The Google Pixel 4 will be official in a little under two weeks, but that hasn’t stopped countless details from leaping out of the rumor mill. The device is being considered one of the most leaked products in recent tech history, with even Google sharing several details about the device well before launch.
New details from PhoneArena suggest the AT&T may be a new Google carrier partner with the launch of the Pixel 4. While Verizon, T-Mobile, and Sprint already offer Pixel smartphones, this leaked email reveals information about the Pixel 4 being made available to AT&T merchandise teams. Over the years, Google has steadily added carrier compatibility to its devices with networks including, US Cellular, Visible, and its own Google Fi supporting Pixel smartphones.
There are murmurs than the Pixel 4 could start between $749 and $799 in price; however, these details are largely speculative at this time.
Some other recent leaks come via 9to5Google and XDADevelopers, which showcase updates to Google Assistant as well as new details about a feature called Motion Sense. Google revealed at its I/O conference in May that its voice assistant would include improvements, such as drastically diminished latency by compressing 100GB voice recognition files into just 0.5GB. Additionally, Google Assistant will have compatibility with other Gsuite apps, including Google Calendar, Gmail, Google Maps, YouTube, or Google Photos. However, several recently leaked videos show these features in action.
Some new Pixel 4 features include “Pro Session,” which users will be able to access through the Google One app to get tips and tricks for getting started with the Google smartphone. The leaks especial highlight some of the camera tip, which includes details on how to maximize the Pixel 4 for astrophotography, as well as how to properly execute dual exposure, zoom up to 8x, and quick video captures. There is also an interesting new shortcut called “social share,” which allows users to easily access photos and social media apps for quick publishing.
XDADevelopers compiles an overview of features in the video below, which also include a feature to add captions to live videos, car crash detection that will help users alert emergency services of their condition and location, Google Podcasts preinstalled, and built-in transcription and audio search for the native recorder app.
Google’s Motion Sense feature is the fruition of the long-discussed Project Soli, which is supposed to bring several air gesture and facial recognition features to the Pixel 4. Another video from XDADevelopers showcased how Motion Sense allows users to silence phone calls, skip music tracks, and pull up notifications by waving a hand over a device screen. Motion Sense appears to have also made the Face Unlock feature secure enough to authenticate mobile payments, as there are also demos of that feature in action.
9to5Google got its hands on a number of Pixel 4 marketing videos, which will likely be showcased at the October 15 launch event. They showcase the smaller Google Assistant UI, more Motion Sense functions, and a Project Soli powered Pokemon Go game.
Some Pixel 4 photo samples showcase night sight shots, the aforementioned astrophotography images, macro shots, and selfies, among others.
In addition to the many UI there have also been a number of renders and live handset leaks circulating in recent days. Renders courtesy of Evan Blass aka Evleaks shows the handset in black, white, and orange color options.
Pixel 4 in white 
Pixel 4 in black 
Pixel 4 in orange
The live leak surfaced on a Thai YouTube channel, and the leakster later attempted to sell the demo handsets on a Malaysian auction site for RM 4,999 or about $1200. From this leak, we learned that the Pixel 4 will likely feature 40W charging; however, the actual fast charge adapter might be a sold-separately accessory. The device may ship with an 18W adapter.
Other hardware features expected for the Pixel 4 include a Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 chip, a dedicated image processing chip called “Pixel Neural Core,” 6GB of RAM, 64GB, and 128GB internal storage options, and the native Android 10 operating system with three years of software updates and security support.
Both of Google’s 2019 smartphone models are expected to feature 90Hz OLED displays with Ambient EQ; however, the standard Pixel 4 model may feature a 5.7-inch Full HD+ display, while the Pixel 4 XL may feature a 6.3-inch Quad HD+ display. With USB-C power, the Pixel 4 may feature a 2,800mAh battery, while the Pixel 4 XL may feature a 3,700mAh cell.
For camera specs, the devices will likely have a double lens set up with a 12-megapixel “Dual Pixel” main sensor and a 16-megapixel telephoto. Leaks show there may be other camera sensors within the square module on the Pixel 4, but details on these features are not yet apparent.
Many are also curious about how Google will execute audio support on the Pixel 4. The brand has already made it clear that the lack of headphone jack will be a staple on its more premium devices. This has led many to believe the Pixel 4 will ship USB-C earbuds for markets where it is required by law. There have also been rumors that Google has Pixel Buds 2 in the works, which could launch alongside the Pixel 4. However, details about this product are minimal outside of the software changelog that hints at their existence. If accurate, the Pixel Buds 2 will likely be another sold separately accessory, as the original Pixel Buds currently sell for $159.
In addition to the 18W adapter, leaks have revealed that the Pixel 4 will likely sell will several accessories, including a USB-C to USB-C cord, a quick switch adapter, and a SIM tool.
