Recent Pixel phones aren't without their issues, so we're not counting on the Pixel 7 series being any different

 Google is getting ready to fully reveal the Pixel 7 series this week, and we’re expecting more of what made the Pixel 6 series so great. So...

 Google is getting ready to fully reveal the Pixel 7 series this week, and we’re expecting more of what made the Pixel 6 series so great. So that means great cameras, handy AI-powered features, and a well-rounded spec sheet.

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However, no matter how great the devices look on launch day, you should probably wait a bit before buying Google’s latest phones.

A history of launch problems

Google’s phones have had a history of issues at launch, with the Pixel 6 series being the most recent example of this. The Pixel phones launched with extremely slow and inaccurate in-display fingerprint sensors, for starters. But this wasn’t the only Pixel 6 problem on day one.

The Pixel 6 range also had bugs which saw calls automatically being declined, Wi-Fi randomly shutting off, and the refresh rate being stuck at 60Hz. Most of these have been fixed via subsequent firmware updates, but we still have persistent problems like the overheating Tensor chipset and wireless connectivity being horrible after all this time.

The Pixel 6 line had many problems at launch. Previous Pixel releases weren't without woes, either.

Earlier Pixel phones weren’t immune to issues too. Highlights include the on-device sensors on some Pixel 5 devices not working, the screen switching to 60Hz when below 75% brightness on Pixel 4 series phones (as well as the standard Pixel 4’s crappy battery life), and the camera app occasionally not saving photos on the Pixel 3 series. This was in addition to battery swelling on some Pixel 3 and Pixel 4 models. However, most of these problems pale in comparison to the issues that faced the Pixel 6 series.

Needless to say, you should probably wait a bit before hopping aboard the Pixel 7 train. This will give you time to check out real-world reviews and will allow Google to roll out system updates that address inevitable problems. Waiting also has the potential side-effect of getting a cheaper device, particularly with Black Friday coming in a few weeks after the Pixel 7 series reveal.