&w=3840&q=100)
All eyes are on Google after Samsung, Vivo unveil premium foldable devices
Made By Google 2025: Expected schedule
Last year, Google moved its Pixel launch timeline from October to August, revealing devices earlier than usual. A similar schedule is expected this year, with the Made by Google 2025 event likely to take place in the second week of August. For context, the 2024 edition was held on August 13.
According to 9to5Google, the Pixel 10 lineup could be unveiled by mid-August, with deliveries potentially starting around August 20.
Made By Google 2025: Pixel 10 series, Pixel Watch 4, Buds 2a expected
Pixel 10 series:
The anticipated Google Pixel 10 series is expected to encompass four models: Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL, and Pixel 10 Pro Fold. Google is unlikely to introduce a major design overhaul this year, instead opting for subtle refinements. However, notable changes are expected in the camera department, particularly for the base model.
The standard Pixel 10 may adopt the same main and ultra-wide camera sensors seen in the Pixel 9a, which would represent a downgrade compared to the Pixel 9. It might compensate for this by adding a telephoto lens with 5x periscope-style optical zoom, similar to the one found on the Pixel 9 Pro Fold.
The Pixel 10 Pro and 10 Pro XL are expected to retain their current camera systems, while the Pixel 10 Pro Fold may also switch to the Pixel 9a's primary sensor, replacing the higher-resolution sensor previously used in the foldable model.
All four devices are expected to run on Google's upcoming Tensor G5 chipset and boot Android 16 out of the box. Last year, Pixel 9 launched with Android 14 even though Android 15 was already in preview. Google is likely to change that this year as Android 16 is already rolling out to eligible Pixel devices. Additionally, the Pro models may support the Qi2 wireless charging standard.
Alongside the Pixel 10 series smartphones, Google is anticipated to launch wearable devices including the Pixel Watch 4 and Pixel Buds 2a.
Pixel Watch 4:
Details on the Pixel Watch 4 remain limited, but TechRadar recently reported that it will be available in 41mm and 45mm sizes, similar to the previous generation. It may also be offered in new colour variants, including:
Silver/Porcelain
Silver/Iris
Gray/Moonstone
Black/Obsidian
Gold/Lemon
Pixel Buds 2a:
Google is also expected to refresh its Pixel Buds A-series lineup with a new model, likely called Pixel Buds 2a. These earbuds are tipped to include updated audio drivers for improved sound quality and new colour options like:
Hazel
Strawberry
Iris
Fog Light
Made By Google 2025: Expected pricing of Pixel 10 series
According to a recent 9to5Google report, pricing for the Pixel 10 lineup will largely mirror last year's Pixel 9 series. Here's a look at the anticipated European pricing:
As for accessories, the Pixel Buds 2a are expected to be priced at €149, up from €109 for the original Pixel Buds A-Series.
