For months, whispers have filled the tech world about Google’s next big hardware reveals. Everyone knew something was coming, but the exact date stayed a secret. Well, the waiting game is finally over. Google just sent out official invites to the press for its upcoming Made by Google event. We now know when the company will show off its latest gadgets: mark your calendars for August 20.
Google’s Big Reveal: The Unexpected Date
This date has raised a few eyebrows for good reasons. Many expected an earlier Pixel 10 launch this year, but that simply didn’t happen. The other big surprise? This event lands just weeks before Apple usually launches its new iPhones in September. It seems Google is feeling brave and ready to go head-to-head with its biggest competitor for smartphone sales.
The invitation itself keeps things brief, saying only that Google will “present the latest news from the Pixel device line.” They didn’t drop any specific hints or teasers beyond that. Still, it’s pretty clear what the main attraction will be. Get ready for the next generation of Pixel smartphones. We expect to see the standard Pixel 10 model, along with the Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL, and even the Pixel 10 Pro Fold.
What We Know About the Pixel 10
If you’re hoping for a totally fresh look, the Pixel 10 might not be it. Compared to the previous models, the new phones likely won’t bring huge design surprises. Leaks suggest Google will stick with the same design first seen on the Pixel 9. It might even be tricky to tell the two generations apart at first glance.
Google is pushing for the new Qi 2 wireless charging standard. However, don’t expect MagSafe-style magnets like those on the iPhone for the Pixel 10. The good news is, accessories like special cases will use magnets to make the most of this new charging tech. While many technical details might stay the same, one big change is coming: the new Tensor G5 processor. This chip promises to kick off a whole new era for Google’s hardware.
More Than Just Phones on Display
The Tensor G5 stands out because it will be Google’s first chip not made by Samsung. Instead, Google chose TSMC, a company known for its 3nm manufacturing process. This is the same successful process used in powerful chips like Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite. While the G5 might not have a ton of technical changes from the G4, this new manufacturing method should make a real difference. We expect big improvements in how efficient the chip is with power.
This means your Pixel 10 battery will likely last longer than a Pixel 9’s. The new phones should also run a bit cooler. Of course, how well this works truly depends on Google’s final setup. Beyond the Pixel phones, Google is also set to unveil the next Pixel Watch. It might not be packed with new features, and it could even use the same processor as the Pixel Watch 3. But word on the street is it will have at least a bigger battery, which is always welcome.