Google Pixel 9 launch event today: What new to expect

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Made by Google event

Google will host its Made by Google event at Mountain View, California today i.e. August 13. The company is expected to launch Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro Fold, Pixel Buds Pro 2, and possibly even the Pixel Watch 3. Here’s all you need to know

How to watch the Google launch event live

To watch the event live, you need to head to the official YouTube page of Google India or official social media handles of the company to watch the livestream

Google Pixel 9 series: What to expect

Google Pixel 9 is likely to come with Tensor G4 Chipset, enhanced camera systems and improved battery performance with faster charging speed. It might come with 12GB RAM and 128GB internal storage. The Pixel 9 is tipped to feature a 50MP main camera, 48MP ultrawide lens, and a 10.5MP selfie camera.

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold

The Pixel 9 Pro Fold is rumoured to feature a 6.3-inch cover display and an 8-inch inner screen, housed in a thinner body measuring 5.1mm unfolded and 10.5mm folded. It might come with G4 Tensor chip, 16GB of RAM, and an upgraded camera system with a 48MP main camera, 10.5MP ultrawide lens, and 10.8MP telephoto sensor.

Pixel Buds Pro 2

Leaked images suggest the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 will feature a small wing tip for improved stability, larger grills, and a charging case with a built-in speaker. They might bring back the wing tips for a better fit. It may be available in Charcoal, Porcelain, Aloe, and Hot Pink colour options

Google Pixel Watch 3

The Pixel Watch 3 is likely to come in two sizes (41mm and 45mm), both boasting larger screens, brighter displays, ultra-wideband chips, and potentially longer battery life. The displays might offer 2,000 nits peak brightness and 60Hz refresh rates

New Gemini AI features?

In terms of AI features, Google is likely to roll out Pixel Screenshots which use Gemini to help users pull info from their screenshots and initiate searches directly. A new Gemini interactions feature is also expected that will offer the ability to ask for help from any screen on your device. The rumoured Add Me feature is expected to come to the Pixel Camera app which will allow you to add people in photos that they weren’t originally part of it.