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Google Pixel 6 appears in official advertisement; launch imminent
Google is gearing up to launch the Pixel 6 smartphone in the coming days. Now, Google Japan has released an advertisement for the handset with the caption "Coming Soon." The clip also showcases the phone's design, the custom Tensor chipset, and some features of Android 12. The Pixel 6 is rumored to go official on October 19 alongside the Pixel 6 Pro model.
It will sport a 90Hz AMOLED display
The Google Pixel 6 will feature an IP68-rated built, a punch-hole cut-out, slim bezels, and an in-display fingerprint sensor. On the dual-tone rear panel, it will get a full-width camera unit. The device shall bear a 6.4-inch Full-HD+ (1080x2340 pixels) AMOLED screen with an aspect ratio of 19.5:9, a 90Hz refresh rate, and HDR10+ support. It will be offered in multiple color options.
There will be a 50MP main camera
The Google Pixel 6 will offer a dual rear camera setup comprising a 50MP primary sensor and a 12MP ultra-wide lens. For selfies and video calls, it will get a 12MP front-facing snapper.
The phone will pack a 4,614mAh battery
The Google Pixel 6 will draw power from a custom Tensor processor, combined with up to 12GB of RAM and up to 512GB of storage. Under the hood, it will run on Android 12 and house a 4,614mAh battery with 33W fast-charging support. For connectivity, the handset should offer support for Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS, and a Type-C port.
Google Pixel 6: Pricing and availability
Google will announce the official pricing and availability information of the Pixel 6 smartphone at the time of its launch, which is expected to happen later this month. However, it is tipped to start at €650 (roughly Rs. 55,900).