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Indian Express
39 minutes ago
- Indian Express
Samsung's Sally Hyesoon Jeong shares insights on developing OneUI 8 interface for the Galaxy Z Fold 7
When Samsung unveiled the Galaxy Z Fold 7 last week at its Unpacked event in Brooklyn, New York, what made headlines was its thin and light design, and how the company managed to deliver a bar-style smartphone with a foldable form factor. However, a lesser-known but equally important factor that plays a critical role in differentiating a foldable phone from a traditional smartphone is the user interface. Samsung has said its new One UI 8 is designed to be 'context-aware and naturally responsive,' and has been optimised specifically for the flexible format of foldables. While the user interface is evolving on smartphones, a consistent criticism of foldables is that the UI doesn't look much different from what you get on regular smartphones, calling into question the differentiated experience that companies like Samsung promise as part of the foldable appeal. Responding to this criticism, Sally Hyesoon Jeong, EVP and Head of Framework R&D, Mobile eXperience Business, Samsung, explained why the company opted for a basic app layout on foldables. However, Jeong also offered a glimpse into how the user interface might evolve in the future. 'The user interface you see on foldables is being used broadly across their larger screens. That's the layout, and we have gone with a more basic app interface. But as AI advances and we receive more feedback from users, a voice-centric UI is something we could consider as we move forward – and this isn't just about foldables,' said Jeong, who has been with Samsung for over 25 years. 'It's not a form factor issue. As AI continues to evolve and we move more toward this kind of voice-centric or even app-less interface, I think there's real potential to apply that approach, whether it's on a bar-type phone or a foldable.' Voice-based vs app-based interface The user interface on devices like the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 supports a voice-based AI agent, and it is deeply integrated with Google's Gemini Live, which has been improved with new multimodal capabilities. It can better understand what users want, see, and do, while also providing contextual answers without requiring users to switch back and forth between different apps. In fact, Gemini Live on the new foldables also supports the Live Screensharing feature, allowing users to ask Gemini about what's on the screen or within view of the camera, and get instant answers. As Jeong indicated, a voice-based user interface on smartphones — instead of an app-based interface — could be a possibility in the future, but it won't be limited to foldables alone. Samsung pioneered foldables with the launch of its first foldable phone in 2019. Since then, it has released multiple generations of foldable devices in two form factors: Flip and Fold. The Flip is more akin to a traditional smartphone, where a single screen folds in half, whereas the Fold opens like a book to reveal a larger, tablet-like display. Weighing in on software and hardware Companies like Samsung have a long-term product roadmap, and often work on multiple generations of devices simultaneously. This means Samsung has to take a differentiated approach when developing software and hardware, where, at times, development happens in parallel, and at other times, the software is developed independently when the hardware dependency is not there. 'In cases where there's some hardware dependency, we have to build the software experience together. For instance, in a large-screen environment, we continuously develop and prototype software specifically for that use case. But when there's no hardware dependency, we develop the software independently. For example, we try to identify consumer pain points or areas for improvement,' Jeong said. 'We also conduct our own AI development, researching and evaluating what kinds of features to introduce. That kind of independent software development can take place without relying on hardware.' One UI 8, which is built on top of Android 16, isn't designed solely for foldable, and also runs on standard bar-type phones as well as tablets. Samsung says that with One UI 8, the emphasis was on making large-screen multitasking possible and optimising AI for larger screens. For instance, Samsung offers a feature called AI Results View that displays AI-generated results in a split view or floating window. This means Samsung had to maximise the amount of space used while multitasking. Another feature, called Drag & Drop, lets users move AI-generated content between app windows by simply pressing, holding, and dragging it to the relevant screen. This way, you can save time transferring content from one app to another. Working across devices One wonders if Samsung also draws insights from how multitasking features are received on tablets, and then brings them to devices like the Galaxy Z Fold 7, which now features an expansive 8-inch screen. 'When we developed and designed One UI 8, we looked at bar-type phones, foldables, and tablets together, and considered how to implement features across each form factor. We developed them as a unified experience – starting with a feature for a bar-type phone, then adapting it for foldables to ensure continuity, and finally considering how to express it on tablets,' said Jeong. 'We design all of this together. For large-screen applications, features like multi-window, pop-up windows, and desktop modes will be available. For example, tablets have a bigger lock screen, so we considered how to display widgets there – whether to include them or not. This whole process is done together. When designing for a particular form factor, especially those with larger screens, we think about how to apply and adapt each feature,' she added.
