In the not-so-distant past, the March security update and the March Feature Drop for most eligible Pixel devices was released one week later than expected on March 13th, causing Pixel 6 series models to wait an additional week until March 20th to install the latest security patches and new features. During this time, the Pixel 6 series faced a serious flaw in Samsung’s Exynos modems, leaving them in dire need of the March security update to patch the vulnerability.

Although some Pixel 6 series users on Verizon haven’t even received the March update, a Reddit subscriber with a Pixel 5 reported receiving the April security update on March 27th and provided a screenshot as proof. The screenshot shows the Redditor’s device sporting the April 5 security patch with the build number TQ2A.230405.003. Google typically releases monthly updates on the first Monday of each month, with the next expected date being April 3rd. Ironically, a Reddit user reported receiving the March security update way earlier.

If you think you’re that lucky and want to check for available updates on your Pixel device, navigate to Settings > System > System update. However, it is likely that your phone will be up to date. Google is expected to launch the Android 14 Beta program sometime in April, with the Android 14 Developer Preview 2 already available for developers to optimize their apps. The upcoming Android 14 build is nicknamed “Upside Down Cake.” Assuming that Android 14 Beta 1 is released in April, the Android 14 Beta program could reach Platform Stability by June, at which point developers expect no more changes impacting their apps. Pixel users may then join the Beta program with less risk. The final version of Android 14 may be released in August or September.

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Last month, Google started rolling out the Android 13 update for all of its eligible Pixel smartphones. The update arrived on devices like Pixel 4, Pixel 4XL, Pixel 5, Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, and the Pixel A-series devices such as the Pixel 4a, Pixel 4a (5G), Pixel 5a 5G, and Pixel 6a.

Now, the search giant is pushing out the first update since the introduction of Android 13 on these devices. The update comes with a build number TP1A.220905.004 and is rolling out for the users of Pixel 4 (XL), Pixel 4a, Pixel 4a (5G), Pixel 5, Pixel 5a (5G), Pixel 6, and Pixel 6 Pro. It includes many performance improvements and bug fixes for these devices as mentioned below.

Changelog

• Fix for issue occasionally causing increased battery drain from certain launcher background activities
• Fix for issue preventing wireless charging mode from activating in certain conditions

• Additional improvements for fingerprint recognition and response in certain conditions

• Fix for issue occasionally preventing certain Bluetooth devices or accessories from connecting

• Fix for issue occasionally causing notifications to appear truncated on the lock screen

As usual, the update will roll out in phases and will continue over the next week depending on carrier and device. Google has said that the Pixel 6a will receive the update later this month.

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Google has released the Android 13 OS upgrade. The Pixel phones are the first devices to receive the latest Android upgrade. The company confirmed that it will also be made available on devices from Asus, HMD Global, iQOO, Motorola, OPPO, Realme, Samsung, Sharp, Tecno, Vivo, and Xiaomi. Some other brands are also planning to release the Android 13 upgrade later this year.

The stable edition of Android 13 is now available for Pixel devices, such as the Pixel 4, Pixel 4XL, Pixel 5, Pixel 6, and Pixel 6 Pro. It is also available for Pixel A-series devices, such as the Pixel 4a, Pixel 4a (5G), Pixel 5a 5G, and Pixel 6a.

Once upgraded to Android 13, owners of the Pixel 6a, Pixel 6, and Pixel 6 Pro will not be able to roll back to Android 12. On the official factory images page for Pixel devices, there is no mention of the anti-rollback for other Android 13 eligible Pixel devices.

Android 13 offers a refined experience of the Material You theme. It allows users to customize non-Google apps to match the wallpaper theme and colors of the phone. It allows users to assign specific languages to individual apps.

It features an updated media player that modifies its look and feel based on what’s being played. The Bedtime mode now offers new features such as wallpaper dimming and a dark theme. New apps that are installed on the device will need permission from the user to send notifications. Previously, it allowed newly installed apps to send notifications by default. Android 13 brings support for Spatial Audio on compatible headphones. It carries support for Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) Audio.

Android 13 also allows users to copy content like a URL, image, text, or video and paste it onto other Android devices. To know about other features of Android 13, users can head to Google’s official blog post.

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Earlier this week, Google launched the Pixel 5a 5G exclusively for two markets, namely the US and Japan. A few days from that, the company has now confirmed that it has discontinued the last year’s Pixel 5 and Pixel 4a 5G in its home market.

According to a report by The Verge, a Google spokesperson has revealed that the search giant has discontinued the Pixel 5 and the Pixel 4a 5G in the US. The phones will be sold out in the coming weeks, however, they could be available through some partners while supplies last.

On the other hand, the firm did not say anything about the Pixel 4a. This suggests the device will be on sale alongside the newly unveiled Pixel 5a 5G.

The discontinuation of the Pixel 5 and the Pixel 4a 5G makes sense. Because the latest Pixel 5a 5G is identical to these handsets. The only major thing the new model lacks is wireless charging.

Having said that, Google is also set to launch the Pixel 6 series powered by an in-house chipset called Tensor this fall. The lineup has been confirmed to include two models, namely Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro. Apart from bringing a revamped design and new silicon, they will be also debuting multiple huge camera sensors.

Unfortunately, just like the Pixel 5a 5G, the availability of the Pixel 6 series is said to be limited to select regions. Hence, customers may have to wait a bit longer for the launch of Pixel smartphones in their countries. The last widely available Pixel phones were the Pixel 3A and the Pixel 3A XL.

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Google is rolling out a new Pixel Feature Drop update for its Pixel range of smartphones. For those unaware, the search giant is known for introducing new features for its phones every three months via Pixel Feature Drop releases. The latest update for June brings some interesting additions.

The June 2021 Pixel Feature Drop update is being seeded out for the following Google Pixel smartphones.

• Pixel 5
• Pixel 4a (5G)
• Pixel 4a
• Pixel 4 XL
• Pixel 4
• Pixel 3a XL
• Pixel 3a
• Pixel 3 XL
• Pixel 3

Although the entire Pixel range (except the end of support devices) is receiving the update, some features on not available on certain devices. That said, let’s take a look at these new features one by one.

Astrophotography Videos

As the name suggests, users of Pixel 4 and later devices will be now able to record videos while clicking pictures in astrophotography mode. Users can try waiting longer (longer exposure) to click a shot to get more stars in their video.

Heads-up

This feature is part of the Digital Wellbeing app. It will periodically alert users to look up from their handset’s screen while walking. It was previously only available for a select few users.

Locked Folder

This feature was first announced at Google I/O 2021. It will let users save their select photos and videos in Google Photos to a different called ‘Locked Folder’. These media files are hidden locally on the user’s phone and are protected by biometrics. They don’t show up in any other part of the Google Photos app.

Car Crash Detection

Car Crash Detection is part of the Personal Safety app and is not available on Pixel 3a/3a XL. It automatically alerts emergency services when a car crash is detected. This feature was previously only available in the US, the UK, and Australia, But now, it’s rolling out to users in Spain, Ireland, and Singapore.

Call Screen

Call Screen helps users in avoiding spam calls. This feature is now being rolled out in Japan. It was previously only available in the US and Canada.

Recorder

The Google Recorder app is one of the best recorder applications on any platform. The new update brings support for transcription in more English dialects, namely Singaporean, Australian, Irish and British English.

Pride Wallpapers and Sounds

Since June is Pride month, Google is celebrating by adding new Pride-themed wallpapers and sounds.

Call Actions on Google Assistant

Users of Pixel 4 and above can now ask Google Assistant to accept or reject calls. 

Gboard Smart Replies

Gboard can now smartly suggest phone number, email address, and URL in clipboard for replies.

All the above-mentioned new features will be rolled out to eligible Google Pixel smartphones via respective app updates from the Google Play Store in the coming weeks.

