Google has shaken things up with an unexpected announcement. The company will be hosting a “Made by Google” launch event on August 13th, 2024, to unveil the Pixel 9 series and Pixel Watch 3. This marks a significant shift from their usual October launch timeframe and location, with the event taking place at Google’s headquarters in Mountain View, California, instead of New York City.
Pixel Phones: More Options Than Ever
While details are still emerging, leaks and the official landing page suggest a wider range of Pixel phones this year. Here’s a what to expect in this event:
Pixel 9: The base model, rumored to sport a 6.03-inch display.
Pixel 9 Pro: Expected to come with a slightly larger 6.3-inch display.
Pixel 9 Pro XL: A new addition, featuring a sizeable 6.7-inch display and a whopping 16GB of RAM.
Pixel 9 Pro Fold: The successor to the Pixel Fold, boasting a larger 6.4-inch outer display and a 7.9-inch foldable inner display. It’s also said to retain the Tensor G4 SoC and pack 16GB of RAM.
Pixel Watch 3 Gets a Bigger Sibling
The Pixel Watch 3 seems to be sticking with its familiar 1.2-inch screen size. However, Google is introducing a new, larger variant:
Pixel Watch 3 XL: This model boasts a sizeable 1.45-inch display and a thicker build (45mm x 45mm x 13.89mm). It’s also expected to come with a bigger battery and an updated version of the popular crafted leather band.
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Livestream and Availability
The “Made by Google” event kicks off at 10:00 AM PT (10:30 PM IST) on August 13th. You can catch the livestream on YouTube and the Google Store website.
While global sales are expected to begin on the same day, Google India has confirmed a launch date of August 14th for the Pixel 9 series in the country.
This Google event promises a range of exciting new devices, with the Pixel 9 series offering a wider selection of screen sizes and features, and the Pixel Watch 3 gaining a larger counterpart. With the official launch just around the corner, we’ll soon know all the details about these highly anticipated gadgets.