Google Pixel 3 smartphone - pros and cons

The first own smartphone from Google was presented back in 2010. This was the Nexus lineup. The popularity of models prompted not only Google fans to try the device in action. The best manufacturers fought for the right to produce smartphones from a well-known corporation. Over the years, Google has collaborated with such giants as Samsung, LG, Huawei.

Tired of choosing which company is better to entrust the production of their devices, Google decided to conquer the ratings of quality devices only under its own label. This is how the Pixel was born in 2016.

On October 9, 2018, in New York, a presentation of several innovative devices from Google, among which the smartphone was demonstrated last Google Pixel 3 Now there is no point in guessing about the characteristics, this article will tell you everything about the new smartphone, its advantages and disadvantages.

Equipment

Upon opening the box, the user will find the following set inside:

• instructions, advertising brochures;
• charging (fast charging functionality);
• USB Type-C cable;
• adapter for USB Type-C from regular USB;
• a clip for the sim card tray;
• headphones with a USB Type-C plug;
• smartphone.

Appearance

Google Pixel 3 compares favorably among smartphones in its class. If you look at its back wall, you can clearly see the difference in the texture of the materials used. The upper part, where the camera lens and flash are located, is made of glass. The lower and larger part has a matte coating, and a pleasant roughness to the touch. It is in this part that the fingerprint sensor is located.

It is through the fingerprint scanner that the smartphone is unlocked. There has been a lot of controversy about the location of the fingerprint reader. Probably, such placement of the sensor will appeal to those who have already used a similar device.

The front of the device has a wide upper border, where the camera lenses are located, which we will talk about below.

The frame is made of aluminum.

Device dimensions: 145.6 x 68.2 x 7.9 mm (WxHxT), weight: 148 grams.

As for the color solutions, the company's developers showed a certain creativity in their names, so the user has the right to choose between: just black ("simple", by the way, this is part of the color name), crystal white and not pink. It is with the prefix "not" that ladies can choose a phone for themselves.

An interesting color scheme is also noted on the power button of the device, the black device has got a button of the same color, white - green, not pink - hot pink.

There are two slots for SIM cards, one for a nano-type card, the other for an eSIM.

Screen

The device received a 5.5-inch screen diagonal, as a percentage of the body - 77.2%. This will undoubtedly disappoint those expecting a device with an almost bezel-less display. The resolution was 1080x2160, the density was 443 pixels per inch. The multi-touch P-OLED display is covered with high-quality Corning Gorilla Glass 5, the developers of which officially declare that the glass will remain intact even if dropped from a height of 1.5 m. Number of colors - 16 million

The aspect ratio is 18: 9.

If we talk about the screen, then it is worth noting that it is equipped with functionality:

• Always-on display;
• 100% DCI-P3, that is, coverage of a wider color spectrum of natural origin;
• HDR.

By the way, Google has placed the following sensors in the device:

• movement;
• approximation;
• Sveta;
• barometer (measures pressure);
• gyroscope;
• compass;
• accelerometer.

Sound

The device received dual front-facing stereo speakers and, according to the assurances of the developers, they produce sound 40% louder.

For those who like to use headphones, information about the absence of a traditional 3.5mm jack among the connectors will be useful, an adapter for the Type-C input will come in handy.

There is an active noise canceling function with a dedicated microphone.

As for the sound and format of notifications, vibration, MP3 and WAV ringtones are available to the user.

Camera

Today, more brands are packing their smartphones with a dual rear camera, but Google has its own way. The main lens is only one and has a 12.2 megapixel (f / 1.8 aperture). Not enough, many will think, but the pixels by which we are used to evaluating the camera are far from all. On the Google Pixel 3, all work is done inside the device. The user presses the button just once, and Top Shot technology takes several pictures at once. From the received, the owner of the smartphone can manually select the best frame or use the hint of a smart camera that can recommend a really outstanding photo from the received ones.

Another announced technology of the photo module is the Night Sight function, thanks to which photos in low light conditions and at night will be an order of magnitude better than what we are used to getting.

A nice bonus is the presence of dual LED flash, automatic HDR and panoramic mode.

The front camera has got two sensors, each of which has 8 megapixels, the difference is in the aperture (f / 1.8 and f / 2.2), one of the lenses is wide-angle.

Among the interesting functionality of the front-end:

• Group Selfie Cam - makes it possible to place a large number of people in one photo, i.e. the camera works as an ultra wide-angle one (here it is - the merit of the satellite lens);
• PlayGround - will delight those who, despite their age, do not mind adding the Hulk to their video or taking a selfie with Iron Man.

The Google Lens function is already built into the camera, aim the lens at the poster and the device will give all the necessary information regarding what it "saw".

As for video, the main lens will shoot videos in quality: 2160p @ 30fps, 1080p @ 30/60 / 120fps, 720p @ 240fps, 1080p @ 30fps. Front: 1080p @ 30fps

Performance and memory

As a filling, the smartphone received OS Android 9.0 (Pie). Processor: Qualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845, 8-core, 4 × 2.5 GHz Kryo 385 Gold & 4 × 1.6 GHz Kryo 385 Silver architecture. Responsible for the graphics Adreno 630.

Memory indicators: "RAM" - 4 GB, built-in 64/128 GB. There is no separate slot for a memory card, as well as the possibility to enlarge it. For many, this limitation will seem a disadvantage, but it is worth remembering that the owners of smartphones from Google are provided with unlimited cloud storage.

The memory capacities combined with the Snapdragon 845 processor and the excellent video chip give mobile gamers hope for an excellent gaming performance.

The device is able to support both simple digital mobile communication standards (GSM, UMTS) and high-speed LTE standards. Satellite navigation will be carried out by supporting A-GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BDS. There is a possibility of connection via Wi-Fi (802.11).

Autonomy

The non-removable lithium-ion battery has a capacity of only 2915 mAh, which, frankly, is not a pleasant surprise. Fast charging (9V / 2A 18W) is designed to minimize the inconvenience of a not too impressive capacity. And also support for the functionality of wireless make-up (QI).

Additional functionality

In addition to everything described above, it is worth noting support for NFC, wireless Bluetooth 5.0 connection, the presence of a built-in photo and video editor, as well as an application for working with documents.

A useful functionality in a situation where it is impossible to answer a call is the presence of a built-in assistant who will not only talk to the caller, but also provide a report to the owner.

Disconnect the phone without unnecessary gestures will allow the Flip to service, just turn the phone upside down.

Total and cost

For convenience, the main technical characteristics are summarized in the table:

The Pixel 3 has definitely not disappointed fans in terms of memory and performance. The materials used in the creation of the case also, of course, added the status and quality of the device. But the wide top frame, to put it mildly, surprised, to say the least - disappointed. I would like to believe that its size will be justified by the quality of the images obtained from the front camera. After all, it is her lenses that flaunt in a wide cut.

• attractive, fashionable design;
• high-quality body materials;
• great camera;
• "Pure" Android;
• modern powerful filling;
• fingerprint scanner;
• Corning Gorilla Glass 5 screen protector;
• fast charging function;
• Always on Display function;
• NFC support.

• no FM radio;
• memory cards cannot be used.

The cost of the device will depend on the amount of internal memory. A 64GB smartphone costs $ 800, while a 128GB model costs $ 900. We can safely say that the device will not become a budget device, even after the subsequent cost reduction.