Layfhaker help you decide whether you need to do to buy a new smartphone from the California giant, if you have the original Pixel.
yesterday Google announced Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL - two almost identical smartphone, except for the larger screen of the second device. About how much different the new company's phones from the first version, will be discussed below.
Identical appearance
Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL externally very similar to its predecessor, except for minor differences such as the front speakers. Fingerprint sensor is still located behind the fingers - about where it should be located your index finger. In addition, both the smartphone supports standard water- and dust-proof IP67.
The camera has improved
First Pixel greatly praised for his camera, although it is usually in the plan benefit devices from Apple and Samsung. Both new phones 12-megapixel camera, which received a record 98 points from 100 in DxOMark test. In the original Pixel was 89 points. Matrix resolution from last year's model similar, but Pixel 2 boasts an aperture f / 1,8.
Front 8-megapixel camera has not changed, but now she, like back supports portrait mode. In it blurred background landscape, allowing a feeling that they are made on the reflex camera.
Disappeared headphone jack
Following Apple Californians deprived of their new device jack-connector. Now, to listen to music, you need to connect a Bluetooth-headset, or use the new entry USB Type-C or a special adapter. Google also announced a wireless headset Google Pixel Buds with support for translation in real time via Google Assistant.
Pixel 2 XL obzavolsya frameless curved screen
Google has not left unattended and fashion for frameless displays. Such a screen is mounted on the larger model, while the smaller smartphone in this regard has kept the traditional look. With regard to size, then Pixel 2 - 5-inch display with a resolution of 1920 × 1080 pixels, while the 2 Pixel XL - 6-inch screen with a resolution of QHD + 2880 × 1440 pixels.
Now smart phones can be compressed
Pixel 2 and 2 XL supports quite rare nowadays feature, Google dubbed Active Edge. She borrowed from HTC U11 and it allows you to compress your smartphone to perform various actions. By default, this challenge Google Assistant wizard. Innovation works even when the device is in your pocket.