What to expect from the Google launch event tomorrow

The annual Google hardware event is almost here. Nowadays, information is always disclosed before official announcements, but this event is completely different. Google has had the same leak as the Titanic in recent months. So there is a good chance that there are no more surprises left.

If you have been living under a rock since all this time or if you have not been able to follow all the leaks, we have summarized all that we know about the products that Google will announce (probably) tomorrow.

Pixel 3 / Pixel 3 XL

It is safe to say that none of Google's products have been spoiled as the Pixel 3 and the Pixel 3 XL. Beyond the press images and wild images, a number of stolen Pixel 3 XL units have been entrusted to bloggers. There are no more surprises on both phones.

According to our first videos, the Pixel 3 XL features a Snapdragon 845 processor, 4GB of RAM, a 12.2MP rear camera, two 8MP front cameras (one of which wide angle lens), an OLED display 2960×1440, and Android 9 Pie. The main camera can record 4K at 30 frames per second, while selfie cameras are limited to 1080p.

Pixel 3 / 3XL in black, white and "Sand" (source)

There has been less leakage on Pixel 3, smaller, but as on previous Pixel phones, the hardware will be almost identical. It is safe to assume that it will have the same Snapdragon 845 processor and 4GB of RAM, and the renderers will display the same dual front cameras on both devices.

Both phones will work on both CDMA and GSM networks. The FCC filings refer to the complete list of supported frequencies, including the new T-Mobile Extended Range LTEs – Band 12 (700 MHz) and Band 71 (600 MHz). These documents also revealed that both devices would support wireless charging, a feature missing from Google phones since the Nexus 5X and 6P.

The software will probably not be very surprising, because the existing videos show the same experience of Android 9 Pie that the current pixels. New animated wallpapers are already included and are already available for download.

Pixel slate

Google is finally back on the tablet market, but not with an Android-based product. The "Pixel Slate", as it is called, is the first Chrome OS tablet in the company. It has a 3: 2 2400 × 1600 screen with pen stand, stereo front speakers and front and rear cameras.

There is also a detachable keyboard, which also serves as a folio case when the Slate Pixel is not used. Although the Dedicated Assistant key is not new, the rounded typewriter keys are. It is not clear whether the keyboard will be included or whether it should be purchased separately (as with keyboards for Microsoft Surface tablets).

Several hardware variants will probably be available, some at least using Intel Kaby Lake processors. All will have the Play Store, and support for Linux applications is likely.

Pixelbook 2

The Pixel Slate will probably not be the only new Chrome OS device announced tomorrow – chances are that last year's Pixelbook will be refreshed. There have not yet been any credible images of the new device, but the main changes will likely be smaller screen panels and internal hardware upgrades.

A device with the code name & # 39; Atlas & # 39 ;, which is considered an upgraded Pixelbook, appeared several times in the Chromium source code. A commit reveals that Atlas has a 3840×2160 screen, a substantial improvement over the Pixelbook's 2400×1600 display.

Among all the products that will probably be announced tomorrow, the Pixelbook 2 is certainly the one we know best. less sure. The model of last year has received rather positive reviews. Google does not have to change it a lot.

Google Home Hub

The first "smart screens" with Google Assistant arrived earlier this year, with models from JBL and Lenovo. Google will probably announce tomorrow its own smart screen, called "Google Home Hub". It sounds more like a point of sale system than something that belongs to your house, but on the plus side, it will probably be cheap – about $ 150.

All smart displays with wizard are functionally identical: they can respond to voice commands in the same way as Google Home, while displaying useful information (such as maps, recipe instructions, song lyrics, etc.) on a big screen. Existing screens from JBL and Lenovo have front cameras for video calls, but this type of camera does not exist on the home hub.

The set weighs just 480g, which is only slightly higher than Google Home original, which probably means that the speakers are not very powerful.

Pixel stand

As mentioned before, the Pixel 3 and 3XL will be the first Google wirelessly charged phones since the Nexus 6. Google is also creating a wireless charging station for new phones, aptly named "Pixel Stand".

You will be able to charge your Pixel 3 (or probably any other phone with a Qi wireless charging) simply by placing it on top of the dock. A special interface appears while the phone is connected, making it a wizard-like screen.

Third Generation Chromecast

Last month, an updated Chromecast certificate with Bluetooth and (optionally) enhanced Wi-Fi reception was certified by the FCC. We found out what the device looked like a few days ago, not because of leaks, but because Best Buy started selling it to customers.

The third generation of Chromecast has the same washer-like design as the current model, but the glossy plastic has been replaced by a subtle matte finish. The big Chrome logo has also disappeared: the only brand is a small "G" icon. The magnetic lock of HDMI connectors has also been removed, but I doubt that many people have used it initially.

We still do not know what functional changes have been made because the new Chromecast can not be configured with the current Google Home app. However, we know that the device will be sold in a "Smart TV Kit", which also includes a Google Home Mini.

Other products

Finally, there are some other ads that could arrive at Google's event tomorrow: