Google tried to guide Android phone makers with the occasional Nexus release - an "Android at its best" kind of thing, at least "best" the way Google saw it. Companies like Samsung, LG, HTC and others didn't care - they were pushing their own proprietary features onto Android. And to be fair, Google adopted many of those innovations into the core OS. Still, the search giant wanted more control and it got it. The Pixel and Pixel XL bring the full Android experience. Google Allo and Duo handle messaging, Assistant helps with everyday tasks, Daydream gets into the emerging VR market,...
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