Google Pixel 1 revisit: 5 years later

[@DirtyTesla]

I bought an OG pixel on ebay for like $40 and I transfer all my pictures to it to upload to google photos for free unlimited storage still lol

[@NaniNani-wj9wj]

A small price to pay

[@venkateshr6031]

That's brilliant

[@harsha20599]

I use pixel props to treat realme as pixel

[@theyeshhh]

what really? But didn’t google stop unlimited photos support on their google phones or does that apply only to the newer models?

[@theyeshhh]

@Space Dust thanks 👍

[@CassidyJames]

I still think this design felt the highest end of all the Pixels. The all metal just felt SO nice and the slight wedge shape was a great solution for making it easy to hold and avoiding a camera bump.

[@NaniNani-wj9wj]

It's damn good design even if the bezels are big

[@why_tho_]

Agreed

[@mitismee]

@@NaniNani-wj9wj 2016 all phone mostly have big bezel so no one care at the time. Well tbh pixel was bigger than the rest they could've trim it down more

[@G1NZOU]

I think the Pixel 6 will finally return to that high end feel.

[@brockster34]

The way they made it thicker at the top and thinner at the bottom was such an amazing design choice. Best way to get rid of the camera bump.

[@tmartinppc]

Still have my XL in my desk drawer. I also love the way it feels in my hand. I occasionally just pull it out of my drawer and hold it.

[@gevinduxrs2]

Memories 🥺

[@SkaterKonks]

I still have it in my pocket

[@SriHari722]

Use it as uploader bro

[@rogerbur5630]

My kids and I use it to play games. Xxx knocks and drops and it still runs super smooth. Can't say the same for the Samsung's I've used since then.

[@RakeshBotadkar]

I do the same with my nexus 6... Man I miss these kind of phones now...

[@robertjameslarsen]

I'm still using my original Pixel XL, I'll finally be replacing it with the 6 Pro when it comes out this month.

[@NickRoeder]

Stopped using mine this month. Still great. Going to keep it around for unlimited photo storage.

[@matthewhurts2445]

Same

[@Adnan_Khan__111]

What is OG pixel

[@jamesmyers6739]

How did you last that long lol

[@desirewithinus]

is it safe to use for so long without any security updates?

[@left-coast-dad]

Still my daily driver.... for a few more weeks. I'll be replacing my OG Pixel XL with a new Pixel 6 Pro. Just returned from a road trip through Yellowstone, Montana, Idaho and Wyoming where my XL was my camera for all the incredible scenery and wildlife. I'll miss the lifetime, original size/quality photo storage, but not much else. Mine still holds an all-day charge, is in near mint condition and has never suffered any hardware issues whatsoever. Not worth selling, so I'll probably just return it to its OG packaging and tuck it away to pull out every now and then for those reminiscent feels.

[@shreyasligade]

I can say the same for my pixel 3a.. Its obviously relatively new as compared to OG pixel and still getting the OS update and security patches but overall experience has been amazing and I hope to continue using it for a longer period of time

[@jamo8154]

As you are keeping your original pixel, just use it as a way to transfer all your photos onto google photos instead (since unlimited storage still applies to the first few pixel phones)

[@ProGamusian]

Use the phone as a means to get unlimited photos still 😂

[@kyletrent.mp4]

I dunno man I know a guy who can make that $40 go a long way

[@banana6963]

I'd highly suggest against just packing it away for storage. Battery health is affected if you keep it totally discharged for long periods of time. Keep the battery charge between 20-80%. I kept my older phone in such a way and the battery health deteriorated due to being completely drained.

[@SnazTasticKobe]

I remember the UI being so hyped, miss those days!

[@mitismee]

The Android 12 ui are hyped today as well are you gonna say the same thing 5 year later ?

[@SnazTasticKobe]

@@mitismee no imo, sure we all want it, but it was the time where most android os switched and adapted googles materical flat os designs, obviously not google since they always had it, but I remember my S7 edge finally having a flat material design, away from the colorful kiddy icons from samsung.

