Sneak Peek: Visualizing the Next-Gen Google Pixel Fold 2 Design
Leaked renders of the purported Google Pixel Fold 2, courtesy of tipster Steve Hemmerstoffer (@OnLeaks) in collaboration with Smartprix, have provided enthusiasts with a glimpse of what the next-generation foldable smartphone from Google might entail. Unlike recent Pixel-branded smartphones, the Pixel Fold 2 is depicted sans a horizontal camera visor, indicating a departure from the design language seen in previous iterations. Alongside this notable change, the leaked images offer insight into the dimensions of both the inner and outer displays of the foldable device, shedding light on its overall form factor and proportions.
Rendered in a sleek Charcoal (dark grey) colorway, the Pixel Fold 2 showcases a refined design aesthetic, with meticulous attention to detail evident in the placement of various components such as the camera module, buttons, and USB port. The absence of a horizontal camera visor marks a departure from the design language observed in recent Pixel smartphone models, signaling a potential shift in Google’s approach to camera integration on its foldable devices.
Of particular interest is the revamped camera setup on the Pixel Fold 2, which eschews the traditional visor design in favor of a streamlined camera island housing three cameras and an LED flash. This strategic redesign not only enhances the visual appeal of the device but also underscores Google’s commitment to delivering innovative features and capabilities in its foldable smartphone lineup.
As anticipation builds for the official unveiling of the Pixel Fold 2, these leaked renders offer a tantalizing glimpse into what could be a game-changing addition to Google’s product portfolio, poised to redefine the landscape of foldable smartphones in the market.
The Pixel Fold 2 will sport a 6.4-inch outer screen that has rounded corners and a centre-aligned hole punch cutout at the top of the screen for the selfie camera. When unfolded, the phone has a 7.9-inch inner display. The renders indicate the presence of a camera sensor at the top right corner of the inner screen, which is said to house an under-display camera.
The leaked renders also show other, smaller elements including the buttons on the foldable phone. Both the power and volume buttons are found on the right side of the screen, when unfolded. According to the publication, the top edge only contains a speaker grille and an antenna band, while the bottom edge contains a USB Type-C port, another speaker grille, a SIM card slot, and a microphone.