Google Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL are finally out and there is a lot on the desk we can converse about. Though, these smartphone look like the predecessors but there is lot of difference. Let’s talk in detail.
Design and Display
In terms of Design Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL are having no issue at all and look alike. Pixel 2 which is designed by HTC, as per the sources, is having AMOLED display where Pixel 2 XL is having LG-made pOLED display. Google has done pretty smart work with the devices and these are ready to challenge the rivals iPhone 8 and Samsung Galaxy Nate 8.
Pixel 2 is having FHD display where Pixel XL 2 is having QHD display (2880×1440).
Color production on both the devices is impressive.
No Headphone Jack in pixel 2 devices
YES ! You heard it right. The device is lacking 3.5 mm headphone jack and there is USB type C for both charging and music.
Hardware
Google claims that Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL are having impeccable design and hardware. In the hardware department a lot of work has been done which is evident.
Software
Offcourse, with the google devices you will get latest version of Android. Additionally, you can expect fast updates in pixel devices even Google claims that the devices will get quick updates.
Voice recognition in the new Pixel devices is way much more better than its predecessors. It does not take much time to recognize your voice when you utter “Ok Google”.
Camera
These days the most fascinating part about any smartphone is its camera. Most of the consumers change or make decisions only depending upon the camera quality of device with some exception who hook themselves with the processing speed. Let this conversation left on you. Well, Google pixel 2 and pixel 2 xl will have not have dual camera setup. But there is much interesting Google has done which is surely an alluring part of the camera feature. Here are the key features of camera :
- Apart from electric image stabilization the device will have optical image stabilization.
- Google Pixel 2 will have dual pixel setup where pixels in the sensor are way smaller than last year’s Pixel: 1.4μm vs. 1.55μm.
- Aperture of the lens is f/1.8 compared to last year’s f/2.0 to let in more light and to reimburse for the smaller pixels.
- With the technically much advanced phase detection for focus with the dual pixels, it will also have laser auto focus.
It will also have :
- Portrait mode
- Video Stabilization
- Motion Photos
- Augmented Reality Stickers
Specifications that will remain same in both the devices :
Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 |
Ram | 4GB |
Storage | 64GB or 128GB |
Rear Camera | 12.2MP, 1.4μm pixels, Autofocus with laser and dual-pixel phase detection, Optical and electronic image stabilization, f/1.8 aperture lens |
Front Camera | 8MP, 1.4μm pixels, f/2.4 aperture lens, fixed focus |
Video | 1080p at 30, 60, or 120 fps on rear camera |
“Active Edge” squeezable sides
USB-C, no wireless charging
No headphone jack
Bluetooth 5.0
18W power adapter and USB-C headphone dongle in box
Google Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL specifications
Pixel 2 XL Specs
Battery | 3520mAh |
Weight | 175 grams |
Size | 6.2 x 3.0 x 0.3 inches |
Screen | 6-inch, 2880 x 1440 pOLED, 100 percent DCI-P3 coverage, 100,000:1 contrast ratio |
Pixel 2 Specs
Battery | 2700mAh |
Weight | 143 grams |
Size | 5.7 x 2.7 x 0.3 inches |
Screen | 5-inch, 1920 x 1080 AMOLED, 95 percent DCI-P3 coverage, 100,000:1 contrast ratio |
How To Order Pixel 2 or Pixel 2 XL
You can pre-order you new google device at here.
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