… Whether it’s seamless AI, Modes automation, Private Space, or Android 17 customization options, Pixel UI has covered the basics and more. If you have been looking for a phone that is as capable as it is clean, go ahead, give the latest Pixel a try.
… One UI has more features, but Pixel UI is lighter One UI does more, Pixel flows better One UI gives me far more tools to play with, but the Pixel UI still feels lighter and more effortless in everyday use. …
… One UI 8.5 already introduced notable Quick Panel customization options , and One UI 9 should take that flexibility even further. Samsung Notes is getting some upgrades in One UI 9 as well. …
… Those refinements aren't easily traded for a few extra customization tweaks, making it incredibly difficult to let go of my Pixel. Hardware is premium and durable My Pixel has survived many drops There was a time when Google's Pixel hardware was infamous for its shoddy build quality. …
… But the Quick Settings experience that we get on Pixels or other Android phones today is vastly different from what we got back in the day. Custom ROMs were among the first to enable Quick Settings customization fully. …
… A future update, though, could allow Pixel users to recreate a Galaxy-style setup, no rooting required. …
… One UI 8.5 launched alongside Samsung Galaxy S26 devices and is rolling out to older Galaxy devices through the beta program. It's packed with powerful upgrades, but it's the Quick Settings customization options that caught my eye. …
… And after spending some time with it, I genuinely think this is something Google and Samsung should copy for Pixel and Galaxy phones. And it looks like Apple is convinced, too. Would you customize your phone's camera app UI if Android brands gave you the option? …
… On the bright side, One UI 8.5 will bring some Galaxy S26 features to the S25 . This includes Call screening and other "usability enhancements translated ." This will be on top of other improvements that One UI 8.5 packs, such as UI refinements and additional customization options. …
… March's Pixel Feature Drop was especially good, bringing updates to Now Playing , Circle to Search, and app icons. It's the app icon upgrade that caught my eye when reading the update notes. I've never been quite happy with how Android handles native app icon customization. …