Google Announces Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL

 By Vaibhav Jain on October 04, 2017       

You are probably watching along to the Google live stream, but the Pixel 2 phones are now official with enhanced features such as a Active Edge, Colorful Power button, and front facing stereo speakers that offer a new level of functionality and convenience.

As for the rest of the story that has been leaked in various forms over the past weeks, this is what we are looking at. So, we have a "new era of Android Smartphones, opening up new ways to experience the world".

With the regular Pixel 2, you get a 5.0-inch FHD+ AMOLED display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor, 4GB RAM, 64GB/128GB storage, 12.2MP 1.4 micropixels at f1.8 (OIS/EIS) for the best low-light, zoom and anti-blur photos with enhanced image processing, 8MP front camera, 2700mAh battery, fast wired and wireless charging, IP67 water and dust resistance, and Android 8.0 Oreo.

The Pixel 2 XL isn’t much different, but it does have the bigger and almost bezel-less 6-inch pOLED Quad HD+ display and a bigger 3520mAh battery. The rest is the same.

The Google Pixel 2 and 2 XL will be available starting on October 19th and November 15th. The Pixel 2 be offered in a rich color palette including Kinda Blue, Just Black, and Clearly White, the Pixel 2 XL will be available in Just Black and Black & White (Panda).

What else new, though? Well, Google also announced the Home Mini (Your Mini Assistant) with new features and look, the Google Max which comes with huge woofers at $399, Rotatable Pixelbook with 12.3" Display with Pixelbook pen, Soft-touch keys, i5 and i7 processor paired with 16GB RAM.

The Pixel 2 starts at $649 (64GB) and ships on October 17. According to the Google Store, the Pixel 2 XL will begin shipping in 5-6 weeks, starting at $849. Pre-orders are up today.

Full Google Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL Specs

Google Pixel 2 Surpasses Galaxy Note 8 and iPhone 8 Plus in DxOMark camera ranking

 By Vaibhav Jain on October 04, 2017       

Google's Pixel is back at the top of the DxOMark camera rankings. The sensor improvements and new features in the Pixel 2 gave it a score of 98.

In the breakdown, DxOMark said that the Google Pixel 2 now has the best performing camera they have ever tested for photography. It also has the joint-highest score for video quality, better than iPhone 8 Plus and Note 8.

The Google Pixel 2 is the top-performing mobile device camera we’ve tested, with a record-setting overall score of 98. Impressively, it manages this despite having “only” a single-camera design for its main camera. Its top scores in most of our traditional photo and video categories put it ahead of our previous (tied) leaders, the Apple iPhone 8 Plus and the Samsung Galaxy Note 8, despite the Pixel 2 coming in lower in the new Zoom and Bokehcategories. The Pixel 2 is also a major step forward from the Pixel (which was our top scorer when it was released a year ago), moving from 90 to 98.

The Google Pixel 2 not only takes the DxOMark Mobile scoring crown with a stunning Overall score of 98, but its video performance improves by 5 points over the original Pixel, putting it at 96 and at the top of our video ranking. The Pixel 2’s photo performance is really impressive at 99, and just one point short of the Samsung Galaxy Note 8, which scored an amazing 100 in our photo category.

Read full DxOMark Pixel 2 Camera Review Here 

Download: Pixel 2 Stock Wallpaper

 By Vaibhav Jain on October 04, 2017       

If you need to get your hands on the Pixel 2 or Pixel 2 XL wallpaper, you can grab them straight from the link below. There's only 1 exclusive wallpaper, more if you include previous 2016 Pixel Smartphone wallpapers.

Downloadable in 1440 × 2880, the wallpaper will look great on your Smartphones. To get it on your phone, you can simply save the image from below, or follow the link to a direct download (End of Article).

Today is the day in which Google reveals the Pixel 2 Smartphones and ahead of the launch, we’ve seen a ton of big leaks. Summing up everything, the HTC-made Pixel 2 with old 16:9 aspect ratio will be available in Kinda Blue, Just Black, and Clearly White. It will be available starting $649 for 64GB of storage while the 128GB variant would cost $749.

The LG-made Pixel 2 XL, on the other hand will feature a 5.99-inch display (18:9) with a 1440p OLED panel provided by LG, Snapdragon 835 processor coupled with 4GB RAM. It will be available with 64GB or 128GB storage. The 64GB model will cost $849, while the 128GB model will jump to $949.

