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Google Pixel Specification
Android version Android 8.0 Oreo
Screen size 5-inch FHD AMOLED
Resolution 1920×1080 pixels
PPI 441 ppi
Primary camera
12.3MP, 1.55μm pixels, phase detection autofocus + laser detection autofocus, f/2.0 Aperture
 

 
Front camera
8MP, 1.4µm pixels, f/2.4 Aperture, fixed focus

 
Processor
Qualcomm® Snapdragon 821 ,2.15Ghz + 1.6Ghz, 64Bit Quad-Core

 
Storage 32GB or 128GB
Expandable storage up to N/A
RAM 4GB LPDDR4
Battery 2,770mAh (nonremovable)
Ports USB Type-C, headphone jack
Weight 143 g
Dimensions 143.8 x 69.5 x 7.3 ~ 8.5 mm
Other features Rear-facing fingerprint sensor
Color options Very Silver, Quite Black, Really Blue
Carrier availability Unlocked (all carriers), Project Fi, Verizon
Base price off-contract ~$650
In-box accessories USB Type-C™ 18W adaptor with USB-PD, A-C cable (USB 3.1 Gen 2), C-C cable (USB 2.0), SIM tool, Quick Switch Adapter

Google is vigorously marketing the Pixel in central London, New York, and around the world [Gallery]

Avatar for Edoardo Maggio Oct 7 2016 - 2:03 pm PT
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Google may have upended its hardware strategy with the announcement of the two Pixel smartphones (alongside a slew of other products), but the shift from Nexus to Pixel may signify more than just the hardware design takeover; in particular, it seems like advertising is a big part of the Mountain View firm’s strategy…


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Comment: Google, please stop advertising the Pixel as ‘only on Verizon’ because it’s incredibly misleading

Avatar for Ben Schoon Oct 6 2016 - 5:32 pm PT
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Only two days have passed since Google officially announced the new Pixel smartphone, but it isn’t holding back at all in advertising these new devices. Already we’ve seen numerous online ads, some on our site, and even full page (and super expensive) USA Today ads, not to mention all the TV spots. However, there’s something wrong…


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Google confirms that Verizon will handle system updates for Pixels it sells, but Google will still manage security updates

Avatar for Ben Schoon Oct 6 2016 - 12:53 pm PT
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One of the biggest questions surrounding Google’s Pixel that we’ve noticed people asking about is how its Verizon exclusivity will affect it. Being the only carrier Google has partnered with, we would hope that the company had pulled some strings with Verizon to keep tight control over devices sold through the carrier. But this is Verizon we’re talking about…


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9to5Toys Lunch Break: $100 Best Buy GC & Chromecast w/ Pixel pre-order, AT Headphones $29, more

Avatar for Stephen Hall Oct 5 2016 - 1:13 pm PT
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TODAY’S CAN’T MISS DEALS:

Get a free $100 Best Buy Gift Card & Chromecast when you pre-order Google Pixel or Pixel XL | Best Buy

You can now pick up a pair of Audio-Technica ATH-M20x Pro Headphones for just $29 shipped (Reg. $49)

Where to buy the Pixel and Pixel XL: Here’s what we know so far

Apple’s 21-inch 4K iMac has a beautiful display, save $199 today: $1,300 shipped (Reg. $1,499)

Take $569 off Apple’s high-end 15-inch Retina MacBook Pro: $1,930 shipped (Reg. $2,499)

The A-to-Z Programming Language Bundle (Learn C, Java, Python, Google Go, much more): $39 ($413 value) | 9to5MacAcademy

Design your own official Apple Magic Mouse & Keyboard in any color w/ this exclusive discount code

Review: Twelve South’s HiRise 2 Deluxe brings a slimmed-down design to your iPhone, iPad or Android device

MORE NEW GEAR FROM TODAY:

Pick up 5TB of fast Seagate USB 3.0 External Storage for $110 shipped (Reg. $130)

MORE DEALS STILL LIVE:

OtterBox iPhone 7/Plus cases are the standard and up to 31% off at Amazon – Commuter: $35, Defender w/Belt clip/kickstand: $36

The Inkjet days are over, upgrade to Brother’s Duplex Laser Printer w/ AirPrint for $150 shipped (Reg. $200)

Timbuk2’s 48-Hour Flash Sale has up to 40% off our favorite styles: Uptown 15-inch MacBook Backpack $83 (Reg. $119), more


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White Google Pixel gets unboxed, here’s what comes with it

Avatar for Justin Duino Oct 4 2016 - 5:19 pm PT
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Shortly after Google officially took the wraps off of the Pixel and Pixel XL, a Reddit user by the name of brownyR31 posted a quick unboxing photo showing everything that comes included in the Pixel retail packaging. Besides the usual documentation, it looks like Google decided to include some additional accessories that we don’t always see with phones…


