Pixel Fold, Pixel 7a and more: all the products we could see at Google I/O 2023

Google I/O, Mountain View Developer Conference, will start next May 10. In it, Google usually reveals various news related to software, such as a new version of Android or new products with artificial intelligence. However, big G is also using the initial I/O event to announce some hardware products, and all indications are that this year will be no exception.

The leaks have, in fact, advanced some of the devices that we will see during Google I / O. Google is expected to introduce expected folding pixelwhich could arrive with a design very similar to the Galaxy Z Fold 4. Also a new mid-range smartphone: Pixel 7awhich will improve some of the characteristics of its predecessor, while retaining almost the same design.

On the other hand, I/O 2023 could be the date given for Google to finally announce commercialization pixel tablets, launched last year. Let’s take a look at the devices we’re most likely to see at this conference.

Pixel Fold may debut at Google I/O

He Fold Google Pixel This is without a doubt the most anticipated Google smartphone in recent years. The company has previously confirmed that it is working on a device with a flexible screen, and in recent months we have seen many leaks about its appearance, screen, and features. However, until now we did not know the approximate release date.

In fact, Google hasn’t confirmed that the so-called Pixel Fold will be unveiled during Google I/O. If it did, insider Jon Prosser, who previously revealed the exact launch and sale dates for the Pixel 6 and Pixel 7.

Porsser, in particular, said on Twitter that the Google Pixel Fold This will be announced on May 10th. On the same day, the pre-sale will begin exclusively in the Google store, and later, on May 30, in authorized stores and distributors. It won’t be until June 27th when Google’s fold is officially available.

In terms of specs, the Google Pixel Fold is expected to feature a “book-type” format, where its flexible screen folds and unfolds horizontally as if it were the cover of a book. It will also have two panels: internal 7.57″ and external 5.79″according to the portal 9mobiles.

Google’s first flexible screen mobile phone could also come with a Tensor G3 processor, although some rumors indicate that the smartphone It will have the same processor as Google Pixel 7 and 7 Pro, Tensor G2. And all this with a 5000 mAh battery. It is also likely that it includes a triple camera with a wide-angle sensor, another ultra-wide angle and a telephoto lens.

As far as pricing goes, everything points to what the Pixel Fold will cost. about 1400 and 1800 euros; high cost, but very similar to the Galazy Z Fold 4, its main competitor.

Google may also announce the Pixel 7a.

Another major announcement of Google’s I/O hardware will be Pixel 7a. At least that’s what John Prosser claimed. in another tweet in which he showed that May 10Or will it be the day Google introduces and furthermore puts up for sale this mid-range mobile phone that will completely replace the Pixel 6a.

Pixel 7a in particular it will cost 499 dollars; 50 euros more than its predecessor and it will have the same practical design. That is, it will retain the flat screen front, glass back and elongated photographic module that is so characteristic of the brand’s mobile phones. Its technical characteristics, yes, will be slightly higher.

The Pixel 7a is expected to come with SoC. Tensioner G2the same processor as the Pixel 7 and 7 Pro. It would have kept the 6.1″ screen, but with a frequency of 90 Hz compared to 60Hz for the Pixel 6. The camera’s specs aren’t clear, but it will feature two sensors, a wide-angle and an ultra-wide. There are also no details on its battery, which could be slightly higher in capacity given the new screen refresh rate.

The Pixel Tablet may finally go on sale

Pixel Tablet it was first announced during Google I/O in 2022. However, it hasn’t been officially released yet, and while there are no rumors to confirm it, Google may do so after this year’s developer conference. In fact, its price has already been leaked: it will cost between 600 and 650 euros.

In terms of specifications, the Pixel Tablet will have 10.95 inch screen; most likely with QHD + resolution and refresh rate. It will also include the first generation Tensor processor and will be available in two versions of internal storage: 128GB or 256GB.

The Pixel Tablet will also come with a speaker stand to use the tablet as a home media center. This will be sold separately, and Its price will be about 120 dollars.

Will we see Google Pixel 8 and 8 Pro?

Finally, Google may reveal Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro design during I/O 2023. A design that, by the way, we’ve seen before through various filtered images.

They reveal a continuous aspect, but with very interesting changes. For example, both models will be slightly more curved and they will have a flat screen, even in the Pro version, where until now they have been curved on both sides. The smartphones are also expected to feature a new depth sensor.

It is likely that the Google Pixel 8 and 8 Pro will get better cameras, a more powerful native processor, or new features for the camera. The price of the base model can be around 650 euros, while the Pro model can go on sale for 900 euros.