Just a few minutes left for Google Pixel launch event, Watch it right here.

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Google Pixel 2 leaks at last minute before event

 By Vaibhav Jain on October 04, 2017       

Today is the day in which Google reveals the Pixel 2 Smartphones and ahead of the launch, we’ve seen a ton of big leaks. Now according to latest leaks from Roland Quandt, we've the fresh look at Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL front.

The below render shows us the "Kinda Blue" variant of the Pixel 2 with the color peeking around the border of the phone from a front view.” Roland also states that there's not going to be a "Kinda Blue" variant of the Pixel 2 XL, which is quite disappointing. 

The HTC-made Pixel 2 with old 16:9 aspect ratio will be available in Kinda Blue, Just Black, and Clearly White. It will be available starting $649 for 64GB of storage while the 128GB variant would cost $749.

Here's another render revealing the Black Pixel 2 XL with 18:9 FullVision Display. The LG-made Pixel 2 XL will feature a 5.99-inch display (18:9) with a 1440p OLED panel provided by LG, Snapdragon 835 processor coupled with 4GB RAM. It will be available with 64GB or 128GB storage. The 64GB model will cost $849, while the 128GB model will jump to $949.

According to previous reports the Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL will sport different launch dates, with the Pixel 2 being available on October 19th, and the Pixel 2 XL coming on November 15th.

Google is Announcing the Pixel 2 Today, Watch the Event Live Here!

 By Vaibhav Jain on October 04, 2017       

The Google Pixel 2 will be officially announced in San Francisco today during a live streamed event at 9AM Pacific (9:30 PM IST). Google will show off the Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL along with Google Home Mini, Pixelbook and other devices, tell us the new features.

During this Livestream, we are sort of expecting to see the price of the new devices and Launch day offers. You can watch out the live event here-

Here's another look at Google Pixel 2 XL and Google Home Mini

 By Vaibhav Jain on October 03, 2017       

Google is hosting an event on October 4 at 9 a.m. Pacific to show off its new hardware to take us through 2017. We are expecting Google's 2017 flagship phones called Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL, Google Home Mini and Daydream.

Following a series of leaks that we shared with you earlier, here's another image of the $50 Google Home Mini Assistant along with the Pixel 2 XL (Via Walmart listing).

The listing also reveals the codename of Google Home Mini “joplin". There's still a lot that we don't know about Home Mini. However, it do tell us the size which is 4.53 x 4.53 x 4.72 inches. Surprisingly, Walmart’s listing also gives us another look at the Pixel 2 XL, this time with the screen on and the Google Home app open.

The LG-made Pixel 2 XL will feature a 5.99-inch display (18:9) with a 1440p OLED panel provided by LG, Snapdragon 835 processor coupled with 4GB RAM. It will be available with 64GB or 128GB storage.

Via 9to5Google

Google Pixel 2 Leak Reveals Almost Everything

 By Vaibhav Jain on October 03, 2017       

2017 gave us few popular and innovative devices like the Galaxy S8, Galaxy Note 8, iPhone X, OnePlus 5, and the Nokia 8. From big screens to great performance, each phone has a lot to offer. Well, they aren't your only option, We've the Google Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL coming tomorrow (October 4).

Google is hosting an event on October 4 at 9 a.m. Pacific to show off its new hardware to take us through 2017. We are expecting Google's 2017 flagship phones called Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL, Google Home and Daydream.

Following a series of leaks that we shared with you earlier, Thanks to Evan Blass of VentureBeat, we now have the final high-quality photos and information of Google's stunning new Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL.

The LG-made Pixel 2 XL will feature a 5.99-inch display (18:9) with a 1440p OLED panel provided by LG, Snapdragon 835 processor coupled with 4GB RAM. It will be available with 64GB or 128GB storage. The 64GB model will cost $849, while the 128GB model will jump to $949. You'll also get financing option. The 64GB Pixel 2 XL will cost $35.38/mo over 24 months and the 128GB version will jump to $39.54/mo.

The HTC-made Pixel 2 with old 16:9 aspect ratio will be available in Kinda Blue, Just Black, and Clearly White. It will be available starting $649 for 64GB of storage while the 128GB variant would cost $749.

VentureBeat also reports that the Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL will sport different launch dates, with the Pixel 2 being available on October 19th, and the Pixel 2 XL coming on November 15th.

