Google Just Can't Keep a Secret; Pixel 3 and Pixel Slate Devices Spotted Online
When Google launches three highly-awaited devices 每 the new Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL, and the Pixel Slate, the new Chrome OS tablet 每 tomorrow, the one that may be missing is the element of surprise.
When Google launches three highly-awaited devices 每 the new Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL, and the Pixel Slate, the new Chrome OS tablet 每 tomorrow, the one that may be missing is the element of surprise. The tech giant is notoriously bad at keeping secrets, and details and images of the products are already available on several websites.
The Pixel 3 smartphone seems to be the most leaked, in fact, more so than any other device this year. According to Engadget, the Pixel 3 XL is already on sale in at least one local store in Hong Kong. And it appears to be the real deal, complete with official retail packaging. It＊s unclear whether the retailer got his hands on a single unit, or a larger stock fell off the supply chain unnoticed. However, this isn＊t the only device out in the wild this early. MySmartPrice has also posted what appears to be images of the new Pixel Slate, Google＊s first tablet running Chrome OS.
What＊s on offer:
In a detailed hands-on video, the site explores the device＊s specifications. It features a 6.3-inch 1440 x 2960 display with a single 12.2MP camera on the rear. It runs on a Snapdragon 845 processor, and packs 128GB storage with 4GB RAM.There＊s allegedly a higher-level variant with 6GB RAM. The Pixel 3 XL runs Android 9.0 Pie out of the box, as expected, and even features a new Active Edge gesture, which lets you squeeze the phone to perform an action.
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Design
In terms of looks, the Pixel 3 XL seems to have a ridiculously deep notch on top, and a fingerprint scanner on the rear.
The interface on the Slate meanwhile is unlike anything we＊ve seen from Google, and perhaps might even be exclusive to the device. Another image shows a detachable keyboard folio, that lets you turn the tablet into a mini laptop. The keyboard also seems to be a Google device, and not a third-party unit.
In terms of looks, the Pixel Slate will have dual front-facing speakers and a USB Type-C port on one side. There seems to be a built-in fingerprint reader on the tablet, and a custom stylus similar to the Apple Pencil.
MySmartPrice
It＊s still unclear what processor, and memory the Pixel Slate packs, its price, or when it＊s expected to ship. It seems Google may still have a few surprises up its sleeve at tomorrow night＊s launch.