Here's what we know about the mysterious mid-range Pixel phone.
Google's Pixel 3 and 3 XL smartphones are two of the very best Android devices you can buy — if you have at least $800.
We've heard talk of a mid-range Pixel phone for a while now, and in either late 2018 or early 2019, it looks it could become a reality in the form of the Pixel 3 Lite.
Here's everything we know so far about Google's third entry in the Pixel 3 series!
The latest Pixel 3 Lite news
November 26, 2018 — Pixel 3 Lite compared to Pixel 3 XL, iPhone XR, and more in new pictures
A little over a week since the Pixel 3 Lite broke its cover for the first time, a site by the name of Wysla has shared new hands-on photos of the phone — this time comparing it to other devices that are currently on the market.
One of the most obvious comparisons for the Pixel 3 Lite is with the behemoth that is the Pixel 3 XL, and when placed side-by-side with the 3 XL, we can see just how much smaller the Lite actually is. While the Pixel 3 XL has a huge 6.4-inch screen, we're only expecting a 5.56-inch panel on the Lite model. Compared side-by-side with the regular Pixel 3, the phones look almost the same (save for the Lite's slightly larger bezel).
Other pictures go on to show the Pixel 3 Lite next to the original Pixel, iPhone XS, iPhone XR, iPhone 5S, and Nokia 3310.
November 16, 2018 — Mid-range 'Pixel 3 Lite' appears in photos with headphone jack and same great camera
Google's Pixel 3 and 3 XL are undoubtedly two of the best Android phones you can buy. However, with prices starting at $799 for the base Pixel 3 and going up to at least $899 for the XL model, they certainly aren't cheap. Thankfully, at least according to one Russian blog, a mid-range "Pixel 3 Lite" could soon be on its way.
Rozetked published a post on Friday, November 16 to share hands-on photos and reported specs for the Pixel 3 Lite that's codenamed as "Sargo." That's a codename we've heard murmurings of before, and rumors of a mid-range entry in the Pixel series have been circulating since April.
As you can see from the photos, the Pixel 3 Lite looks a lot like the regular Pixel 3. It has what appears to be a plastic back, USB-C for charging, a single 12MP rear camera that's said to be "the same as the regular Pixel 3", and a colorful power button. The bezels surrounding the display are quite a bit thicker, and instead of an AMOLED panel, the Pixel 3 Lite supposedly has a 5.56-inch 2220 x 1080 IPS screen.
You'll also find two speaker grills on the bottom frame flanking the USB-C port instead of front-firing ones, and to the delight of a lot of you reading this, there is a 3.5mm headphone jack up top (something the Pixel 3 + 3 XL lack).
Other rumored specs include a Qualcomm Snapdragon 670 (contrasting with an earlier rumor that it would use the Snapdragon 710), 4GB of RAM, 32GB of storage with no microSD expansion, and a 2,915 mAh battery that supports Quick Charge 4.0.
It's unknown which markets will get the Pixel 3 Lite, but pricing is said to be around $400 - $500 with a release expected either before the end of 2018 or at some point in Q1 2019.
All the big details
Where does the Pixel 3 Lite fit with the Pixel 3 and 3 XL?
As the name suggests, the Pixel 3 Lite will be offered as a less premium, more affordable version of the regular Pixel 3 and 3 XL. Up until now, all Pixel phones have been focused on the flagship market. As such, it'll be interesting to see Google's take on a phone under the Pixel brand that's designed to be accessible to more people.
What specs are we anticipating?
Final specs for the Pixel 3 Lite obviously aren't confirmed yet quite, but in any case, here are some of the specifications we're currently looking forward to based on the latest rumors/leaks.
| Category | Spec |
|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 9 Pie |
| Display | 5.56-inches 2220 x 1080 IPS |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 670 |
| RAM | 4GB |
| Storage | 32GB |
| Battery | 2,915 mAh |
| Camera | 12.2MP (same as Pixel 3) |
When will the phone be released?
Right now, the closest thing we have to a release date for the Pixel 3 Lite is either at some point before 2018 is over or in Q1 2019.
How much is it going to cost?
With the Pixel 3 and 3 XL having starting prices of $799 and $899, respectively, Google definitely has room to go down.
It's expected that the Pixel 3 Lite could cost somewhere in the ballpark of $400 - $500, so while it wouldn't necessarily be a budget phone, it would be a heck of a lot more affordable than its older siblings.
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