When it comes to the best Android phones, no Google Pixels have made our list for quite some time. Still, the past few weeks have provided a whirlwind of Google Pixel 6 leaks and news that gives us hope that Google can top its disappointing Pixel 5 launch. We recently saw leaked renderings of what the Pixel 6 might look like, purported specs for the 6 and 6 Pro, and announcements of Android 12 tools that will be timed exclusives on Pixel phones. The latter could give the Pixel 6 an edge over other future Android phones like the Galaxy S22. If you've missed some or all of the recent leaks, we'll keep you in the loop with a rundown of the Pixel 6 specs and rumors that intrigue us most - or disappoint us the most - over the past. month.
1. A radical review of the Pixel
The front and back of the Google Pixel 6 Pro (Image credit: OnLeaks/Digit.in) Over the past two weeks, two tech tipsters, Jon Prosser and OnLeaks, have gotten their hands on photos of the Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro (or at least a prototype version) independently. The renders they leaked looked similar enough to suggest that the Pixel 6 really is getting a drastic and stylish redesign. The first leak revealed how the Pixel 6 could sport slim bezels, a glass back, a protruding rear camera block with two rear cameras – three for the 6 Pro – a bright orange stripe at the top, and an integrated fingerprint sensor. on the screen. Then came the second leak, focusing on the Pixel 6 Pro's design and specs. The Pro will apparently have a 6.67-inch curved AMOLED display, measures 163.9 x 75.8 x 8.9mm (6.45 x 3 x 0.35 inches), three cameras: wide angle, periscope telephoto and an unspecified third lens: two stereo speakers and wireless charging. Specs aside, Google's Pixel redesign was a positive sign for us. Aside from the return of a Pixel ``XL'', the Pixel 6 actually has a personality that stands out, whereas the Pixel 5's design was more functional than attractive.
2. A (disappointing) processor made by Samsung
The Snapdragon 888 (Image credit: Qualcomm) We learned in March that Google was co-developing a system-on-a-chip (SoC) with Samsung to power its 2021 Pixel phones. Just as chips Apple developed are helping its iPhones To outperform the more powerful Snapdragon hardware, we expected Google's SoCs to match or surpass Qualcomm's when running Android 12. Unfortunately, leaked results from the Pixel 6's Performance Validation Test (PVT) units suggest that the Pixel 870's Whitechapel chips Google runs as fast as the Snapdragon 100. For context, mid-range phones like the Moto G3 and Xiaomi Poco F870 have the 2021, while 21 flagships like the Galaxy S9 and OnePlus 888 have Snapdragon 78s. Google will apparently use the same Mali-G21 GPU as the one in the international Galaxy S2100 with the Exynos 6 SoC chipset. While many sites assume this means the Pixel 21 will be as fast as the S2100, AnandTech has done an extensive test comparing the 888 and the Snapdragon 6 and found that the Snapdragon outperformed the Exynos on most metrics. Yes, Google traditionally sells its Pixels at an average price, and the lowest @heyitsyogesh claims the Pixel XNUMX matches
otros chips móviles superiores '' para el raw AI performance. Still, we don't know right now if Google's flagship will really match other 2021 phones when it comes to speed and graphics.
3. Enhanced pixel display and cameras
The Google Pixel 5 (above) didn't wow us with its cameras. (Image credit: Future) While the Whitechapel reveals disappointed us, other Pixel 6 specs were released at the same time to soften the blow. For starters, the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro will have 120Hz displays, improving on the Pixel 90's 5Hz refresh rate. For better graphics, you'll want the Pro with its curved 6.67-inch QHD display, while the Base 6 has a 6.4 inch flat panel display that will likely remain in FHD. We've also heard that the Pixel 6 and Pro will have a larger, improved camera sensor than the Pixel 5. In our review, the 5 generally did well for photography, but struggled with Night Sight shots and zoomed photos. so we expect the new sensor to improve in these areas. Both phones will also support mmWave 5G and sub-6 GHz, making them reliable for fans of 5G phones. And the Pro apparently has a 5,000mAh battery, while the Pixel 6's battery will be slightly smaller.
4. Machine-translated apps: a Pixel exclusive
No app needed with stock Android 12 (Image credit: Shutterstock) During Google IO 2021, Google announced Android 12's ``Material You'' redesign, which changes the Android UI across all apps. to incorporate the colors you choose, it will only be available on Pixel phones. While we know for some, other supposed Android 12 features will also start out as Android exclusives. One such feature is automatic app translation, which would use Google Translate to change any text from all apps to its default language. XDA Developers first spotted the code in an Android 12 beta leaked in April, then confirmed on May 26 that Google was actively exploring the feature. Google may allow other Android skins to access the feature in the future, but it looks like Google may be using proprietary timer software to make its pixels more appealing to consumers.
5. Does ultra-broadband reach the Pixel?
New iPhones use UWB to locate Apple AirTags (Image credit: Apple) Earlier in May, several tech sites heard rumors that Google was considering adding ultra-wideband (UWB) to the Pixel 6. This is a communication protocol short range that makes it easy to connect your phone with other nearby devices. Apple uses it on the iPhone 12 to accurately identify Apple's new AirTag trackers, while the Galaxy S21 similarly uses UWB to find Samsung Galaxy SmartTags. If Google really intends to add UWB to the Pixel 6, it logically follows that Google may be considering making its own trackers, which could sync up with Google Home one way or another. However, we do know for a fact that Google plans to use UWB to unlock your car once Android 12 is released.