Google’s Team Pixel program for the Pixel 9 sparked controversy by requiring influencers not to feature competitor products, risking their spot in the program if they did. This forced creators to choose between access to early devices or maintaining their integrity. The Verge confirmed these terms, causing backlash online. Google acknowledged the issue and removed the language, clarifying that Team Pixel is separate from its official review program, which doesn’t have such restrictions. Influencers like Marques Brownlee distanced themselves, while others, feeling the terms threatened their credibility, quit the program altogether. This situation highlights the ethical concerns surrounding online reviews.
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