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A few weeks ago, Google had announced that Fit for Android will be able to measure heart rate and respiratory rate using the smartphone. Now, the company has confirmed that this new feature will start rolling out the Pixel series smartphones from next week.

Google has clarified that these measurements are “not intended for medical purposes.” It’s functionality is quite unique and the company says that it provides a convenient way to “track and improve day-to-day wellness.”

Both of these new features rely on the smartphone’s camera. For monitoring the user’s heart rate, it tracks color change as blood moves through the fingertips. And for monitoring respiratory rate, it tracks the rise and fall of the user’s chest. To increase accuracy in dark environments, flash can be enabled.

The calculation for these two metrics happens in real-time and is done entirely on the user’s device and not uploaded to Google’s cloud. After every measurement, it asks if the user wants to store the result for long-term graphing.

The heart rate monitoring feature is similar to what Samsung offered on several Galaxy smartphones, including the Galaxy S10. However, the South Korean giant removed the feature from Galaxy S10E, Galaxy S20 lineup, and phones launched after that.

As noted, the feature will start rolling to the users of Pixel smartphones from Monday and the company has said that more Android devices will be getting it in the future.

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With yesterday being the first Monday of the month, Google has released the January 2021 security update for all the eligible Pixel smartphones. Apart from patching certain vulnerabilities, the build for each device also brings fixes and improvements.

The latest security update for Pixels arrives with a total of six fixes and improvements for different models. They are spread across four categories namely Audio, Display/Graphics, Sensors, and Telephony.

Talking about the common fixes first, all the eligible Pixels – Pixel 3/3 XL, Pixel 3a/3a XL, Pixel 4/4 XL, Pixel 4a/4a 5G, and Pixel 5 get a fix for an issue that causes certain apps to restart intermittently and a fix for an issue that prevents calls on certain MVNO networks. All of these phones also get improvements for auto-rotation response in certain device orientations.

Further, the devices released in 2020 – Pixel 4a, Pixel 4a 5G, and Pixel 5 receive improvements for auto-brightness response in certain lighting conditions. It is worth noting that these handsets have been getting this improvement for a while now with each update.

Lastly, the update brings tuning and improvements for volume level of system sounds on Pixel 5 and fix for an issue causing speaker noise in certain scenarios on Pixel 4a 5G.

That said, the January 2021 update for Pixels is currently being rolled out in batches via OTA worldwide. In case you cannot wait, then either sideload the OTA file or flash the factory image.

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The Google Camera aka GCam app is part of the core Pixel smartphone experience. Over the years, the internet search giant has introduced useful features for this app with the release of new Pixel phones. Last year, the app got a feature called ‘astrophotography’ with the launch of the Pixel 4 series. This year, the company extended this feature for the ultra-wide camera present on Pixel 5 and Pixel 4a 5G. But now, within months after the release of these handsets, the firm has removed this ability.

For those unaware, ‘astrophotography’ is a long exposure shot mode in the Google Camera app that allows users to click pictures of the stars. This feature requires a tripod or any stand of sorts to obtain great results.

This feature made its debut on Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL. It was even made available for other older Pixels. Google even added support for the ultra-wide camera with the launch of Pixel 5 and Pixel 4a 5G. Though everyone was excited, the results turned out to be poor.

It is a known fact that ultra-wide cameras on smartphones are mostly inferior to the primary sensor. Though the one on the latest Pixels performs well enough in the daylight, it struggles in low light just like on other phones.

Hence, pictures shot in astrophotography mode lack quality compared to the primary camera. Hence, Google has disabled this feature for the ultra-wide camera with the release of Google Camera v8.1.

What are your thoughts on Google removing ‘astrophotography’ for the ultra-wide camera on Pixel 5 and Pixel 4a 5G? Let us know in the comment section below.

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The Google Pixel 5 series is the company’s 2020 flagship lineup. While the search giant claims that the device is made out of metal, a recent durability test video revealed that the metal is actually buried under layers of plastic.

Known YouTube tech based content creator, JerryRigEverything, took to hunting down this metal that Google promised. In the video, we can observe him stress test and scratch test the Pixel 5. Apparently, the YouTuber wanted to find out for himself whether the company’s claims of using 100 percent recycled aluminum was true or not. Notably, since the Pixel 5 supported wireless charging, the claims from Google of an all metal device was already under scrutiny.

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Apart from the power button, the rest of the smartphone is covered by layers of plastic. Google calls this finish, “bio resin,” which is just another name for plastic alloy. But, the device does have metal underneath all of these layers, although, one would have to dig around considerably. The video also reveals that once you go deep enough, you finally hit the wireless charging coils and the battery right underneath it.

Unfortunately, digging too deep had the YouTuber hit the battery, which caused fumes to come out of the rear. So, we advise you to not try this at home. To sum things up, Google did manage to make the device feel like metal, but its all just a clever trick that hides those fancy layers of plastic. You can check out the video yourselves above.

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With Double 11 behind us, Black Friday is the next shopping festival on the horizon. Google has announced its Black Friday deals as well as the dates when you will be able to grab these amazing deals.

The discount cuts across a variety of products from the Pixel 5 to Nest products and even the Google Home Max. Below are some of the major deals and the dates they will be live:

Pixel 5 for $649

The Pixel 5 launched on September 30 for $699. The Snapdragon 765G-powered phone packs a display with a hole punch, triple rear cameras, 5G support, and wireless and reverse wireless charging.

If you have got your eyes on the 5th gen Pixel phone, then you can grab it for $50 less ($649) on Sunday, November 22.

Nest Audio (2-pack) for $169.98

The Nest Audio is Google’s latest smart speaker. Technically, it is the successor to the original Google Home with better features and improved sound. Priced at $99, a pack of two should sell for $169.98 but Google will sell it for $169.98 ($30 off) on November 22.

Google Stadia Premiere Edition for $69.99

Stadia is Google’s game streaming service and is available in a number of countries already. The Premiere Edition includes a Google Chromecast Ultra and a Stadia Controller, Currently priced at $99.99, you can get a 30% discount and pay $69.99 instead if you buy it on November 25 (7 PM PST).

Google Nest Mini for $18.99

The Google Nest Mini is the second generation Google Home Mini smart speaker. It launched for $49 almost a year ago but can be picked up for just $18.99 on November 25 at 7 PM PST.

Google Home Max for $149

Google is definitely trying to get its speakers into your home with the deals it is offering on its speakers. The 2017 Google Home Max which launched for $299 and is practically its most powerful speaker to date will be available for $149 on November 22. That is $150 off the launch price. Don’t forget that you can pair two of the speakers together for stereo sound. If you opt for that, it means you will be selling out the original $299 price but you get two speakers.

Nest Hub Max for $179

Want a smart speaker with a display? Then the Nest Hub Max can be yours for $179 instead of $229 on November 22. The addition of a 10-inch touchscreen display means that you can ask the Google Assistant to play a YouTube video or a show on Netflix. You can also make video calls as it has a camera or join a Google Meet meeting. The Nest Hub Max can also double as a digital frame that pulls photos from your Google Photos account. It also doubles as a Nest Cam, so you do not need to pick up an additional security camera for whatever room you put it.

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Google has taken everyone by surprise as it announced a storage cap for Google Photos. Accordingly, from June 1, 2021, Google Photos will also come under the ambit of the free 15GB storage the company already offers.

Google, in a blog post(via The Verge) says that all the photos and videos you upload from June 1 of next year will count towards that 15GB. That is, the free 15GB cloud storage will be shared by Photos, Gmail, and Drive. So far, Google Photos offers unlimited backup of Photos in ‘High Quality’ format. However, the company says the App has 4 trillion photos stored so far. And apparently, about 28 billion new photos, videos are being uploaded every week.

Hence, to keep up with the demand for storage, and make the App sustainable, it is bringing this change. That said, the already uploaded ones, and the contents uploaded before June 1, 2021, are exempt from this change. This means you can upload n number of photos, and videos before the cut-off date as they are free till then.

