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Release Date: Sep 2016
Introducing the Google Pixel, the first phone to be fully designed by Google. The Google Pixel runs the latest Android OS (7.1) and has been fully integrated with Google Apps. The Google assistant is ready to go simply say ‘OK Google’ and the Google assistant will get you directions, manage day to day tasks, conduct searches, find the nearest petrol station, reply to messages along with much more.
In addition to the 32/128 GB internal storage, you have access to unlimited free cloud storage for photos and videos. This will enable to you to free up the storage on your handset for apps and games. Google Duo is a simple yet effective video calling app which works on iOS and Android so you can reach even more of your friends. Google Allo allows you to chat to your friends, Google Assistant takes this to the next level by suggest your most-used responses and can share web results as you chat.
The Google Pixel is equipped with a 12.3 megapixel camera which allows you to take high quality images and 4k videos, in fact it was scored 89 from an independent camera ratings agency, the highest they have awarded to a smart phone camera. There is a 8 megapixel front facing camera which is good for taking selfies and video calls.
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Some of the more note-able camera features include Smartburst this allows you to take multiple shots and then choose the ones to keep. Touch focus, face detection and dual-LED flash. The Pixel’s 5.5 inch Quad HD screen AMOLED screen is capable of showing up to 16.77 millions colours. It is made of Corning Gorilla a robust glass that is strong enough to hold drops from height.
The Google Pixel has a large 2777 mAh battery which should last most users all day. There is a fast charge mode that in 15 minutes will provide enough charge to last up to 7 hours. There is a fingerprint scanner for extra security, this only allows the phone to be unlocked to your fingerprint (there is a pin code fail safe). Available in either black or grey, which is constructed from aluminium, which is similar to what is used to build the premium HTC handsets.