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Design
8 / 10
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Display
8 / 10
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Camera
8 / 10
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Multimedia
8 / 10
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Features
8 / 10
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Connectivity
8 / 10
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Call Quality
8 / 10
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Usability
7 / 10
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Performance
7 / 10
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Battery
7 / 10
The Google Pixel 3 was a smartphone developed and manufactured by Google, succeeding the Pixel 2 series. It was announced on October 9, 2018, and continued Google’s emphasis on camera quality, software optimization, and AI integration. The Pixel 3 was available in two sizes: the standard Pixel 3 and the larger Pixel 3 XL. Here are the key features and specifications of the Google Pixel 3:
- Display:
- Pixel 3 XL: 6.3-inch OLED display with Quad HD+ (2960 x 1440) resolution and a notch at the top.
- Processor: Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor, offering improved performance and efficiency over its predecessor.
- RAM: Both the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL had 4 GB of RAM, which was standard for flagship devices at the time.
- Storage: Available in two storage options: 64 GB and 128 GB. As with previous Pixel phones, there was no option to expand storage using a microSD card.
- Camera:
- Rear Camera: A single 12.2-megapixel camera on the back, continuing Google’s focus on computational photography for excellent image quality and features like Night Sight for low-light photography.
- Front Cameras: Dual 8-megapixel front cameras for wide-angle selfies and improved portrait mode.
- Software: Launched with Android 9.0 Pie, the Pixel 3 offered a clean and pure Android experience with regular updates directly from Google.
- Design: The Pixel 3 series featured a glass back with a two-tone design and an aluminum frame. The Pixel 3 XL had a noticeable notch at the top of its display.
- Battery: The Pixel 3 had a 2,915 mAh battery, while the Pixel 3 XL had a larger 3,430 mAh battery. The phones offered optimized software to extend battery life.
- Wireless Charging: Both models supported wireless charging, and Google introduced the Pixel Stand, a wireless charging stand with additional features when paired with the Pixel 3.
- Active Edge: The Active Edge feature from previous Pixel phones was also present in the Pixel 3, allowing users to squeeze the sides of the phone to trigger certain actions.
- Front-Facing Speakers: Stereo front-facing speakers provided improved audio quality for media consumption.
- Water Resistance: The Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL had an IP68 rating for water and dust resistance, allowing them to withstand immersion in up to 1.5 meters of water for up to 30 minutes.
