Pixel 6 review: Google made the phone I always wanted

There’s a lot of hype around the Pixel 6, which has new cameras, Google’s Tensor chip and more premium ambitions. After a week testing the new phone, I can’t think of a better phone to recommend right now that costs under $600.
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[@melvinrosarivera-2ppb622]

I just tested the phones at the NYC Google store! I'm in love! The cameras and the magic erasor are amazing!

[@mr.turtle9965]

But besides that why should I get it over a iPhone 13 or the upcoming S22

[@nathanielamaya3503]

@@mr.turtle9965 Um, the price? The software? The 5 years of updates? The refresh rate? The battery life? The in house developed tensor chip? The sound quality? Did I mention the price???

[@mickavellian]

@@mr.turtle9965 You want a sales pitch???? are YOU serious?? What kind of egotistical drab are you?? Oh wait YOU ARE FRENCH.. never mind

[@FatherBroseph]

Preordered the Pixel 6 in sorta seafoam. Ordered the spigen phone case with clear backing to show off at least one of the color tones in the back. Excited to be more engaged with photos as that was something I never really did in the past Really enjoyed the review. Charming!

[@xpensfanatic2009]

Ordered mine last week and was originally told I would not receive it until 11/27. Got an email today though that it has shipped and will receive it by Saturday!

[@as-369]

out of the five slots for the finger print reader I always have three dedicated to only one finger from different angles.

[@ej_tech]

Correction: 3 years OS updates, 5 years security updates.

[@TTWGD3]

Most people won’t reach 5 years with a phone anyway but yes this is true

[@wellszhou8286]

@@TTWGD3 Oh, their is 236 million iPhone users that have phones beyond 4 years old

[@BOO-dq4vl]

He said 5 years of security updates and major major os update focus on that word dude major

[@Overonator]

@@wellszhou8286 iPhone 6 S has had over 6 years of no only security updates but iOS updates. The support it continues to get puts Google to shame. Before Google had the excuse that Qualcom only supported their SOC for 3 and 4 years but now that these have Google's Tensor, what's Google's excuse?

[@Overonator]

@@BOO-dq4vl A new version of Android is a major release. The guy in the video said 5 years of major OS updates which is just false. Way to misinform your audience CNET.

[@AlexLopez-eu1jw]

I love this dude's laid back humor. Really makes these reviews a one of a kind channel like Mr. Mobile or Marques.

[@mavricxx]

This guy is really good at reviewing, very entertaining dude! CNET needs to keep him around.

[@laceduplolita]

I agree

[@mementomori29231]

Not really. And not a case person... What kind of dumbness is that... If I was super rich and could afford to toss phones as disposable, sure I'd go caseless. Normal people use cases because we don't have money to burn.

[@gcg8187]

@@mementomori29231 im sorry you had to watch such a frustrating video

[@panchoarteea]

I have mixed feeling about the fingerprint scanner, I love how in phone such as the Pixel 3 or Pixel 4a it is in the back, feels so natural.

[@Kaz590]

Ive had a few phones with the fingerprint scanner on the screen now. You get used to it. This was after having a few Nexus phones where it was on the back.

[@bestdy8778]

you won't if you try the fingerprint scanner on pixel 5. super unresponsive.

[@justinwilliams2381]

@@bestdy8778 not in my experience. Then again, I put multiple fingerprints in for the same finger, so it will read it better

[@CalebNestor]

@@bestdy8778 I don't have a problem on my pixel 5, nor did I with my Pixel 3. You may need to re-add it or clean the scanner.

[@bestdy8778]

@@CalebNestor tried so many different ways.. It still worked pretty bad when my finger was wet or even just moist ..finally gave up and sold it.

[@PhilDeschaine357SLR]

I have had my Pixel 6 for a week now and I really love it. I have been a Samsung Note guy for the past years, paying twice as much as I did for this phone for the past 5 Notes and this phone is MUCH BETTER. I am amazed by the Android 12 features with this phone and the device itself is peppy and solid. This may be my best technology decision in the past 2 years. Thank you Google for this great phone at a great price.

