Smartphone Google Pixel 3 - advantages and disadvantages

Google launched its first smartphone in 2010. It was the Nexus lineup. The popularity of the 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. So in 2016, the Pixel was born.

On October 9, 2018, 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:

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

Appearance

Google Pixel 3 compares favorably among smartphones in its class. If we consider its back wall, we can clearly see the difference in the texture of the materials used. The upper part, where the camera lens and flash is placed, is made of glass. The lower and most part has a matte coating, and to the touch - a pleasant roughness. 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 convenience of the location of the fingerprint scanner. Probably, such a 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 discuss below.

The frame is made of aluminium.

Device dimensions: 145.6 x 68.2 x 7.9 mm (WxHxD), 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 (“just”, 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 solution is also noted on the power button of the device, the black device has got a button of the same color, white - green, and not pink - hot pink.

There are two slots for SIM cards, one for a “nano” type card, the second for an eSIM.

Screen

The device received a screen diagonal of 5.5 inches, as a percentage of the body - 77.2%.This will undoubtedly disappoint those who expected to get a device with a near bezel-less display. The resolution was 1080x2160, density 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 even if dropped from a height of 1.5 m, the glass will remain intact. Number of colors - 16 million.

The aspect ratio is 18:9.

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

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

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

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

Sound

The device has got dual front 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 to the Type-C input will come in handy.

There is a function of active noise reduction with a dedicated microphone.

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

Camera

Today, more and more brands are stuffing their smartphones with a dual rear camera, but Google has its own way. The main lens is only one and has 12.2 megapixels (f/1.8 aperture). Few, many will think, but those pixels by which we are used to evaluating the camera are far from all. In Google Pixel 3, all the work is done inside the device. The user presses the button just once, and Top Shot technology takes multiple shots at once. The owner of the smartphone can manually select the best shot from the received ones 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 was 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 receiving.

A nice bonus is the presence of a 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 widescreen.

Among the interesting functionality of the front camera:

• Group Selfie Cam - allows you to put a large number of people in one photo, i.e. the camera works like an ultra wide-format (here it is - the merit of the satellite lens);
• PlayGround will delight those who, despite their age, would like to add the Hulk to their video or take a selfie with Iron Man.

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

As for the video, the main lens will shoot videos in the quality: , /60/120fps, , Front:

Performance and memory

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

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 increase it. To many, such a limitation will seem like a disadvantage, but it is worth remembering that Google smartphone owners are provided with unlimited cloud storage.

The amount of memory, combined with the Snapdragon 845 processor and an excellent video chip, gives hope to mobile gamers for 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 the ability to connect via Wi-Fi (802.11).

autonomy

The capacity of the non-removable lithium-ion battery was only 2915 mAh, which, frankly, is not a pleasant surprise. To minimize the inconvenience of a not too impressive capacity, the ability to quickly charge (9V / 2A 18W) is designed. As well as support for wireless recharge (QI) functionality.

Additional functionality

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

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

The Flip to service will allow you to turn off the phone without unnecessary gestures, just turn the phone upside down with the screen.

Outcome and cost

The main technical characteristics for convenience are summarized in the table:

The presented Pixel 3 definitely did not disappoint fans in terms of memory and performance.The materials used in the creation of the case also, of course, added to 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 received from the front camera. After all, it is her lenses that flaunt in a wide neckline.

• attractive, fashionable design;
• high-quality body materials;
• excellent camera;
• "pure" Android;
• modern powerful stuffing;
• fingerprint scanner;
• screen protection Corning Gorilla Glass 5;
• 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 built-in memory. A smartphone with 64 GB will cost $800, while a model with 128 GB will cost $900. We can safely say that the device will not become budget, even after the subsequent price reduction.