Source: VentureBeat

New render give us our best look yet at Pixel 2 XL

 By Vaibhav Jain on October 02, 2017       

As you all know, Google is hosting an event on October 4 to show off its new hardware to take us through 2017. We are expecting Google's 2017 flagship phones called Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL, Google Home and Daydream.

Following a series of leaks that we shared with you earlier, Thanks to Evan Blass, we now have new high-quality photos of Google's stunning new Pixel 2 XL smartphone.

The LG-made Pixel 2 XL will come in a Black White and Just Black color options. It will be available with 64GB or 128GB storage. The 64GB model will cost $849, while the 128GB model will jump to $949. You'll also get financing option. The 64GB Pixel 2 XL will cost $35.38/mo over 24 months and the 128GB version will jump to $39.54/mo.

Pixel XL will feature a 5.99-inch display (18:9) with a 1440p OLED panel provided by LG, Snapdragon 835 processor coupled with 4GB RAM. There's going to be a 12MP Rear shooter with f1.8 (OIS/EIS) and 8MP Shooter to the front. Read full Pixel 2 XL Specs

Source: Evan Blass

[Update: Fake] Google Ultra Pixel Could Be The Real Deal

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 30, 2017       

[Update: This is just a concept video]

The entire world is looking for next Google flagship smartphones the 2017 Pixel(s) to release at the earliest, but one has to wait until October 4 to get hands on it. And leaks about the phone are keeping you at bay.

Just a little few days ago YouTube Channel "MrWhoseTheBoss" leaked a device named "Ultra Pixel" claiming that it could be Google's upcoming Smartphone with 18:9 Display, Gesture Navigation, and an Integrated Fingerprint Sensor.

Supporting the previous leak, MrWhoseTheBoss on his twitter handle just uploaded a video showing off the Google Ultra Pixel's Gesture Navigation Controls.New Footage of the alleged Google Ultra Pixel Smartphone!

We still can't confirm it's genuine - but interesting nonetheless#ultrapixel pic.twitter.com/r2ddrxtd0d

— Arun Maini (@Mrwhosetheboss) September 30, 2017

Having said that, Google might actually reveal the Ultra Pixel along with the Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL.

The Google Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL would feature Snapdragon 835 SoC. The HTC-made Pixel 2 will be available in Kinda Blue, Just Black, and Clearly White. It will be available starting $649 for 64GB of storage while the 128GB variant would cost $749 while the LG-made Pixel 2 XL will come in a Black White and Just Black color options. It will be available with 64GB or 128GB storage. The 64GB model will cost $849, while the 128GB model will jump to $949.

Full Specs: Pixel 2 | Pixel 2 XL

Google Pixel 2 XL Specs

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 30, 2017       

Pixel 2 XL Specification
OS And Hardware
OS	Android OS 8.1 Oreo
Processor	64-bit CPU
Chipset	Snapdragon 835
GPU	Adreno 540 GPU
Dust/Water Resistance	IP67
Body
Dimensions	157.6 x 76.3 x 7.9mm
Weight	-
Colors	Just Black, and Clearly White
Display
Screen Size	5.99
Resolution	QHD
Protection	Gorilla Glass 5
Memory
Internal	64/128 GB
RAM	-
Camera
Primary	12MP 1.4 micropixels at f1.8 (OIS/EIS)
Secondary	8
Battery and Power
Type	3520 mAh battery
Status
Announced	Not announced yet
Price
USD/td>	$849 (64GB)/$949 (128GB)

Ultra Pixel: Phone by Google (Concept)

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 30, 2017       

Hey Guys, So we just created a Google Ultra Pixel Render Video to show how the actual design of the device may look like. The design of the Smartphone is based on the layout of the leaked “slide” shown in MrWhoseTheBoss Video.



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Google is testing a new customizable Search Bar

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 29, 2017       

A few days back, folks at 9to5Google tore down the APK of Google App 7.12 and said that the company is working on adding a customizable Google Bar and today, 9to5Google posted a video on how it may look when Google really implement it.

As you can in the see in the YouTube video, the Google search bar overflow icon contains two menu items: Customize or Send Feedback. Tapping the Customize option launches an editor where the bar’s appearance can be changed.

This upcoming feature will allow users to customize the Bar logo, Bar shape, Bar Color, and Bar shading.

As of now, there's no info on when this feature will officially roll out, but it will be added in the next Android OS upgrade to the Pixel phones.

