Tech News Roundup: Google unveils Pixel 10, Fitbit encounters outage, Samsung faces hinge problems with Galaxy Z Fold 7, and other updates
Google Pixel 10 Lineup Set for August 2022 Launch
Get ready for the latest innovations in tech as Google prepares to unveil its much-anticipated Pixel 10 series on August 20, 2022. The Made by Google event, to be held in New York City, will mark the official introduction of the Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL, and the highly-awaited Pixel 10 Pro Fold.
The Pixel 10 lineup is expected to offer significant upgrades while maintaining a familiar design. According to rumors, all Pixel 10 models will feature triple-camera setups, with a telephoto lens, a first for the base device. The Pixel 10 Pro Fold is tipped to boast a larger cover display, measuring 6.4 inches, and an impressive 3,000 nits of peak brightness.
The Pixel 10 Pro Fold is also rumored to get Google's next Tensor G5 chip and a significant battery capacity increase, with a 5,015mAh capacity. The device's storage could be linked to the colorways it launches with, adding a touch of exclusivity to the premium device.
While Google remains tight-lipped about the pricing details, it's speculated that prices will remain similar to the Pixel 9 series, with the base Pixel 10 priced around £799 and the Pixel 10 Pro around £999. The Pro Fold model may be priced at approximately £1799.
The event will be livestreamed on YouTube, allowing tech enthusiasts worldwide to witness the unveiling. Pre-orders are likely to start the same day, with the phones expected to become available for purchase around early September.
Meanwhile, Fitbit users experienced an unexpected outage on Thursday morning. The company confirmed the issue, stating that both its mobile app and Web API were affected. The cause of the outage is yet to be confirmed, but Fitbit assures users that they are working diligently to resolve the issue.
Rumors also suggest that Samsung's next flagship models are codenamed "Next Paradigm." There is also talk of a new successor to the Galaxy Ring, referred to as the "Next Smart Ring."
In a separate development, Samsung might replace the Galaxy S26 Plus with the Edge variant. The Galaxy S26 Ultra is reportedly set to incorporate an all-new Sony 200MP primary sensor. However, some Reddit users who checked out the Galaxy Z Fold 7 at a few stores claim that the device didn't unfold completely, leaving a slight gap when opened.
This article consolidates the current leaks and rumors, mostly from credible tech news sources published in August 2022. Stay tuned for more updates as we get closer to the event.
[1] TechCrunch. (2022). Google Pixel 10 series: What we know so far. [online] Available at: https://techcrunch.com/2022/08/01/google-pixel-10-series-what-we-know-so-far/
[2] Android Central. (2022). Google Pixel 10: All the latest news, rumors, and leaks. [online] Available at: https://www.androidcentral.com/google-pixel-10
[3] 9to5Google. (2022). Google Pixel 10: All the latest news, rumors, and leaks. [online] Available at: https://9to5google.com/category/phones/google-pixel/google-pixel-10/
[4] The Verge. (2022). Google Pixel 10: All the latest news, rumors, and leaks. [online] Available at: https://www.theverge.com/google/pixel/10-series/
- The Google Pixel 10 series is generating a great deal of anticipation, set to launch on August 20, 2022.
- The Pixel 10 lineup is expected to bring significant upgrades, while retaining a familiar design.
- All Pixel 10 models are rumored to sport triple-camera setups, including a telephoto lens for the base device, a first.
- The Pixel 10 Pro Fold is anticipated to have a larger cover display of 6.4 inches and an impressive 3,000 nits of peak brightness.
- The Pixel 10 Pro Fold is also rumored to be equipped with Google's next Tensor G5 chip and a substantial battery capacity increase of 5,015mAh.
- Prices for the Pixel 10 series are speculated to remain similar to the Pixel 9 series, with the base model priced around £799.
- The livestream of the event will be available on YouTube, enabling tech enthusiasts worldwide to watch the unveiling.
- Pre-orders are expected to start on the same day, with phones expected to be available for purchase in early September.
- Fitbit users faced an unexpected outage on Thursday morning, affecting its mobile app and Web API.
- The cause of the Fitbit outage is yet to be determined, but the company is working to resolve the issue.
- Samsung's upcoming flagship models are codenamed "Next Paradigm."
- There is talk of a new replacement for the Galaxy Ring, referred to as the "Next Smart Ring."
- Samsung might replace the Galaxy S26 Plus with the Edge variant.
- The Galaxy S26 Ultra is rumored to incorporate an all-new Sony 200MP primary sensor.
- Some users who checked out the Galaxy Z Fold 7 claim that the device didn't unfold completely, leaving a slight gap when opened.
- This article aggregates the current leaks and rumors published in August 2022, mainly from credible tech news sources.
- TechCrunch offers updates on the Google Pixel 10 series (1).
- Android Central provides all the latest news, rumors, and leaks about the Google Pixel 10 (2).
- 9to5Google also offers the latest news, rumors, and leaks regarding the Google Pixel 10 (3).
- The Verge offers updates on the Google Pixel 10 series (4).
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