Google Pixel 2, PixelBook laptop going to launch on October 4

Technology
Oct 03 2017 01:09 PM
Payal Dwivedi

Here is Google is all ready to unveil the Pixel 2 and Pixel 2XL smartphones, a smart speaker and a ‘PixelBook’ laptop in the US on October 4. According to the reports, from technology websites Droid Life and Android Authority, Google is also likely to launch a new Daydream VR headset.Earlier, Google is expected to launch two Pixels -- Pixel 2 and a larger Pixel 2 XL -- that would directly succeed Google’s existing line-up. The upcoming device will be rumored to have a new bezel-less display design, the Pixel 2 might have a similar design to the original.Pixel is designed by HTC (Google recently bought HTC’s smartphone business) while Pixel XL is made by LG. The new phones would have IP67 water resistance.

According to Android Authority, both phones might come with “squeeze” interaction like HTC “U11”, along with Optical Image Stabilisation for the cameras. The smartphones would have single camera and support ‘Portrait Mode’.Google may also remove the headphone jack in favor of only using USB-C for a possible addition of stereo speakers.

Google may also launch a high-end Chromebook called Google Pixelbook.Like the Chromebook Pixel, the Pixelbook is expected to sell at the ultra-premium end of the Chromebook market, starting at $1,199, with a separate stylus accessory similar to the Apple Pencil that will cost an extra $99, The Verge reported.A new Daydream VR headset might also be on its way. The headset may come in three colors -- charcoal, fog, and coral -- for $99.