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Google Pixel 5 and 4a 5G get great reviews, OnePlus 8T launch, and more tech news
July 07, 2025
1. Google Pixel 5 and 4a 5G reviews
Pixel 5 and 4a 5G reviews finally dropped and there’s plenty of strong scores in the 8/10 range floating around for both devices. The vibe I’m getting is the Pixel 5 is fine, but the 4a 5G is one of the best mid-range phones. Ever.
The Pixel 4a 5G at $499 is really in a different category. It cuts a few corners to be cheaper, with a bigger screen, and at $499, is mid-range pricing perfection.
The Pixel 5 is a little more finished and a little more pricey, but is raved about. At $699, it’s $200 more, and that $200 takes you further.
Google Pixel 5 initial review: The best premium Pixel
TechCrunch has areally nice review of the Pixel 5, too, getting right to the point about Google’s slightly unusual Pixel lineup that doesn’t have a lot between them.
Google Pixel 4a 5G review: Perfectly balanced, as all Pixels should be
I’m just going to quote the praise here from the review:
2. OnePlus 8T launch and reviews
OnePlus held the launch event for the OnePlus 8T yesterday, with a new design and shape, and a $50 price increase over the OnePlus 8, now starting at $749 unlocked.
So, what do you get for your money?
The ‘T’ models from OnePlus have rarely been must-upgrades, if you already owned the previous model. For everyone else, there’s a new contender.
For everyone else, the OnePlus 8T is an interesting choice and likely to appeal even with the price jump.
One more thing:OnePlus confirms a smartwatch is coming.
3.OnePlus won’t preinstall Facebook apps on its new phones, OnePlus 8T included. The problem was it couldn’t be removed once it was preinstalled… (Android Authority).
4.Samsungexplores a Xiaomi-like dual folding phone design (Android Authority).
5.iPhone 12 Pro models have 6GB of RAM, iPhone 12 and 12 mini remain at 4GB (MacRumors).
6.The iPhone 12 ships without a charger. Will it curb e-waste? (Wired).
PerCNBC: “Facebook and Twitter decided to limit the distribution of aNew York Poststorythat claims to show “smoking gun” emails related to Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden and his son. The editorial decision to reduce the spread of the story, which provides minimal evidence, is a significant one for Facebook.” (CNBC)
Zoom news:OnZoom is a new tool to let paid users charge for admission to online events(like conferences or fitness classes) (Business Insider). And, Zoom will begin rolling outend-to-end encryption next week, with a technical preview first. Plus some more features like immersive backgrounds (Android Authority).
9. The LAFDjust hired America’s first firefighting robot(Engadget).
- ASoyuz capsule just made a record-breaking 3-hour flight to the ISS. An impressive effort with its latest manned mission (Space).
11.First room-temperature superconductor reported: superconductivity is exciting again. (Ars Technica).
12.Hidden camera’s hugging tiger wins wildlife photo award, runners up are amazing too! (BBC).
13. AI can now remove moving images from video. Genuinelymind-blowing(YouTube).
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