In addition to two new smartphones and the company’s first smartwatch, complete with Fitbit integration, Google also unveiled several Nest products earlier this week. Google first gave us a glimpse of the Pixel 7 lineup and Pixel Watch during Google I/O in May, but stopped short of giving us all the details. We now know everything there is to know about the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro. Below I’ll break down all of the details, including when you can get either of Google’s latest smartphones in your hands. Also: Google Pixel Watch vs Galaxy Watch 5 Pro: Did Google just beat Samsung?
When can I order the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro?
The Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro are both available for preorder right now. Deliveries of both phones will begin on Friday, Oct. 13.
How much do the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro cost?
The Pixel 7 will start at $599, while the Pixel 7 Pro will start at a respectable $899. Those are the same prices that the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro started at.
What are the best deals on the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro?
You can preorder either new Pixel model directly from the Google Store. Carrier and retail partners are taking part in the preorder process, too, and we’ve updated this post with announced deals. AT&T, for one, is offering a free Google Pixel 7, or up to $800 off the Google Pixel 7 Pro – bringing it down to $100 before taxes and fees – when you trade in an eligible device. The promotion is available for new and existing customers. Best Buy’s presale offer is just as compelling, with the big-box retailer including a $200 e-Gift card with the purchase of the Pixel 7 Pro. More: Google Pixel 7 vs. Pixel 7 Pro: How to buy the right one for you
What colors do the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro come in?
Google has become somewhat known for picking unconventional colors for its Pixel lineup, and that trend continues with the Pixel 7 line. Here are the available colors based on the model: Pixel 7 colors: Obsidian, Snow, Lemongrass Pixel 7 Pro colors: Obsidian, Snow, Hazel For reference, obsidian is the black option, snow is the white, lemongrass is a type of yellow, and hazel is a neutral.
What about the specifications for the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro?
The Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro share a lot of the same specifications as last year’s Pixel 6 lineup, but use the new Google Tensor G2 processor.
What are the cameras like on the Pixel 7 and Pixel Pro?
When Google first unveiled its Pixel smartphone line, it quickly earned the title of one of the best smartphone cameras money could buy. But then, many argued, Google became complacent with the camera hardware and relied too heavily on software tricks and image processing to improve picture quality. Also: How Google Assistant is getting an upgrade with the Pixel 7 Well, with the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro, Google has updated both the software and hardware, and promises a much improved camera experience. The Pixel 7 Pro will have a macro photography mode, as well. As for software features, both phones will have a long list of Google Camera features, including Magic Eraser, Photo Unblur, Real tone, Face Unblur, Panorama, Locked Folder, Night Sight, Top Shot, Portrait Mode, Motion autofocus, and Live HDR+. As for recording video, a new Cinematic Mode will make its debut on the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro, along with 10-bit HDR video. We will, of course, have plenty more to say about the new Google Pixel phones and watch over the coming days and weeks so keep checking back for all of our Google-related coverage.