[@Jon_Drew]

What was your last Note series phone? I still have the Note 10+ and I love it, it's a beast of a phone. I want to update for a newer smaller phone and something with a better camera... but I don't want to pay the amount for the new Samsung Galaxy s22(regular s22 not plus or ultra), and plus I hear the battery isn't very good. My first pick to replace my Note 10+ is the regular Google Pixel 6.

[@dog8438]

The Pixel 6 is getting 3 years of Android OS updates and 5 years is security updates.

[@alukardFE]

is this bad?

[@tnghiem]

@@alukardFE No, it's the best out there, other than iPhones. No other Android phone offers this much.

[@KamasamaK]

@@alukardFE This OS update lifespan is standard for Pixels, and as good or better than any other Android phone. The security update lifespan is better than any other Android phone I know of, including previous Pixels. These are the minimum guaranteed numbers. There are people who will say that it's not as good as the iPhone's numbers, which is fair. I still don't feel it's bad, but that's up to you to decide.

[@TheDukens90]

@@alukardFE not at all

[@imarchit]

@@KamasamaK Though I would say, it's 3 years of guaranteed updates for now, considering they have the power now things could change. IMO Google wants to play it safe and say 3 years for now but will re-evaluate when it's on A15.

[@RodLogsdon]

I just bought the Pixel 6 2 days ago. It was an upgrade from my Pixel 3A XL. T-Mobile is currently offering a $300 trade in value for the 3A XL so the upgrade was a no brainer. So far I am very pleased with the upgrade.

[@Shravnk]

Was waiting for since the clock stuck 12 pacific time and finally finally here is the review.

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[@iglapsu88]

Thanks for a thorough and fun review!

[@Jessica-C-]

Thank you for this great review!! I pre-ordered the phone and I'm so excited to get it, it was really helpful to have a breakdown of some of the features like this

[@jarrodkendall]

Are you still liking it?

[@Jessica-C-]

@@jarrodkendall yes it's pretty great. Battery life could be better imo but I may just need to adjust some things

[@jarrodkendall]

@@Jessica-C- thanks for the reply, I just ordered mine yesterday and am excited 😊

[@stupid0nut]

Hate curved screens. Pixel 6 on order! Will replace my OnePlus 6t.

[@elphi9445]

I thinking that as well. Upgrading from a OnePlus 6 to a pixel 6...

[@deivytrajan]

I upgraded from Oneplus 5T to Iphone 13 mini. Google pixel 6 is way too big... and with Iphone I get: longer and better software support, world's strongest mobile SoC, most efficient smartphone and everything in one hand device :D

[@phantomphotography7392]

I never understood curved screens.

[@happyjohn1656]

@@deivytrajan You're reminding me of all the issues I has with my 5T... 😓 1:07 AM 10/27/2021

[@ahmedsajjadlodhi9616]

Upgrading from the OP3 LOL

[@AashimGupta15]

Waiting so long for this. Thanks!

[@corkizone]

All well said BUT it's 3 years of OS updates and 5 years of security patches. Just so all are aware.

[@bobbysworldrox]

How many years do you realistically hold on to your phone ?

[@potato.cabbage98]

Had this phone for about a week now, and it is definitely their best device to date. Highly recommend to anyone!!

[@melomane01]

I just ordered one earlier today. This video was very helpful. Thanks you.

[@JASONMCDONALD2]

This is a really really great review…it gave me exactly the information I needed. I’m definitely getting a Pixel 6 now.

[@KingRockets]

Let's be honest for a second. You were always going to get the Pixel 6. Classic confirmation bias.

[@JASONMCDONALD2]

@@KingRockets I don’t interact with trolls, nor do I need to explain myself to you.

[@KingRockets]

@@JASONMCDONALD2 You're right, you don't, nor do I expect you. But you know deep down that you're lying to yourself.

[@nilskiemle9556]

@@KingRockets karen spotted

[@drym3943]

@@nilskiemle9556 JASON MCDONALD is the Karen here. He answerd agressivly to a neutral comment.