[@mitismee]

@@SnazTasticKobe yeah now android 12 material u out there is just the best looking ui of any UI handdown

[@SnazTasticKobe]

@@mitismee yeah but i still remember the oreo update, its just like ios 6 to ios 7 transition

[@MrDarren690]

@@SnazTasticKobe You don't need to justify--UI changes are UI changes and people are going to look at it. Go Material Design You!

[@Mcali1984]

The blue one was and if my favorite phone of all time. Looked gorgeous.

[@LARRYGBBQGUY]

I remember my 1st GPXL, fell in love with it, it was smooth experience. Owed GP2XL, loved it too. Owed and still have GP3XL as my work phone, great experience, only one down side, screen burning, but im still using it. GP4 wasnt owned by me, but my wife has it and its been a great phone. As mu current daily phone for the last year is GP5, despite they didn't release XL model last year, i had to have it and i love it so much. Now today as GP6Pro launching, i have to get my hands on to upgrade, can't wait to get it, especially for the camera. So thats my good experience with Google Pixel handsets.

[@niravpaltoo6875]

Still my favourite pixel to this day, bezels and all

[@AdnanAmir69]

Yeah, This is the my first time seeing Google pixel, I quite like it.

[@ericschwartz100]

I've owned both Pixel 3 XL, and my Pixel 5. I absolutely love both of the phones. Build quality, materials used, camera, battery performance ... Everything is just amazing. Software fluidity perfection! I have no doubt that the Pixel 6's will be anything less!

[@teekillinem]

Wish I still had my Pixel 2 XL. That was my favorite Pixel phone period.

[@sally2395]

Yeah the Pixel 2 XL was legendary unfortunately the camera bug black screen that plagued thousands of devices ruined it

[@theyeshhh]

Till 2019, new phone launches used to hype me up like crazy. It's good to see revisit videos of old phones. Great video, Zach :)

[@ShellymanStudios]

Funny, I just turned on my Nexus 6P in ages today. Still run smoothly other than the battery.

[@CarlDraper]

"other than the battery." i tried to find one secondhand with a good battery, after 3 attempts and returns, i gave up and got a Moto for awhile then got a Pixel 3a then a 4a

[@ShellymanStudios]

@@CarlDraper Oh. Wow!

[@shetawy]

Right now I'm rocking with the pixel 5, but i remember this phone it was amazing and it has the most stunning camera back then, right now I don't see myself using non pixel devices, i just love Google vanilla android devices ❤️

[@10Zenil]

The OG pixel was the greatest android phone ever. Almost perfect software experience, on par with iOS

[@The_MEMEphis]

Nah the Nexus 6 was the best

[@eamonob84]

My favorite design wise was the HTC One M7. But the whole software integration/optimization and updates wise, Pixel is the best.

[@B-max.]

Greatest Android phone ever? Lol no. Not even close.

[@OK-cp8qw]

@@B-max. example of a phone that was close?

[@giygas_9577]

@@The_MEMEphis Plus you had the obvious advantage of having something that sounded like it was straight out of Blade Runner.

[@Jupiter2ignite]

Honestly still one of my favorite designs for the pixel series. Rocking a white 4xl these days still but I still have fond memories of using the pixel 1. Another excellent video as always

[@mouse12102]

I had the XL black model, I was worried about battery life and design, but the smaller ones in blue and white ended up looking a lot nicer to me when I saw it in person. One quirky thing that I liked about it looking back was that the fingerprint scanner size is actually larger than the newer pixel models (compared to my P3 and P5). It wasn't faster or anything, but I remember being able to unlock my phone with just the tip or side of my finder.

[@simply90]

Yeah I got a rude shock when I switched to a pixel 4a last year as the fingerprint scanner became much smaller and had matte surface instead of glossy like the OG.

[@lucasn0tch]

That phone was my happiness five years ago 😭

[@SamerBakr]

It's still my daily driver 🤣 What a great phone 📱

[@agisler87]

I can't believe how many people in the comments are still using this phone as their daily driver. I thought I was the only one 🤣

[@sauravprashar]

My budget is roughly 100$ and Should i get a used one for that to be my daily driver. I want it for just 1 year and then ill buy something else. Main reason for buying is the unlimited storage and the camera. The guy says the charge lasts 2-3 hrs. I wont be gaming but using reddit and youtube for the most part.

