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In place of OIS, Google is keen to emphasises that the Pixel does come with Electronic Image Stabilisation (EIS), a similar technology which looks to minimise blurring when taking photos or

filming. The system is able to compensate for the shake of a device in the user’s hands to provide sharper images that are not jarring or pitching around - even if you are running whilst

filming. A Google spokesperson told 9to5Google, “Despite lacking OIS, Pixel is still very strong in still low-light photos, beating other cameras that do have OIS modules.”  "That’s a

testament to its world-class software algorithms, notably HDR+. And with software algorithms instead of OIS hardware, Pixel can get better and better over time.” However video fans will need

to note that recording with EIS technology requires the video to be recorded in a higher resolution, which takes up far more storage space. This could be an issue if you plan to keep a lot

of content on your device - as a recent investigation found that the Pixel could sport a lot less internal storage than previously thought. In spite of its lack of OIS, the Pixel and Pixel

XL's camera app does include a couple of exclusive features. Google has also implemented a number of nifty software tricks into its camera app, including Smart Burst, which uses

software to pick-out the sharpest, clearest image when taking a burst, and HDR+, which ensures you always get great photos, even in low light, while processing the picture twice as fast to

allow for rapid fire shots.  Despite these shortcomings, the Google Pixel does come with a number of unique features thanks to the inclusion of Android 7.1 Nougat. Google's newest

software includes a number of exclusive features that customers with Samsung, LG, Nexus or other Android devices will not see anytime soon. This includes the Google Assistant, which is

summoned by saying "OK  Google" on pressing and holding on the Home Button at the bottom of the display. Talking to the virtual Assistant takes the form of a text conversation,

with speech bubbles displaying your questions and Google’s responses. Google is smart enough to understand follow-up questions, so you can ask “How many Grammy Awards has Adele won?”

followed by “How old is she?”. Google Assistant is able to work-out that your second question refers back to the artist mentioned in the first. Google Assistant is also able to analyse and

read what is currently displayed on your display. So you can ask it to “remind me about it this tomorrow at 9am”. There are also some other small tweaks within Android 7.1 Nougat – like the

dynamic calendar icon that changes to display the current date within the app icon. Google has also included 24/7 customer support, which is included within a dedicated panel in the Settings

app, and lets Pixel owners quickly start a text or phone conversation with a Google expert.  _Express.co.uk_ got the opportunity to test out the Pixel and Pixel XL last week. Here are our

initial impressions of the flagship smartphone from Google.