Easy methods to watch and what to anticipate

We’ve waited ages, however Google is lastly able to launch the Pixel 9 sequence and extra at the moment. The brand new telephones will probably be launched at the moment on August 13, and we’re additionally anticipating a few different product reveals.

The search big has confirmed that the Made By Google launch occasion will happen in Mountain View, California. The occasion kicks off on August 13 at 10:00 AM PT (1:00 PM ET) and you may watch it by way of the YouTube streaming window above.

What to anticipate from the Pixel 9 sequence launch occasion?

Between official disclosures and leaks, we already know that this would be the most stacked Pixel telephone launch but. Right here’s a quick rundown of the merchandise we’re anticipating on August 13.

One main change this yr is that we now have three typical Pixel flagship telephones as a substitute of simply two. There’s the cheaper, vanilla Pixel 9 and the Pixel 9 Professional XL for many who desire a greater, extra premium telephone. However what if you’d like a premium expertise in a smaller kind issue? Effectively, that’s the place the Pixel 9 Professional is available in.

Leaks recommend the identical triple rear digicam system because the Professional XL mannequin (50MP essential, 48MP ultrawide, 48MP 5x), together with a barely smaller battery, slower charging pace, and decreased show decision. In the meantime, the vanilla system is predicted to supply a 50MP essential digicam and 48MP ultrawide lens.

All three telephones are mentioned to function the identical redesigned rear digicam bar, flat metallic edges, and a center-mounted punch-hole cutout. Different leaked options embody a Tensor G4 chip, an IP68 ranking, and wi-fi charging assist.

Google’s telephones are additionally slated to deliver some new AI options. Leaked capabilities embody Pixel Screenshots (saving knowledge from screenshots for contextual searches) and an Add Me photograph mode. Leaked European pricing means that the vanilla mannequin will bounce by €100 (~$109). Does that imply the Pixel 9 will probably be $799 within the US? We’ll have to attend and see.

Google additionally revealed that its second-generation foldable telephone will launch on August 13. We beforehand reported that this telephone could be referred to as the Pixel 9 Professional Fold and the Pixel maker has certainly confirmed this title change.

The foldable brings a brand new design that’s a far cry from the squat kind issue seen on the first-gen Pixel Fold. This allows screens which are each taller and bigger than earlier than. The smartphone display, particularly, is tipped to be a 6.3-inch show with a 20:9 facet ratio in keeping with typical telephone shows. In the meantime, the folding display is alleged to be an 8-inch panel. Each screens are reportedly brighter than the Pixel Fold shows too.

The Pixel 9 Professional Fold can be mentioned to supply a Tensor G4 chip, 16GB of RAM, and a triple rear digicam system which may really be a bit worse than final yr’s mannequin. That’s resulting from using smaller secondary cameras (e.g. ultrawide and periscope). Google is ostensibly making this sacrifice within the title of a thinner kind issue.

Leaked European pricing suggests the identical €1,899 price ticket as the primary Pixel Fold. Fingers crossed that the US value stays the identical too.

One other notable product anticipated on the day is the Pixel Watch 3, and it maintains the round display and physique seen on earlier Google smartwatches. The watch is alleged to be obtainable in 41mm and 45mm choices, together with Wi-Fi and LTE choices.

It doesn’t appear like Google is providing any notable {hardware} upgrades, bar a brighter, 60Hz display (up from 30Hz). Efficiency, storage, and battery life are mentioned to be in keeping with final yr’s mannequin. In any other case, the watch is alleged to supply Nest digicam integration, customized run assist, and several other different software program additions.

We’ve seen some Pixel Buds Professional 2 rumors and leaks just lately, so we wouldn’t be stunned if these new wi-fi earbuds confirmed up, both. Count on a design that’s largely in keeping with the unique Pixel Buds Professional, which is nice information when you have been anticipating a Galaxy Buds 3-style redesign. Sadly, we don’t have a lot in the best way of specs and options simply but.