Google Pixel 2 Specs

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 28, 2017       

Pixel 2 Specification
OS And Hardware
OS	Android OS 8.1 Oreo
Processor	64-bit CPU
Chipset	Snapdragon 835
GPU	Adreno 540 GPU
Dust/Water Resistance	IP67
Body
Dimensions	145.3 x 69.3 x 7.8mm
Weight	-
Colors	Kinda Blue, Just Black, and Clearly White
Display
Screen Size	5.0
Resolution	FHD
Protection	Gorilla Glass 5
Memory
Internal	64/128 GB
RAM	-
Camera
Primary	12MP 1.4 micropixels at f1.8 (OIS/EIS)
Secondary	8MP
Battery and Power
Type	2700 mAh battery
Status
Announced	Not announced yet
Price
USD/td>	$649 (64GB)/$749 (128GB)

[Update] Ultra Pixel - Google's Premium phone?

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 28, 2017       

The entire world is looking for next Google flagship smartphones the 2017 Pixel(s) to release at the earliest, but one has to wait until October to get hands on it. And leaks about the phone are keeping you at bay.

We have already seen our first potential look at what to expect from the Pixel XL 2 and Pixel 2. Now another device named "Ultra Pixel" has been leaked online by YouTube Channel "MrWhoseTheBoss". As you can see in the below Image (Slide), the Ultra Pixel looks like a giant Smartphone with 18:9 Display. The Image also says "Ultra Pixel - Phone by Google".
Just like the Pixel 2 XL, the Ultra Pixel could feature a 2:1 Full vision display while the Standard Pixel 2 will feature huge chin to the top and the bottom, just like the 2016 Pixel phones.

Here's another Image revealing the Ultra Pixel with almost no side bezels just like the Samsung Galaxy S8 and Note 8. The Image also says "The future at Android is Fluid".

Google plans to launch the 2017 Pixel Smartphones on October 4th with Snapdragon 835 SoC. The HTC-made Pixel 2 will be available in Kinda Blue, Just Black, and Clearly White. It will be available starting $649 for 64GB of storage while the 128GB variant would cost $749 while the LG-made Pixel 2 XL will come in a Black White and Just Black color options. It will be available with 64GB or 128GB storage. The 64GB model will cost $849, while the 128GB model will jump to $949.

That said, Google might release the Ultra Pixel alongside the Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL. Thoughts?

Update: According to the latest information we got, the leak is likely fake.

Massive leak reveals key Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL secrets ahead of launch

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 20, 2017       

It's raining Pixel 2 leaks nowadays. Yesterday, we saw references of Pixel 2 features in Google app APK file and now we have massive leak revealing Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL secrets.

Pixel 2

The HTC-made Pixel 2 will be available in Kinda Blue, Just Black, and Clearly White. It will be available starting $649 for 64GB of storage while the 128GB variant would cost $749.

You'll also get financing option. The 64GB Pixel 2 will cost $27.04/mo over 24 months and the 128GB model will cost $31/21/mo.

As you can see in the below Image, the Pixel 2 is having two-tone glass and metal finish, though the glass window is located near the top and no longer encloses the fingerprint scanner.

Here's another Image (Real Life) confirming that the Pixel 2 won't feature a 3.5mm headphone jack.

The Pixel 2 will look a lot different from the Pixel XL 2 in terms of front design. The Pixel XL 2 will be having a 2:1 Full vision display while the Standard Pixel 2 will feature huge chin to the top and the bottom, just like the 2016 Pixel phones.

Pixel 2 XL

First of all, the 2017 Pixel XL will be named as Pixel 2 XL. Seems somewhat unusual, right? But, Droid-Life is pretty sure that Google will name is as Pixel 2 XL.

The LG-made Pixel 2 XL will come in a Black & White and Just Black color options. It will be available with 64GB or 128GB storage. The 64GB model will cost $849, while the 128GB model will jump to $949. You'll also get financing option. The 64GB Pixel 2 XL will cost $35.38/mo over 24 months and the 128GB version will jump to $39.54/mo.

Pixel XL will feature a 5.99-inch display (18:9) with a 1440p OLED panel provided by LG, Snapdragon 835 processor coupled with 4GB RAM.

Via: Droid-Life | 9to5Google

Nexus 4 gets Experimental Android 8.0 Oreo ROM

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 19, 2017       

You can now download and install the AOSP based on Android 8.0 Oreo on your Nexus 4  Smartphone.

