The Pixel 10a proves smartphones are in trouble

The AI boom is secretly ruining your next phone upgrade, and the new Pixel 10a proves it. I break down how “RAMageddon” is forcing iterative releases this year, like the Google Pixel 10a, Samsung Galaxy S26, and Apple iPhone 17e. Find out why holding onto your current phone might be the smartest move you can make in 2026.

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Google Pixelsnap charging stand: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FGPKC21W?tag=csb0a4-20&linkCode=ogi&th=1&psc=1
Google Pixel Buds Pro 2: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FGKMZBZC?tag=csb0a4-20&linkCode=ogi&th=1&psc=1
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Audio-Technica AT897 Shotgun Mic: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002TTN3Y?tag=csb0a4-20&linkCode=ogi&th=1&psc=1
Aputure Amaran P60x LED Light Panel: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09C5FZG4H?tag=csb0a4-20&linkCode=ogi&th=1&psc=1
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 – 38-second Google Pixel 10a review
00:46 – The big problem with 2026 phones
01:36 – Why the Galaxy S26 and iPhone 17e are boring
02:52 – What is RAMageddon?
04:02 – How the AI boom is ruining phones
05:01 – Chinese phone brands are still innovating at MWC
06:41 – Why you should buy older phones in 2026
07:54 – Would you pay more for a better smartphone?

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Product Disclosure: The Pixel 10a was provided to me by Google for the purposes of making this video. The company did not view or approve the video before publishing nor influence my opinions on it.

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