Google released the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro smartphones - the first with Android 12

Google held a big presentation of the new Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro smartphones, which were for the first time presented August 2. Then the manufacturer only briefly showed the devices and noted some of their features, but now he revealed all the cards.

Google began its presentation by introducing the first proprietary Tensor chip. It is an eight-core solution with a 20-core graphics accelerator, a machine learning module and a Titan M2 hardware security coprocessor.

• Tensor was designed specifically for Pixel devices. In terms of performance, Google puts it on a par with Qualcomm's Snapdragon 888. In terms of processing power, the Pixel 6 outperforms the Pixel 5 by 80%, and in terms of graphics - by 370%.
• On the basis of Tensor, for the first time, the function of translating audio in real time from any source is implemented. The presentation showed how the Japanese woman easily communicated with a native English speaker - the smartphone instantly translated the phrases of the participants in the conversation and pronounced them. The function works without a network connection.
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Both smartphones received waterproof cases (IP68) with a two-tone design of the back panel, which is separated by a protruding camera block. The main module in it is now not 12 megapixels, but 50 megapixels. Google says it captures 150% more light than the Pixel 5's camera.

Based on the new Tensor camera chip, several useful features have been implemented, including:

• Magic Eraser - "magic eraser" for automatic removal of strangers and distracting elements from the frame;
• Face Unblur - a mode for capturing an object in motion, correcting blur;
• Motion Mode is a motion mode that simulates panning and long exposure on a digital SLR.

Also, Google developers have pumped up portrait mode, improving post-processing. Now the camera reproduces skin tones much more accurately, regardless of the lighting. Called Real Tone, the company has worked with professional photographers and filmmakers on this feature.

The 50 megapixel module in the basic version of the Pixel 6 is complemented by a wide-angle camera with a capture angle of 114º. More details about the characteristics of this model are below.

Pixel 6 specifications

• Screen: 6.4 inches, AMOLED, 2340 × 1080 pixels, 90 Hz
• Processor: eight-core Google Tensor
• Memory: 8 GB of RAM and 128/256 GB of built-in
• Cameras: Rear 50MP (f / 1.8) + 12MP (wide-angle, 114º) and front 8MP (84º, 1080p)
• Communications: 5G, Wi-FI 6E, Bluetooth 5.2, UWB, NFC
• Battery: 4,614 mAh, fast wired charging at 30W and wireless at 21W, as well as reversible
• Other: in-screen fingerprint scanner, stereo speakers

The key differences in the Pixel 6 Pro are a higher-quality screen with a larger diagonal, increased volume RAM and 48MP secondary camera for 4x optical zoom and 20x digital (Super Res Zoom).

The Pro version also received Gorilla Glass Victus on the front and back, while the Pixel 6 has Gorilla Glass 6 (previous generation) behind.

Pixel 6 Pro specifications

• Screen: 6.71 inches, LTPO, 3120 × 1440 pixels, 120 Hz
• Processor: eight-core Google Tensor
• Memory: 12 GB of RAM and 128/256/512 GB of built-in
• Cameras: Rear 50MP (f / 1.8) + 48MP (optical zoom 4 ×) + 12MP (wide-angle, 114º) and front 11.1MP (94º, 4K)
• Communications: 5G, Wi-FI 6E, Bluetooth 5.2, UWB, NFC
• Battery: 5000 mAh, fast wired charging at 30 W and wireless at 23 W, as well as reversible
• Other: in-screen fingerprint scanner, stereo speakers

Smartphones will be available immediately with Android 12. Google promises to release security patches for them within 5 years.

Both smartphones come without a power adapter included. In the US, the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro are already available for pre-order for 599 (≈42,500 rubles) and 899 (≈62,800 rubles) for versions with 128GB of internal storage. The start of sales is scheduled for October 28.

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