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Pixel four and four XL rumors: Value, specs, leaks, options and every little thing else – CNET
Throughout its annual builders convention, Google unveiled the Pixel 3A and Pixel 3A XL on Could 7. The brand new telephones are extra reasonably priced variations of its present flagship handsets, the Pixel three and three XL. However the true successors of the telephones, anticipated to be known as the Pixel four and Pixel four XL, are nonetheless months away. These telephones will proceed to function Google’s final tackle its cell working system Android, which is the hottest OS on this planet, and can possible characteristic the finalized model of Android Q out of the field.
The success of the Pixel four can be essential for Google. The Pixel three and three XL aren’t promoting very nicely regardless of their distinctive cameras and significant acclaim. This might be as a result of the telephones are unique to Verizon (although they work on different US carriers), plus the truth that folks in normal aren’t shopping for telephones as a lot as they used to. There’s additionally been reported points with the Pixel three’s efficiency, although we at CNET have not skilled them personally. For Google, the corporate would want to deal with these points with the Pixel four if it needs to extend gross sales and edge out its Apple and Samsung rivals.
At the moment, learn on to see what has been speculated to date and examine again as we replace this piece with fascinating rumors as they come up.
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Rumor: Pixel four XL may have 2 again cameras, hole-punch display
Whereas earlier Pixel XLs launched with only a single digicam on the again, leaked photographs posted on SlashLeaks point out that the Pixel four XL could have two rear cameras. Google has usually relied on its digicam software program to do issues (like taking portrait photographs) that different telephones require a number of cameras to perform.
The identical leaked photographs additionally present that the yet-to-be introduced telephone could have a hole-punch show answer for its two selfie cameras, just like the Galaxy S10 Plus.
This drawing from SlashLeaks purportedly exhibits the Pixel four XL with twin rear rear cameras.
SlashLeaks
Rumor: Pixel four might need improved dual-SIM capabilities
The Pixel four could have a characteristic that will permit a person to modify between two functioning telephone traces. That is an replace from the earlier Pixel 2 and Pixel three (and their bigger counterparts the Pixel 2 XL and three XL). These telephones have a regular SIM card slot and an eSIM. When you may have two numbers provisioned for the system, you would solely discuss, textual content or use knowledge on one line, whereas the opposite remained inactive. In different phrases, just one SIM might be activated at a time.
However the Pixel four would be capable of have two lively SIMs. If both is getting used to make a name or textual content, nevertheless, the opposite line will not be capable of take calls or textual content in the meanwhile. That is just like how the brand new iPhones and different Android telephones function.
Rumor: Pixel four will possible run Android Q
Like with previous Pixel telephones, the Pixel four line might be one of many first — if not the primary — telephones to run Android’s newest OS. As a result of Google OS names are alphabetical, the upcoming replace is quickly referred to as Android Q earlier than its official identify launches. Though it isn’t out but, Android Q will reportedly have a system-wide darkish mode, new permissions options, improved facial recognition and enhanced safety.
Supposedly leaked photos of Android Q.
Screenshots by Mishaal Rahman/XDA Builders
Rumor: We’ll in all probability see it in October
This is not primarily based on any particular rumor, however for the reason that first Pixel launch in 2016 Google has launched its flagship in October. After its developer convention in Could, this October occasion is often held to focus on Google’s hardware developments. Along with the PIxel four we could hear about Google’s sensible house endeavors.
