Image : Google As predicted, the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL were made available for preorder following October 9th’s Made by Google event. The phones can be preordered now on Google’s online store page. The Pixel 3 will run you at least $799 or monthly payment of $33.29 for 24 months, while the Pixel 3 XL starts at $899, and can be leased for $34.47 over 24 months as well. Preorders will begin shipping out in just a few days, on October 17th, with October 18th being the official launch date. Advertisement In terms of what carriers are supporting the Pixel 3 and 3 XL, buying directly through Google’s store link above can nab you an unlocked phone to bring over to the service carrier you already have. However, if you’re looking for a new provider, Google’s own Project Fi cell carrier also has preorder deals for both phones. Prices are the same as listed above, but you can trade in your current phone for credit which can knock as much as $435 off the purchase price. If you order both a Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL before their shared October 17 ship date, Google will also throw in a whopping $799 service credit for your Project Fi account. Verizon customers will also be happy to know that Google is continuing its partnership with the mobile carrier, providing preorders for Pixel phones with Verizon SIM cards through the Google store as well. All Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL preorders also include six free months of YouTube Music premium. We expect preorder stock to go fast, so if you want one it’s best to hop to it. Historically, it’s been difficult to get your hands on Pixel phones in the weeks (and even months) following release. But with Google targeting a wider release in multiple markets, it’s hopefully an indication the company is ready to get these phones in as many hands as possible. If any other preorder options open up, we’ll be sure to include them here. Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL Specs The official announcement event finally brought the clarity to the Pixel 3 and 3 XL’s specs, which have been heavily rumored and speculated on in the weeks and months leading up to their reveal. Advertisement The Pixel 3 features a 5.5-inch organic LED (OLED) screen, while the 3 XL will have a 6.3-inch, edge-to-edge OLED screen—and yes, the 3 XL’s previously rumored notch is very much real. The even placed extra emphasis on the Pixel 3 and 3 Xl’s cameras. Pixel phones have always had lauded camera quality, and these newest models are pushing things even further. Both phones will have Dual 8-megapixel front-facing cameras, and a 12.2-megapixel rear camera. Google is also deepening the AI integration with the cameras to further enhance the user’s abilities to take great photos. Advertisement In terms of hardware specs, the previously rumored Snapdragon 845 support appears to have been correct, as the chipset is present on both phones along with 4 GB of RAM and running the latest version of Android 9 Pie out of the box. You can get the Pixel 3 and 3 XL in 64GBs of internal storage, though 128GB models are also available for an additional $100 to the asking price. Google also lists the battery size for the Pixel 3 as 2915 mAh, and 3450 mAh for the Pixel 3 XL — both of which can be charged wirelessly. Updated on 10/9/2018 at 1:30 p.m. ET: This post has been updated following the October 9 Made by Google event, with all preorder information including pricing and lease options, supported carriers, available color models, and special offers, as well as all announced specs for the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL. We will continue to update if more preorder options become available.<doc-sep>We've got more than one reason to be excited about Google's October 9 event. We are waiting on a duo of Pixel 3 phones, a Pixelbook, a wireless charging stand and the next-generation Chromecast device. Now more good news arrived - those who are mostly in for the smartphones will be able to pre-order the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL right after the event. In a promotional email, Google is letting potential Pixel buyers know that they can pre-order both phones after the October 9 event has finished. However, there's no word on when the actual shipments will start. Our best guess is that it will take at least a week. The email also contains a .gif with the number 3 transitioning from black to white to mint. So this is probably enough to confirm the rumors of a white Pixel phone and the mint-colored powered button is here to stay. Source<doc-sep>If you haven’t heard, the forthcoming Google Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL have, well, leaked. And by leaked, I mean they might just be the most leaked phones ever. Let’s take a trip down memory lane and check out all the leaks we’ve seen of the next Google Pixels… Every phone sees its share of leaks in the months running up to their launch, but this season with the Pixel has been extraordinary. Both phones are almost entirely in the open. It all kicked off in late May with the leak of a couple purported screen protectors, and that was quickly followed up with a report from Bloomberg a couple days later detailing much of the information that has come to leak out via other avenues since then. But what about actual images and renders of the devices themselves? Here’s a look at every single actual photo and render leak of the Google Pixel 3 and 3 XL so far — all in chronological order. Buckle up, there’s a lot to see here. June 7th – The very first in-the-flesh Pixel 3 XL images The two above images were the very first in-the-flesh photos of the Pixel 3 lineup. They are early DVT units sporting the Google prototype logo (as we confirmed). This image was also our first confirmation that “crosshatch”, the long rumored codename, was indeed the Pixel 3 XL. This un-booted Pixel 3 XL also confirmed that a 128 GB storage, 4GB RAM variant at least existed. These images were mostly just more of the same. They actually showed less information than the original ones since the person who leaked them didn’t turn on the device. June 27th – Renders based on OnLeaks’ CADs OnLeaks — otherwise known as Steve Hemmerstoffer — partnered with MySmartPrice to leak out the very first CAD-based renders of the devices. The external design and colors were just a guess at this point I believe, but it was nonetheless our prettiest look at the devices up to this point. July 29th – First real-life images of the Google Pixel 3 XL in white surface via XDA The XDA forums were the source for a couple of the first initial leaks, and these were no exception. These photos corroborated the very first leak, showing a Pixel 3 XL with a notch and codenamed crosshatch. This was the first leak of the white model, however, which was significant at the time. It also confirmed the existence of a 64GB model and gave us a more detailed look. August 8th – The first unboxing video and images And then the flood began. A Ukrainian phone dealer by the name of Binshop on Telegram got their hands on devices, and began to sell them and spread them among Russian media. The first big blockbuster happened on August 8th, when an unprecedented complete unboxing of the white