The tech industry has been buzzing about Google’s rumored entry into the foldable smartphone market with the Google Pixel Fold. Though Google has not officially confirmed the existence of the Pixel Fold, leaks and rumors have provided some insight into what we can expect. Here’s everything we know about the Google Pixel Fold so far.

Expected Price

There has been no confirmation about the price of Google Pixel Fold. However, we can expect that it won’t come cheap since foldable phones are still a new and expensive technology. The Google Pixel Fold is likely to cost around $1,500 – $1,999.

Release Date

The release date is not officially confirmed yet, but the Google Pixel Fold might be launched in Q3 or Q4 of 2021. If the release date is delayed, it could be because of the ongoing global chip shortage that’s affecting almost all tech devices.

Specs

The Google Pixel Fold is expected to feature a 7.6-inch foldable OLED display, similar to Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 2. It is also expected to have a 120Hz refresh rate, which means animations and scrolling will look smoother.

Additionally, rumors suggest that the Pixel Fold will have a triple-camera setup on the back, featuring a 50-megapixel primary camera along with a 16-megapixel ultrawide lens and a 12-megapixel telephoto lens.

The phone may also have 8-12GB of RAM and 128GB/256GB of storage. As for the battery, the device may come with a dual-cell battery with a capacity of 4,500mAh or higher.

More Rumors

There have been rumors that Google is testing a new software for foldable displays in the form of a feature similar to Samsung’s Multi-Active Window. This feature allows users to open and operate three apps simultaneously. The Google Pixel Fold may also feature a stylus, similar to Samsung’s Galaxy Fold and Galaxy Z Fold 2.

Furthermore, there are rumors that Google will use its custom Tensor chip in the Pixel Fold. This makes sense as Google is trying to build its own silicon, starting with the Pixel 6, which is expected to launch before the Pixel Fold.

Final Thoughts

The Google Pixel Fold is one of the most anticipated foldable smartphones of 2021. Though we only have rumors and leaks to go by, it’s clear that the device will feature a foldable OLED display, triple rear camera setup, writing stylus, and high-end specs. The only question that remains unanswered is when the device will finally be revealed and how much it will cost. Regardless, the Google Pixel Fold is sure to shake up the foldable phone market and compete with other esteemed foldable devices from Samsung, Huawei, and Microsoft.