Google teases fall release for Pixel 4a 5G and Pixel 5

With the delayed release of the Google Pixel 4a, it isn't surprising that the company opted to share what's in the pipeline. So, during the Pixel 4a's launch, we also get some teasers on the Pixel 4a 5G and Pixel 5 5G. Both will be launched in the fall, and both will be coming to Canada.

The teaser image shows two different-sized devices, one with a matte black finish and another smaller handset with a sparklier exterior. The Verge speculates that the larger handset is the Pixel 4a 5G, while the regular-sized handset will be the Pixel 5. Google promises to share more about these devices "in the coming months."

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Google Pixel 4a gets official launch, Canadian pricing and availability

The Google Pixel 4a is finally here. At least, it'll be available on September 10 for $479. There will be no Pixel 4a XL this time, which was part of Google's plan to help keep its price down. This single Pixel 4a unit runs on a Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G processor paired with 128GB storage and 6GB of RAM. It doesn't offer storage expansion. It sports a 5.81-inch OLED panel with a tall 19.5:9 aspect ratio and 2,340 x 1,080 resolution. The only interruption on the screen is a punch-hole cutout for the 8-megapixel selfie camera with an f/2.0 aperture and 1.12µm pixels, which is a first for the Pixel. The rear camera is a single 12.2-megapixel 1/2.55-inch sensor with large 1.4µm pixels and speedy f/1.7 optics. The camera has optical image stabilization to keep your videos shake-free, and it supports Pixel 4's known features like Night Sight, Top Shot, and Portrait Mode.

It packs in a smaller 3,140mAh battery that can be charged over Power Delivery 2.0 standard at up to 18W. If you're looking for a headphone jack, the Pixel 4a still has one. There are no brightly coloured variants of this phone. Google is only offering the Pixel 4a in Just Black.

Source: GSMArena + Engadget + Android Authority

Update on Wednesday, August 5, 2020 at 5:01AM by Nicole Batac

Aside from the Google Pixel 4a, buyers can expect the 5G-ready Google Pixel 4a and Pixel 5 smartphones before the year ends.

YouTube Music gets new features, including Google Assistant recommendations on Nest speakers

Google is integrating YouTube Music more into its ecosystem. Now, the streaming app gains new features for Google Assistant, Android TV, and Google Maps.

Google Assistant on newer Nest speakers can now recommend music. All you need to say is, "Hey Google, play recommended music from YouTube Music." It will then offer personalized music suggestions, like favourite artists and genres, based on your listening history. The same feature won't work on Google Home devices, though.

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Apple reveals biggest update to 27-inch iMac in years

Apple's future may lie in the move to Apple silicon but that transition will take at least two years with the first Apple silicon-powered devices coming early 2021. For those that can't wait, or whose workflows are tied into Intel Macs, the biggest update to the 27-inch 5K iMac just happened. 

Apple today revealed a new series of 27-inch iMacs featuringfaster Intel processors up to 10 cores, double the memory capacity, next-generation AMD graphics, superfast SSDs across the line with four times the storage capacity, a new nano-texture glass option for an even more stunning Retina 5K display, a 1080p FaceTime HD camera, higher fidelity speakers, and studio-quality mics. Starting at $2,399, the new iMacs are ideal for creative studios, animators, students, or anyone looking for a versatile all-in-one that will soon run macOS Catalina.