Pixel 3 XL showed up online. This confirmed many more details. The leaks up to this point were pretty par-for-the-course with previous years, but this leak brought with it a fully functional device running pre-release software (which obviously deluged a lot of information), and we got a look at all the goodies in the near-retail box as well. We got to see how Android 9 Pie handled the notch with this leak, many hardware specifications were confirmed like the display resolution and 4GB of RAM, and more. The box gave us a look at wired Google Pixel Buds, the included dongles and adapters, stickers, and more. This leak was pretty much the endgame, and everything that has shown up since has been less exciting or essentially repeats of the same leaks. Official renders wouldn’t come until much later. August 10th – First sketchy hands-on video showing the device powered on Following the initial video, another video surfaced from the same source showing more specs. This confirmed camera specs, battery specs, screen size, and more for the Pixel 3 XL. August 20th – Spy shots of Pixel 3 XL appear on Toronto public transit On August 20th, we got our first spy shot! This was the very first leak taken via a shot captured in public — and in this case it happened to be public transit in Toronto, Canada. These images obviously didn’t really teach us anything new, but they did gives us yet another look at the black Pixel 3 XL. They also showed a device with a case — likely one of Google’s own! August 22nd – Russian blogger shows Pixel 3 XL and confirms wireless charging After many requests, a Russian blogger who had previously shared images and video confirmed that, indeed, the Pixel 3 XL has a glass back and supports wireless charging. This leak, on August 22nd, was the most high-quality look at the white Pixel 3 XL up to that point. We got some really nice close ups shot with professional camera gear. While short on information (most of it had already leaked by this point), the galleries of eye candy were extensive here. August 23rd – The first Google Pixel 3 XL “review” A day later, the first “review” of the Google Pixel 3 XL showed up on the internet. Of course, this was unprecedented (although perhaps not surprising given the extent of the leaks), and came with a couple more shots. One image showed the Pixel 3 XL next to a flagship Samsung phone. August 25th – A high-quality unboxing surfaces from Russian media Yet another Russian blog put up a hands-on video with the same white Pixel 3 XL. Again, this was another case where there wasn’t much new info. But if you wanted to watch a high-quality unboxing of the Pixel 3 XL this was yet another option for you. August 30th – First real-life photos of Google Pixel 3 The smaller Google Pixel 3 has managed to avoid the real-life photo leak treatment for a long time, but the time finally came on August 30th. We got to see the non-XL Google Pixel 3 in black with its glass top-third, and much the same physical design of the larger model (sans the notch). The anonymous redditor with this phone in hand also seemingly ran 9to5Google’s own Dylan’s app Inware, which showed many of the phones specs such as battery size, which is 2,915 mAh. September came around, and with it, the Google Pixel 3 XL showed up again. This time, a Google engineer seemingly left their prototype in a Lyft, and the driver quickly popped off the case and posted pictures on the internet for our perusal. At this point, the leaks were getting humorous. September 18th – First official press renders A couple weeks later, the first official-looking press renders via nieuwemobiel.nl showed the Google Pixel 3 and 3 XL exactly as we’d seen them in the many leaks up to this point. There was the smaller Pixel 3 and the new, larger Pixel 3 XL that embraces a new notched display. The renders also showed one of the device’s purported official fabric cases. This line of cases launched with the Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL last year, and it seems like they’re sticking around — with a very similar design — this year. September 21st – More hands-on images from a likely black market buyer More hands-on images of the phone surfaced not long after. Nothing new here, really. September 21st – Evan Blass chimes in with unneeded confirmation of both phones Yet more renders leaked on September 21st from Evan Blass. These weren’t notable from a content perspective, but they were notable because of their source. Blass has a notorious track record, and this was the leak many would argue finally put the ridiculous Google Pixel Ultra rumors to bed. This is them, says Blass. September 24th – Official press renders of both Pixel 3 and 3 XL in black and white WinFuture came out just a couple days after Blass with some more renders that looked to be straight out of Google’s marketing assets.<doc-sep>
We already know Google is scheduled to take the wraps off its new Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL smartphones during a 'Made By Google' press event on October 9, but it looks like you'll be able to start placing pre-orders as soon as the event ends. As rumours go, this one seems pretty plausible, especially since Google started to accept pre-orders for its Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL immediately after the handsets were announced on-stage during a launch event in October last year. The latest information comes courtesy of Android Central, which claims to have seen a promotional email from Google with details of when the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL will become available to purchase online. Elsewhere, the email supposedly suggests a few questions to ask Google Assistant to eke out a little more information on the upcoming Made By Google event. It suggests “What's this announcement about? ", "When are you making this announcement? ", and "How can I found out more about this announcement?". Unfortunately, the answers don't give a whole lot away, with the only interesting reply being "Looks like there might be something about a new phone – and maybe, just maybe a few other new things.” Last year, the Mountain View-based company used its Made By Google event to introduce new Pixel smartphones alongside its Google Home Mini and Home Max smart speakers. It's possible we'll see updated to the Google Home range, Google Wi-Fi router system, or an entirely new product category. If this recent concept video is anything to go by, we'd absolutely love to see Google take the wraps off a Pixel Watch. Although, that seems more likely next year. Google Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL will be available in Black, White and Sand colour finishes at launch, new rumours suggest Earlier this week, new leaked images revealed the three finishes set to launch with the Google Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL will be Black, White and Sand. The latter will purportedly be a subtle pink shade, rather than the light teal colour previously teased for the new Pixel handset. Unless Google pulls the rug from under us, it appears the 'Kinda Blue' finish introduced with the Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL last year has met its maker. Also dropped from the line-up is the 'Panda' black-and-white colour combination.