Next-generation Pixel phones could feature Samsung's new Exynos modem

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Last year, Google released its first smartphones with its in-house Tensor processor. However, not everything inside that Tensor chipset was designed by Google. It was co-developed by Samsung's System LSI division. Next year won't likely be any different as upcoming Pixel phones are expected to use a Samsung 5G modem once again.

According to a new report from 9To5Google, the Android 13 Developer Preview codebase contains information about Pixel phones that will be launched later this year. The smartphones reportedly use the next-generation Tensor chipset codenamed GS201, and it uses an unreleased Exynos 5G modem (with model number g5300b). In comparison, the first-generation Tensor processor uses Samsung's Exynos 5123 modem and is referred to as ‘g5123b'.

The new modem is used in Google's two upcoming high-end smartphones codenamed Cheetah and Panther. These are reportedly the Pixel 7 and the Pixel 7 Pro, respectively. The unannounced Exynos modem could bring 5G connectivity improvements and could be used in Samsung's next-generation high-end smartphones.

Since Google doesn't have a rich history in making application processors, it is unclear how long the search giant will work in collaboration with Samsung to make its smartphone chipsets. Still, it's good to see increased competition in the market as Google and MediaTek have finally released high-end processors over the past few months.

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Asif Iqbal Shaik - Senior Editor

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First Samsung device: T100

Asif is a computer engineer turned technology journalist. He has been using Samsung phones since 2004, and his current smartphone is the Galaxy S21 Ultra. He loves headphones, mechanical keyboards, and PC hardware. When not writing about technology, he likes watching crime and science fiction movies and TV shows.

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Next-generation Pixel phones could feature Samsung's new Exynos modem

Asif Iqbal Shaik - Senior Editor

[email protected]

First Samsung device: T100

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