So you’re one of the three million lucky people who had the sense to pick up a Google Pixel as your smartphone of choice in 2016. But what to do with it?
Here are ten great apps that range from photo-editing software to online pokies games that will show off the best features of your lovely new Google Pixel!
10 – ANZ goMoney

So you want to transfer some money between your bank accounts and want to take advantage of the Pixel’s secure ‘imprint’ fingerprint sensor. Then thinking about downloading the ANZ goMoney app which is New Zealand’s favourite banking app that can facilitate online banking and help keep you on top of your finances.
09 – Spotify Music

Unlike Apple’s controversial iPhone 7, the people at Google had the good sense to keep the standard headphone jack on the Pixel. So why not celebrate this fact by firing up Spotify and listening to the best music of 2016 – for free!
08 – Netflix

Much has also been made of the Pixel’s luxurious AMOLED display that will definitely be able to make the movies and TV series that can be found at Netflix seem all the more vibrant and realistic.
07 – Lucky Nugget Casino

The super-powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 system-on-chip has already received a lot of praise for helping users carry out lots of tasks without the device grinding to a halt. So not only will you be able to explore the special features of the online pokies games at Lucky Nugget Casino, but you can also switch over the ANZ goMoney app to calculate your winnings with unsurpassable ease!
06 – Facetune

The Pixel also has picked up plenty of accolades for its camera technology. And whilst the front-facing camera is solid, if you’re having a bad morning, then think about getting the Facetune app for a touch of a magazine-friendly Photoshopping!
05 – PicsArt Photo Studio

But it’s the 12.3 megapixel rear-facing camera that’s the best thing about the device. And with the great filters you can use with the PicsArt Photo Studio photography app, you’ll be well on your way to Instagram glory!
04 – Boating AU&NZ

The Pixel also has an enviable 2,770 mAh battery, so why not put it to the test whilst out on the open waters with the acclaimed Boating AU&NZ app for a superior sailing experience?
03 – Anshar Wars 2

Another amazing thing about the Pixel is that it supports the Google Daydream mobile virtual reality system. And whilst there isn’t a VR online pokies app yet, why not make your first steps in the virtual future courtesy of the mind-blowing Anshar Wars 2 virtual reality gaming app?
02 – Get Merry

Much has also been made of the Google Assistant which really comes to live on the Pixel, particularly when it’s talking you through the lovely recipes that can be found on the super-easy Get Merry food app.
01 – Runtastic PRO
And finally, the Pixel is also packed full of handy features like accelerometers and gyrometers, so why not put them to use and get fit with the awesome Runtastic PRO app!