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Google: Assistant is ‘unique to the Pixel’ for foreseeable future, Android 7.1 developer preview coming by end of 2016

Avatar for Ben Schoon Oct 4 2016 - 5:03 pm PT
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While unveiling the Pixel and Pixel XL today, Google spent a considerable amount of time talking about Google Assistant. Google believes that AI is going to be “the next big thing,” and the company has made Assistant the focus of all its new hardware. Many users have assumed that Google would be pushing Assistant to older Nexus hardware, but it seems that isn’t the case…


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Opinion: I don’t love the Pixel, but I bought it because of Google’s software package and what it means

Avatar for Ben Schoon Oct 4 2016 - 4:47 pm PT
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Today Google officially introduced the Pixel and Pixel XL, and it’s everything we expected and more. Google nailed a lot with these phones, especially in the software department. However, the company also did a lot of things that I really dislike with these devices. Yet, I have a confirmation email for my very own Pixel XL sitting in my inbox. Why? Let’s dig in a bit…


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Where to buy the Pixel and Pixel XL: Here’s what we know so far

Avatar for Ben Schoon Oct 4 2016 - 4:31 pm PT
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Today Google finally pulled the wraps off of its latest smartphones, the Pixel and Pixel XL. These new devices depart from the era of Nexus, bringing a new design, some new software decisions, and most notably, a new customer base — or at least that’s what Google hopes. To hit as many customers as possible, Google is going to “flex its muscle” in the marketing game, but that also means making these new devices easily available to customers through carriers…


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Google announces Pixel and Pixel XL, its first solely self-branded smartphones

Avatar for Stephen Hall Oct 4 2016 - 9:18 am PT
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Google has today announced the Pixel and Pixel XL, its first purely self-branded smartphones and the company’s attempt to put all of the power of its services in one sleek package. While perhaps not remarkable by themselves, the phones are part of Google’s big push into consumer hardware today which also includes Google Home, Google WiFi, Daydream View, and more…


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Live cases are back for Google’s Pixel and Pixel XL, with exclusive Justin Maller designs available

Avatar for Edoardo Maggio Oct 4 2016 - 8:37 am PT
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We’re literally minutes away from Google’s massive hardware event, and yet leaks — even from official sources — just won’t stop pouring. We showed you images that told us Live Cases were coming back for the Pixel phones, but we now have confirmation that something even juicier is on its way…


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Pixel and Pixel XL leak (again) on Verizon’s site confirming blue color, trademarks surface via Europe IP office [Update: New renders of blue model]

Avatar for Justin Duino Oct 3 2016 - 8:02 pm PT
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We’re less than a day away from Google’s October 4th event, and it has been Pixel leaks galore. Over the weekend we saw Canadian carrier Bell leak renders of the Pixel and Pixel XL in black and white followed by Carphone Warehouse leaking promotional material. Now, a little over 12 hours away from the start of the event, Verizon has the Pixel and Pixel XL listed on its website. The best part? Verizon has also unofficially confirmed the highly-anticipated blue model.


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Here’s the first official looking render of the Google Pixel

Avatar for Edoardo Maggio Sep 26 2016 - 4:09 pm PT
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Update: a follow-up reveal, again by Evan Blass, is making us take a quick look at the larger Pixel XL’s front too. As expected, the device looks absolutely identical, and the only change here comes in the form of a different — but still subdued — wallpaper.

We’ve reported about the colorations allegedly making their debut on Google‘s upcoming pair of in-house made flagship devices, and mentioned how, albeit being just a little over a week away from the official announcement, the faucet’s been opened and leaks just keep pouring. So guess what, we have some more…


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Google’s Pixel won’t be waterproof, sports an IP53 rating just like the HTC 10

Avatar for Stephen Hall Sep 21 2016 - 4:51 pm PT
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Perhaps this won’t come as a surprise considering some of the other disappointing tidbits we’ve heard lately about Google’s forthcoming Pixel flagship. Not only will the phone come at a premium, it appears more with every new leak that it won’t be much of a premium phone no matter the cost.  The latest is word (via Android Police) that the phone won’t be waterproof — it’ll only be rated at IP53…


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A reboot button might be coming with the release of the new Pixel phones

Avatar for Justin Duino Sep 20 2016 - 2:32 pm PT
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Third-party Android device manufacturers have long been shipping their phones and tablets with different power menu options, but Google has always only provided a shutdown option on Nexus device running stock Android. With the upcoming release of the Pixel and Pixel XL, Google may finally give users the ability to restart their phone.


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