Essential Phone Launches: Specs of Andy Rubin's Flagship
Design
The display runs nearly to the top of the phone and wraps around the selfie camera. The phone carries no branding on the front or back. It is made of ceramic and titanium, which is meant to make it durable. Modular accessories include a 360-degree camera that records 4K 360-degree video at 30 frames per second, and a charging dock.
Specifications at launch
| Part | Detail |
|---|---|
| Display | 5.71 inches, 2560 x 1312, 19:10 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 835 |
| Memory and storage | 4GB RAM, 128GB |
| Rear camera | Dual, with a monochrome sensor for low light |
| Other | USB Type-C, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, 3,050 mAh battery |
| Software | Android 7.1.1 Nougat |
Colours and pre-orders
Four colours were planned: Black Moon, Stellar Grey, Pure White and Ocean Depths. Only the black and white versions could be pre-ordered, in the US, at roughly $943 CAD. That price is historical. The writer hoped for a Canadian release but did not know if it would happen.
Frequently asked questions
Who is Andy Rubin?
Andy Rubin is widely described as the father of Android and is the person behind this phone.
Was it sold in Canada at launch?
That was not confirmed. Only US pre-orders were open.
What Android version did it run?
Android 7.1.1 Nougat.