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Apple Rumored to Have Product Announcement Tomorrow

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Apple will make its first product announcement of 2023 through a press release on its website tomorrow, Tuesday, January 17, according to Apple leaker Jon Prosser. MacRumors can corroborate an announcement is expected to take place this week.

The announcement could be one of several products expected in the near future, including updated MacBook Pros and Mac mini models.

The updated 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models are expected to feature the same design as the models announced in October 2021, with only updated performance thanks to the M2 Pro and ‌M2‌ Max chips. An updated ‌Mac mini‌ is also expected to benefit from the performance of new ‌M2‌ chips, but rumors suggest it will feature the same design as the current model.

MacRumors has also learned Apple will hold briefings later this week with members of the press and media on the new devices ahead of review embargoes for the new products lifting next week.

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Google Pixel Watch Release Date Rumored to Be May 26

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Samsung’s Galaxy Watch 4 was the first Wear OS 3 smartwatch.
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Rumors surrounding Google’s forthcoming Pixel smartwatch have been circulating for more than a year, and while we know some details about the product, a specific release date hasn’t even been speculated.

Today, that changed. Leaker Jon Prosser posted on Twitter that Google is planning on launching the Pixel Watch on May 26, a date that aligns with the company’s I/O developer conference.

Prosser had previously said that Google might reveal the watch alongside the Pixel 6 in October but warned that the date was a moving target. He later corrected the timeline, claiming the watch had been delayed to Q1 2022. Now the device looks likely to arrive in Q2.

While Google hasn’t confirmed the release date—no less the existence of a Pixel Watch—just yet, this latest leak should be encouraging Android users waiting for a proper Apple Watch rival because, as Prosser points out, this is the “first we’ve seen a set date on the device behind the scenes.” Moreover, Google’s I/O 2022 conference, which took place from May 18 to 20 last year, would be a logical launchpad considering it’s where Google announced Wear OS 3, the most meaningful update to its watch OS in years.

We’ve been hearing about a Google-made smartwatch for a long time now, and while Google has squashed those rumors in years past, now might finally be the time. A December report claimed the codename for the device is “Rohan” and that it’ll have a round face (like basically every other Android smartwatch). It is said to offer basic fitness-tracking, like step counts and heart rating monitoring, along with other features taken from Google-owned Fitbit.

There had been plenty of speculation about how Google would approach smartwatches after finalizing its acquisition of Fitbit last year. It was unclear whether the company would release a Pixel-branded device or go the Nest route and put its smartwatch division under the Fitbit brand. Anything is possible, but leaks and rumors suggest the wearable will be a companion device to Google’s smartphones.

If past leaks are accurate, then we’ve already seen the device. Late last year, Prosser posted on his YouTube channel what he claims are official promotional photos. They show a watch similar to the one featured in renders from April—it has a circular design and a practically bezel-free watch face that waterfalls around the edges.

As for specs, the rumored wearable could be powered by a Samsung Exynos chip and support Google Assistant, based on a report from 9to5Google that claims to have found a “PIXEL_EXPERIENCE_WATCH” feature tag within a Google app. It might have been assumed that Google would turn to Qualcomm, but remember, Google partnered with Samsung to help it fix its tragically failing smartwatch OS. We wouldn’t be surprised if this partnership also involved using the other’s hardware.

We don’t know how much the watch will cost, but a recent Business Insider report, corroborated by The Verge, claims it will be more expensive than a Fitbit and priced to compete against the Apple Watch. And like the Apple Watch, the Pixel Watch (if it’s named that) will need to be charged daily. In any case, most of what we think we “know” about the Pixel Watch is based on speculation and rumor, so this Android user is keeping his excitement in check.

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Google’s Pixel 5a Gets Leaked Ahead of Launch Later This Month

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While the upcoming Pixel 5a looks to feature a similar design to last year’s Pixel 4a 5G (pictured above), new leaks suggest its internal specs are closer to those of the standard Pixel 5.
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After not making an appearance earlier this summer as previously expected, new leaks have now revealed a bunch of the Pixel 5a core specs ahead of its official release later this month.

According to Front Page Tech’s Jon Prosser, the Pixel 5a is set to go on sale on August 26, though strangely it seems the phone will only be available in two countries (at least initially): the U.S. and Japan.

But more importantly, Prosser also detailed a few of the Pixel 5a’s headline specs, which appear to be quite similar to last year’s Pixel 5, but with a much larger display. Prosser says the Pixel 5a will feature a 6.4-inch display (most likely using an OLED panel) with a 90Hz refresh rate, which would be a significant jump up from the 6-inch screen on the Pixel 5 or the 6.2-inch display on the Pixel 4a 5G. And unlike last year, there doesn’t seem to be a smaller or cheaper version of the Pixel 5a like we got with the standard Pixel 4a. 

Other specs are rumored to include a Qualcomm Snapdragon 765 chip (which should mean the Pixel 5a will come with 5G connectivity), 6GB of RAM, and a decently large 4,650 mAh battery. Though sadly, unlike the Pixel 5, it seems the Pixel 5a won’t come with support for wireless charging.

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Notably, the Pixel 5a is also expected to feature the same cameras used on last year’s Pixel 5, while also supporting an IP67 rating for dust and water resistance and a dedicated 3.5mm audio jack. As for the Pixel 5a’s design, based on recent renders, it seems Google is sticking with a very minimalist approach, with the Pixel 5a featuring a simple matte black body, rear fingerprint sensor, and a punch-hole selfie cam in the top left corner—which is basically the same as last year’s Pixel 4a 5G.

