Google will hold its annual “Made by Google” event in just two weeks, with a roundup expected to include the latest Pixel hardware, including the Pixel 9 series, Pixel Buds Pro 2, and Pixel Watch 3. If the company is feeling generous, there may even be one more thing.
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In addition to hardware, Google has also hinted that AI will be a big focus throughout the main conference, with New capabilities of Gemini It comes as part of Android 15.
The Made by Google event is scheduled for August 13 at 10 a.m. PST (1 p.m. EST) on the search giant’s Mountain View campus, with members of the press, developers, and staff in attendance. A live stream will also be available on Google Main Website and Youtube Channelwith a live stream after the event. Until then, here’s a rundown of all the products and services we expect to hear more about in a few weeks.
1. Android 15, Gemini and more AI tools
Behind Samsung and Apple’s backs AI BoostGoogle is expected to expand its Gemini offering during its August event. The company There are reportedly plans to brand its latest artificial intelligence features as “Google AI.”
The ecosystem’s suite of exclusive tools will include old features like Circle to Search, as well as newer features like “Add Me,” which is rumored to let you add different faces and people into group photos, and “Pixel Screenshots,” which would let you find information based on screenshots captured in the background.
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Naturally, Google is expected to discuss the security and privacy aspects of such AI features, especially after Microsoft’s decision. Windows Recovery controversy. Help that Android 15 — the next version of the operating system that will likely come out of beta during or shortly after the event — offers a host of safety features aimed at protecting user data. Android 15 will also introduce new features such as Private space, Lock with theft detectionand more.
2. Google Pixel 9 Series: Pro, XL and Fold
Google will likely channel all of that software through its various new hardware products, including the Pixel 9 SeriesUnlike previous years, Google’s latest line of phones will include the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, and Pixel 9 Pro Fold. They’re not necessarily easy to pronounce, but the differences are simpler than the names suggest. Here are the key distinctions based on leaked marketing material shared by 91 mobiles.
- Pixel 9:Google’s smallest standard phone could feature a 6.3-inch Actua display (not Super Actua Screen), 12 GB of RAM, a 10.5 MP front camera and only two rear cameras (a 50 MP wide-angle and a 48 MP ultra-wide-angle).
- Pixel 9 Pro:The “Pro” model of the Pixel 9 could feature a 6.3-inch Super Actua display, meaning it would have a higher brightness rating, 16GB of RAM, a 42MP front camera, and three rear cameras (50MP wide, 48MP ultrawide, and 48MP telephoto).
- Pixel 9 Pro XL:The Pixel 9 Pro XL model could feature a larger 6.8-inch Super Actua display and the same memory and camera configurations.
- Pixel 9 Pro foldable:The foldable version of the Pixel 9 Pro could feature a 6.3-inch Actua outer display and an 8-inch Super Actua inner display, 16GB of RAM, a 10MP front camera, and a similar camera setup to last year’s Pixel Fold (48MP wide, 10.8MP ultrawide, and 10.8MP telephoto).
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Marketing materials also suggest that all four models will be powered by Google’s Tensor G4 chip, support emergency SOS with crisis alerts, and receive seven years of software and security updates and one year of Advanced Gemini access.
For the industrial design, Google has opted for flatter edges made of aluminum, with a satin back (in charcoal, porcelain, rose and hazelnut finishes) and a visor-shaped camera island on the back. If you’re a fan of the iPhone 15 or Samsung Galaxy S24 design, or ZDNET, Jack Wallen — The new Pixel 9 series should be perfect for you.
3. Google Pixel Buds Pro 2
It’s been two years since Google launched the original Pixel Buds Pro Headphonesand while ZDNET found them rich in sound and elegant by design, it’s time to update them. A recent Android Headlines The post points to a refreshed set of Pixel earbuds with a similar two-tone aesthetic to the originals, but with larger speaker grilles and wingtips.
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The shared images show four color options for the Pixel Buds Pro 2 — charcoal, porcelain, mint, and pink — all wrapped up in an egg-shaped charging dock. The dock has an LED indicator, presumably for pairing and battery status, and what should just be a USB-C port on the bottom.
As for new audio features, we’ll have to wait and see. If Google wants to improve on the original Pixel Buds Pro, better active noise cancellation and some form of spatial audio playback would be a good place to start.
4. Google Pixel 3 Watch
Rumors point to what’s next Google Pixel 3 Watch will bring minor changes, although the company is expected to eventually launch a Larger XL modelvery similar to how it will be done with this year’s Pixel 9 Pro.
Adding a larger option to the wearables line would give customers two sizes to choose from (41mm and 45mm) and help Google reach and potentially acquire more users. A good example is ZDNET. Matthew Miller I tried both the original and second-generation models of the Pixel Watch, and the smaller, tighter fit was a consistent reason I couldn’t make the switch.
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It would also make sense for Google to include a larger battery in the Pixel Watch 3 XL, though a larger capacity doesn’t always correlate to longer battery life if the display draws more power. Lastly, recent FCC listings indicate that the new Pixel Watch 3 supports Ultra Wideband (or UWB), which is crucial for features like Find My Device Tracking.
5. Google TV Streamer
As Detailed by Maria Diaz of ZDNETOne of the more unexpected announcements likely to arrive on August 13 is Google’s new TV Streamer, a retooling of the company’s existing portfolio of Chromecast adapters.
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According to leaked marketing materials obtained by 9to5Google, the new device has a slanted, pill-shaped figure with a soft white unibody design similar to other Google gear. The streaming device should come accompanied by a remote control, which features a gesture pad, standard navigation buttons, and shortcut buttons for Featured Services like Disney+ and Netflix.
Overall, the TV Streamer gives off Apple TV 4K vibes, and it wouldn’t be unreasonable to assume it will offer similar capabilities, including 4K streaming and smart home controls.