Although this is a big change, Google says users don’t need to worry about it right now. It assures that it will send alerts via App, email as we approach the 15GB mark. Additionally, it will also introduce features like “Personalized estimates” and a ‘Tool’ inside the Google Photos app from June 2021. This will reportedly help users manage their storage better by deleting dark/blurry images to save space.

Besides, the change also doesn’t affect ‘Original quality’ photos as Google already counts it under 15GB free storage. Further, Google’s Pixel users(Google Pixel to Google Pixel 5) are immune to this change. This means, if you own a Pixel device, you can continue to enjoy the free ‘High quality’ backup even after the cut-off date.

Google also talks about the in-active policy in this change. Accordingly, it may delete contents of either Drive, Gmail, Photos if users aren’t active for 24 months. A similar action extends to users who cross the storage limit and don’t take any action for 2 years. That said, if the 15GB free storage isn’t enough, you can always try Google One. Currently, it costs $99.99(USA)/₹6,500(India) a year or $9.99/₹650 a month, and includes VPN service for Android as well(2TB Plan).

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Google Pixel 5 is definitely a good offering from the company in a long time. However, it didn’t escape the usual theme of Pixel devices having concerns. Few users of Pixel 5 have been reporting a condition where a gap exists between the display and frame of the device. And now, a Community specialist on the Google support page says it’s normal.

The Community specialist going by the name David Pop has replied to a query regarding the Pixel 5 Gap issue. Accordingly, On the Google support page(via PhoneArena), he says that the company investigated customer complaints. Along with this and their QC(Quality Control) data, he confirms that the gap between screen and body is normal. In fact, he goes on to say that it doesn’t have an effect on the IP68 water and dust resistance of the device.

However, his comment has drawn a lot of replies from users who express concerns about the design in long term. Contrary to what the Specialist claims, a user says that his unit has the same gap and dust gets piled up inside. He adds that on trying to press it near the front camera section it sits flush but a gap appears again on releasing the pressure.

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That said, a teardown video earlier revealed that Pixel 5 is a well-built phone despite the gap between screen and body. And that the gap doesn’t pose any threat to the internals inside as a strong adhesive. And clips hold the device screen firm with the body. Still, the gap issue might have popped up due to poor Quality Control checks.

Besides, a few users say that the replacement units also have a similar problem. Having that said, users who are disappointed with this design flaw can try using the device. And see if the gap poses an issue in the long-term, or get a refund.

UP NEXT: Will the Pixel 5 mark the return of metal phones?

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There was a time most phones had a metal back, and some notable ones such as the HTC One M7 and the Huawei-made Nexus 6P had a standout design. However, things have changed, and these days, several phones in the mid-range segment and most in the flagship category are covered in glass on both sides. But there is a chance that phones with metal back housing may make a return, thanks to the Google Pixel 5.

Google’s Pixel 5 – first of the new age metal-clad phones?

Google took a different route with the launch of the Pixel 5. Unlike its predecessors, the phone is not a flagship but falls in the premium mid-range category. However, that is not the only change. The Pixel 5 also drops the Gorilla Glass back of its predecessors for an aluminum one while still retaining support for wireless charging, thus putting an end to the age-long belief that phones with wireless charging support can’t have a metal back cover.

Google did explain how it was able to achieve wireless charging on the Pixel 5. It turns out that the back panel has a cut-out where the wireless charging coil is placed. They then coated the panel with a layer of bio-resin and smoothened it out, thus hiding the coil before applying the final coat of paint. Smooth, right?

The big question now is will we see more manufacturers adopt a similar technique, thus marking the return of metal phones? First, let us look at the advantages and disadvantages of metal.

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Advantages of Metal

• Affordable – Metal is more affordable, especially in the long run, unlike glass which is expensive to replace when damaged. Take for example the iPhone 11 and Galaxy S20 series whose rear glass housing costs $129 and $99 respectively to replace. Other phones are less expensive to repair such as that of the OnePlus 8T which costs $38 to replace its rear glass housing.
• Durable – Metal is more durable than plastic and glass. It can take a beating and survive drops better than other materials.
• Lightweight – Just because a phone is made of metal doesn’t mean it is going to weigh a ton. The Pixel 5 weighs 151 grams even with its 4080mAh battery compared to the iPhone 12 Pro which weighs 189 grams and has a smaller 2815mAh battery.

Disadvantages of Metal

• Heating – this is one of the main problems of metal phones even though metal is supposed to better help with heat dissipation. However, in the last few years, manufacturers have come up with better cooling methods such as liquid cooling, air cooling, use of graphite sheets, and cooling accessories which should help lower the temperature better than before.
• Interference – Metal is known to block frequency waves which is why metal phones usually have the antenna area covered in a different material or have antenna bands that allow signals to reach the antennas inside the device. However, manufacturers have found ways to solve this, so it is no longer a problem.

Seeing as the issues associated with metal phones already have solutions, there is nothing stopping manufacturers from switching to metal.

Conclusion

While we don’t expect every manufacturer to ditch glass and jump back to metal just because there is now a way to add wireless charging to phones with metal back housings, Google has shown with the Pixel 5’s that there is more than one way to do things. And if manufacturers are trying to make more durable phones that don’t break the bank, they can switch to metal and come up with creative finishes that also accentuate the appearance of the phone.

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Pixel 5 is Google’s 2020 flagship smartphone disguised as a mid-range handset. It has all the basic things one needs in a smartphone at an affordable price tag than other flagships. However, despite being the top-tier phone from Google, some units have display gaps. Regardless, the device’s teardown video reveals it to be a well-built handset.

The teardown video of Google Pixel 5 was uploaded by PBKreviews channel on YouTube. This channel is known for smartphone teardown videos.

This video shows us that the new Pixel features a good quality build like any other high-end device. As Android Headlines mentions, this video unofficially confirms the display gap issue to be rather poor quality control than terrible build.

That said, if you have a Pixel 5 with a screen gap, you can request for a replacement. But it is worth noting that the panel won’t come off by itself. That’s because the phone’s frame is fitted with strong adhesive and the panel is locked with clips. Also, the handset is easy to repair as it uses a number of ribbon cables and connectors.

Anyway, the screen gap may or may not hinder IP68 certification. The adhesive may be able to block the water from entering the device but we cannot say it for sure. Therefore, if you really care about water-resistance, you should definitely get a replacement unit.

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After the success of using recycled materials as planned on its products, Google is taking yet another leap. This time, it says the amount of recycled materials will increase, and come with plastic-free packaging by 2025.

Google explains its new sustainable development goals in a blog post(via XDADevelopers). It says, it has hit the target of using recycled materials on all of google products by 2022, two years earlier. As per Google, Pixel 5 is made of 100% recycled aluminum. The company says the mined aluminum in the enclosure lowers waste, and carbon footprint by 35% compared to Virgin aluminum. Furthermore, Nest products like the Nest Audio and Nest Thermostat have 70% including acoustic fabric and 75% recycled plastics respectively but doesn’t mention Chromecast with Google TV.

As a part of the new plan, all of Google’s hardware products will have 50% recycled plastics by 2025. It adds that this goal is well beyond the industry standards. And to achieve this, it’s going to use recycled materials to the maximum possible limits. Google also feels that waste generated after manufacturing should be sustainable. And hence, it is perpetrating to achieve UL 2799 Zero Waste to Landfill Certification at all final assembly sites by 2022.

The certification indicates that a company is effectively recycling a vast majority of waste from the operations. However, the most highlight of all is the packaging. The company is planning to ship its products to&fro safely whilst maintaining 100% carbon neutral packaging. Simply put, by 2025, it’s plans to make the entire packaging plastic-free and 100% recyclable.

