Google Makes Own Chips for New Pixel Phones

This episode of Bloomberg Technology's Power On discusses Google's upcoming Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro phones, highlighting their new design, features, and the introduction of the Tensor chip. The new chip enhances AI capabilities, aligning Google with competitors like Apple and Samsung. The phones also feature an in-screen fingerprint reader and a revamped user interface. Despite Google's well-made devices, they have struggled to impact the Android hardware ecosystem. The Pixel 6 series aims to change this, launching alongside the Pixel 5A and competing with new devices from Samsung and Apple.

What are the two models of Google's upcoming phones mentioned in the video?

• Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 Pro

• Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 Pro

• Pixel 5 and Pixel 5 Pro

• Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro

What is the significant internal change in the new Pixel phones?

• A new system on a chip called Tensor

• A new display technology

• A new camera design

• A new battery technology

What capabilities does the new Tensor chip enhance in the Pixel phones?

• Water resistance and durability

• Artificial intelligence, including speech recognition and photo processing

• Display resolution and brightness

• Battery life and charging speed

What new feature is introduced for unlocking the Pixel phones?

• Face recognition

• In-screen fingerprint reader

• Retina scanner

• Voice command unlock

Which other companies are mentioned as competitors in the smartphone market?

• Microsoft and Nokia

• Apple and Samsung

• Sony and LG

• Huawei and Xiaomi