Pixel phones are the closest thing to iPhones in the Android realm. They're made by the same company that designs the operating system, and they run a relatively clean version of Android, as envisioned by Google. Like iPhones, Pixel phones are the first to receive software updates, as Google controls the OS rollout. While Google has been refining the Android experience and appearance for its Pixel phones over the years, Pixel phones still get some criticism from longtime users, including a complaint about the home screen experience. Pixel owners can customize the look of their devices, but one user interface element can't be changed: the Google search bar. Whether you need it or not, the search bar is always there, a reminder of Google's emphasis on mobile search.…