Google Unveils A New Convertible – The Pixel C
During its recent press event, Google unveiled a slew of new devices including a new convertible tablet called Pixel C. The "C" stands for convertible, according to a report in Tech Times. This new device is the newest addition to the Pixel line of devices, known for their smaller size and portability.
The Pixel C is actually a tablet but when attached a Bluetooth keyboard, it turns into a small laptop. While the keyboard makes for easier input, the tablet's touchscreen feature is retained and this makes it more accessible and convenient to use than a usual laptop. The keyboard is designed to fit perfectly into place with "self-aligning magnets." When not in use, the keyboard can be relegated to the back of the tablet where it is also charged when the tablet is not being used. According to the report, the keyboard can go without recharging for two months even with daily use.
The device naturally runs on the Android 6.0 Marshmallow and is entitled to software updates every six weeks. It is built of anodized aluminum and its screen measures 10.2 inches that is switchable from portrait to landscape. Display resolution is at 2,560 by 1,800 pixels and has extra brightness with 500 nits brightness. It is equipped with four microphones and this seems to be because of Google's voice command functions. It also has stereo speakers located on either side of the tablet. USB Type C is already being used for charging the device. Information about its processing power has not been revealed though. Google said they will be revealing more about the device before its release in the market.
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According to Google's Andrew Bowers, the device will be available by the holiday season. The tablet will retail for $499 for a 32 GB version, while the keyboard will be sold for $149. No word yet when the device will be brought to other markets outside of the U.S.
An Ars Technica report on the other hand noted that Google opted to use the Android OS on the tablet, instead of Google's Chrome OS, which is usually reserved for computing devices such as these.