[@Burgletrouser]

Great review! Going with the 6, can't wait to get it. I am rockin the One Plus 5t still so I am way overdue for an upgrade;)

[@harb9265]

I'm using the OnePlus 9 pro

[@happyjohn1656]

So many 5T users in these comments! 1:07 AM 10/27/2021

[@user-dk5tn6rr6d]

One plus Nord n 100 🤣

[@FigWidIt]

Already pre-ordered mine,Coming for the Pixel 3. Though I'll miss the small compact size, this 6 seems great. I'm surprised they had the base model cheaper than the Pixel 5 last year, makes me think Google really wants the 6's to do well in the market. The "free" Google Buds Pixel A-series already delivered to me, just waiting for the phone now lol

[@falllingraindrops1543]

Yeah, I am going to be picking mine up from best buy. I'm coming from an iPhone 6. I'm so done with apple. I obviously don't have the phone yet but I did get the case for a phone and screen [rotector (I AM SUPER CLUMSY). With how big the case is I was startled. It's going to be a HUGE curve trying to get use to the size of the pixel phone. But I can't wait for it. Hopefully get to pick it up Thursday with those free pixel buds.

[@jefferysauce8741]

One thing I absolutely love about my 3 is the finger print scanner on the back! It's touch navability features are so underrated

[@KingRockets]

Fell for all the hype? I guess marketing really does work!

[@trevor770]

they are making money back from the cloud storage - no more free unlimited g-photo storage like previous pixel models - soon you will need that with the super high-res large file-size photos ...

[@zavtradnem]

@@KingRockets salty you cant afford a new phone?

[@CF542]

I thought that the Magic Eraser was oversold a bit when Google announced it. It's a cool tool to have but has some issues that were expected.

[@nigrimarket]

The good thing is that the magic eraser is powered by AI, so there is a very good probability that we might get even better results on the long run. AI can be trained or heck even uploaded straight into your phone via google update, to make the phone experience even better what it was before. (we will se if this is just a another pipe dream)

[@sneat2028]

*Your* issue isn’t mine or theirs.

[@dr.oneilaakashbiswas1038]

@@nigrimarket there are apps which can do so easily and much better too

[@nilskiemle9556]

@@dr.oneilaakashbiswas1038 yeah but those apps only worn when you have editing skills. The magic eraser is just a "one tap" feature.

[@rage77love]

The base model 6 i recieve didn't even have the option equipped i returned it garbage and glitchy and the home screen is not customizable you can not move the annoying google bar away from the bottom.

[@christopherjrager]

All the reviews dig at video quality of the Pixels, meanwhile, I've simply never shot a video on my phone (any phone) that wasn't a 15 second clip of a concert that I deleted the next day. Who are you people extensively shooting video on your phones?

[@andyH_England]

I rarely take photos as video captures the moment better and also means you get context and do not miss anything. You can grab a frame from a video if you just want to see one moment. Cannot understand non-pro users preferring photos over video, strange!

[@christopherjrager]

@@andyH_England that's interesting, to me what you're describing is more of a process than I'm willing to go through. If I need a pic of something, I just take a pic of it. Maybe 2 pics?

[@JaimeChen0307]

I like the specs of the 6 Pro, but absolutely hated curved displays. So I’ll probably just go with standard 6

[@joegonsalves8312]

Your reviews are always fun and informative! I got the 6 pro and I love it.

[@meganbanda3742]

I want to know about it’s storage. Is the photo storage different from the phone storage? My iPhone combines my storage and I am about out and I’m sick of it. I’ve been wanting to switch from iPhone for so long. I asked someone in my family who can afford this sort of stuff for this phone and my birthday is the 22nd so I might get it then or on Christmas

[@jareda8943]

great review thank you for sharing. I like how you showed the before and after of the magic eraser tool. Not as great as I first imagined

[@MrScubajsb]

Ordered mine. Seriously bummed about the fingerprint scanner being gone on the back. I so love that. But, oh well

[@ssdsharpshooters395]

Yeah I got so used to it😔it will not be missed

[@nickbryant6970]

Exactly how I feel. The 4x zoom camera's insane on this thing.

