I switched from the iPhone 7 to Google's new phone and couldn't be happier - here's why

Here are two statements that sound like opposites, but in reality exist in parallel:

• The iPhone is a gorgeous, remarkable device.
• The software running on the iPhone is adequate at best.

The iPhone 7 - Apple's latest iPhone model - is an especially impressive piece of hardware. Just look at this sleek object as personal technology:

It's even better in person - it was my "daily driver" phone from December until last week. Even with signs of wear, the iPhone 7 is a ridiculously gorgeous thing. And using it, most of the time, is a pretty good experience. It takes great photos! It's fast!

Last week, I switched to the Google Pixel.

When it comes to phones, good looks only get you so far - this is a device I use every day, all the time. How it fits into my life is far more important than how much I like to look at it. In this respect, the Pixel is a far better phone.

It's not as pretty as the iPhone 7, but it's better in every other way. Here's why.