Google May Drop a 5G Pixel 4—Could They Beat Apple?
Rumor mill alert! According to a Nikkei report citing unnamed insiders, Google is reportedly gearing up to unveil a 5G‑enabled Pixel 4. The next‑gen model has allegedly already entered test production and could hit the spotlight at next week’s launch event, potentially giving Apple a run for its money in the 5G race.
What the Buzz Is About
Besides the 5G Pixel 4, the brand is expected to release two 4G versions of the Pixel 4. Those models are already in mass production and should ship right after the product reveal.
Word on the street is that if the rumor is true, the first 5G smartphone from a U.S. company would see the light of day—joining the likes of Samsung and Huawei, and keeping a full year ahead of the upcoming 5G iPhone set to launch in September.
Why the Timing Might Change
- The Nikkei insider suggests Google could push the 5G reveal to Spring next year, pairing it with a budget Pixel phone (likely the successor to the Pixel 3a).
- Because the device is still in the testing phase, an early announcement could hurt sales of the 4G variants.
- 5G coverage isn’t yet ubiquitous, so there’s little incentive to rush out a 5G phone this year.
Still, having 5G support would be a game‑changer for the Pixel 4. The brand has historically leaned into camera quality, so this new feature might just be the extra spark it needed to stay competitive on the hardware front.
Other Possible Surprises
The report also hints at a new smartwatch—an item that hasn’t been discussed in detail before. While most of the Pixel 4 specs have already been leaked, Google seems to be keeping a few surprises up its sleeve.
Stay tuned—this could be the most intriguing month in Google’s smartphone history yet!
Original source: Hardware Zone