[@konut7607]

I'm glad they put it in the screen to be honest, makes more sense

[@peace4myheart]

Wish they had both. The one on the back is so convenient and fast

[@MrScubajsb]

@@peace4myheart exactly. When I pick my phone up my pointer finger is right there and it just hits it perfectly. When I pick it up now I'm going to have to lay my thumb down and if it doesn't like my thumbprint then I'm going to have to switch hands or either use another hand to reach over and be trying to get another fingerprint to read which is annoying. I guess it's one of those minor complaints like the headphone jack all the flagship phones are doing away with the headphone jack and to me it's like I'm paying big money for a phone I should have these features even in that off chance that I want to use a set of headphones there should be a headphone jack on my phone I shouldn't have to get a dongle or be forced to use Bluetooth

[@gmon78]

How are you getting your screen on time now that it's been removed from the battery menu? Shows last 24 hours now instead of sot since last charge.

[@JohnMFlores]

Nice review. Is it shot with that Lumix camera?

[@martingo2680]

Finally talked about the voice recognition. I use it a ton while I'm driving and it's one of the reasons why I stick with Google... That of course in the camera. Why would anyone pay extra?

[@thebritish910]

I love this guy, he such an upbeat tech enthusiast. Good fun review sir, thank you. Need more of the regular Pixel 6 content.

[@gs8gam1ng80]

Might finally upgrade from my S7. Lol was going to get the S21, but now leaning towards the pixel 6.

[@ZombieZifiction]

i got the s6, got you beat

[@prateekpanwar646]

Problem with Samsung is they're good in hardware but they have bad software support. S8 after release got only 1 android version upgrade and OneUI2 upgrade while low end phones bought in 2019 are still getting OneUI3. So they are reducing life of a well phone by capping out the software.

[@andrewjackson919]

@@prateekpanwar646 my s8 plus got two major Android version updates, which was the standard for Samsung before they moved to three years of major OS updates with the S10+ which is still my current phone

[@siriuslim622]

Get the pixel 6, s21 definitely way too overpriced compare to pixel now

[@Ang417]

@@prateekpanwar646 same I remember when I bought the S8 phone only got like what two major Android updates I switched to Google pixel and never looked back

[@JESUStheATHEIST1]

The Google Pixel 6 interpreter mode does not work. Offline is advertised. Does anyone have any recommendations as to how to make the interpreter mode work offline.

[@geraldpolymath]

Yes, I all ready pre-ordered

[@pattycarljackson]

I got the 6 pro and this is one of the phone besides my iPhone that I actually love using and the speakers are awesome and the camera is way more than I expected. I get people have issues with the fingerprint sensor but I haven’t had one single issue and happy it’s working do you now.

[@woydzeck2]

So, do you need to first wake the phone then unlock? If so that's a little annoying and I'd like better to be unlocked from asleep as it works with the back fingerprint reader.

[@TutorialsMag]

Love the honest and concise review, Patrick! The phone looks awesome and I think it's 🔥

[@craigslist1323]

Did anyone else notice that the puck up truck did not have wheels after removing the person

[@Vivianite02]

11:03 correction: 5 years of security updates, 3 years of feature and OS updates

[@arkster00]

Where did you get the matcha ice cream? I might drive up just to get that.

[@bobrbw1202]

Still hate the blue dots on most night pictures. Will the magic eraser take this away? Guess I'll find out later this week. Thank you and good review.

[@weekendpartier]

Any hardware issues? I've read somewhere that it has connectivity issues?

[@mx2201]

What good are 5 years of updates if there is no easy/cheap way to replace the battery?

[@dianaverhulst3407]

Any overheating issues like its predecessors?

[@thetattooedbacon]

No link to the pro review you suggested at the begging?

[@claralu426]

Did you notice overheat issue with the phone?some are talking about it

[@gowtamreddy3236]

Hey, great video.. can someone tell me the song/track name which music starts at 3:55 in the video? Many thanks...

[@mattkofahl]

Great review. I am upgrading from a Pixel3.

[@ConsiderateSloth]

I watched many reviews today and you seem to be the only person to talk about the true tone.

[@deivytrajan]

You watch bad reviewers or you dont pay atttention

[@ConsiderateSloth]

@@deivytrajan ok

[@paulwiggins4619]

Definitely thinking about Pixel 6 maybe the Pro, only thing holding me back is reported battery life.

