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Porcelain Google Pixel Fold on transparent background.
Google Pixel Fold

Brand
Google
SoC
Tensor G2 with Titan M2 co-processor
Display
Cover: 5.8-inch 2092x1080p OLED @120Hz Internal: 7.6-inch 2208x1840p OLED @120Hz
RAM
12GB LPDDR5
Storage
256/512GB UFS 3.1
Front camera
Primary: 9.5MP f/2.2 with fixed focus; Secondary: 8MP f/2.0 with fixed focus
Battery
4,821mAh
Ports
USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2
Connectivity
5G (mmWave+sub 6), Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2, NFC, UWB
Dimensions
Folded: 139.7x79.5x12.1 mm, Unfolded: 139.7x158.8x5.8mm
Weight
10 ounces (283g)
IP Rating
IPX8
Colors
Obsidian, Porcelain
Operating System
Android 13
Security
Side-mounted fingerprint sensor, Face Unlock
Material
Gorilla Glass Victus cover glass and back, aluminum frame, stainless steel hinge

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Best Google Pixel Fold deals in 2024

These are some of the best deals you're going to find on the Google Pixel Fold so don't miss out.

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The Pixel Fold is still one of the best foldable phones of 2024 and for good reasons. One of the phone's main highlights is its excellent design, which allows it to take the crown as one of our favorite book-style foldables, sitting perfectly in the hand for hours of comfortable use. In addition, it has great software, a powerful processor, and excellent cameras. Of course, foldable phones are never cheap, and the Pixel Fold is no exception here with a starting price set at $1,799.

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Best Pixel phone deals in 2024

Excellent deals on some of the best Google Pixel phones available.

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Over the years, Google's Pixel phone line up have become some of the best Android phones you can buy thanks to their sleek hardware, excellent software, and fantastic cameras. For the most part, there's a Pixel phone for pretty much every budget, making it easier than ever to pick one up. Of course, it's never a bad time to be able to save even more on your purchase, which is why we've searched across the internet for some of the best deals available.

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Best Google Pixel Fold cases in 2024

Foldables are fragile, and you should protect your brand-new Pixel Fold with one of these amazing cases.

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Google's first foldable has turned out to be well worth the wait, as it offers a sleek and compact design, flagship-grade hardware, impressive displays, and top-notch cameras, among other things. However, you'll have to pay a bit to get your hands on it. Even though Google has cut some corners, and the Pixel Fold isn't the best foldable phone on the market from a hardware standpoint, it starts at an eye-watering $1,800. To keep that investment safe, we highly recommend buying a durable case to protect it from scratches and accidental drops. After all, foldable phones are pretty fragile, and the extra protection can make a huge difference. To help you out, we've rounded up a list of the best Pixel Fold cases you can buy right now.

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 vs Google Pixel Fold: We have a clear winner

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Google Pixel Fold are the two large foldable phone of choice for Americans, and each has clear pros and cons.

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The foldable phone market is almost five years old now, and while we still can't call foldables mainstream devices, they are certainly not niche products anymore. Most of the initial concerns about foldable devices, such as durability and software, have been ironed out and are mostly non-factors — although the relatively high price is still an issue for many.

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Best Google Pixel phones in 2024

Google's Pixel smartphone lineup is stellar, but which Pixel phone should you get?

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Google just unveiled the new Google Pixel 8 series, and that includes the Pixel 8 Pro, which is one of the best Android phones around. But that doesn't mean everyone should just go out and buy the Pixel 8 Pro without looking at other options. Google has a robust lineup of Pixel devices, including bona-fide flagships, budget devices, and great foldables. Since these devices are the only phones to run stock Android, and they also feature Google's AI and machine learning advancements, there's a case to be made for a Pixel to become your next phone. We've rounded up a list of the best Google Pixel phones today so you can find the one that's right for you.

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OnePlus Open vs Google Pixel Fold: Should Google be worried?

The OnePlus Open boasts of strong specs and is priced competitively, but is that enough to go up against the Pixel Fold?