[@JonathanFigueroa]

Watching this on my Pixel XL. Still love this phone. I got the blue one but swapped the display to the black bezel one. Looks so much better than the original white one.

[@KAGReacts]

Why do I like the older phone designs more than the new ones. Looking at that camera quality has me excited for the Pixel 6 Pro.

[@TimMug]

Seeing older phones like this makes me nostalgic for a time I never really felt present in. 2016 I was 16 sure, but I can't really think of anything that I did during that time that was noteworthy. I think I had the iPhone 4S still at that time, and I didn't really pay attention to evolving tech past games. Now I sit here, thinking about those times again and wondering if it could have been different if I had wanted a Pixel instead of the new iPhone

[@ShevonSalmon]

Great video!

[@edwinsebastian602]

Hey shevon hi. I'm your subscriber. Love your videos man. ❤️

[@bl8demast3r]

I remember getting my OG Pixel free from Google to replace my Nexus 6P with battery issues. The 6P was an awesome phone, I was sad to leave it but I couldn't deal with the battery issues anymore.

[@phritza]

I still have my Pixel 1 and I feel as if it has held up very well. Probably the best compared to the other android phones from 2016.

[@Reknilador]

That blue color was just amazing, nothing like it, phones were very exciting back then.

[@WinsomeWiffy]

I'm still using mine! Feeling the slowdown and getting a 5.

[@mariocontreras6855]

At this point get the 6

[@RusticRonnie]

@@mariocontreras6855 the 5 is cheaper you don’t know people’s situation.

[@TamaraGirodie]

Just another 🔥 video from Zach 👌🏼 keep it up my dude! I never had the OG pixel, but my sister did and it was a solid little thing. That’s blue color it came in was super unique too!

[@nisha4811]

Loved this video! Taken us back! Nice!!!👍

[@subieworx]

No camera bump and that sweet wedge design. I really appreciated the design.

[@HollowRick]

My only criticism with the design would be not using that bottom bezel as a speaker

[@voltgaming2213]

I remember the hype when it came out , it was telling is the camera,the smoothness

[@hillefoozy]

I just upgraded from this phone around a month ago, and I can say that using it was incredibly enjoyable

[@alvincwu]

I still have mine. I will forever treasure this device.

[@resetreflectt]

Wow, those picture examples still look damn good.

[@Espiritiv]

I'm literally watching this video on a Pixel 1 phone that have had since the pre-order date! Still works damn well.

[@agisler87]

I bought my Pixel 1XL when it first came out and 5 years later it is my only phone. I have the same screen burn-in, terrible battery degradation, chipped back and after a drop last week cracked glass over camera sensor. Really excited for the pixel 6, I think I will finally upgrade.

[@novranalfarizi]

Xiaomi Mi A1 user here. Google Pixel 1 was my dream phone. I'm glad I can feel such a pixel experience in my Mi A1 from the UI and the dimension😄

[@yashkochar]

Mi A1 was the Best Xiaomi Phone NO CAP. The part I loved the most was it's resemblance to Google Pixel. Damn those days 🔥🔥

[@isaacvff]

Great video dude! i just got a pixel 5 in mid 2023 as my second phone (i have iphone 13 pro max) to avoid carrying my bank's app etc, I am really surprising of software peformance, and also still have the unlimited pictures in google phots (no original size but hd)

[@KingCharming]

2 front firing speakers would have been great for those bezels... Just like my *lovely Nexus 6👌🏿😇*

[@poonampoonam2361]

Not everyone noticed- the white balance of display is ridiculously accurate + very illuminating back lighting

[@CarlosFontes]

I had the XL in Really Blue. Such a freaking phenomenal phone. It felt so much more premium than my Nexus 6.

[@The_MEMEphis]

The Nexus 6P was amazing tho

[@ej1025]

Loved the Nexus 6, even if it was plastic/Aluminum.

