Saturday, April 27, 2024
ADVT 
Tech

Google set to launch Pixel 2, more devices

Darpan News Desk IANS, 02 Oct, 2017 01:04 PM
    With the wait for new Apple iPhones and Samsung Galaxy Note 8 now over, Google is ready to unveil Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL smartphones, a smart speaker and a 'PixelBook' laptop in the US on October 4.
     
    According to a series of leaks from technology websites Droid Life and Android Authority, Google is also likely to launch a new Daydream VR headset.
     
    Just like last year, Google is expected to launch two Pixels -- Pixel 2 and a larger Pixel 2 XL -- that would directly succeed Google's existing line-up.
     
    While Pixel 2 XL is rumoured to have a new bezel-less display design, the Pixel 2 might have a similar design to the original.
     
    Pixel is designed by HTC (Google recently bought HTC's smartphone business) while Pixel XL is made by LG. The new phones would have IP67 water resistance.
     
    According to Android Authority, both phones might come with "squeeze" interaction like HTC "U11", along with Optical Image Stabilisation for the cameras. The smartphones would have single camera and support 'Portrait Mode'. 
     
    Google may also remove the headphone jack in favour of only using USB-C for a possible addition of stereo speakers.
     
    Just like Amazon which has expanded its smart speaker Echo line, Google is also planning to release a smaller Home model. 
     
    9to5Google reported of a larger Google Home "Max" speaker, which might have more "premium" design and stereo sound.
     
    Google may also launch a high-end Chromebook called Google Pixelbook.
     
    Like the Chromebook Pixel, the Pixelbook is expected to sell at the ultra-premium end of the Chromebook market, starting at $1,199, with a separate stylus accessory similar to the Apple Pencil that will cost an extra $99, The Verge reported.
     
    A new Daydream VR headset might also be on its way. The headset may come in three colours -- charcoal, fog, and coral -- for $99.

    MORE Tech ARTICLES

    Amazon Says Prime Day Topped Last Year's Order Records

    NEW YORK — Amazon says Prime Day was its biggest day ever with orders up 60 per cent globally from a year ago. It says sales of Amazon's own electronic devices were particularly strong.

    Amazon Says Prime Day Topped Last Year's Order Records

    Pokemon Go! All The Bizarre Places People Are Looking For – And Finding – Pokemons

    Pokemon Go! All The Bizarre Places People Are Looking For – And Finding – Pokemons
      Here's a look at some of the bigger Pokequestions that have emerged since the game went live last Wednesday:

    Pokemon Go! All The Bizarre Places People Are Looking For – And Finding – Pokemons

    Apple's Mac No Longer Bucking PC Industry's Sales Slide

    Apple's Mac No Longer Bucking PC Industry's Sales Slide
    SAN FRANCISCO — After defying industry trends in recent years, Apple is feeling the slowdown in global purchases of laptop and desktop computers.

    Apple's Mac No Longer Bucking PC Industry's Sales Slide

    Canadian Gamers Embrace Pokemon Go - Once Figuring Out How To Get The Mobile Hit

    Canadian Gamers Embrace Pokemon Go - Once Figuring Out How To Get The Mobile Hit
    TORONTO — Canadians unwilling to wait for access to the mobile gaming sensation Pokemon Go seem to be having no trouble figuring out ways to join the fun now.

    Canadian Gamers Embrace Pokemon Go - Once Figuring Out How To Get The Mobile Hit

    Samsung Phone Not Actually Water Resistant

    Samsung Phone Not Actually Water Resistant
    NEW YORK — Consumer Reports says a Samsung phone that's advertised as being "water resistant" actually isn't.

    Samsung Phone Not Actually Water Resistant

    Snapchat Introduces New Way To Save Old Snaps

    Snapchat's commitment to the ephemeral message was ... ephemeral. The popular visual messaging service is giving users a new way to save old "snaps" they shared with friends.

    Snapchat Introduces New Way To Save Old Snaps