[@productreview199]

Very excited about this phone. Given it's price and what you get for that price it's the best phone in my opinion.

[@Nico-vr1kx]

Does it feel to big and heavy? Like for example if im changing from a samsung galaxy s10

[@sreekarroy3082]

does this phone support dual sim ? a nano sim and an e-sim ?

[@ramsfan709]

Did anyone else notice like a faint blur when the eraser took things out in the pics

[@mwj9080]

I've been rocking the Pixel 2 XL since black Friday 2017 and am looking to upgrade to the Pixel 6. Is the Regular Pixel 6 around the same size of the 2 XL? Or slightly bigger? I wouldn't mind either way, just curious.

[@joshuagalasse8846]

I am in the exact same situation as you! the pixel is just slightly bigger normally

[@mwj9080]

@@joshuagalasse8846 since switching to Pixel 4 years ago, I don't see myself ever returning to any other Android phone ever again. This has been the BEST phone I ever owned. Look forward to upgrading!

[@zachwilkinson9470]

Is this the end of CNET in Greenville, SC?!

[@u563rick6]

What causes that jitteriness while scanning/turning the camera in high def video? I see it even in tv with professional cameras. I see less of it on IP13 & now on tv sometimes. Almost like lack of processing power or FPS? 🤷‍♂️ that’s why I’m asking 😂

[@pennyinheaven]

I think it's the refresh rate.

[@nisargpatel7835]

Hey! Is anyone experiencing a yellow tint in the display even when night light is turned off? I do see my screen very yellowish and that is kind of irritating on my Pixel 6. Is this for all or my device is faulty? I do not see such tint in the video BTW

[@rogerriverac]

Anyone having issues with Gmail notifications on their Google Pixel 6 when idle? I do not get notifications in real time and almost always it is until I open and unlock the phone that notifications come in all at once. I have turned off every adaptive network and battery optimization tehcnology, but nothing seems to help. notifications on my iPhone 12 are instant for the same Gmail accounts.

[@rahuladdanki]

The same hardware with a 5.5-inch screen will be THE PERFECT android phone, hoping to see a Pixel Mini in near future.

[@user-ry2nt7sf8j]

Pixel 6a maybe

[@zhila5958]

@@user-ry2nt7sf8j is it likely it will have the same Camera alongside the same chip? would be pretty dope with the same design ngl because i’m in love with the Pixel 6 lineup

[@tolgatanriverdi4143]

Nah in the android market bigger phones are asked. If you want a small phone look at the iphone 13 mini

[@nothing9220]

Haven't upgraded my phone for the same reason... There aren't decent small phones

[@tolgatanriverdi4143]

@@avengerdannyrand8742 HEY 5 inch is slso good :(

[@katelynelders220]

Love the flash back to the Pixel 2 - that’s the one I’m upgrading this time which is a nice symmetry! Excited for tomorrow now!

[@davelospinoso9022]

$599, love to see it

[@JuliusCorvinus]

11:04 there is an error in this video. It only gets 5 years of security updates.

[@bettyboop1524]

I just ordered one and hopefully won't take long to get in the store. When I realized my LG G6 phone was six years old I thought I'd better upgrade. I didn't want Apple or Samsung and discovered Pixel 6. It looks like a great phone. Thanks for this review I appreciate it.

[@slushpuppii]

Mine just shipped!

[@JuanPerez-sd2it]

Pre-ordered mine, arrives tomorrow.

[@jorgemtds]

The correct translation to Portuguese would be "a minha côr favorita". "Preferida" translates to "Preferred". "Favorita" translates to "Favorite".

[@jernigan007]

I'm going from a Pixel 1 to a Pixel 6. I am going to LOVE it !!!

[@nielsjunker1487]

Great video I want this beautiful phone 💪 sad but Google don't sell them in Denmark 🤔😒 stay safe and respect to you.

[@BlairSlavin]

Where is the link for Andy Hoyle review???????

[@roguephoenix]

you need to register your fingerprint when it's normal, wet and dry because depending on which state your fingers are in, the phone might not recognize. dry fingers look different than normal or wet fingers. at least according to fingerprint scanners.