That said, it’s going to be a long road for Google as it tackles the Logistics issues through a lot of hard work. Apart from planning to partner with suppliers, Google has reportedly invested in bringing sustainability to all of its products including operations. And its communities.

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Google recently announced the Pixel 5 and Pixel 4a 5G smartphones. Unlike its predecessor i.e. the Google Pixel 4, Pixel 5 is not a flagship phone. Also, it does not come with features such as Soli radar, Pixel Neural Core, and Active Edge that were made available on the previous generation phone. The Pixel 5 will be available for purchase in limited countries with 5G support. The sales of the smartphone are scheduled to begin in markets like the U.S., the U.K, Australia, and Japan on Oct. 15.  A UK-based YouTuber has released a hands-on video of the Pixel 5. The video reveals that the device is equipped with an under-display speaker positioned at the top side of the display.

YouTuber totallydubbedHD has two videos of the Google Pixel 5. While the first one includes camera tests and 5G benchmarks on the handset, the second one is a hands-on video that answers all the questions related to it. It can be clearly seen in the second video that Pixel 5 does not have visible speakers on the front. The reason behind it is that its speaker is embedded under the top portion of the OLED panel.

Recently, a schematic of the Pixel 5 had appeared on Reddit which revealed the presence of an under-display speaker. The official renders of the phone also do not show the presence of front-facing speakers. Both the videos posted by the YouTuber are quite informative for people who are looking forward to purchasing the Pixel 5.

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Google Pixel 5 specifications and price

Google Pixel 5 is an IP68 rated smartphone that sports a 6-inch OLED panel with a punch-hole design. It supports a full HD+ resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate. The screen is protected by Gorilla Glass 6. The Snapdragon 765G chipset with 8 GB of LPDDR4 RAM powers the smartphone. It has 128 GBG of internal storage. The Android 11 OS comes preinstalled on the smartphone.

It has a 12-megapixel + 16-megapixel (ultrawide) dual-camera system on its back. It has a front camera of 8-megapixel. The phone is fitted with a 4,080mAh battery that supports 18W fast charging, wireless charging, and reverse charging. It lacks a 3.5mm audio jack and it offers connectivity features like 5G, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, NFC, and USB-C. It is priced at $699 and its color variants are Sorta Sage and Just Black.

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The Pixel 5 is very different from the Pixel 4 that was announced last year. The design is not the only area but there are also key changes under the hood. Some of which we know includes the choice of a Snapdragon 700 series processor over a Snapdragon 800 series chipset; and the return of the rear-mounted fingerprint scanner. Now, it has been confirmed that the Pixel Neural Core chipset is gone and so also is Active Edge.

Starting with Active Edge, Google first removed it from the Pixel 4a which came as a surprise as the Pixel 3a from last year has it. However, we didn’t expect that it would not be present on the Pixel 5 too (the Pixel 4a 5G doesn’t have it too). Active Edge allowed users to squeeze the sides of their Pixel phones to wake up the Google Assistant and can also be used to silence alarms, timers, and calls. With all of the phones Google launched this year not having it, it is safe to say Active Edge is dead and buried.

For the Pixel Neural Core, Google confirmed to Android Police that the Pixel 4a 5G and Pixel 5 (and Pixel 4a too) do not have the chip which helped with imaging, machine learning, and also powered Face Unlock on the Pixel 4 series.

While the new phones do not have Face Unlock, the neural core chip still has other functions it can perform such as helping with imaging. However, Android Police said that the Pixel hardware team informed them during a Q&A session that they were able to get a similar camera performance with the Snapdragon 765G inside the Pixel 5, thus making the need for the chip redundant.

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Google’s flagship smartphone launched last year — Pixel 4, had an in-built radar. This was the reason the device was available in selected regions only. However, the company has ditched the Soli radar for this year’s flagship smartphone — Pixel 5.

This means that the “Motion Sense” feature on the smartphone is gone. Does this mean that the Soli radar sensor is gone for good? Well, apparently not. Google’s Rick Osterloh has said to The Verge that Project Soli radar and gestures will return.

He said that the sensor will be used in the future. Explaining why it didn’t make it to this year’s phone, he said that they were too expensive for the phone that the company had planned to make this year.

But note that Rick Osterloh has not confirmed if the hardware will be included in a smartphone in the future. A recent FCC filing had revealed that it might appear in the Nest smart thermostat.

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For those who are unaware, the Project Soli on the Pixel 4 smartphone allowed users to wave above the phone to play/pause and skip tracks, as well as dismiss calls and alarms. However, it’s use-case in Pixel 4 didn’t expand much beyond what Google initially offered.

It was started as an experimental project within ATAP and Google spent several years in research as well as in making the radar smaller in size. The company has positioned the air gestures as the future of controlling devices, so it seems likely that the company will keep the technology around and will experiment with it on different types of devices.

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Last month, Google announced the Pixel 4a smartphone. At that time, it confirmed that the upcoming Google Pixel 4a 5G will be priced at $499. However, the company did not reveal the pricing of the Pixel 5. Reliable tipster Jon Prosser has claimed that the Pixel 5 will be priced at $699.

The tipster says that he is 100 percent sure that the Pixel 5 with 128 GB storage is priced at $699. As compared to the Pixel 4a 5G, Pixel 5 comes with notable differences such as a smaller 6-inch 90Hz display, 8 GB of RAM, a slightly big 4,000mAh battery with wireless charging and reverse charging support, and an IP68 rated aluminum build. Because of these differences, the Pixel 5 will command an additional premium of $200.

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The Snapdragon 765G powers the Pixel 5 and Pixel 4a 4G. Both phones carry support for 18W charging and 8-megapixel front-facing cameras. The rear side of both phones features a square-shaped camera module with an OIS assisted 12-megapixel Sony IMX355 main lens and a 16-megapixel ultrawide sensor. Shown above are the leaked renders of the Black and Sage Green color variants of the Google Pixel 5 smartphone that were recently released by notable tipster Evan Blass. 

The $499 Google Pixel 4a 5G has some different features such as 6 GB of RAM, a 3.5mm audio jack, and a polycarbonate chassis. The Pixel 5 lacks a 3.5mm headphone slot. Both devices are also equipped with rear-facing fingerprint scanners. These devices also come with other common features like spectral and flicker sensor, nano-SIM, e-SIM, GPS, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, and USB-C. The Pixel 4a and Pixel 5 are slated to go official on Sept. 30.

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The Pixel 5 will be announced next week at the Made by Google event. The phone will come along with a 5G version of the Pixel 4a. Ahead of the launch, a leak has revealed the full spec sheet of Google’s new smartphone.

The Pixel 5 is a deviation from its predecessor. It drops the flagship processor for the upper mid-range Snapdragon 765G processor. Gone is also the soli radar-based Motion Sense, which means no Face Unlock and no gesture control.

The Pixel 5 has a 6.0-inch FHD+ flexible OLED display with a hole in the top left corner of the screen and a 90Hz refresh rate. The bezels are also much slimmer than on previous Pixel phones. While most phones with an OLED display adopt an in-display fingerprint scanner, Google is sticking to its rear-mounted Pixel Imprint sensor.

The Qualcomm chipset is paired with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. By now, you should know there is no support for storage expansion.

The Pixel phones are known for being camera beasts even though they usually have fewer cameras than the competition. For the Pixel 5, we have a 12.2MP f/1.7 main camera with dual-pixel and PDAF. The main sensor has optical image stabilization and a 77° field of view. Along with the main camera is a 16MP f/2.2 ultrawide angle camera with a 107° field of view. In front is an 8MP f/2.0 camera.

There is a 4080mAh battery inside the Pixel 5 that supports 18W fast charging. The phone supports wireless charging and Google has added support for reverse wireless charging too according to Winfuture.de. This means you can charge your Pixel Buds by placing it on the back of the phone.