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The OnePlus Open is the company’s first ever foldable, and it's making a bee-line for the biggest competition from Google and Samsung. For starters, it’s refreshing to have a folding phone without ‘Fold’ in the name. The highlights of the OnePlus Open are its design and cameras, which means it competes directly with the Google Pixel Fold. The Open is one of the first phones to use Sony’s new LYTIA-branded camera sensor, and OnePlus is promising flagship-level camera performance. The Pixel Fold is also Google’s first attempt at a folding phone with a wider and shorter outer display and one of the best smartphone cameras. With both phones priced similarly, which one should you be rooting for?

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Pixel 8 Pro vs Pixel Fold: Which Pixel is right for you?

Should you go with Google's latest flagship or the Pixel Fold? Read on to find out!

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Google recently announced the Pixel 8 series, and both the Pixel 8 and 8 Pro have a lot to offer. The Pixel 8 Pro is the more interesting of the two as it offers an incredible flagship experience that’s more than capable of taking on today’s best phones like the iPhone 15 Pro and Galaxy S23 Ultra. However, some might say the Pixel Fold is an even more interesting device because of the foldable form factor. We’ll see how both of these phones compare and which one you should be buying.

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Best Google Pixel Fold chargers, cables, and accessories in 2023

Level up your experience with these amazing accessories for the Google Pixel Fold.

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Google is rapidly expanding its Google Pixel lineup, introducing a great foldable phone and a new smartwatch this year. We reviewed the Google Pixel Fold, and although it isn't as refined as competitors like the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5, it's a quality foldable in a new form factor. But if you're picking up a Pixel Fold for yourself or already own one, you'll know that it doesn't come with that much in the way of accessories. It includes a short USB-C cable, a USB-C to USB-A adapter, and a SIM-eject tool.

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4 reasons the Pixel experience is overrated

Almost everybody praises Google's Pixel software. While I like chunks of it, some parts are just frustrating to use

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Ever since their debut in 2016, Google Pixel phones have been beloved among Android enthusiasts thanks to their cameras and software. While I fully agree Pixel cameras are indeed great — some of the best smartphone cameras on the market — I find Pixel phones' software, particularly the UX, to be overrated.

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How to download Android 14 for Google Pixel and other Android devices

Android 14 is available via the beta channel, and you can install it on your Google Pixel right now.

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Android 14 is almost ready for prime time! For lucky owners of the Pixel Fold, Pixel Tablet, or any Pixel phone as old as the Pixel 4a 5G, you'll be among the first users to see what Android 14 has to offer, as these devices can participate in Google's beta initiative.

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Android 14 Beta 5.2 brings major bug fixes to the Pixel Fold and Tablet

If you're a Pixel Fold or Pixel Tablet user running Android 14, you're going to want to download this update ASAP.

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We're inching closer and closer to the final release of Android 14 and Google has delivered a monster update for the OS, with Beta 5.2 bringing numerous bug fixes for the Pixel Fold and Pixel Tablet. Of course, this update isn't exclusive to those two devices and is available for all compatible Pixel smartphones like the Pixel 4a 5G, Pixel 5 series, Pixel 6 series, and Pixel 7 series. If you're already enrolled in the Android Beta Progam, you can now download the latest update over-the-air (OTA).

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4 things foldable phones need to change to earn my dollars

Even the best foldable phone out there isn't good enough yet.

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Foldable phones — believe it or not — have been out for about five years now. Samsung's original Galaxy Z Fold was among the first to enter the market in 2019, meaning we've had this form factor floating in the market for quite some time. It's hard to believe it's been that long because I still think they're far from where I thought they would be in 2023. Don't get me wrong; they've come a long way in that time with things like more durable displays, water resistance, and improved hinges, among other things. It's just that there are still several foldable phone problems that keep me from using one every day. Let me highlight a few of them below before the pitchforks come out for me.

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With Samsung settling, OnePlus has the opportunity to blow the competition wide open

With Samsung’s Z Fold 5 being more of an incremental upgrade than anything else, OnePlus can capitalize on that with its OnePlus Open.

