During the highly-anticipated Google I/O 2023 event, Google unveiled its first-ever foldable phone, the Pixel Fold, which combines the best of Pixel’s helpful features with the versatility of a compact tablet. The Pixel Fold is powered by Google’s cutting-edge Tensor G2 chip, offering a unique user experience with its sleek, durable design and adaptable screen capabilities.
The Pixel Fold showcases a groundbreaking design, featuring a 7.6-inch screen when unfolded, making it the thinnest foldable phone on the market. The custom-built hinge not only contributes to the device’s slim profile but also ensures exceptional durability. Additionally, the phone boasts an IPX8 water resistance rating, providing users with extra peace of mind.
When closed, the exterior screen enables users to perform everyday tasks, such as responding to messages, browsing the web using Chrome, and accessing a suite of Call Assist features. When fully opened, the spacious interior screen offers a tablet-like experience, with numerous apps optimized to take full advantage of the larger display. Users can also multitask effortlessly by having two apps side-by-side, and the dynamic Taskbar allows for seamless app switching.
The Pixel Fold also introduces a hands-free tabletop mode, perfect for watching videos or capturing photos and videos without the need for a tripod. This mode is especially helpful when using apps like YouTube, as it provides an optimized viewing experience.
The device is equipped with a wide array of camera features, including Super Res Zoom, Real Tone, Night Sight, and Portrait photography, along with advanced pro-level modes from the Pixel 7 Pro. Users can further enhance their photos with the Magic Eraser and Photo Unblur tools available in Google Photos. The innovative Rear Camera Selfie feature allows users to take stunning selfies using the exterior screen as a viewfinder and the 48-megapixel main camera.
Excitingly, the upcoming Android 14 update will introduce the Dual Screen interpreter mode to the Pixel Fold, enabling users to translate live conversations across languages using both the inner and outer screens. This feature, powered by the Tensor G2, will allow for more natural conversations across languages without having to crowd around a single screen.
The Pixel Fold is now available for pre-order in two elegant colors, Porcelain and Obsidian. Customers in the U.S and U.K who pre-order the foldable will also receive a complimentary Google Pixel Watch. For more information on availability, as well as product updates, users are encouraged to visit the Pixel Fold website.
