Google's Pixel 3 XL has speed, fantastic software, an excellent camera, and unrivaled A.I. features you can't find anywhere else.

Excellent camera, Fluid software, useful A.I; features, Fast performance, Fingerprint-free rear glass design, Great screen, speakers

Mediocre battery life; The notch is really; really ugly; Photos can sometimes look too saturated

When I first reviewed the Pixel 3 and the larger 3 XL in October, I had an inkling it would be one of the best phones of the year. But I held off making a full judgement call until the OnePlus 6T and iPhone XR came out, and until Google rolled out a major camera feature it promised during launch.

The Pixel 3 takes brilliant photos, even in super low-light, with its single rear lens and it can capture wider selfie photos; It's water resistant, has wireless charging and it can screen unwanted calls

The phone doesn't have expandable memory or a headphone jack; The shot-to-shot camera delay can be sluggish in certain modes

It's a testament to just how high expectations are for the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL that, even after months of the Google phones leaking, interest in them remains high. Now, the pair of Android 9 Pie handsets are finally headed to shelves, promising the cutting-edge in Google's computational...

Camera technology leads the pack; Elegant; tactile glass & metal design; Wireless charging is a welcome addition; OLED screens look great

Pixel 3 XL notch is divisive; More expensive than last year's Google phones; Still no headphone jack

The Google Pixel 3 is one of only a few Android smartphones to offer top hardware in a handy format. But the star of the show should also be the software this year, to set the phone apart from the competition. Whether the combination succeeds or not is something we reveal in our review.

Handy format; Very good camera; Loud front speakers; Pure Android

Average battery life; Problems with RAM management; No microSD slot or headphone jack

The Pixel 3 is the ultimate expression of Android and proof that AI done right can make your life easier.

Excellent performance; Quality OLED display; Top-tier cameras; Charming design; Call Screen is a godsend

A bit expensive; Bezels could be slimmer

Just recently, we dropped our review for the Pixel 3. The XL's smaller sibling, our editor Jason heralded it as a great device in a small(er) package. I was quite excited for the Pixel 3 phones before they debuted. While some rumors didn't pan out, others did.

Google Pixel 3 review: The Pixel 3 is the right phone for geeks and early adopters, but it's still not ready to be a mass premium seller like the iPhone XS and Galaxy S9.

The Pixel 3 is a great phone. It's not the Android phone designed to appeal to everyone. It's the Android phone designed to appeal to everyone else. It has a great camera, better build quality, improved screen, updated water-resistance rating, fast charging and wireless charging, new chipset, and...

Outstanding camera Great screen Better build quality Wireless charging Very smooth software Bundled Pixel Buds

Average battery life Screen brightness

If you want a no-nonsense phone that just works, this is what you buy. It truly has become the iPhone of Android, and will likely appeal most to users who aren't interested in lots of options, tweaking the interface, or making the phone feel like a one-of-a-kind device that no-one else has.

Video and pictures at the Chicago Auto Show - incredible. Use the Pixel 3XL all day at the office. Keyboard is spot on for multiple text messages and emails a day. Call quality terrific. Apps, including, Microsoft office - flawless. Total productivity with a fast and smooth interface.