[@SpaceWithSam]

This phone was king back then ❤️😭

[@day.brakeF1]

the first pixel remains as my favourite phone design - obviously its dated now, but man i loved it when it came out. i’d do anything for this exact phone with smaller bezels

[@big_boy_chris]

Owned an OG pixel. Still have it in my drawer. Stopped using it about three years ago after it stopped turning on. Been using a pixel 3 since then. Waiting for a pixel 6.

[@marshallw]

I own an OG Pixel, and only upgraded because the power button on my Pixel broke and no one would fix it. Honestly I miss using it. It chugged at times, but usually it more than served my needs and didn't frustrate me. It also fits in my hand!

[@Horstroad]

I got the Pixel when it was released. After 2 years I noticed the burn in of the navigation buttons and the battery was basically dead. It was still under warranty, so I got a refurbished one as a replacement. I handed this one down to my father though (who uses it to this day) because I got myself the brand new Pixel 3 XL. I have been using that one for 3 years and it's still in perfect condition. I will sell it soon, as I got the Pixel 6 Pro 10 days ago. Pixel fan from the beginning.

[@fenn_fren]

The blue one was straight up gorgeous tho! I remember looking for an upgrade at the time and I really wanted a blue XL. Sadly didn't get one due to financial difficulties.

[@arifall3n]

I use an iPhone 12 Pro Max as my main phone and I got myself the Google Pixel 6 as a work phone. I love the Pixel 6 so much, it’s my first android phone.

[@Blopez0117]

I happened to find a brand new OG pixel in the blue color... I've used all the common flagship... still love this phone and it's in my rotation with my iPhone 13 Pro and Xperia 1 iii.... it's no longer supported, but keep this to bare bones minimal,necessary apps in 2021! It's a great everyday phone still.

[@churchillcompany]

I found my old Pixel xl in a drawer and used it as a backup until I realized it was my favorite phone. Love the aux jack and rear fingerprint sensor. On it rn!

[@southwest0092]

I should use the pixel 1 when I get it for Christmas. I do remember getting the first pixel one back in 2016.

[@icekube_k2]

I have a Pixel 2 and that is still the only phone I am using till now. Been 4 years. This was best design for Pixel line as it had front firing speakers. Only thing missing was audio jack but the 3.5mm to type c converter made up for it. Of course all pixels were left wanting for more in the battery department. My previous phones were Nexus 6p and Nexus 5 before that. Both still working with battery issues but as slow as a snail.

[@ivanduranperez8115]

I still have it and I can't wait to get the Pixel 6. Finally a reasonably priced flagship pixel after so many year

[@georget10i]

I think the design is underrated because it's understated. Clean, minimalistic, the bottom bezel looks fine too, it gives its own style to have a bottom space that is not cluttered, just plain, clean. I still have mine, used it for four years; it did everything I needed it to do. The battery at the end was... as expected, but still tolerable. Unfortunately Bluetooth started malfunctioning, which is one of the problems this phone had (could have been due to a drop as well). Besides that, these phones had problems being super slippery; if you had them in a case their coating still peeled and chipped. Camera was great but many units had edge blur. Apparently there was a revision later which modified back glass shape to fix that. Also, when it came out the immediate issue with it that was noticed by reviewers was camera picking up sun glare. Despite it the issues listed and it not being as flagship as others and packaged with random extra things, I thoroughly enjoyed it; it has served me well as a primary phone and now it works well as a secondary one.

[@PogoTrainerTips]

Still have it, battery's drained out. Works for like 20mins max. But have kept it like a baby, not even minimal scratches. Wish there was a way i could buy a battery and get it done with through their service centre

[@Riz_]

I enjoyed my time with the original Pixel, back in the day when phones were allowed to be small. I didn't like the speaker and that was probably my biggest gripe with it. My OG Pixel is currently still active and being used by my friend. He says the biggest problem he has now is with the battery.

[@RusticRonnie]

Small phones are coming back. So that’s nice

[@skullcrusher_1]

Wow that OG pixel launcher brings back memories.

[@Quality_Training_Porpoises]

My friend had the 1 and recommended it, so I got the Pixel 2 when it came out. My son uses it now and loves it. I'm about to replace my 4 with the 6 later this month 👍 Love the Pixel.

