HISTORY OF GOOGLE PIXEL

Google Pixel is a brand of portable consumer electronic devices developed by Google that run either Chrome OS or the Android operating system. The main line of Pixel products consists of Android-powered smartphones, which have been produced since October 2016 as the replacement of the older Nexus, and of which the Pixel 8 and 8 Pro are the current models. The Pixel brand also deals in laptop and tablet computers, as well as several accessories, and was originally found in February 2013 with the Chromebook Pixel.

 

 

Google pixel produce mobile phones in almost all kinds of budget range. Starting from the Pixel 6a to Pixel 8 pro and Pixel Fold,. The features provided by most of the Google Pixel is not a gimmick at all; they are Pixel Exclusive features. For example, the editing features of the Google Photos application, such as magic fill, blur, etc., that one can only use when they get Google’s Premium subscription come completely free for Google Pixel users.

Apart from these features, Google Pixel users also has a great advantage over any other Android users that they receive updates for Android Operating system first.

Then comes the most interesting and USP (upselling point) feature that the mobile phones by Google have in all the Pixel phones, and that is the camera.

Google has done a great job in manufacturing their camera and the image stabilization software for the pixel mobile phones. They are not just good but so good that one can’t tell if the image is clicked by a DSLR camera or a google pixel phone. While there are few problems with the latest flagship devices, it is still a solid android option that puts up a strong fight against iPhone 15 pro and Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra.

 

Let’s summarize the details of the Pixel devices that have been released over the past few years:

 

THE GOOGLE PIXEL SERIES

 

• Google Pixel: It was released on October 20, 2016.

Highlights of this device include its compact design, fast charging, and excellent cameras.

• Google pixel XL: It had released on October 20, 2016.

Highlights of this device: Everything the Pixel has, but with a larger display and battery.

 

THE GOOGLE PIXEL 2 SERIES

 

• The Google Pixel 2 was released on October 17, 2017.

Highlights of this device are the IP67 waterproof rating, upgraded cameras, and dual SIM.

• Google Pixel 2XL: It was released on October 17, 2017.

Highlights of this device include a 6-inch POLED display, dual SIM, and an IP67 waterproof rating.

 

THE GOOGLE PIXEL 3 SERIES

 

• Google Pixel 3 was released on October 18, 2018.

Highlights of this device: wireless charging, IP68 waterproof rating, and always on display (AOD).

• Google Pixel 3XL: It was released on October 18, 2018.

Highlights of this device include excellent cameras, a gorgeous display, and a premium design.

• Google Pixel 3a XL: It was released on May 15, 2019.

Highlights of this device include an OLED display on a cheaper Pixel and great cameras.

• Google Pixel 3a: It was released on May 15, 2019.

Highlights of this device are its affordability, OLED display, Pixel cameras, and Active Edge.

 

THE GOOGLE PIXEL 4 SERIES

 

• Google Pixel 4 was released on October 22, 2019.

Highlights of this device include a 90Hz refresh rate display panel, dual rear cameras, and wireless charging.

• Google Pixel 4 XL: It was released on October 22, 2019.

Highlights of this device include a 90Hz refresh rate display panel, dual rear cameras, and a 6.3-inch QHD OLED display.

• Google Pixel 4A 5G: It was released on August 20, 2020.

Highlights of this device include 5G LTE, a 6.2-inch OLED display, and 128GB of storage.

 

THE GOOGLE PIXEL 5 SERIES

 

• Google Pixel 5: It was released on October 15, 2020.

Highlights of this device include a superb user experience, outstanding cameras, and a great design.

• Google Pixel 5a: It was released on August 26, 2021.

Highlights of this device include its exclusive release in the US and Japan.

 

THE GOOGLE PIXEL 6 SERIES

 

• Google Pixel 6 was released on October 28, 2021.

Highlights of this device include a new design, a 90Hz OLED display, and an upgraded camera.

• Google Pixel 6 Pro: It was released on October 28, 2021.

Highlights of this device: great performance, brilliant display, and Pixel cameras.

• Google Pixel 6a: It was released on July 21, 2022.

Highlights of this device: fantastic value for money, excellent performance, and cameras.

 

THE GOOGLE PIXEL 7 SERIES

 

• Google Pixel 7 was released on October 13, 2022.

Highlights of this device include being lighter than the Pixel 6, the G2 Tensor chip, and the Gorilla Glass Victus all around.

• Google Pixel 7 Pro: It was released on October 13, 2022.

Highlights of this device: incredible, versatile cameras. Live transcription and dictation are not possible without an internet connection.

• Google Pixel 7a: It was released on May 10, 2023.

Highlights of this device include a phenomenal camera for the price, wireless charging, and excellent performance for a mid-range phone.

 

THE GOOGLE PIXEL 8 SERIES

 

• Google Pixel 8 was released on October 12, 2023.

Highlights of this device include an active display with a 120 Hz refresh rate panel, a G3 tensor chip, and fast charging.

• Google Pixel 8 Pro: It was released on October 12, 2023.

Highlights of this device: great camera system, G3 tensor chip, wide range of ROM space starting from 128GB to 1TB, 7 years of OS, and security updates.

 

 

• Google Pixel Fold: It was released on May 10, 2023.

Highlights of this device include smooth flagship performance, a sharp OLED display with a 120 Hz refresh rate, an exterior display that acts like a proper phone, and an excellent five-camera system.

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