Google Tensor 2: I don’t need a lot from this chip to fix the Pixel 7

The semiconductor industry is a crazy place.

There’s an ebb and flow in computing. A new chip is rarely a perfect one-to-one upgrade over an older chip. Different features, different initiatives, changing consumer needs, numerous factors influence a chip design.

Google’s Tensor is an interesting beast.

Tensor is an attempt at focusing phone hardware to better run Google software. It’s an attempt at creating more hardware and software synergy for Google services. It’s a surprisingly successful solution for a first generation System on Chip (SOC), but it is first gen and we should expect improvements from succeeding generations.
What does Tensor 2 need to be successful? Not a lot…
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Phone Camera Video Torture Test! Did the XPERIA 5IV Fail?

Camera video torture test! Let’s shoot some HEAVY video!

Looking at the concerns from other reviewers, people are wondering if the XPERIAs this year are overheating. Is this a “problem”, or should we be more concerned with video quality? Lining up phones to shoot 4k at 60fps and 4K at 120fps, we can build some data to predict how long a phone SHOULD last out in the field.

XPERIA 5IV, OnePlus 10 Pro, Axon 40 Ultra, Pixel 6A, and the Xiaomi 12S Ultra!

If you’re relying on a phone to capture memories or get work done, it’s critical we know how hard we can drive that phone for real work. Let’s see how long we can shoot before these phones tap out!

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NEW Pixel 6A Review | Low price and new features!

It’s 26 minutes long.
We have a LOT to talk about. 
This phone is a stellar competitor in the mid-price phone tier, but I am a little anxious about who might most enjoy it. Powerhouse performance is GREAT, but that battery tho… 
Let’s chat! 

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Pixel 6A: Popularity and Toxic Review Trends…

Before I finish my Pixel 6A review, we need to have ONE more chat about review trends and YouTube popularity. If you’re NOT interested in a conversation about metrics on YouTube, GET OUT NOW.

That said, we still see frustrating data on how smaller competitors are handled when we factor in the idea of how online influencers often make money. If we’re trying to guide enthusiasts and consumers to make better purchasing decisions, looking at the search popularity to guide our review content is a HORRIFICALLY bad trend… Continue reading “Pixel 6A: Popularity and Toxic Review Trends…”

Google Pixel 6a 5G – Unboxing and Initial Impressions (TK Bay & Juan Bagnell)

Joining TK for a co-stream on both of our channels!

Unboxing and setting up the Pixel 6A! Our first impressions with a LOT of snark at how some OTHER reviewers have been “critiquing” this new mid-ranger!

Plenty of actual coverage to come soon! Enjoy!

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