Almost every Android enthusiast waited long for this day. It was more exciting this time, considering a new range of smartphones with “Made by Google” on it, which the logo at the rear side reflects. Also, a new name – “Pixel” replacing the “Nexus” series. So, finally, Google Pixel & Pixel XL lands in this realm.
Well, it is definitely sad that Google scrapped off the previous (but evergreen) “Nexus” smartphone series and initiated the era of the “Pixel” smartphones. The users would definitely need a lot of time getting acquainted with the “Pixel” name but it all depends on how good the device performs. The device is known to be manufactured by HTC, but Google seems to take all the credits for it.
Let’s look out what the Nexus (oh! the new Pixel) offers.
What’s Exciting?
Without wasting much of your curious time, let’s get to know about the six interesting things that you need to know about Google’s Pixel devices.
- Google’s personal assistant – Pixel would be the first smartphone ever to have Google assistant built in.
- Best Camera Ever – DxOMark rates Pixel’s 12.3 MP camera with the highest score a smartphone camera ever achieved (i.e 89 compared to 86 for iPhone 7)
- Unlimited Cloud Storage – Google’s pixel device is capable of capturing 4K shots. As an additional bonus, Google will let you upload original quality media content (videos, pictures) without worrying about the cloud storage limit (because it’s set to infinity for Pixel users)
- Android Updates – We are already aware that device’s made by / managed by Google would receive Android updates as soon as they roll out. However, this time, you won’t have to check for the update nor wait for it to be installed on your device. The Android updates would be installed to your device in the background and upon restarting your device, you will find it running the latest available version.
- Daydream VR – Pixel is the first smartphone to be Daydream compatible which you can experience using the most comfortable Daydream View Headset.
- Live Customer Support – The Pixel comes baked in with a system through which you can directly get in touch with the Google’s customer support executives available all the time (24×7). You can also share the screen with the support staff to let them help you in an efficient manner.
Specifications
Google Pixel
| Display | 5.0 inches, Full HD – AMOLED |
| Pixel density | 441ppi |
| Screen Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 4 |
| Size (in inches) | 5.6 x 2.7 x 0.2 ~ 0.3 inches |
| Battery | 2770 mAh |
| OS | Android 7.1 Nougat |
| RAM | 4 GB LPDDR4 |
| Internal Storage | 32 GB or 128 GB |
| Rear Camera |
12.3MP IMX378 (1.55μm) with f/2.0 Aperture
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| Front Camera | 8MP IMX179 (1.4µm) with f/2.4 Aperture |
| Processor | Snapdragon 821 |
Google Pixel XL
| Display | 5.5 inches, Quad HD – AMOLED |
| Pixel density | 534ppi |
| Screen Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 4 |
| Size (in inches) | 6.0 x 2.9 x 0.2 ~ 0.34 inches |
| Battery | 3450 mAh |
| OS | Android 7.1 Nougat |
| RAM | 4 GB LPDDR4 |
| Internal Storage | 32 GB or 128 GB |
| Rear Camera |
12.3MP IMX378 (1.55μm) with f/2.0 Aperture
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| Front Camera | 8MP IMX179 (1.4µm) with f/2.4 Aperture |
| Processor | Snapdragon 821 |
Price & Availability
The Google Pixel is available for pre-orders starting today at $649 in the U.S., U.K., Canada, Germany and Australia which converts to 43,300 INR. However, the actual Indian price would vary which will be confirmed on the date it starts selling in India. It would be available for pre-orders in India starting on Oct 13th.