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Pixel 8a Specs Revealed: 120Hz Display, Tensor G3, and More
Google has recently introduced its latest Pixel 8 series, where it has showcased two phones, including the Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro. Both of the devices belong to the high-range category, but now, as usual, Google has brought a new device, the Google Pixel 8a, which comes in an affordable range. Now that it’s launching, we already have some details about it; let’s explore it.
A new and improved display, yet again
The display is the most important component of the device, which has a full impact on the user experience. In the last Pixel 7a lineup, the company has introduced a significant update to the display, but Google had to limit the display to only 90 Hz. Now, with the upcoming Pixel 8a, the company has provided a 120 Hz refresh rate display with 1400 nits of peak HDR brightness.
Supports DisplayPort
As we previously discussed, Google could introduce mirror display support for pixel devices, which allows the device to use the device functions on big screens. To make this possible, the company has introduced DisplayPort output support. However, there are still a few possibilities similar to the Samsung DeX. As far as the working of the feature, it could be fully functional with the upcoming Android 15 update.
High performance with the latest tensor G3 SoC
According to the report, the Google Pixel will be equipped with the same SoC that was introduced in the Pixel 8 series, which means you will get professional-grade performance. However, in comparison to the last SoC tensor, G2, it will provide a little bit of performance enhancement.
Going into details, the Tensor G3 will prove to be an improved CPU for the company. It has replaced the old scores like the Cortex-X1 and Cortex-A55 cores with the late 2022 cores, which will offer enhanced power and more power efficiency. The company has also used a new setup for Coresas 1+4+4, which gives an extra CPU core.
However, there is a slight difference in processors that arrived in the Pixel 8a in comparison to the other Pixel 8 series devices. The chip has been clipped with the silicon diie inside; the chip is identical, but it is coated with plastic packages. On the other side, the regular G3 uses FOPLP (Fan-Out Panel Level Packaging).
As the Tesor chip is designed by the corporation of Google and Samsung, Samsung describes that IPoP is thicker and hotter than FOPLP, but it is also cheaper, which explains the decision.
Source – Android Authority
Following the successful launch of the Galaxy S24 flagship device, several rumors have started circulating on the internet. Now, according to the latest development, there is a new listing coming in the highlight, which means the phone is under development and will be available on the market soon.
Some reports suggest that the Galaxy S24 FE, currently under development under the code name R12, could make its market debut in late 2024. Rumors suggest that the Galaxy S24 FE will initially be available in limited markets before potentially launching globally in 2024.
The Internet has also surfaced some rumored specs of the S24 FE, revealing several details about the device, including a 6.1-inch AMOLED display, 128 GB and 256 GB of RAM, and 12 GB of LPDDR5X RAM. It might have a 4500 mAh battery for power backup.
Samsung hasn’t officially revealed anything about the Galaxy S24 FE’s features or release date yet. However, a listing in a UK carrier database suggests this phone – known for offering flagship specs at a lower price – is coming soon.
Samsung Galaxy devices come with numerous customizable applications that offer a multitude of options, enabling users to easily customize the UI elements and participate in the Galaxy ecosystem. Among the many modules available, the Lockstar module offers the ability to customize the lock screen.
With the lockstar module, users get some additional options to customize the lock screen and AOD of the Galaxy smartphone and tablet. Unfortunately, it doesn’t provide the AOD-related customization feature for the Galaxy S24 yet, but now there is good news for the users as the company has confirmed to provide some additional settings for managing the Always on Display screen.
According to the information, some Galaxy S24 users in Korea have made numerous complaints and demanded some customizability of AOD through Lockstar. However, it is unclear if these changes will be implemented through the next application update or in a different way. However, the Good Lock support team has confirmed that they are actively working on this issue.
If we talk about the AOD customization option available on other devices, you can change the color and style of the clock and other elements, and you can also manage the brightness of the AOD manually.
Samsung ritually went with the fun and vibrant color option for its Galaxy Z Flip series, and this time also the brand could stay on the same strategy for its forthcoming Galaxy Z Flip 6—recent rumors revealing plenty of details regarding the sixth-generation Galaxy Z Foldable.
Samsung is gearing up to introduce the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6 foldable at the Galaxy Unpacked event in July. These devices have also been spotted on the 3C certification website, which points to an unchanged battery charging speed.
Now the Display Supply Chain Consultant, Ross Young, has revealed the color and storage variants of the upcoming foldable phones. If the reports are to be believed, Samsung could offer seven color choices for the Galaxy Z Flip 6, which are as follows:
- Crafted in black, light blue, mint, peach, silver shadow, white, and yellow.
The executive stated that the light green and silver shades will be marketed as mint and silver shadow. However, these color variants are already found on the Galaxy Z Flip 5. It will be interesting to see whether Samsung will adopt a darker or lighter hue on the Flip 6.
The Crafted Black, Peach, and White choices are expected to be available in specific regions or in limited quantities. Notably, the lavender/purple color, which has been a staple on the Z Flips, is missing. Jumping on the Galaxy Z Fold 6, so the color options are still similar as previously reported. But here’s the catchable fact: Dark Blue will be marketed as Navy and Silver as Silver Shadow. A new light pink has also appeared, along with low-volume colors like black and white.
Apart from the color options, the reports also revealed that Samsung could continue to offer the Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Fold 6 in two variants based on storage:
- 256 GB and 512 GB storage options.