It’s also important to note that while Google has yet to reveal pricing for the Pixel 6, with Google’s upcoming flagship not only getting a fresh new design, a new custom-built SoC, an in-screen fingerprint reader, and improved cameras, it’s clear Google is positioning the Pixel 6 as a high-end premium device. And if the Pixel 6 comes out with a price tag of around $800 or more, that could make the Pixel 5a a more important alternative for anyone looking for an affordable mid-range alternative.

Even though Prosser’s track record of leaks has been somewhat spotty this year (especially when it comes to his Apple leaks), he says that due to the nature of his source, he is “confident” that the details above will be what we get on the final device. Either way, with Prosser saying the Pixel 5a is due out on August 26, we should know a lot more before the end of the month.

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New Pixel 6 Leak Reveals Specs Months Ahead of Launch

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If these leaked specs are accurate, Google seems to be taking a very different approach with the Pixel 6 than it did for the Pixel 5 (pictured above).
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Google isn’t expected to announce its next flagship phones until sometime this fall, but now a recent leak may have just revealed the specs for the upcoming Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro months ahead of schedule.

Now before we get into the specs themselves, it’s important to note that these leaks are coming from Jon Prosser, who has had a spotty track record as of late when it comes to leaks and predictions. That said, these new leaked specs seem to be in line with previous rumors and forecasts, so while every detail may not end up being 100% accurate, this leak should give us a decent idea of what Google is working on for later this fall.

According to a “very trusted source” who spoke to Prosser, the Pixel 6 line will be split into two different models, the standard 6.4-inch Pixel (codenamed Oriel), and the larger Pixel 6 Pro (codenamed Raven).

The standard Pixel 6 specs are said to include:

  • 6.4-inch Samsung-made AMOLED screen
  • 8GB of RAM
  • 128GB or 256GB of storage
  • 8-MP selfie cam
  • 50-MP (primary) and 12-MP (ultra-wide) rear cams
  • 4,614 mAh battery

Meanwhile, the Pixel 6 Pro specs are said to include:

  • 6.71-inch LG-made pOLED screen
  • 12GB of RAM
  • 128GB, 256GB, or 512GB of RAM
  • 12-MP selfie cam
  • 50-MP (primary), 48-MP (telephoto), and a 12-MP (ultra-wide) rear cams
  • 5,000 mAh battery

Also, both the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro are expected to be powered by a custom Google chipset and will feature support for Wi-Fi 6e and 5G connectivity.

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Just by looking at those leaked specs, there are a couple of notable takeaways. The first is that with 4,614 mAh and 5,000 mAh batteries, the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro would have the largest battery capacity of any Pixel yet by far, which should go a long way towards addressing a common complaint about the Pixel line: mediocre battery life.

But on top of that, aside from the standard Pixel 6 having just two rear cams, for once it feels like Google isn’t skimping on hardware for its upcoming Pixel, which stands in stark contrast to last year’s Pixel 5 which didn’t even attempt to compete with other high-end Android phones. Personally (and I’m sure I’m not the only one), one thing I’ve been wanting Google to do for a long time is put a bigger focus on specs and hardware, and if these leaks are accurate, it seems that might finally happen with the Pixel 6. Google is even bringing back a dedicated telephoto cam for the Pixel 6 Pro, which we haven’t seen on a Pixel since the Pixel 4. 

Unfortunately, there’s no word on an exact price or release date for the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro yet, though Prosser says we should keep an eye out for more info in October.

Additionally, even before the Pixel 6 comes out, there’s another Pixel that’s rumored to be on the way. Just this week, the Pixel 5a was spotted in a filing with the FCC (via Android Police), suggesting that we could see a concrete release date in the near future, most likely before the Pixel 6 comes out in the fall.

Aside from some light info about sub-6Ghz 5G support, there aren’t a lot of details regarding the Pixel 5a’s specs. Previous rumors have hinted that the Pixel 5a will include a 6.2-inch OLED display, two rear cameras (including an ultra-wide cam), and possibly a Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G processor.

Either way, Google’s been relatively quiet in terms of new devices throughout the spring and summer thus far (aside from the Pixel Buds Series-A), and it’s starting to feel like the company could be prepping for a huge wave of new gadgets later this fall, so stay tuned for more info as we get it.

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Rumor Has It an iPhone 13 With 1TB Storage Is Coming

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If you’re the type of person that still needs more storage, Apple might have answered your prayers.

According to 9to5Mac, there are indications that this year’s iPhone lineup—yes, we’re talking about the next one already—will have 1 TB storage. The outlet cited analysts at the investment firm Wedbush, which pointed to supply chain checks as evidence. Currently, the most storage offered on iPhones is 512 GB, so an iPhone 13 with 1 TB of storage would be a first for Apple.

This isn’t the first time this rumor has shown up in Appleland. Back in October, Apple leaker Jon Prosser—who, it should be noted, isn’t always right—also teased about this possibility. Prosser reiterated this prediction in January on Front Page Tech, saying that most of the iPhone 13 high-end prototypes do feature 1 TB of storage.

“We’re in early stages of iPhone 13 right now and we kind of just have prototypes to go off of, which means that not much is actually final,” Prosser said in January. “But I will tell you that most of those prototypes, I’m being told, do feature a terabyte of storage. That is, prototypes for the pro models.”

If the rumor is true, Apple wouldn’t be the first company to make 1TB phones. Samsung and Asus started offering phones with 1TB storage capacity back in 2019.

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Other reliable chatter indicates that Apple’s newest lineup will maintain four models again this year. In other words, we’re likely looking at an iPhone 13 Mini, an iPhone 13, an iPhone 13 Pro, and an iPhone 13 Pro Max. The difference between them, which is something we all know by now, would be the cameras. And if this new rumor is true, it could also be storage—and more than we’ve ever seen on an iPhone before.



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