These renders portrayed a new design shift for Google’s smartphone line-up. They are bold, hip, and trendy – much more than anything we have seen from Google in the past.
Google Pixel 6 and 6 Pro Images
This design scheme is a radical departure from what we have seen of Google Pixel phones before this time. Perhaps they are so radical that we are in disbelief. Yet, we have a 3rd party confirmation that these images are actually authentic in terms of design (though not in colour).
— Max Weinbach (@MaxWinebach) May 13, 2021 Interesting, I say. Embedded below is the source video of the leaked renders, for your convenience.
Google Pixel 6 and 6 Pro render video
Google Pixel 6 and 6 Pro official announcement
The Pixel 6.duo went official in October 2021, with the designs from the leaked images and videos. Shortly after the formal announcements, independent testing of the devices revealed that the two did not charge at the officially stated 30W fast charging speed, but at a slower speed of 22W. Google later released a statement in November 2021 to say that “the peak power that Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro draw from the wired charger is 21W and 23W, respectively”. Below are some key specs of the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro, and are constantly being updated.
Google Pixel 6 Specs and Features
6.4-inch AMOLED display Dual Camera: 50 MP Samsung GN1 wide angle main sensor + 12 MP ultra-wide angle sensor In-display fingerprint reader 158.6 x 74.8 x 8.9 mm Android 12 Whitechapel processor USB Type-C port Stereo speakers 21W fast charging Wireless charging 8.9 mm thickness Two variants: 8/128 GB and 8/256 GB Prices: €550 and €650 respectively
Google Pixel 6 Pro Specs and Features
6.67-inch curved AMOLED display In-display fingerprint reader 163.9 x 75.8 x 8.9 mm Android 12 Triple camera: 50 MP Samsung GN1 wide angle main sensor + 12 MP ultra-wide angle sensor + 48 MP 4x zoom periscope telephoto camera. 4K video @ 60fps. Selfie Camera: 12 MP ultra-wide angle USB Type-C port Stereo speakers 23W fast charging Wireless charging Three memory variants: 12/128 GB, 12/256 GB and 12/512 GB storage. Prices: €900, €1000, and €1200 respectively.
Official announcement will happen on October 19, and the phones will go on sale on October 28, 2021. What is your take on the new design and the specs? Are you as excited about them as many others are? Yay, nay, or unsure? Have your say.
