With Google's new Pixel phone, you've got a choice: You can buy an unlocked version of the smartphone directly through Google, or you can order a carrier-tied Pixel from Verizon. While the reach of Verizon's network may be tempting, there are a couple of things you'll need to consider before casting your lot with Big Red — chiefly, how soon you'll get system updates for the Pixel. At this week's unveiling of the new smartphone, Google executives said Pixel users would get system and security updates as soon as they were available.



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