I bought it 5 years ago on the release, and it was the best experience with stock android and all the Pixel features that Google gave to the user. Nowadays i still got a Pixel 3 and i'm not gonna change it 'cause i think that is one of the best Pixel

[@PbThunder]

I bought the pixel 2XL back when it was new and I'm still using it now, it's done me great but I plan on upgrading to the 6 or 6XL when it's released

[@Silver01Son]

I'm tempted to upgrade, but will wait for more reviews to come out.

[@nischaypal9750]

I am more than happy with my Pixel 2, but i really missing the jack which was present in pixel 1.

[@shaqdenzel758]

Still got the og pixel 🔥

[@tanaikho4554]

Still rocking my OG Pixel. The battery is still going strong. The perk here is the unlimited photo and video storage at original quality.

[@ashbymoh]

what's your sot?

[@OzzieJeza02]

I had the OG Pixel white 128g model on a plan from my telco, wish I could have kept it after my contract was up, loved that phone, would buy again.

[@newecreator]

I remember when it was released when it touted a headphone jack. That didn't age well after the release of the Pixel 2.

[@alsa4real]

Would love to see this form factor return with modern internal hardware.

[@adamwaters9833]

Still have mine as a backup phone and it still works great

[@ianwlouw]

I had problems with mine and decided to leave for another phone. Didn't come back to the pixel until the 4xl. That phone was something else, especially the camera.

[@stevensarcevic4301]

I loved mine. Sadly, it bricked at about the 2 year mark and I moved on to the 3xl. Have a OnePlus 7 Pro right now but will be going to the Pixel 6 Pro soon.

[@dannyhemingway38]

Still my favourite phone to this day.

[@KolTregaskes]

I wish Android Police made more videos!

[@NokturnalMTG]

"been a while since you've laid eyes on this phone" **Me watching this video on my Google Pixel XL I've had since 2016..**

[@edwardlilley1705]

I miss the nexus phones. the og nexus 5 without a doubt is still my favorite form factor and feel of any phone. I want an exact copy but the internals, speakers, camera and screen updated but same dimensions and that soft touch plastic goodness.

[@wilyamiyoo]

Got mine for around 40USD equivalent and it still was great! Got to use it for 6 months this year then the dreaded bootloop got my unit. :( Had a shop look at it and said it was the memory IC that got damaged.

[@tusharnande]

I bought an OG Pixel XL for 65$ it's in mint condition no scratches even with good battery life, i use it as my secondary device apart from my ROG Phone 3 , its the most VFM investment right now especially for Photographers and videographers just for that unlimited photos storage at Original Quality no compression whatsoever..!!!!! Just Amazing.!

[@imushazu]

Same as me. I just got it from someone who doesn't want it anymore for only 50$. Mainly I'm using it for the free unlimited storage

[@sydjaguar]

i have mine still. The unlimited google photos option is a major win plus the camera is pretty decent even in 2021. The phone has random shutdowns however.

[@sriramanbchakravarthy6069]

Such a nice model. I really love this video.💖

[@4jup4ter4]

I really miss how clean the all white Pixel 1 looked. Such a nice looking phone

[@G1NZOU]

I didn't get an OG Pixel, but it's impact on the market influenced my decision to go for a Pixel 2 from my iPhone 5 and iPhone 6, before the iPhone 5 I'd had a small Sony Xperia android phone that I'd switched to from the iPhone 3GS to try android, and while I liked some of it the way it integrated with the phone mostly annoyed me. Pixel 2 really changed my impression of android for the better with its smoothness and simple clean UI, and the camera still impresses today. Finally going to upgrade once the Pixel 6 gets released.

[@ultra_cosmic]

One of my favorite phone designs ever.

[@workdesu]

the design really grow on you quickly..i got one in near mint condition for $75 last year (i'm broke yeah)..and its been great on me still..perfect if you wanted a simple phone without bs..plus a camera and performance you can rely on

[@RizqiIrhamSyah]

The good old time. I still use the OG pixel, tho.

