Google rumoured to bundle Pixel 6 in Pixel Pass subscription service

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If this leak from M. Brandon Lee is accurate, Google might be exploring offering a subscription package of its own. But it won't just be for its services. The rumour says Google might be bundling in its upcoming Pixel 6, too. The package will reportedly include Google One, Play Pass, Google Fi, YouTube Premium, and an extended warranty. It does seem like the Apple One subscription bundle, but that offer is just for Apple's digital services.

The Pixel Pass will reportedly offer regular upgrades to subscribers, but it isn't clear how frequent the upgrades will be. Ideally, they will provide a new phone every time they release a new device. Potential subscribers need to apply for the plan before being allowed to subscribe. But it will offer a way to cut down costs by trading in old phones. We aren't sure how true this rumour is, but it would make it compelling to get a Pixel device through this option. Perhaps we'll learn more during the October 19 event.

Source: GadgetMatch

Leaked Google Pixel 6 teasers claim five years of Android security updates

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If there's one reason Google wants you to choose its upcoming Pixel 6 flagship phones, it's the more extended access to security updates. Leaker Evan Blass shared teaser pages from Carphone Warehouse that promises "at least" five years of security updates, which is a year longer than Samsung's promise. That means your Pixel 6 will receive up-to-date protection as late as 2026.

The teaser also shares camera features like Magic Eraser, which takes out photobombers; Face Unblur, which keeps subjects in focus; and an ultra-wide front camera for group shots. The Pixel 6 is said to have a 50-megapixel main sensor, 12-megapixel ultra-wide, and the Pixel 6 Pro gets an additional 48-megapixel telephoto lens.

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New Google Pixel 6 leaks shares pricing and availability details

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Google has already shared a lot of information about the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro. But a German retailer revealed pricing and availability details ahead of Google's launch on October 19. The Pixel 6 will reportedly have 8GB of RAM, 128GB of storage, a 6.4-inch display, a 50-megapixel main camera, and a 12-megapixel ultra-wide camera. It's listed at €649 (around CA$938 converted) and is reportedly on sale in Germany on October 28, consistent with recent rumours.

Source: Gizmodo

Google teases Pixel 6, 6 Pro ahead of fall launch

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Google has been taking a different approach to its smartphone announcements. This year, the company is showing off the upcoming Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro months before their launch, with the two new devices running on Google's first-ever smartphone chip—the Google Tensor. The processor focuses on aspects that Google does best: AI and machine learning. The company plans to improve the camera, voice commands, translation, captioning, and dictation on these phones.

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