There is only one SIM slot but an eSIM will allow you to use two numbers on the Pixel 5. Other features are NFC, stereo speakers, Titan M security chip, Android 11 out of the box, and an IP68 waterproof rating.

The source says the Pixel 5 will be priced at €629 in Germany when it launches and should ship with a pair of wired Pixel Buds in the box. An earlier leak revealed it will come in black and green color variants.

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The Google Pixel 5 and Pixel 4a 5G are expected to debut on Sept. 30. Fresh information reveals that both phones were found listed in multiple European retailer sites. According to listings at BT.com, the Pixel 5 and Pixel 4a 5G smartphones will go on sale on Oct. 15. Both phones are expected to arrive with 128 GB of storage.

The Google Pixel 4a 5G is mentioned with £499 pricing (~$638) in the U.K. and its pricing for continental Europe is 499 euros (~$586). In the U.K., the Pixel 5 costs £615 (~$787) and it is priced at 629 euros (~$739) in mainland Europe. The Pixel 4a 5G will come in black and white color options, while the Pixel 5 will be available in black and green color editions.

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Google Pixel 5 and Pixel 4a 5G specifications (Rumored)

The Google Pixel 5 has a 6.2-inch FHD+ OLED display with 90Hz refresh rate support. The Pixel 4a 5G is fitted with a 6-inch FHD+ OLED screen with 60Hz refresh rate support. Both phones have Sony IMX520 8-megapixel selfie cameras. These phones are powered by the Snapdragon 765G chipset. These devices will come with Android 11 OS preinstalled and they are equipped with rear-facing fingerprint sensors.

The Pixel 4a 5G has a single 12.2-megapixel Sony IMX363 lens on its back. On the other side, the Pixel 5 has a dual-camera system with a Sony IMX362 12.2-megapixel primary camera and an 8-megapixel superwide sensor. The Pixel 4a 5G will come with 6GB of RAM and a 3,800mAh battery with 18W fast charging support. The Pixel 5 has 8 GB of RAM and a 4,000mAh battery with 18W rapid charging tech.

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Last month, it was rumoured that Google will be launching the Pixel 5 on September 30. Indeed, the tech giant has now confirmed that the flagship smartphone will be launched on September 30th. The event which would be a virtual one will commence at 2PM ET / 11AM PT.

Apart from the Pixel 5 smartphone, Google may also take the wraps off a new Chromecast, and a new smart speaker according to the invitation sent out. The invite reads; “We invite you to learn all about our new Chromecast, our latest smart speaker, and our new Pixel phones.”

The Pixel 5 was first officially announced during the launch of the Pixel 4a. The post put out back then stated that the Pixel 5 will have 5G support. The phone will be available in the US, Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland, France, Germany, Japan, Taiwan, and Australia when it launches.

However, this is the first time the company was confirming it will launch a new Chromecast and Google-branded smart speaker. Google had confirmed the existence of a Nest smart speaker back in July after the leakage of an image of the speaker.

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Last week, popular tipster OnLeaks shared CAD renders of the Google Pixel 5 to reveal its design from all angles. Today, a Mexican radio host Jose Antonia Ponton shared new images that showcase the appearance of Pixel 5 in real. While the device is expected to debut as Pixel 5, its name is mentioned as ‘Pixel 5s’ in the “About Phone” screen.

The frontal image of the Google Pixel 5 shows that its screen is equipped with a punch-hole cutout towards the top-left corner. Past reports have revealed that the Pixel could be sporting a 5.7-inch or 5.8-inch display. It is a flat display surrounded by slim bezels on all four sides.

The rear side of the phone features a traditional fingerprint scanner and the company’s logo towards the bottom. At the upper-left corner of the phone’s rear is a square-shaped camera system. It is comprised of the main camera, a spectral and flicker sensor, an ultrawide angle lens, and an LED flash. The right edge of the smartphone has a volume rocker and a power button.

Así es el … Pixel 5S.#leaks #googlepixel5 #pixel5 #Android11 #androidR pic.twitter.com/3EN4acC0wN

— Jose Antonio Ponton (@japonton) September 9, 2020

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The “About Phone” page shows that it is preinstalled with Android R. The Pixel 5s and Android R texts suggest that the handset shown in the leaked images belong to the engineering unit of the smartphone. The probable reason why the device is identified as Pixel 5s is that it could be a variant of the Pixel 5 with or without mmWave 5G support. Since smartphone OEMs are known for using ‘s’ for phones with better specs, the Pixel 5s could belong to the Pixel 5 with mmWave 5G support.

Pixel 5 was approved by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) at the beginning of this month. It revealed that Pixel 5 has four variants. Among them, two models such as GD1YQ and G6QU3 will be equipped with sub-6GHz and mmWave 5G networks. In related news, a recent leak had revealed that the phone will be priced at 629 euros and it will come in black and green color options.

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Back in August, while launching the Pixel 4a, Google also announced Pixel 4a 5G and Pixel 5G. However, the company did not reveal anything about their specifications and pricing. But it did say that they will be launching in fall. Since then, these two handsets have leaked multiple times exposing almost everything about them. Now, a new leak also tips their color variants and price.

The new information about Pixel 4a 5G and Pixel 5 come from Nils Ahrensmeier on Twitter. According to him, the upcoming Pixels will be priced under €700 and will come in two paint jobs each.

The exact price and colors of Pixel 4a 5G and Pixel 5 tipped by the leakster are as listed below.

• Pixel 4a 5G – €499
  • Black 
  • White
• Pixel 5 – €629
  • Black
  • Green

As per previous leaks, both of them will be powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G and will sport AMOLED displays. But the panel on the Pixel 4a will measure 6.24-inch compared to 6.01-inch 90Hz panel on the Pixel 5.

As for the build, they are said to be made of plastic (Pixel 5 may have a glass back), however, only the costlier model with come with 8GB RAM and support for wireless charging. On the other hand, the affordable 5G Google phone with 6GB RAM will retain the 3.5mm headphone jack.

Surprisingly, the optics on these phones will be identical – 12.2MP (wide) + 12.2MP (ultra-wide) dual camera setup and 8MP punch-hole selfie camera just like their rear-mounted fingerprint sensor. But the Pixel 4a 5G will be backed by a 3,800mAh battery as opposed to 400mAh unit in Pixel 5.

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After much anticipation and delays, Google recently launched the much-awaited Pixel 4a smartphone. At the time, the company had revealed that it will soon be launching the Pixel 4a 5G as well as Google Pixel 5 smartphones.

While the company has not yet revealed the launch timeframe for the upcoming devices, reports indicate that both of them could go official by the end of this month. Now, both — Pixel 4a 5G and Pixel 5 have passed through FCC certification.

From the listing, it seems that the Pixel 4a models A4R G025E, G025H, and G025I are the 5G variant of the device. It is also revealed that the phone features a plastic body and comes with 6GB of RAM and a 3.5mm headphone jack.

Under the hood, it is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G chipset. It comes with a bigger screen, a dual-camera setup on the back, and support for sub-6 5G bands. We are expecting a similar design to the original model.

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As for the Google Pixel 5, models, A4R GD1YQ and GTT9Q have been listed. It also reveals that the phone will have support for Wireless Power Transfer (WPT). This will enable the smartphone to charge accessories, like Pixel Buds.

From the listing, it is revealed that the model number GTT9Q doesn’t have support for mmWave and is relying on the sub-6 band but the other models, including GD1YQ and G6QU3, have support for both the bands.

The Google Pixel 5 is rumored to come featuring a 6-inch Full HD+ display with a 90hz refresh rate. It is said to come packed with 8GB of RAM and a 4,000mAh battery. Unlike the Pixel 4a models, this one won’t have a 3.5mm headphone jack, being a so-called “premium” phone.

