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Pixel four and four XL rumors: Launch date, leak particulars, design, specs and extra – CNET
Earlier this month throughout its annual builders convention, Google unveiled the Pixel 3A and Pixel 3A XL. The brand new telephones are extra inexpensive variations of its present flagship handsets, the Pixel three and three XL. However the true successors of the telephones, anticipated to be referred to 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 the planet, and can doubtless function the finalized model of Android Q out of the field.
The success of the Pixel four could be essential for Google. The Pixel three and three XL aren’t promoting very effectively regardless of their distinctive cameras and important acclaim. This may very well be as a result of the telephones are unique to Verizon (although they work on different US carriers), plus the truth that individuals 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 (however we at CNET have not skilled them personally) and the corporate simply settled a class-action lawsuit that can pay out homeowners of the first Pixel cellphone $500 every. For Google, the corporate would wish to handle all these points with the Pixel four if it desires to extend gross sales and edge out its Apple and Samsung rivals.
In the intervening time, learn on to see what has been speculated to this point and verify again as we replace this piece with fascinating rumors as they come up.
Initially printed March eight, 2019
Replace, Might 26: Provides data about Pixel class-action lawsuit.
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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 images 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 images) that different telephones require a number of cameras to perform.
The identical leaked images additionally present that the yet-to-be introduced cellphone could have a hole-punch show answer for its two selfie cameras, much 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 function that might permit a person to change between two functioning cellphone 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 typical SIM card slot and an eSIM. Whilst 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 may very well be activated at a time.
However the Pixel four would be capable to have two energetic SIMs. If both is getting used to make a name or textual content, nevertheless, the opposite line will not be capable to take calls or textual content in the intervening time. That is much like how the brand new iPhones and different Android telephones function.
Rumor: Pixel four will doubtless run Android Q
Like with previous Pixel telephones, the Pixel four line will likely 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 briefly 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 most likely 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 Might, this October occasion is normally held to focus on Google’s hardware developments. Along with the PIxel four we could hear about Google’s good dwelling endeavors.