Google recently launched the Next Iteration of its Android Operating System Android 8.0 Oreo. The Tech Giant also pushed Android Oreo source code to AOSP, helping the developers develop custom ROMs for their devices based on Oreo.

Well, if you are a Nexus 4 owner, then this recent development might be of interest to you. Developer "Ziyan" has successfully ported Android 8.0 Oreo AOSP on the Nexus 4 . Additionally, most major aspects of the phone are working as expected (such as the RIL, WiFi, sensors, etc.).

You'll need to Unlock Bootloader and Install TWRP Custom Recovery in-order to Install the AOSP Android 8.0 Oreo Rom on Nexus 4 Mako. You can grab the Custom Rom ZIP file from below.

Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Download AOSP 8.0 for Nexus 4 Mako

Direct Download: AOSP (XDA)

Android 8.0 Oreo Gapps

Pixel 2 details leaked with APK teardown

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 19, 2017       

Google is widely expected to unveil the much-anticipated Pixel 2 and Pixel XL 2 on October 4th during an event. The Pixel 2(s) specs and design is no longer a mystery, as the device have been already leaked multiple times.

Just like the HTC U11 Edge Sense (Squeeze), the Pixel 2 will be having an Active Edge which will likely make use of the squeezable sides. According to a teardown of the Google app 7.12 APK by 9To5Google, Pixel 2 users will be able to access Google app as well as activate Google Assistant using Active Edge.

I addition to the Active Edge, Google plans to update the Google Assistant with Routines that will enable multi-action initiation, but without having to actually issue a command for each action. This feature also allows various smart products around the home to interact using Google Assistant.

Lastly, You'll be able to change the voice for Google Assistant. Currently Google Assistant is only usable with one voice and can’t be altered but that seems to be changing in the near future. Thoughts?

9to5Google

Pixel XL 2 from Google Passes FCC Certification, Reveals Additional Details

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 14, 2017       

The entire world is looking for next Google flagship smartphones the Next-Gen Pixel and Pixel XL to release at the earliest, but one has to wait until this October to get hands on it. And leaks about the phone are keeping you at bay, especially about the design and features.

We have already seen our first potential look at what to expect from the Pixel XL 2. Now the device just got certified through the FCC, revealing additional details.

The Pixel XL 2 will feature model no. G011C. The listing also confirms that LG is indeed making it. Apart from the model number and manufacturer confirmation, there's nothing much else.

The Pixel 2 will look a lot different from the Pixel XL 2 in terms of front design. The Pixel XL 2 will be having a 2:1 Full vision display while the Standard Pixel 2 will feature huge chin to the top and the bottom, just like the 2016 Pixel phones.

That said, Google plans to launch the duo-Pixel(s) on October 4th during an event. We’ll let you know if we find anything else before the launch.

Source: Fcc | Via: Droid-Life

September Security OTA update hits Pixel and Nexus Devices

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 12, 2017       

Every month, Google releases a new security update for the Nexus and Pixel line of devices. The Android security update for September 2017 is now live for a number of devices.

Pixel and Pixel XL users on Verizon are reportedly receiving a new update with build OPR3.170623.007 with 2017-09-01 Security Patch. Non-Verizon users are also getting the latest Security update, so that means it's clearly a wider rollout going on.

Few users are getting "Android 7.1.2" titled update, which is actually is Android 8.0 Oreo with the September security patches.

Along with the Duo Pixels, Nexuses are also getting the September security patch. We've seen the update coming to the Nexus 6P.

Google hasn't updated its Developer site with OTA and Firmware Images. We'll let you know once the Firmware files are out.

Android 8.0 Oreo OTA update hits Nexus 6P

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 07, 2017       

A little two weeks ago, Google announced Android 8.0 Oreo August 2017 Security patches for the Nexus and Pixel devices. The OTA's and Firmware are already available for selected phones.

Today, Google has started rolling out the Android 8.0 Oreo update though the OTA (Over-The-Air) for Nexus 6P users, it might still take some time for the update to reach all Nexus 6P owners.

With Android 8.0 Oreo, you get new Settings and Notification panel UI, latest features including Picture in Picture (PIP), Adaptive icons, Autofill, Notification timeout, and new emojis.

If you haven't received the notification of the update yet, you can check it out manually by going to About Phone Software update section in Settings. In case you want to manually Install the Firmware or OTA. You can grab Factory Image or OTA file from here.

Via: Reddit