Google Unleashes Force Of Long-Rumored Pixel Fold On ‘Star Wars’ Day
Rumors of a foldable Pixel phone had been swirling around Google for a while now, and finally, the company is ready to fully show off just what it had been crafting behind the scenes.
The Pixel Fold was first unveiled via a video on Twitter and YouTube titled May the Fold be with you , in honor of Star Wars Day. In the video, you’ll see the phone opening into a tablet-like display like the Samsung Galaxy Fold. When closed, it has a smaller screen on its exterior that you will likely be able to access much of the device through. Its back cameras look similar to the current Pixel 7.
✨May The Fold Be With You✨https://t.co/g6NUd1DcOJ#GoogleIO #PixelFold
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What is not included in the video are any specifications or details about the device. Those will be revealed next week during Google’s I/O 2023. However, some information from previous leaks has been circulating.
According to Gizmodo, the gadget will have a bigger battery than Samsung’s most recent Fold 4. In addition, it is rumored to feature an increased 5.8-inch front display with a 17.4:9 aspect ratio on the outside, a 6:5 aspect ratio on the inside, and a 120 Hz refresh rate throughout. It is also said to have a highly durable hinge, which might save users from worrying about the smartphone loosening up over time.
On the photography side, the camera will likely be a 48 MP primary hardware with a 1.8 MP ultrawide and a 10.8 MP telephoto lens accompanying it.
There is no news on the price, although CNBC previously reported that it might cost up to US$1,700 or close to US$1.800, the same price as the Samsung Fold 4. However, you can put your name down for a pre-order before it is fully announced.
[via Engadget and Gizmodo, screenshot via Google]
