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Google Pixel 9 series and Pixel Buds Pro 2: what to expect
Key Points:
- Google Pixel 9 series to be announced on August 13.
- New Tensor G4 chip and camera upgrades.
- Pixel Buds Pro 2 features and colors revealed.
With Google’s launch event scheduled for August 13, leaks about the Pixel 9 series and Pixel Buds Pro 2 are surfacing, providing an early glimpse into what to expect.
Pixel 9 Series Overview: The Pixel 9 lineup will include the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, and Pixel 9 Pro Fold. Promo images from Onleaks and 91Mobiles confirm these models, with the Pixel 9 featuring a 6.3-inch display. The Pro models will have 6.3-inch and 6.9-inch screens, and the Pixel 9 Pro Fold will offer both a 6.3-inch and an 8-inch display.
Specifications and Features: All models in the Pixel 9 series will be powered by the new Tensor G4 chipset. They will have 16GB of RAM, except the Pixel 9, which will have 12GB. The Pixel 9 Pro models will feature a 42-megapixel front-facing camera, while the Pixel 9 will have a 10.5-megapixel front camera, and the Pixel 9 Pro Fold will have a 10-megapixel front camera.
The Pixel 9 Pro’s rear cameras will include a 50MP primary sensor, a 48MP ultrawide lens, and a 48MP telephoto lens, similar to the Pixel 8 Pro. The Pixel 9 will feature a 50MP primary camera and a 48MP ultrawide lens. The Pixel 9 Pro Fold will have a 48MP main camera, a 10.5MP ultrawide, and a 10.8MP telephoto lens.
Design and Colors: The Pixel 9 Pro will have a sleek design with glossy sides, a distinctive camera bar, and flat sides for a modern look. It will be available in four colors: Obsidian, Porcelain, Rose, and Hazel. The 6.3-inch display will be vibrant, and suitable for media consumption and productivity. With the powerful Tensor G4 processor and 16GB of RAM, the Pixel 9 Pro is set to deliver high performance.
Pixel Buds Pro 2: Google is also set to unveil the Pixel Buds Pro 2, which will come in four colors: Charcoal, Porcelain, Aloe, and Hot Pink. The new earbuds will have a slightly bulkier case but maintain the stemless design, unlike the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro. The case will include an LED light on the front, similar to the original model.
Upgrades and Features: The Pixel Buds Pro 2 will feature a more prominent grill on each earbud, likely for Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and Transparency modes. The wing design has been modified for better comfort during long wear periods. While details about audio improvements are still under wraps, the bulkier case suggests enhanced battery life. The current Pixel Buds Pro offer 31 hours with the case and ANC off, or 20 hours with ANC on. The new model is expected to improve on these numbers.
Launch Event: The Pixel 9 series and Pixel Buds Pro 2 will be officially announced at Google’s event in Mountain View on August 13. This event will provide hands-on impressions of Google’s latest devices.
Anticipation for Upgrades: It’s been over two years since the Pixel Buds Pro were launched, making the Pixel Buds Pro 2 a much-needed upgrade. Starting with four colors is a positive step, given that the current Pixel Buds Pro are available in six colors, with new additions each fall.
The Pixel 9 series marks the first time Google is offering a “small” flagship model with all the high-end features usually reserved for larger models. This includes the telephoto sensor and high-resolution display. However, potential buyers should be prepared for a price tag around $899 or $999.
Stay tuned for more details and first impressions as Google unveils these exciting new products.