Is Pixel 6 Launching In September? Not According To The Latest Leak
The Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro are two of the most anticipated smartphones of 2021 — and now a reputable source claims to know the phones' release date. As with every year in the mobile tech space, this fall is expected to be a very busy one. Apple's expected to launch the iPhone 13 lineup in September, the Galaxy S21 FE should be here any day now, and the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro are coming to revolutionize Google's hardware strategy.
Based on what Google's revealed so far, the Pixel 6 lineup may be its strongest smartphone showing to date. The phones are powered by Google's custom Tensor silicon, are equipped with all-new camera tech, and truly stunning designs. While pricing info has yet to be revealed, the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro have all the makings of quality Android flagships.
In addition to price, another key detail that's remained uncertain is the release date. Google has confirmed the Pixel 6 series is launching in the fall, though it hasn't gotten any more specific than that. Now, a new report from FrontPageTech indicates when exactly that'll be. FrontPageTech claims the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro will officially launch on October 28. Before that, pre-orders will begin on October 19.
People actively following Pixel 6 news will know this is the second release date rumor in a few days. One leaker recently claimed the Pixel 6 would be fully unveiled on September 13 — just one day before Apple's expected to announce the iPhone 13. As many folks have pointed out, however, that doesn't make a lot of sense. Not only does Bald Panda (the person who suggested the September 13 date) have a pretty thin track record for product leaks, but launching the Pixel 6 just a day before new iPhones would almost certainly kill a lot of potential interest in the phones — something Google can't afford this year.
While there's no way to confirm FrontPageTech's report, this does sound much more likely than September 13. Google almost always announces new Pixels in October, that gives it plenty of time to let iPhone hype die down, and it still gets it out the door for the holiday shopping season. FrontPageTech also has a much stronger reputation than Bald Panda, leaking the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro's design months before Google officially unveiled it. Assuming these dates are correct, the first step will likely see Google sending out invitations for a virtual press event for the Pixel 6. That may happen on October 19 or slightly before, meaning invites should go out in late September or early October.
What'll be especially interesting to see is how Google handles demand for the Pixel 6. Due to the ongoing chip shortage, the company had to cancel the Pixel 5a in all but two markets. The Pixel 6 and 6 Pro are confirmed to release in at least eight countries, but how Google keeps up with pre-orders and sales will be interesting to watch. If October 19 is the actual date to look forward to, there isn't too much longer to go before those questions are answered.
Source: FrontPageTech