[@FluffyBunnyCat]

It still looks pretty nice in a simplistic point of view especially the white

[@LittleMopeHead]

I started with the 2, then 3, 5, and now 7. The 5 was one of the best phones, but 7 with the Black Friday deals, I couldn't resist. I just bought the 1 XL for the unlimited original quality photo uploads. I think it's likely I will upgrade every odd numbered model, we'll see.

[@clovemao329]

I bought one two years ago and have been using it for offline media consumption from spotify and other apps. It had been affordable for such huge storage.

[@clovemao329]

Oh yeah, definitely agree to its design, so good to be held.

[@RemingtonRowland]

I remember mine, beautifully blue. I still miss it

[@RicardoCalderon3212]

Seeing the Inbox icon made me nostalgic and then very sad...

[@gianpaolohank]

I did have the smaller of the two Unfortunately I dropped it and the screen got smashed what amazing device it used to be! Camera never disappoints

[@rockettpc2]

I still use my Pixel 1 XL everyday, it sits at home and acts as a crosstalk link for a local HAM Radio repeater. I can talk on the repeater with the locals even when I'm out of town!

[@bangincrazy]

I was still using one till about 2 weeks ago. I used the phone for about 4 years. Over the past few months the battery life has been awful, the charge would only last me half a day or less where I am not a heavy user. I would check social media and emails mostly. I rarely watch KZbin. Occasionally I would play a game. When I could connect the phone to my car to use Android Auto, both the phone and the vehicle app would freeze up, this does not happen with my current Pixel 5.

[@giygas_9577]

I've had a Pixel 2 for four years, and I've loved it. I'm looking forward to getting a Pixel 6 Pro. I still feel like I'm going to miss my Pixel 2 though when I trade it in...even despite the odd glitch here and there that it's developed in more recent times (such as the home screen going black and forcing me to restart the phone occasionally).

[@hirafaisal3719]

Is It reliable?

[@giygas_9577]

@@hirafaisal3719 The Pixel 6 Pro? So far it's reliable. I've had no glaring issues with it besides the fact that I have smaller hands so it can be hard for me to reach things at times.

[@foysalhasanshakil8614]

Still using pixel 2 xl and it still holding up like a champ 🏆

[@seankkg]

My Pixel 1 was a legend. Once it had Android 10, yeah it got 4 entire versions, it literally ran the best it ever had. It was awesome. Sadly it died right before I got my Pixel 4.

[@achyuthratlur6413]

I am still using Pixel 1.Battery drains faster and i have to charge it frequently.No other issues, still takes nice photos.I have to say the design is best

[@viewylouie]

Like others in the comments, still my daily driver😁. Had a reboot cycling issue in beginning of this year and got a refurb, helped with battery drain as well. No issues now, but am so excited about 6 pro!

[@CyberWaifu]

I used to have the OG Pixel. Unfortunately, mine later suffered from random crashes, like many others.

[@Alfredul03]

I still remember when that first Pixel came out to replace the Nexus series and I was blown away, it was love at first sight, I even had a dream about it, where I had it in my hands.. But there was something that stood between the two, the price and the location, the first because it was very expensive and the second was only available for countries like the USA, Canada, some regions of Europe, Japan and Australia, that is, no LATAM country. However, some importers from some LATAM countries brought it, but they were very overvalued, at very high prices, in fact today they still do it and the truth is I am not willing to pay as much where in reality and originally it does not have that price. I fell in love with that phone its simplicity, power, very good camera and the update policy, those were the main reasons I've always wanted Google's Pixel line. 👌🏻📱😍

[@muustfa]

I've recently bought a oneplus 3t that i found a good deal on , and MAN iam soo impressed with this phone .. 2016 phones was very reliable , and they're pretty competitive to low range phone coming out nowadays

[@Pearloryx]

That explosion effect he placed when he mentions Note 7 and the image shows up lmao

[@ganzonomy]

I had an og pixel, and it had a horrific battery. Not only would it not hold a charge after 18 months, but it would begin shutting down at 50 percent battery. Other than that, I loved that phone. Now I'm on a pixel 6. But I'm a pixel guy through and through.