With smartphones getting more expensive with each release, companies have begun to release slightly less expensive phones as an alternative option for those who don't want to spend $1,000 on a phone. For example, Samsung offers the Galaxy S10e, and Apple has the iPhone XR -- both of which are priced well below their more expensive, more capable counterparts.
Google isn't standing by, as it appears the company is readying two new Pixel phones. Leaks of the unannounced phones have picked up recently, and we're confident a launch is getting closer. Until then, we've rounded up the current rumors detailing the name, specs, design, price, and speculate about a potential launch date.
Name
- Rumors started with Pixel 3 Lite
- It's looking more like Pixel 3a, and Pixel 3a XL
When rumors first started to pop up about cheaper Pixel 3 models, the unannounced phones were often referred to as Pixel 3 Lite and Pixel 3 XL Lite. Lite, of course, to indicate that the phones are a less-equipped version of the Pixel 3 proper.
However, the Pixel 3a and Pixel 3a XL[1] name recently began to show up in reports, and eventually, in Google's own online store[2].
It's unclear what the "a" stands for -- affordable?
Specs
- Mid-range phones with mid-range specs
- 5.6-inch, 6-inch displays are likely
- Both devices will use Qualcomm's Snapdragon 670 processor
Mid-range phones are all about cutting some corners in order to get the price down. Phone makers use Qualcomm's lower-tier processors,