While Samsung has long been associated with foldable phones in the U.S., Google and other brands are now entering the market. The Google Pixel Fold, Google’s first foldable, made a strong initial impact.
We anticipate a second-generation Google Pixel Fold in 2024, and early indications suggest it will be an impressive follow-up. Here’s everything we know about the Google Pixel Fold 2 so far.
Google Pixel Fold 2: release date
The Google Pixel Fold is expected to follow an annual update cycle like the rest of the Pixel lineup. The first Google Pixel Fold was unveiled at Google I/O 2023 on May 10 and released on June 28 of the same year. With Google I/O 2024 approaching, we may see the launch of the Google Pixel Fold 2.
If Google introduces the Pixel Fold 2 at this year’s I/O event, the phone is not expected to launch immediately. It’s more likely to be released later in the summer or alongside the Google Pixel 9 series in the fall.
Google Pixel Fold 2: price
Foldable phones have never been budget-friendly, and the Google Pixel Fold is no exception. The first Pixel Fold starts at $1,799 for the 256GB model, with the 512GB variant priced at $1,919.
Considering potential spec upgrades this time around, a similar or higher price tag for the Pixel Fold 2 would not be surprising.
Google Pixel Fold 2: design
Unlike other foldables that maintain the same design for several generations, the Pixel Fold 2 is expected to undergo significant design changes right from its second iteration.
Leaks regarding the Pixel Fold 2’s design suggest that it will feature a rectangular camera module with two rows of pill-shaped outlines for the lenses and sensors, replacing the signature Pixel camera bar. This design change resembles the Pixel 4 and Pixel 5 series, with a significant camera bump that may impact the phone’s stability on flat surfaces.
Another potential change in the Pixel Fold 2’s design involves flattening the curved edges seen in the original model, aligning with the rumored flat edges of the Pixel 9 series. The sizes of the external and inner displays are also expected to change, with a larger 6.4-inch outer display and a 7.9-inch inner display with thinner, uniform bezels to enhance the display’s appearance. An under-display selfie camera is rumored for the inner display despite being visible in leaks.
The leaks on the Pixel Fold 2 don’t have the display sizes right. 8.02″ for the foldable display and 6.29″ for the cover display. Panel production starts in April! It is coming.
— Ross Young (@DSCCRoss) March 12, 2024
Contradictory leaks regarding the display sizes have surfaced, with one suggesting an 8.02-inch inner display and a 6.29-inch cover display for the Pixel Fold 2. Despite the conflicting information, the consensus is that the Pixel Fold 2 will have a larger display.
Google Pixel Fold 2: specs
Although many expect the Pixel Fold 2 to feature the Tensor G3 chip from the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro, rumors suggest Google might skip to the Tensor G4 chip for this model. This could delay the Pixel Fold 2’s release until fall to align with the Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro launches.
The Tensor G4 chip could provide significant AI performance improvements, addressing the industry’s current focus on AI. There are also rumors of the Pixel Fold 2 having 16GB RAM, a first for any Pixel device.
Google Pixel Fold 2: cameras
The Pixel Fold 2 is expected to feature a redesigned camera module, replacing the camera bar with a rectangular bump. While the appearance may suggest a quad-lens system, it’s more likely to contain three lenses, an LED flash, and additional sensors like a temperature sensor or depth sensor.
The under-display selfie camera on the inner display is another rumored feature, likely to be different from the 8MP one on the original Pixel Fold. Details on camera hardware specs like megapixels remain undisclosed, but improved image processing and AI photo editing capabilities are expected, especially if the Tensor G4 chip is used.
Google Pixel Fold 2: battery life
The first-generation Pixel Fold has a 4,821mAh battery. While details on the Pixel Fold 2’s battery capacity are scarce, it is expected to be similar, if not slightly larger, given the device’s increased size and potential for improved power efficiency with newer chipsets.
Google Pixel Fold 2: software and updates
Depending on its launch schedule, the Pixel Fold 2 could debut with Android 14 or Android 15. If released in summer, it might run Android 14, while a fall release would likely ship with Android 15.
Similar to the Pixel 8 series, the Pixel Fold 2 is expected to receive software updates for seven years, contingent on the device’s hardware longevity.
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