Time of India
an hour ago
- Time of India
Samsung Galaxy F36 5G India launch confirmed: Check out the expected specifications, price, and more
Samsung Galaxy F36 5G launch confirmed: Samsung Galaxy F36 5G India launch is officially on the horizon, with Flipkart teasing the upcoming phone as part of its 'Flex Hi‑FAI' AI-focused campaign—hinting at premium AI features debuts in the budget segment . The teaser highlights a sleek, slim design and left-side SIM tray, evoking excitement around both aesthetics and usability. As a close relative of the Galaxy M36 5G, the F36 is expected to retain the same core experience, including a sharp FHD+ Super AMOLED display and Exynos 1380-powered performance. With Samsung's promising smart imaging and AI-driven enhancements, the Galaxy F36 could emerge as a standout value proposition in India's sub‑₹25,000 5G market. Stay tuned to discover why AI-intelligent design might be its key differentiator. Samsung Galaxy F36 5G India launch (Confirmed) The Samsung Galaxy F36 5G is scheduled to launch in India shortly, according to a banner ad on Flipkart's website. On the website of the e-commerce platform, interested customers will be able to purchase Samsung's next F-series smartphone. Samsung Galaxy F36 5G expected specifications Some artificial intelligence (AI) elements may be included in the upcoming Samsung Galaxy F-series smartphone. The Galaxy F36 5G banner ad's tagline is "Flex HI-FAI," and the AI-highlighted letters are colored differently. Additionally, the banner indicates that the phone will have a SIM tray on the left side. Additionally, a comparatively slimmer, vertically aligned rear camera island was visible in the phone's peek. Samsung's next F-series smartphone was recently uncovered on the Google Play Console database, which displayed the device's design and main features. According to the listing, the Galaxy F36 5G might include a teardrop-shaped notch to hold the front-facing selfie camera. The listing also suggested that the Exynos 1380 SoC and at least 6GB of RAM might power the Samsung Galaxy F36. It is said that the display has a 450ppi pixel density and a resolution of 1,080x2,340 pixels. According to reports, the phone could run One UI 7 on top of Android 15. Samsung Galaxy F36 5G expected price in India The price has not been revealed yet.
News18
an hour ago
- News18
Google Veo 3 AI Model Comes To Gemini Users In India But Only If You Pay Rs 1950 Every Month
Google Veo 3 AI videos are now available in India for people who have signed up for the paid Gemini AI Pro plan which costs Rs 1,950 per month. Google Veo 3 AI model to generate videos with audio is now coming to the Indian market bundled with the Gemini AI Pro plan for users. Veo 3 was introduced at the I/O 2025 in May this year and started its release with the US market initially and now people in many regions are able to access the AI tool to create life-life videos with audio. Gemini AI Pro users in India can access Veo 3 along with other features through the Gemini app on mobile, or the web version on the desktop. Veo 3 AI Model Releases In India With Gemini AI Pro Plan The Gemini AI Pro plan is the rebranded version of Google's Gemini Advanced subscription offering. Gemini AI Pro in India costs Rs 1,950 per month, and competes with ChatGPT Plus from OpenAI that is available for Rs 1,900 per month in the country. Google is even letting people access the Gemini AI Pro plan at Re 0 for one month before activating the paid version with full payment. 'Today, we're starting to roll out Veo 3 to every country where the Gemini App is available, including India, through the Google AI Pro subscription. Veo 3 lets you create 8-second videos, inclusive of sound. You can generate content featuring characters with synthesized speech, scenes enhanced with background music and sound effects for increased realism," Google said in a post. It is clear that Google is pitching the new addition as another reason for people in India to consider taking its Gemini AI plan rather than ChatGPT. So what does the Gemini AI Pro offer for its monthly subscription fee? Here's the list: Google's new Veo 3 AI model generates videos with ambient audio and background music. It is the upgraded successor to the Veo 2 model that has been around since last year. The latest version adds native audio which was not available earlier and more importantly, you can now create longer (8-second) videos using the video generation tool. People have been astonished with the quality of videos generated by Veo 3 and the audio sync offered. But all this became obvious when a recent report claimed that Google has used video dataset from YouTube to train the Veo 3 AI model. The report by CNBC has claimed that YouTube videos are helping Google train its Veo 3 video AI model and it is being used with over 20 billion videos that the platform hosts from across users and creators. view comments Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
