Google Pixel Tablet Launching Soon
During Google’s annual I/O developer conference today, the company took a brief pause from its frequent use of the term “AI” to introduce some new hardware. As expected, the Pixel Tablet has finally been unveiled after being initially teased last year.
The Pixel Tablet boasts a 10.95-inch 2560×1600 LCD screen with 500 nits of typical brightness, an “anti-smudge coating,” and support for USI 2.0 styluses. It is powered by Google’s Tensor G2 chipset and includes the Titan M2 security coprocessor. The device offers 8GB of LPDDR5 RAM and a choice of 128GB or 256GB UFS 3.1 storage.
Equipped with two seemingly identical 8MP fixed-focus cameras—one on the front and one on the back—the tablet features a fingerprint sensor integrated into the power button. It houses a “27-watt-hour” battery that can last for “up to 12 hours of video streaming.” Naturally, the Pixel Tablet runs on Android 13 and will receive updates for five years. It is equipped with four speakers and three microphones and will be available in Porcelain, Hazel, and Rose color options.
Inside the box, you’ll find the tablet itself along with a charging speaker dock and a power brick specifically designed for the dock. The dock utilizes a magnetic docking interface with pogo pins and supports a maximum charging rate of 15W. It contains one 43.5mm full-range speaker.
The concept behind this device is that when you’re not actively using the tablet, it can transform into a smart display or a smart speaker with an attached display. This versatility allows you to, for example, watch content in the kitchen without having to hold the tablet.
The Pixel Tablet is priced at $499 in the US, £599 in the UK, and €679 in Germany. It is currently available for pre-order through the Google Store in the US, Canada, UK, Germany, France, Sweden, Denmark, Norway, the Netherlands, Japan, and Australia, with availability scheduled for June 20. Google is also offering a Pixel Tablet Case (depicted above) for $79 (£89, €99).
Published on 05/19/23 4:36 | by Rawa John
