having to start from scratch and you having to educate your phone!! Do you really believe google gives a damn about what burger you like or not? NO they dont give a damn. They just offer you the feature in the phone so you can benefit from it...that's it...how many toilet paper you buy is NOT privacy...it is useless information for everybody except for you when you do grocery...this is why the phone helps you with that lol
Exactly why it's called a smartphone!
nice video! however, you may not know that google and many other companies are working on the rcs message technology to grant android a imessage like sms app, and that windows also allows you to sync your phone to your pc and text from your pc, or sync your photos. i don't know if i was clear, sorry, english isn't my primary language, but i just wanted to share with you those infos, because it may help some people having questions about switching to android and be afraid that they can't have imessage or sync to their computers or anything. don't worry, those are features that will come soon, but android is such a huge and complex market, it needs some time
Just because Xs Max is massively overpriced and should be the same price as the pixel 3. It is a fair comparison between the phones. iMessage and FaceTime are worthless as they are not cross platform and is sad people build walls by using them. Bad luck on using the dreadful MacBook with the 5 cent keyboard.
Gotta say that was a really good video BTW one thing to note you "can" get texts on Windows with Android and sync with the Microsoft "your phone" app that might make it easier to review your next android phone, also I'd like to see that new iPad review👍
you should compare xs and pixel 3
I don't mind that Google uses my data to enhance my experience, but you can opt out of it in many ways. But generally I find the way that they use it very useful like telling me to leave early for an appointment because of traffic or asking me if I want to add something to my calendar.
Which pixel do you have? I'm thinking of changing.....
@@priscillawalker677 I have the Google Pixel 3 XL. I've had the original XL and Pixel 2 XL as well.
10:50 homeboy uses Tinder 😭
I don’t understand why your comment doesn’t have more likes 🙁 but I was about to comment that lmao