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While announcing the Pixel 4a earlier this month, Google also unveiled Pixel 4A 5G and Pixel 5A. But the company neither revealed the design nor their specifications. But it did confirm them to come with 5G connectivity. Now, weeks later, Pixel 5 3D CAD renders from @OnLeaks expose the entire design of this handset.

Steve Hemmerstoffer, commonly known as @OnLeaks is known for his 3D CAD render leaks. He has been accurate with his leaks for years. He partners with various publications for his exclusive leaks. For the Pixel 5 renders, he has joined hands with PriceBaba.

According to the leakster, the upcoming Pixel 5 will measure 144.7 x 70.4 x 8.1mm in dimensions. His renders reveal the design of this handset to be similar to that of the recently launched Pixel 4a.

On the front, the phone is said to sport a 5.7-5.8 inch display with a punch-hole cutout at the top left corner for the selfie camera. The renders show the phone is a glittery black color just like the official teaser by Google with a glossy power key at the right side along with volume rockers.

The right side of the smartphone has a SIM card slot, whereas the top of the phone houses a secondary microphone. Further, the bottom features a centrally-aligned USB Type-C port flanked by speaker grille on either side, out of which one should nest the primary microphone.

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Talking about the rear panel, the handset features a fingerprint sensor and a dual-camera setup on a raised square module with an unknown third sensor as well as LED flash.

As per previous reports, the forthcoming Pixel 5 will come with Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, 128GB base variant, and reverse wireless charging feature called Battery Share. It is expected to launch on September 30 as per tipster Jon Prosser.

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Earlier this month, Google announced the Google Pixel 4a midrange phone. At the event, the company also confirmed that it will be releasing the Pixel 5 and Pixel 4a 5G phones in the market by fall this year. Soon after the launch event, it was speculated that Google will be announcing the Pixel 5 and Pixel 5a 5G in early October. However, known tipster Jon Prosser claimed that both phones will be debuting on Sept. 30.

According to the new leak, the Pixel 5G will be announced in colors like black and green on the last day of September. The Pixel 4a 5G will be announced alongside in black color only. The Pixel 4a 5G will be made available in October in white. The leak has no information on the specs of these phones.

A recent leak had claimed that the Pixel 5 will be a large-sized device, but it will not be called Pixel 5 XL. The handset may feature a big display of 6.67 inches, and it is expected to support a 120Hz refresh rate. The screen could be supplied by Samsung or BOE. The device is expected to sport a premium build.

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It is speculated the Google Pixel 5 will be fueled by the Snapdragon 765G chipset and 8 GB of RAM. The handset may offer users with an internal storage of 128 GB. It could be fitted with a rear positioned fingerprint reader. The device could be priced at $699.

It is unclear whether the Pixel 4a 5G will be powered by Snapdragon 765G or some other chipset. All that is known about the Pixel 4a 5G is that will come with a cheaper build and a $499 price tag.

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Google is expected to announce the Pixel 4a (5G) and Pixel 5 in October. While the former is a 5G-version of the recently announced Pixel 4a mid-ranger, there are conflicting rumors about the latter. According to GSMArena that cites information revealed by @ImJustSayingJC Twitter user, the Pixel 5 will come only in an XL version. He has also shared some vital information on the specs of the phone.

Earlier this month, display analyst Ross Young had claimed that the Pixel 5 will be sporting a 6.67-inch display supplied Samsung and BOE. He had claimed that the screen will support a 120Hz refresh rate. The Twitter user has also claimed that the Pixel 5 has a 6.67-inch 120Hz display. It appears that it will be a large-sized display, but it will not be carrying the ‘XL” branding.

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The Google Pixel 5 smartphone will be arriving with a rear-facing fingerprint reader and 128 GB of storage. It will be fueled by the Snapdragon 765G mobile platform. Recently, the handset was spotted at AI Benchmark with 8 GB of RAM. The Pixel 5 may arrive with a price tag of $699. As Google has already confirmed, the Pixel 4a (5G) will be arriving in the market with a $499 price tag.

The recently announced Google Pixel 4a features a 5.81-inch OLED display and it is powered by Snapdragon 730 mobile platform. The phone comes with 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of native storage. It has a 12.2-megapixel rear camera and it has a front camera of 8-megapixel. It is backed by a 3,140mAh battery that supports 18W charging. The phone is priced at $349.

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The Google Pixel 5 and Google Pixel 4a (5G) are the upcoming Pixel phones for this year. There are reports that the Pixel 5 will not be debuting as a flagship phone. Rumors surrounding it have claimed that it will be a premium mid-range phone fueled by the Snapdragon 765G. The Google Pixel 5 has appeared on AI benchmark. The listing confirms that it is indeed powered by the SD765G SoC.

The AI Benchmark listing first spotted by tipster Abhishek Yadav reveals that the Google Pixel 5 is equipped with 8 GB of RAM. The presence of the SD765G inside the device reveals that it will be debuting as the first 5G-ready Pixel phone. Also, it will be the first Pixel phone to come with 8 GB of RAM. Unfortunately, the AI Benchmark has no information on the other specs of the device.

Rumors surrounding the Pixel series have revealed that the Pixel 5 XL series will not be accompanying the Pixel 5 this year. It appears that the search engine giant will be launching the Pixel 5 and Pixel 4a (5G) phones together in October. Both phones are expected to hit the market by fall this year.

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There are contradictory reports about the screen of the Pixel 5. initial reports claimed that the Pixel 5 has a 5.81-inch OLED display, However, a display analyst that recently claimed that the “new Google phone” with 5G support has 6.67-inch display that with 120Hz refresh rate support. It is speculated that the analyst could be talking about the Pixel 5 phone.

It is unclear which processor will be fueling the Google Pixel 4a (5G). It remains to be seen whether the phone comes with the Snapdragon 765G or the less powerful Snapdragon 690 5G SoC. Google has already confirmed that the Pixel 4a (5G) will be priced at $499.

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On Monday, Google unveiled the Snapdragon 730G powered Google Pixel 4a mid-range phone. Its 5G variant dubbed as the Pixel 4a (5G) and the Pixel 5 are slated to hit the markets by fall. While the company confirmed the pricing of the Pixel 4a (5G) as $499, it did not reveal when it will be formally launching both handsets. It seems that the search engine giant has accidentally revealed the launch date of the upcoming Pixel phones through an official blog post.

Spotted first by a 9to5Google reader, the Pixel 4a announcement blog post by Google France mentioned that the pre-orders of the Pixel 4a (5G) and Pixel 5 will begin from Oct. 8. The highlighted line shown in the screenshot below (machine-translated text) is no longer available in the blog post, but its still viewable through Google Cache.

The English version of the blog post never carried the deleted text. Google is known for carrying out pre-orders shortly after its launch event, it is likely that the Pixel 5 and Pixel 4a (5G) may launch on Oct. 8.

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The Pixel 4a (5G) will be slotted between Pixel 4a that costs $349 and the Pixel 5 that is rumored to be priced at $649 or $699. The smartphone is likely to house a larger OLED display of 6.1 inches. The device may sport a plastic construction like the Pixel 4a. It may offer improved camera capabilities than the Pixel 4a. The phone could be equipped with 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of built-in storage. It could be powered by Snapdragon 690 or Snapdragon 765G chipset.

The Pixel 5 could be sporting a 5.8-inch display. However, contradictory information that surfaced yesterday suggested that it may house a 6.67-inch OLED display with 120Hz refresh rate support. The handset is likely to feature Snapdragon 765G and an improved set of cameras.

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Earlier this week, Google announced the much-awaited Google Pixel 4a mid-ranger with a price tag of $349. It does not support 5G connectivity. For people who are looking 5G-enabled Pixel phones, Google will be releasing the Pixel 4a 5G and Pixel 5 5G by fall this year. The specifications of these phones will be confirmed in the coming months. Fresh information reveals suggest that Google Pixel 5 could be arriving with a 120Hz display.