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OnePlus has always had a knack for causing a bit of a stir in the market. From their slogans and aggressive marketing campaigns to their actual product release and everything in between, OnePlus has never shied away from giving its competitors a poke every now and then. While they might have been relatively quiet on this front ever since Carl Pei left his post, OnePlus has apparently decided to borrow his playbook for the upcoming OnePlus foldable.

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Best Google Pixel Fold screen protectors in 2023

Grab one of these durable screen protectors to keep your new Pixel Fold's displays scratch-free!

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With the highly-anticipated Google Pixel Fold now available for purchase, we're sure many of you are considering picking one up. It's a pretty great device, offering Google's flagship Tensor G2 chipset, an impressive set of cameras, two gorgeous displays, and a sleek design. However, like all other foldables on the market, it's fragile compared to regular candy bar-style phones. Given that it's also very expensive, you should order a case for your Pixel Fold and slap it on as soon as you pull it out of the box. In addition, grab one of the following Pixel Fold screen protectors to keep its displays in pristine shape.

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How to install Android 13 on Google Pixel and other Android devices

For those who need it, here's some help

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The latest stable version of Android, Android 13, has officially seen its public release back in August 2022. As expected, if you’ve got an eligible Pixel smartphone, you can get in on the fun right now by downloading the Android 13 release for your device. Google also provides Generic System Images (GSI), which means the latest version of Android can be booted on non-Google Project Treble-compatible devices as well.

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The stable version Android 14 is almost here, but we'll have to wait a few more weeks until it's available to the public. To prepare for this significant transition, Google today released the final pre-release build in the form of Beta 5 to let enthusiasts as well as regular users offer last-minute feedback. As expected, the fifth beta build features finalized SDK and NDK APIs and app-facing system behaviors, so it's time for developers to get their apps ready for the new OS.

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How to download Android 13 for Google Pixel and other Android devices

Google has officially kicked off the Android 13 QPR3's stable version rollout. You can download the release right now and give it a try!

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Google officially launched the stable version of Android 13 on August 15, 2022. For lucky owners of the Pixel 7a or any devices as old as the Pixel 4a, you’ll also be among the first to see what Android 13 QPR3 has to offer, as the company has already started rolling out the update on these phones. The Pixel Fold and the Pixel Tablet are also eligible to get regular monthly security updates on top of Android 13.

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Does the Google Pixel Fold have a pen?

The Pixel Fold is competing with Samsung's Z Fold 5, which has a pen available. Does Google's option have one as well?

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Big-screen foldables, like the Google Pixel Fold, offer a tablet-sized screen when you need it and a normal-sized screen when you don’t. This large main screen is great for actions like playing games, watching content, and even doing general productivity work. But another use case for the larger main screens that come on the best foldable phones is note-taking. It can be hard to quickly jot down notes with a pen on traditional smartphones, even those with an inbuilt stylus like the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra.

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We're already 7 days into August, but since today is the first Monday of the month, that means it's time for the latest batch of Android security patches. Google today published the August 2023 Android Security Bulletin, and with it, the corresponding August 2023 security update for eligible Pixel devices. Google's Pixel phones aren't the only phones getting a freshly baked build today, though, as Samsung has also pushed new security updates to the Galaxy S23, Galaxy S20 FE, and a couple of foldables.

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 vs Google Pixel Fold: Can Samsung keep up with the competition?

Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 5 is here, but is it enough to beat the newest entrant in the big-screen foldable market, the Google Pixel Fold?

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Samsung's latest take on the big-screen foldable phone, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5, is finally here. It's only an incremental update when compared to the prior Z Fold 4, but what really matters is how the phone compares to the competition. Samsung spent years as the only manufacturer making large foldables in North America, but those days are over. Google unveiled its take on the form factor with the Google Pixel Fold this year, and it's a great yet immature smartphone. It does get a lot of things right, though, like a wider cover screen. Both are still some of the best phones released this year, so let's see how they compare.

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