It is widely anticipated that with the launch of Pixel smartphones, Google has effectively killed its popular Nexus line-up. As a result we all have very high expectations from the upcoming Pixel and Pixel XL phones which will be launched in India tomorrow with the base model priced at Rs. 57,000.
Here’s to something new. Meet #Pixel. A phone #madebygoogle. Get all the details on our blog –> https://t.co/Rzrw4g1s1X pic.twitter.com/u0X3OtQSLf
— Google India (@GoogleIndia) October 4, 2016
The phone is already available for pre-order on Flipkart and you can book yourself a Google Pixel phone even right now. Post its official launch, you would also be able to buy Google Pixel from offline stores including Reliance Digital, Vijay Sales, Croma and Jumbo, etc.
Google has partnered with HTC (the maker of Pixel) for providing after-sales support.
As of now Flipkart is offering exchange offers, cashback offers, and no cost EMI offers, but what makes the Google Pixel worth it? Let’s find out.
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Google Pixel Specifications & Features
Google Pixel phones have so far received great reviews from tech bloggers across the world with some even considering to replace their iPhone with it. So it would be safe to assume that Pixel phones won’t disappoint you in any way, provided you can afford it.
Some of the main highlights of Pixel phones are- 12 MP feature-rich rear camera, Android Nougat, Google Assistant, unlimited photo and video storage on Google Photos, and a USB Type C port that can provide up to 7 hours of backup on a 15 minute recharge.
The Google Pixel phones are announced in 3 colour variants- Quite Black, Very Silver, and Really Blue. However as of now only the Quite Black and Very Silver colour options are available on Flipkart.
Google Pixel and Pixel XL are dust and slash resistant phones that house a fingerprint scanner at the back. Both the phone runs on the latest Android 7.1 as well as the Snapdragon 821 chipset.
The phones also pack 4 GB LPDDR4 RAM, and come in only memory variants 32 GB and 128 GB each having no support for expandable memory via microSD card.
Google Pixel Specifications
- Chipset: Snapdragon 821
- CPU: 2.15 GHz dual-core + 1.6 GHz dual-core
- GPU: Adreno 530
- RAM: 4 GB
- OS: Android Nougat 7.1
- Display: 5.0 inch, AMOLED FHD Display, 2.5D Gorilla Glass 4
- Camera: Primary- 12.3 MP laser AF+PDAF with dual-LED Flash; Secondary- 8 MP FF
- Memory: Internal- 32/128 GB; External- None.
- Battery: 2770 mAh (non-removable)
- Connectivity: GPS with A-GPS, 4G VoLTE Single SIM, fingerprint scanner, USB Type C, 3.5 mm audio jack, NFC, Bluetooth 4.2, EDGE, HSPA, WiFi with hotspot.
The Pixel features a 5.0 inch AMOLED full-HD display protected by Gorilla Glass 4 and is powered by a 2770 mAh battery.
Google Pixel XL Specifications
- Chipset: Snapdragon 821
- CPU: 2.15 GHz dual-core + 1.6 GHz dual-core
- GPU: Adreno 530
- RAM: 4 GB
- OS: Android Nougat 7.1
- Display: 5.5 inch, AMOLED QHD Display, 2.5D Gorilla Glass 4
- Camera: Primary- 12.3 MP laser AF+PDAF with dual-LED Flash; Secondary- 8 MP FF
- Memory: Internal- 32/128 GB; External- None.
- Battery: 3450 mAh (non-removable)
- Connectivity: GPS with A-GPS, 4G VoLTE Single SIM, NFC, fingerprint scanner, USB Type C, 3.5 mm audio jack, Bluetooth 4.2, EDGE, HSPA, WiFi with hotspot.
Apart from the physical dimensions and the weight, the only difference between the Pixel and the Pixel XL is that the XL variant packs a larger and sharper display (5.5 inch AMOLED QHD) and is powered by a 3450 mAh battery, a truly ‘Xtra Large’ sibling of the Pixel family in every way.
Why Should You Buy Google Pixel Phones?
So if all of this sounds okay-ish to you then note that both these Pixel phones will get the latest Android updates for the next 2 years while being updated for the next 3 years with the latest security patches.
Also if you are out in the market looking to buy a new premium Android smartphone then Pixel is the best option available right now because Samsung Galaxy Note 7 has been discontinued, Galaxy S7 series is a bit too old, you don’t like HTC, or LG, or Sony, and don’t want to buy any Chinese phone. So, you know you should buy Google Pixel.
Well, jokes apart, Google Pixel is not only one of the best phones that Google has made, but is also one of the greatest Android phone that the world has ever seen.
Gift yourself a Google Pixel this Diwali and enjoy the world of Android like never before. If you are heavy user then we would advise you to go with Pixel XL not because it has a larger display but because it has a better battery backup.