[@eivom1]

What is the difference between normal and dry?

[@Shambolicuk]

I have Pixel 6 with a screen protector on, my fingerprints hardly ever work to open the phone, really frustrating!!

[@timebombII]

Two thumbs up for being that case-less commando ! I couldn’t do it

[@StormyDog]

A Pixel 6 with the telephoto would be perfect for my use. Don't care at all about the other Pro features.

[@namaste597]

Just purchased a pixel 6 and iPhone 13 for my wife and I, I'm on vacation at the moment so I'm waiting to surprise her when I get back....I can't wait to open our phones together along with all the accessories 😁

[@YouAndImpact]

Nice review 👍

[@ermond012]

Is it just me who finds the bezels of the Pixel 6 actually give the phone a nice look to it?

[@Rodimusbill]

I use pixel 3a xl now for my youtube and deciding between pixel 6 and g21. Think I'll stick with the pixel. This review helped

[@Rodimusbill]

I got the 256gb 6 and love it! Thanks for the info

[@travistouthang341]

Really nice review

[@joywhispers9333]

Love pixel, and the in-depth also

[@ottallman]

Waiting for the full reviews before deciding on 6 or 6 pro. Seen another review where they compared the cameras and the iPhone wiped the floor with the pixel pro on video. Was pretty bad. Hope they fix it in the updates ASAP. Low light video was even worst. Haha

[@ottallman]

The stills were good tho!

[@pega1245]

why nobody mentions speakers and 5G performance?

[@cokiea57]

What about the overheating and wonky software?

[@slaughterman44]

thing with the fingerprint scanner is you have to flatten your thumb and make sure to put it in the right spot, bc otherwise it wont work

[@OrlandoCeleiro]

Is worth upgrading from Pixel 4a5G?

[@Grumpygrumpygrumpy]

I just wish it is available worldwide, I can't really justify buying a Pixel phone through black market with the huge markup price and no available warranty if something breaks, I just can't gamble that

[@Wildmunkee]

Didn’t they announce only 5 years for security updates and only 3 for OS?

[@LanceX666]

google's site lists those as the guaranteed/minimum years of support. It is possible, especially now that the tensor cpu is made in house, that google could extend OS updates longer if tensor ages well. basically plan for this level of support, but you could get more. i doubt they would ever extend it past the 5 years thou.

[@JollyOldCanuck]

@CGGS_Gaming Not receiving new features past android 15 drags down the Pixels value proposition, they need to match Apple’s 7 years of software OS and security support if they want to be taken seriously as an alternative to the iPhone.

[@Wildmunkee]

@CGGS_Gaming you are aware that it’s still misleading right?

[@Wildmunkee]

@CGGS_Gaming time stamp:11:05 mentions the 5 years of updates for both OS and Security. When googles support page states at least until October 2024 for OS. My whole point was to illustrate that comment is simply misleading, that’s it.

[@Wildmunkee]

@Apple Genius yes thank you for the reiteration

[@_kumatz]

The background music 🔥

[@joshuagalasse8846]

which one is it at around 3 min?

[@ruthcruz2219]

I just got mines today traded my s20 Fe got this phone love it

[@alkalinea7x]

Try making a folder in that app drawer.

[@alexanderramos9492]

Awesome 🔥💯

[@rorymcloughlin2023]

If I want to know about tech I go to Patrick, no hype, no nonsense and he always points out something the others missed. Thank you Patrick

[@JoeCummings]

I'm going to miss the unlimited full quality backups that my pixel 3XL allows but I can't wait to have the 6 Pro I ordered

[@CharliesGadgets]

That will end on January 2022 anyways

[@FabOnABike]

Great review of a great phone, but now I want that Matcha Green Tea Ice Cream 😍😍

[@morisademar7271]

I have the iphone 13 pro and I had the galaxy zflip3 but I sold the zflip3 because of the bad battery and preordered the pixel 6 in black I like to have an android and an iphone

[@johnmerced32]

The dude that reviewed the phone is pretty cool he should do a lot more reviews

[@bob8409]

It's only 3 years of software and 5 years of security updates. You might want to edit that out.