Pixel 9 Pro, Gemini, new folders and everything else you can expect on August 13

It’s also time for the tech world to stop everything it’s doing and pay attention as a major company shows off its latest hardware. Next open the bat. Thanks to a series of leaks and teases by Google itself, we already have a clear idea of ​​what the company has planned for its event.

We’ll get an official reveal of the Pixel 9 lineup, for one thing. This includes what the company calls the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold, which is more of a mouthful than “Pixel Fold 2.” In addition, Google will reveal more details about Android 15 and the public release of the application. Expect to hear the word “Gemini” a lot again as Google is likely to focus on AI-enabled features for the new phones.

Other accessories may be in store in the form of Pixel Buds Pro 2 and a new Pixel Watch (or two) as well. There may be other devices at the show, including a new Google TV streaming box – with Chromecast branding possibly on the way – and an updated Nest Learning Thermostat.

Google usually holds its biggest annual hardware event in October, but the company is actually holding it in the summer this time, probably to get ahead of the iPhone 16 lineup. The Made by Google event will be .

Here’s what we know Google will be showing at the event and everything else we can expect to learn about Made by Google:

Pixel 9, 9 Pro and 9 Pro XL

As usual, the main event of Made by Google will be the Pixel 9 series. Google has confirmed (as if it had really doubted) that it will show new smartphones at the event, but it is expected to have three traditional models this year instead of two.

The Pixel 9 and 9 Pro will follow the Pixel 8 and 8 Pro. Leaks and rumors suggest that Google will add the Pixel 9 Pro XL, which has a larger screen than the other two models, to the lineup as well. they said they got their hands on an engineering sample of the large handset, with flat edges, polished metal sides and a matte-textured glass back. However, the phone is not unlocked for video.

The Pixel 9 Pro is slated to have more advanced specs than the Pixel 9 but with the same display size. The Pixel 9 Pro XL, on the other hand, is expected to have the same specs as the 9 Pro but in a larger handset. Per , The displays of the 9 and 9 Pro will measure around 6.3 inches while the Pixel 9 Pro XL may have a larger 6.9-inch screen.

All three of these phones are expected to have . This large camera bar (which Google has confirmed at least in ) looks like it is slightly protruding from the main body. Unless you pick up the right case, you can expect this to get stuck in your pocket more often than you’d like. The Pixel 9 has a 50MP wide and 48MP ultrawide lens in its camera lineup.

Google is likely to use a new chipset this year, which may be called the Tensor G4. The leak also suggested that the base Pixel 9 will come with 12GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. The two larger phones are expected to come with 512GB of storage. Another expected addition this year is the launch of , a feature that Apple has supported in the .

Pixel 9 Pro Fold

Google will be hoping that consumers find the design of its latest foldable phone more beautiful than its name suggests. it doesn’t roll off the tongue as easily as “Pixel Fold 2.” However, this change makes sense if Google is looking to clearly position the foldable as a premium product by adding “Pro” to the name. If the foldable has the same chipset as the rest of the Pixel 9, the name change makes even more sense.

It’s not uncommon for phone manufacturers to stick with major redesigns on their second (or even third) stab at a new form factor as they learn more about what works and what doesn’t. Like its rugged siblings, the 9 Pro Fold also has a visible camera bump that houses the lenses vertically. from the controller in Taiwan indicates that the selfie camera has been moved to the inner screen to support a wider field of view. It looks like Google has reduced the fold crease this time as well.

Android 15 and Gemini

As usual, Google has been gradually announcing Android 15 features over the past few months, in large part to help developers update their apps before the app’s public release. Along with the likes of Google Play’s crime detection and fraud prevention, it should come as no surprise that Google is weaving AI very tightly into the fabric of its mobile OS.

What they have made clear is that the company is focusing more on the AI ​​features of its new devices, such as being able to write a letter or email based on a notification. Google that Gemini will be deeply integrated in Android 15 (which may spell the death of Google Assistant) and will have better information about the state of what you are doing. For example, you’ll be able to ask the chatbot questions about a YouTube video you’re watching and it should be able to answer them. You can think of it as a modern, interactive version .

We should get a release date for Android 15 — at least for supported Pixel devices — at the event. It will be around the same time Google starts shipping the new Pixel lineup, probably sometime in August.

Pixel Watch 3

It’s just that Google isn’t building ships considering how many leaks it has to deal with. A few weeks before Made by Google, Android News Articles got its hands on, which is expected to be available in two sizes: 41mm and 45mm.

The Pixel Watch 3 will likely feature an Actua display capable of delivering up to 2,000 nits of brightness – that’s twice as bright as the previous model’s AMOLED display. According to the leak, Google says the battery saver mode extends the time between charges up to 36 hours, although you’ll get up to 24 hours of wear when the always-on display is on. The smaller model is expected to charge 20 percent faster compared to the previous model.

It was expected that Google will name the larger model Pixel Watch 3 XL. However, that is no longer expected to be the case, according to . Each variant will have its size listed in parentheses to distinguish it, the publication said.

Pixel Buds Pro 2

It’s been two years since Google released the , so those need to be updated. Rumors suggest that Pixel Buds Pro 2 will debut Made By Google. Some have surfaced, indicating that along with the existing Charcoal and Porcelain colors, there will be Aloe and Hot Pink variants to match the various Pixel phone options. It looks like Google is bringing back a version of the wing design from the original Pixel Buds.

It remains to be seen what Google is cooking up on the audio side of the Pixel Buds Pro 2 but we have an idea of ​​the price at least. the Pixel Buds Pro 2 will cost $229, which is $30 more than the current model’s base price.

Everything else

There are a few other devices that can make their public bow at Made by Google. Nest doesn’t usually get a lot of love at these events, but we got a good look at the next Nest Learning Thermostat on August 13.

The YouTuber will have all three colors of the fourth model on hand: polished silver, polished gold and obsidian. The big difference this time around is that Google seems to be ditching the plastic shell in favor of stainless steel. It is not clear if you will be able to adjust the temperature by rotating what appears to be a very thin bezel or if you will use the thermostat via the touchscreen or via an app. According to the leaked spec sheet, the thermostat will come with the second generation Nest Temperature Sensor.

Elsewhere, Google seems to be ditching the streaming stick format (and maybe even the Chromecast brand) in favor of a set-top box with the so-called Google TV Streamer. According to photos obtained by , the device has a low profile with a slanted, pill-shaped design. The remote still has buttons for YouTube and Netflix. However, the Google Assistant button has been replaced by one that simply houses the microphone — perhaps another sign that Google is downgrading Assistant in favor of the Gemini.