Google’s newest Pixel 3 phones are up for pre-order right now. But if you have last year’s Pixel phone, should you upgrade? There are several new features coming to the Pixel 2 that you might want to know about before spending $ 799+ on a new device.
The Pixel 3 and 3 XL will have a few exclusive features because they require specific hardware upgrades. For example, the new phones support wireless charging—and you can buy a slick-looking wireless charging stand to go with it. There’s also a second front-facing camera for capturing wider photos so you can get everyone in the group selfie.
However, Google is still a software company. While many of the coolest new features the company announced will come to the Pixel 3 first, they’ll also roll out to older Pixel phones. Some will arrive immediately, others will be a few months after the Pixel 3 drops, giving the new phones a small window of exclusivity. Either way, Google is breathing some new life into older handsets, which could play a big part in your decision to upgrade.