Google Pixel
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Manufacturer | Google, various |
Type | Smartphones, tablets, laptops |
Release date | October 4, 2016 |
Operating system | Chrome OS and Android |
Online services | Google Play (2015–present) |
Website | store.google.com/ |
Google Pixel is a line of consumer electronic devices from Google that run either the Chrome OS or Android operating system. The Pixel line of devices includes the Pixel C tablet, laptops, and the Pixel smartphones and can be bought through the Google Store or at retail stores.
Smartphones
Pixel (1st generation)
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Google announced the first generation Pixel smartphones, the Pixel and the Pixel XL, on October 4, 2016 during the #MadeByGoogle event.[1] It originally ran Android 7.1 Nougat. Google emphasized the camera on the two phones, which ranked as the best smartphone camera on DxOMarkMobile with 89 points until HTC released the U11, which scored 90 points.[2] This is largely due to software optimizations such as HDR+. The Pixel phones also include unlimited cloud storage for pictures on Google Photos[3] and an unlockable bootloader.[4]
- Display: 5.0" AMOLED display with 1080×1920 pixel resolution (Pixel); 5.5" AMOLED display with 1440×2560 pixel resolution (Pixel XL)
- Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 821
- Storage: 32 GB or 128 GB
- RAM: 4 GB LPDDR4
- Cameras: 12.3 MP rear camera with f/2.0 lens and IR laser-assisted autofocus;[5] 1,55 μm Pixel size.[6] 8 MP front camera with f/2.4 lens
- Battery: 2,770 mAH (Pixel); 3,450 mAH (Pixel XL); both are non-removable and have fast charging
- Colors: Very Silver, Quite Black or Really Blue (Limited Edition)
Pixel 2
Google announced the Pixel 2 series, consisting of the Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL, on October 4, 2017.
- Display: 5.0" AMOLED display with 1080×1920 pixel resolution (Pixel 2); 6" P-OLED display with 1440×2880 pixel resolution (Pixel 2 XL); Both displays have Corning Gorilla Glass 5
- Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
- Storage: 64 GB or 128 GB
- RAM: 4 GB LPDDR4X
- Cameras: 12.2 MP rear camera with f/1.8 lens, IR laser-assisted autofocus, optical and electronic image stabilization; 8 MP front camera with f/2.4 lens
- Battery: 2,700 mAH (Pixel 2); 3,520 mAH (Pixel 2 XL); both are non-removable and have fast charging
- Materials: Aluminum unibody design with hybrid coating; IP67 water and dust resistance
- Colors: Just Black, Clearly White or Kinda Blue (Pixel 2); Just Black or Black & White (Pixel 2 XL)
Tablets
Pixel C
The Pixel C was announced by Google at an event on September 29, 2015[7], alongside the Nexus 5X and Nexus 6P phones (among other products). The Pixel C includes a USB-C port and a 3.5 mm headphone jack.[8] The device ships with Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow. Google released the Android 7.0 Nougat update for the Pixel C, as well as some other devices, on August 22, 2016.[9]
- Display: 10.2" display with 2560×1800 pixel resolution
- Processor: NVIDIA Tegra X1
- Storage: 32 or 64 GB
- RAM: 3 GB
- Cameras: 8 MP rear camera; 2 MP front camera
- Battery: 9000 mAH (non-removable)
Laptops
Chromebook Pixel (2013)
Google announced the first generation Chromebook Pixel in a blog post on February 21, 2013.[10] The laptop includes an SD/multi-card reader, Mini-DisplayPort, combination headphone/microphone jack, and two USB 2.0 ports. Some of the device's other features include a backlit keyboard, a "fully clickable etched glass trackpad," integrated stereo speakers, and two built-in microphones.[11]
- Display: 12.85" display with 2560×1700 pixel resolution
- Processor: 3rd Generation (Ivy Bridge) Intel Core i5 processor
- Storage: 32 GB internal storage and 1 TB Google Drive storage for 3 years
- RAM: 4 GB
- Battery: 59 Wh
Chromebook Pixel (2015)
On March 11, 2015, Google announced the second generation of the Chromebook Pixel in a blog post.[12] The laptop includes two USB-C ports, two USB 3.0 ports, an SD card slot, and a combination headphone/microphone jack. The device also has a backlit keyboard, a "multi-touch, clickable glass trackpad," built-in stereo speakers, and two built-in microphones, among other features.[13]
Google discontinued the 2015 version of the Chromebook Pixel on August 29, 2016.[14]
- Display: 12.85" display with 2560×1700 pixel resolution
- Processor: 5th Generation (Broadwell) Intel Core i5 or i7 processor
- Storage: 32 or 64 GB internal storage and 1 TB Google Drive storage for 3 years
- RAM: 8 or 16 GB
- Battery: 72 Wh
Pixelbook (2017)
On October 4, 2017, Google launched the third generation of the Chromebook Pixel, named the Google Pixelbook, at its Made by Google 2017 event.[15]
- Display: 12.3" display with 2400×1600 pixel resolution (235 ppi)
- Processor: 7th Generation (Kaby Lake) Intel Core i5 or i7 processor
- Storage: 128, 256 or 512 GB internal storage
- RAM: 8 or 16 GB
Accessories
Pixel Buds
At Google's October 2017 hardware event, a set of wireless earbuds were unveiled alongside the Pixel 2 smartphones.[16] The earbuds are designed for phones running Android Marshmallow or higher, and work with Google Assistant.[17] In addition to audio playback and answering calls, the earbuds support translation in 40 languages through Google Translate.[18]
Pixelbook Pen
Alongside the launch of the Pixelbook in October 2017, Google announced the Pixelbook Pen, a stylus to be used with the Pixelbook. It has pressure sensitivity as well as support for Google Assistant. The Pen is powered by a replaceable AAAA battery, and is priced at US$99.[19]
See also
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References
- ^ "Pixel 'phone by Google' announced". The Verge. Vox Media. Retrieved October 4, 2016.
- ^ "DxOMark Mobile". www.dxomark.com. Retrieved February 21, 2017.
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(help) - ^ "Google is giving free, unlimited original-quality photo and video backups with the Pixel phones". The Verge. October 4, 2016. Retrieved March 21, 2017.
- ^ "It's Official: Pixel Phones from the Google Store Will Be Rootable with Unlockable Bootloaders". WonderHowTo. Retrieved October 6, 2017.
- ^ Zimmerman, Steven (October 12, 2016). "Sony IMX378: Comprehensive Breakdown of the Google Pixel's Sensor and its Features". XDA Developers. Retrieved October 17, 2016.
- ^ "Google Pixel product page". Made by Google (in de_DE). Retrieved February 21, 2017.
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- ^ Whitwam, Ryan. "Android 7.0 Nougat is rolling out to Nexus devices starting today". Android Police. Illogical Robot LLC.
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- ^ "Meet the updated Chromebook Pixel and the new Google Store". Retrieved September 2, 2016.
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- ^ Novet, Jordan. "Google discontinues the Chromebook Pixel 2". Retrieved September 2, 2016.
- ^ "Google's Pixelbook is a 2-in-1 premium Chromebook". Engadget. Retrieved October 4, 2017.
- ^ Li, Abner (October 4, 2017). "Google Pixel Buds: Assistant-enabled Bluetooth neckbuds from Google". 9to5Google. Retrieved October 4, 2017.
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(help) - ^ "Google's Pixelbook Pen searches for what you circle". Engadget. Retrieved October 14, 2017.