Past reports have revealed that the Pixel 5 will not be a flagship phone. Rumors have it that the company has no plans to launch Pixel 5 XL phone. Hence, the Pixel 4a 5G and Pixel 5G could be the only two Pixel phones arriving this year.

According to display analyst Ross Young, a new Google Pixel phone with 5G support arriving this year will be equipped with a big display 6.6 inches. The screen will carry support for 120Hz refresh rate, and it will be supplied by Samsung Display and BOE.

Next new Google phone, the 5G version, will be 6.67” from Samsung Display and BOE.

— Ross Young (@DSCCRoss) August 4, 2020

The Pixel 5 will come with better specs than the Pixel 4a 5G. Hence, it is likely that Young could be talking about the Pixel 5. However, the 6.67-inch display news for Pixel 5 contradicts previous claims that said that it has a 5.8-inch screen.

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The Pixel 5 is rumored to be powered by the Snapdragon 765G chipset. Since the SoC is not as good as the Snapdragon 865 flagship chipset when it comes to power efficiency, the Pixel 5 may house a large-sized battery.

The Pixel 4a 5G will be arriving with a $449 whereas the Pixel 5 5G may cost $649. It is likely that the company will confirm the specs and features of these phones in October. Finally, the sales of these devices may begin in November or December.

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Alongside the Pixel 4a and the Pixel 4a 5G, Google also announced the Pixel 5 today. Actually, Google just confirmed it exists and will be coming later this fall.

According to the blog post put out by Google announcing the three devices, the Pixel 5 will have 5G support too. The phone will be available in the US, Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland, France, Germany, Japan, Taiwan, and Australia when it launches.

As you can see, India is missing from the list which means the phone will not be launching in the South Asian country.

The Pixel 5 will run Android 11 when it launches later this year and it should come with features exclusive to the Pixel line. The phone is expected to have a punch-hole display and a fingerprint scanner on the back. There are also reports it will have a mid-range processor and not the flagship Snapdragon 865 or Snapdragon 865 Plus.

We expect more details to surface in the weeks leading to its launch. Going by the previous launches, the Pixel 5 should be announced in October.

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Later today, Google will be unveiling the Pixel 4a budget-friendly smartphone. A recent report revealed that the search engine giant may launch two more phones such as the Pixel 4a 5G and Pixel 5. Popular tipster Ishan Agarwal shared a poster through his Twitter account. The image gives a glimpse of the forthcoming Pixel 4a 5G and Pixel 5 smartphones.

According to the tipster, the smaller one on the left that has a brushed metal appeal is the Pixel 5. The one on the right is the Pixel 4a 5G. It will also be a larger device than the Pixel 4a. It can be seen sporting a colored powered button.

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At present, there is no information available on the specifications of the Pixel 4a 5G and Pixel 5. Recent reports have revealed that the Pixel 5 will not be a flagship device. It could be powered by the Snapdragon 765G mobile platform. There is no information available on the existence of the Pixel 5 XL phone.

The Pixel 4a 5G may feature a less powerful 5G chipset. Even if it arrives with d, it is expected to sport a cheaper build. It is unclear when Google will be announcing the Pixel 4a 5G and Pixel 5 5G. It has been launching new phones in October each year. Hence, there is a possibility that the Pixel 4a 5G and Pixel 5G may break in October this year. The tipster had recently claimed that these devices will be arriving with a starting price of $499.

In related news, the Google Pixel 4a that is slated to go official today is expected to debut with a pricing of $349. At this price, the phone will offer specs like a 5.81-inch OLED display with punch-hole design, 8-megapixel front camera, 12.2-megapixel rear camera, Snapdragon 730G chipset, 4 GB of RAM, 128 GB of storage, and 3,140mAh battery.

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Google finally revealed to launch the Pixel 4a on August 4. But ahead of it, his handset’s successor, Pixel 5a has been spotted on AOSP alongside Pixel 4a 5G and Pixel 5. Further, the comment that exposed these upcoming smartphones also confirmed the end of Android platform update for Pixel 2 series with the release of Android 11.

The Pixel 4a can be termed as the most leaked smartphone of 2020. We know almost everything about this handset except for its price. The device is finally scheduled to go official coming Mondy after months of delay.

As a matter of fact, Google withheld the launch of Pixel 4a too long that the company has already begun to work on its successor – Pixel 5a (via 9to5Google). Anyway, this phone will be mostly launching next year or maybe even get cancelled.

Apart from this phone, the internet search giant is also readying Pixel 4a 5G and Pixel 5, which are expected to debut this fall. The developer comment on AOSP mentions them to release with Android 11 out of the box. Same goes for the Pixel 5a.

Lastly, Google is in the process of dropping Android update support for Pixel 2/2 XL, which launched with Android Oreo and will be receiving its last update – Android 11 very soon.

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Google Pixel fans are endlessly waiting for the arrival of the Pixel 4a midrange. While some rumors have claimed that the Snapdragon 730 powered smartphone will debut this month, while contradictory reports have claimed that its arrival could be postponed until October. Previous reports have claimed that Google could be launching the Pixel 5 and Pixel 5 XL phones in October. However, a fresh report on 9to5Google claims that the search engine will not be launching two phones such as Pixel 4a (5G) and Pixel 5 soon, and it will not be launching the Pixel 5 XL handset.

Dylan Roussel from 9to5Google scoured through the code of the latest beta edition of the Google Search app and came across the codenames of the entire Google Pixel lineup for this year. As shown in the below image, Bramble is the codename of Pixel 5 whereas the Pixel 4a (5G) is codenamed as Redfin. Initial reports had claimed that these handsets could be debuting as Pixel 5 and Pixel 5 XL.

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As previous reports have revealed, the Sunfish codename belongs to the upcoming Pixel 4a handset. The Pixel 4a XL and Pixel 5 XL are not on the list. This suggests that the search engine giant has not planned to launch these phones this year.

The Bramble phone i.e. the Pixel 5 is rumored to be equipped with Snapdragon 765 chipset and is not a flagship phone. The Pixel 4a (5G) could be powered by a less powerful 5G chipset. Qualcomm has recently launched the Snapdragon 690 5G that brings 5G capabilities on affordable devices. It remains to be whether Google uses SD690 on the Pixel 4a (5G). Even if the Pixel 4a (5G) arrives with SD765G, the company may offer it with cheaper build materials like plastic whereas the Pixel 5 may arrive with aluminum and glass chassis. Since the hardware information for Pixel 4a (5G) and Pixel 5 are just assumptions, it is advisable to wait for further reports to know more about their specs.

UP NEXT: Google Pixel 5 CAD renders leak reveal punch-hole display and fingerprint reader

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Pixel fans are eagerly waiting for the Pixel 4a mid-range phone, but the company is silent on its arrival. Since it recently received certifications from Singapore’s IMDA and India’s BIS, it is being said that the phone may launch this month. However, there are contradictory rumors that claim that the launch has been postponed to October. It is unclear whether the Pixel 4a will be arriving alongside the Pixel 5 series that is expected to debut in October. Speaking of Pixel 5, publication Pigtou in partnership with XLeaks7 has shared its CAD renders to reveal its design.

The leak reveals that the Google Pixel 5 has 144.6 x 70.4 x 8mm dimensions. With the camera bump, its thickness may increase up to 9.5mm. The appearance of the Pixel 5 not too different from the Google Pixel 4 from last year.

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The device seemingly features a 5.78-inch display and the CAD renders show that it is surrounded by thick and symmetrical bezels. The display has a punch-hole placed at its top-left corner.

The Pixel 4 series lacked a fingerprint scanner and its users were provided with face unlock as the only biometric recognition feature. The Pixel 5 CAD renders show that the company will bring back the fingerprint scanner on the device.

