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Google Pixel's most requested missing features, according to 9to5Google readers

Ben Schoon

1d ago· 6 min readenInsight

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Summary

Based on a reader poll, this article lists and discusses the most requested missing features on Google Pixel phones, including better backup/restore (iPhone-style), improved call screening, desktop mode, more customization options, better battery life/charging speeds, and enhanced photo editing capabilities. The piece aggregates community feedback on where Pixel lags behind competitors.

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bskyGoogle Pixel's most requested missing features, according to 9to5Google readers9to5google.com

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Android has gotten a lot better about this over the years, but it's still not quite as seamless as what you get on an iPhone.

Call screening is great, but it could be so much more. Why can't I have it screen all unknown calls automatically?

It feels like Google is holding back on purpose. The hardware can clearly handle it, but the software just isn't there yet.

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Google Pixel phones aren’t exactly known for taking an “everything and the kitchen sink” approach to features, which has led...

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