It appears Google could make the Pixel 9 flagship range official at an earlier time frame this year. This is after the company has scheduled a Pixel event on August 13, surprising many fans and pundits.
Google has also started sending invites to media confirming the in-person event will take place at Google Bay View. The keynote is planned to start at 10:00 AM local time (1:00 PM ET / 7:00 PM CET). Plus, you can expect the event will be streamed online.
Will the Pixel 9 be announced?
While Google is tight-lipped about much of the details, the accompanying teaser on Google’s online store and channels hints a Roman numeral of IX (9). At the same time, a silhouette of a phone is also outlined which resembles the back of the leaked Pixel 9 Pro.
However, the most obvious hint seems to be found in the subdirectory of the URL going to the teaser. Accordingly, it reads as “google_pixel_9_pro” which leaves little surprises if this is to believed on.
What else is coming on August 13: Pixel Watch 3, Pixel Fold 2, new AI features?
Nonetheless, it’s widely anticipated the Pixel 9 series, which is said to include a new Pixel 9 Pro XL model, will debut in the second-half of 2024. The handset trio could be joined by the new Pixel Watch 3 that is tipped to come in two sizes.
Google’s Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, and Pixel 9 Pro XL sized up / © Rozetked
As far as the Pixel Fold’s (review) successor is concerned, there is little information about the Pixel Fold 2, though. But per rumors, the next-gen Pixel foldable smartphone will arrive together with the Pixel 9 range as well.
Like last year’s Pixel 8 (review) unveiling, Google is again putting a spotlight on AI. However, this year’s seems to give a bigger emphasis on it following Apple’s new Apple Intelligence revealed at WWDC. So, apart from the new AI features announced at I/O 2024, Google could debut new additions exclusive to the Pixel 9.
Before the Pixel 9 event, though, Samsung is expected to launch the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6 on July 10, with the Galaxy Unpacked already set in Paris. Meanwhile, Apple could follow suit with the supposed iPhone 16 launch in September.
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