The Pixel 5 seems to be sporting a glass back and an aluminum frame. The square-shaped module on the back houses the cameras along with an LED flash. A USB-C port along with a pair of external speakers can be found on the bottom edge of the Pixel 5. It lacks a 3.5mm headphone jack.

we are not posting that Pixel 5 leak because it is almost certainly not the device you think of as Pixel 5

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According to Android Police’s David Ruddock, Google’s hardware team is in total chaos and it is yet to decide on the Pixel 5. This is the reason why the Pixel 5 leaks have not appeared yet. Since the authenticity of the Pixel 5 CAD renders could not be confirmed, readers are advised to digest the leak with a grain of salt.

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The Google Pixel 4a is expected to go official at some point in this month. After its launch, the focus will shift to the Google Pixel 5 series arriving later this year. The Google Pixel line of smartphones was introduced in 2017. All the predecessor Pixel phones have featured flagship chipsets from Qualcomm. Some reports have revealed that the search engine giant will adopt a different strategy for the Pixel 5 series. Rumors have it that they will not be coming as flagship smartphones. XDA has reported that it has found evidences in the EUICCGoogle APK available in Android 11 Developer Preview 4 that Pixel 5 will be powered by Snapdragon 765 or Snapdragon 768 SoC.

In January, it was found that upcoming Pixel phones are codenamed as Sunfish, Bramble, and Redfin. The Sunfish phone is said to be the upcoming Snapdragon 730 powered Pixel 4a phone. The Bramble and Redfin are codenames of flagship Pixel phones arrive later this year. These phones are expected to break cover as Pixel 5 and Pixel 5 XL. Initial code discovered at the beginning of the year revealed that the Snapdragon 765 SOC will be powering both smartphones.

XDA has come across the “g7250” modem in the “modem_model_mappings_json” string found in the EUICCGoogle APK. The “g7250” text seems to be Google’s codename for SD765 or SD765 or SD768 SoCs. Also, Android Police’s Editor-in-Chief David Ruddock claimed citing information his source that he Snapdragon 765 powers the Pixel 5.

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Recently, a screenshot of the survey on Google Opinion Rewards was shared by Reddit user. The survey asked users to choose between an upcoming mid-range Pixel priced at $349 and a premium Pixel smartphone priced at $699. The $349 phone seems to be Pixel 4a whereas the $699 priced device could be the Pixel 5. This pricing is $100 cheaper the pricing of predecessor Pixel 4 and Pixel 3 phones that came with flagship processors. The reduced pricing for Pixel 5 is another hint that it will not feature the Snapdragon 865 flagship chipset.

UP NEXT: Google Pixel 5 series to reportedly ditch Motion Sense

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Google Pixel 4 and Pixel 4XL flagship smartphones from the tech giant were launched with a Soli radar chip to offer hands-free usage capabilities. However, the feature hasn’t gained much traction and the phone’s sales are quite low.

So, as per the reports, because of the failure of this Motion Sense feature, the company will be ditching this feature altogether in the next iteration, i.e. Google Pixel 5 series which should get launched this fall.

Motion Sense feature which makes use of the Project Soli radar chip, enables users to make use of gesture-based control system for hands-free experience. While many smartphone brands have offered gesture-based navigation features, Google‘s is the first one to be dependent on a Soli radar chip hardware.

One of the reasons for the low sales of Google Pixel 4 series, apart from the older design and not-so-important premium features, could be the lack of availability in some regions. Because of the presence of soli radar chip which uses certain frequency range, the company needs to obtain permission for frequency usage from the company where it plans to sell the devices. Thus, the smartphone series never made it to countries like India, Japan, China, among others.

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It makes total sense for the company to ditch this Motion Sense feature which is restricting itself from selling the smartphones to two of the world’s leading markets. Also, why should Google include a premium feature that no one really wants to use?

As for the upcoming Google Pixel 5 series, the company is expected to ditch the flagship Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 SoC and could instead adopt the Snapdragon 765G chipset which is aimed at premium mid-range devices. The reason behind this could be to keep the phone’s pricing on the lower side as the SD865 is quite expensive compared to its predecessors in the same lineup.

Getting rid of the Motion Sensor will also enable Google to offer a full-screen smartphone experience. The Pixel 5 series is expected to come with a triple-camera setup on the back and this time, the company is said to include a wide-angle sensor as well. We expect more rumours, leaks, and details regarding Pixel 5 lineup to surface in the coming weeks.

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Google is working overtime to expedite the process of moving base from China to Vietnam. Last year, Google moved the Pixel 4 production line partially, resulting in massive leaks before the official unveiling. This year the company plans to manufacture  the forthcoming Google Pixel 5 in Vietnam entirely. What started off as a precautionary step against the Sino-American trade war, just got a major priority boost due to the sudden Coronavirus outbreak.

According to Nikkei Asian Review, two well-placed sources within the industry have individually confirmed that Apple will manufacture the upcoming Google Pixel 4a and the Pixel 5 entirely out of Vietnam. This does not come as a surprise since Apple invested in one of its partner’s manufacturing units last year, prepping it for Pixel production. Although, the process was initiated due to the US putting a ban on direct trade relations with China. The gamble seems to have paid off this year due to the COVID-19 Coronavirus outbreak halting public life in China.

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Although the coronavirus outbreak might still affect Pixel production as China faces a logistical barrier. Rumors suggest Google is contemplating the idea of moving base for some of its critical components that are still being manufactured in China. Google is not entirely dependent on China in terms of smartphone production, which is a luxury Apple cannot afford. Reports suggest that while Google sold around 7 million units last year, Apple sells over 200 million units manufactured at its Chinese plants. Hence, relocating to a different country is not as much of a headache as you would imagine.

Google’s projected timeframe for Pixel production at its Vietnamese facility is by April for the 4a and the second half of 2020 for the Pixel 5. The timeframe makes sense as Google’s usual calendar pins the Pixel 4a’s launch at mid-May. The delay in parts shipment from China might still hamper Google’s plans. According to an IDC spokesperson, “Even if production is moved outside China, critical component suppliers are still based in the country. Shipping out parts inevitably takes time, as the supply chain ecosystem takes time to rebuild”.

UP NEXT: First Google Pixel 5 XL render is here & It has an ugly camera bump!

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Like every year, the Google Pixel series is expected to get an update in October. We should be meeting two Pixel models, Pixel 5 and the 5 XL this year. And the first render of the Google Pixel 5 XL is already here, a solid eight months before the actual launch! Google has never successfully kept the Pixel model under wraps before its arrival. But getting a prototype render eight months in advance is a new record, even for the Pixel series.

The render comes from the YouTuber Jon Prosser of FrontPageTech. He obtained CAD files for the upcoming Pixel 5 XL a few days back which were used to create these new renders.

Jon says that the Pixel 5 XL has three prototype models in development. The design you see above is just one of these prototypes. The other two prototypes have a similar square-shaped camera housing as the existing Pixel 4 lineup.

The above Pixel 5 XL design is said to feature the same “soft matte glass back with a glossy camera module”. The three cameras on board (yes, the 2020 Pixel is finally getting three sensors this year) come in a camera housing that looks like an elongated semi-circle. Honestly, it’s one of the worst designs that we’ve seen lately. Jon says that the design started to grow on him slightly, but personally, I don’t see that happening to me.

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However, there’s some good news. Irrespective of what design the Pixel 5 XL comes in, it looks like Google will finally add a wide-angle camera on the new model. The lack of an ultra-wide-angle sensor was a big let down last year, so it’s good to see it on the upcoming 2020 pixel.

Jon didn’t share a render of the Pixel 5 XL’s front but he says that it’s very similar to the Pixel 4 series, with a smaller forehead. Does that mean Google is getting rid of the Soli sensor? Unfortunately, we don’t know that.

So, this was our first look at the Pixel 5 XL. You can check out his video from down below.

Do let us know your thoughts on this camera design?

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