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Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Hindustan Times
Google Pixel 10 tipped to launch on August 20 with gimbal-level stabilisation
Google's next flagship smartphones, the Pixel 10 series, are reportedly set to launch on 20 August at the company's next Made by Google event. As anticipation builds, fresh leaks have surfaced suggesting a significant boost in video stabilisation, alongside new camera capabilities. According to a report by Android Headlines, the Pixel 10 lineup, which is expected to include the Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL, and the Pixel 10 Pro Fold, will introduce 'heavily upgraded image stabilisation' designed to deliver performance on par with physical gimbals. While previous Pixel models already offered effective stabilisation, this new upgrade aims to offer smoother, shake-free videos, rivalling dedicated camera hardware. Google is reportedly planning to market this enhancement as an 'Action mode', similar to what Apple introduced in recent iPhones. This would likely involve fusing footage from the primary and ultrawide sensors in real time to reduce motion blur and jitters. If accurate, this feature could make the Pixel 10 a compelling choice for vloggers, travellers, and content creators who record on the move. The Pixel 10 range is expected to debut with Google's upcoming Tensor G5 chipset, offering further AI and camera enhancements. The report also claims the smartphones will be available for pre-order on launch day (20 August), with general availability starting from 28 August. While Google has not officially confirmed the event date, the August timeline would continue the company's recent tradition of late-summer hardware launches. If these reports hold true, the Pixel 10 series could mark a significant leap forward in mobile videography, positioning itself as a top choice for users seeking flagship-level camera performance, particularly in the area of stabilised, high-quality video capture.
Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Google Pixel 10 series launch likely in August: 5 things we expect
Google is working on the launch of the Pixel 10 series, and while the design may look similar to the Pixel 9 lineup, there are plenty of rumours about major hardware changes under the hood. Here's everything you need to know before the Pixel 10 series officially arrives. The Pixel 10 lineup is rumoured to be launched at the upcoming 'Made by Google' event on August 13, 2025. Pre Orders may begin the same day and the devices may start to ship and hit store shelves within a week of release. Google is set to unveil four devices in the Pixel 10 lineup, including Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL and Pixel 10 Pro Fold. According to leaks, the design is mostly unchanged from the Pixel 9 lineup. Featuring flat edges, a horizontal camera bar and thin bezels around the display. The colour options are rumoured to include four shades: Obsidian (Black), Blue, Iris (Purple) and Limoncello (Yellow). The biggest upgrade in the Pixel 10 lineup will be the new Tensor G5 chipset. According to rumours, the new Tensor G5 chipset is manufactured by TSMC itself instead of Samsung. This new Tensor G5 chip is expected to deliver significant improvements in performance and efficiency. The new chip is rumoured to have a custom TPU (Tensor Processing Unit) for AI and on-device processing. The RAM may go up to 12GB but there's nothing about the storage yet. The Pixel 10 base model is rumoured to come with a triple camera setup. A telephoto lens with 5X optical zoom will make its debut in the Pixel 10 model. Some leaks suggest that the main and ultrawide sensors may be borrowed from the Pixel 9a. Google is expected to do this to compensate with advanced computational photography and new AI features. We may see a better stabilisation system and smarter AI-driven camera modes. Pixel 10 is likely to launch with Android 16 right out of the box with multiple new AI features. We may also be able to see the new Material 3 expressive design across the software. Google is expected to bring generative AI features like Video Generative ML for advanced video editing, Speak-to-Tweak for voice-based image editing and Sketch-to-Image. And this all will be processed on-device thanks to the new Tensor G5 chip.
Tom's Guide
7 days ago
- Tom's Guide
Pixel 10 release date just leaked — here's when it could drop
This isn't news: Google is working on the Pixel 10. lineup. The company dropped its Pixel 9 models last August, which means it's the Pixel 10's turn to enter the market. Before today, we knew the phone would launch this year, but we didn't know exactly when — only now, a new leak has revealed the potential launch date. According to a report from Android Headlines, Google will unveil the Pixel 10 series at its Made by Google event on August 13. The report stated that pre-orders will commence on the same day, and the phone will be shipped to buyers on August 20, just one week after the big reveal. We recently saw a Pixel Superfan event invite go out, which led to speculation that this could be an early launch of the Pixel 10. However, the AH report says this isn't the case. If this leaked date is accurate, you may want to hold off on buying any of the best Android phones, as the Pixel 10 is expected to offer some notable upgrades. We saw the Pixel 10 surface in potential ad shots, and it looks great. The report suggests that Google will launch a Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL and a Pixel 10 Pro Fold. This is the same lineup Google offered with the Pixel 9, so it's not overly surprising that this is the expected set of phones. There have been some leaks suggesting that the Pixel 10 will maintain similar pricing tiers as the current models, with a starting price of $799 and subsequent increases. The Pixel 10 Pro Fold could be $200 cheaper than the Pixel 9 Pro Fold, though, which is great news. We saw a full leak of the Pixel 10 cameras, and it sounds like an improvement, especially for the base Pixel 10. It's expected to receive the most significant upgrades from the Pixel 9, whereas the other models are expected more closely match their predecessors. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips.
The Star
29-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
Google begins direct online sales of Pixel phones in India
The new Pixel 9 smart phone series is displayed at a Made by Google event in Mountain View, California, U.S. August 13, 2024. REUTERS/Manuel Orbegozo/File Photo (Reuters) -Google on Thursday began direct online sales of its popular hardware devices in India, including Pixel phones, watches and earbuds, ahead of an anticipated launch of its first physical stores in the South Asian nation. The Alphabet-owned firm said it has for the first time enabled direct online purchases for Indian users on the official Google Store website. The company currently sells it products in India through authorised retailers and via Walmart-backed e-commerce platform Flipkart. Apple , its bigger rival in the premium smartphone category, already sells its phones directly to Indian users, and operates its own retail stores in Mumbai and in New Delhi, with more planned. Google is close to deciding on locations in India where it will open its first physical retail stores outside the United States, Reuters reported in February. In launching the physical stores, Google has sought to mirror a retail approach that helped Apple Inc rake in billions of dollars in the last two decades by showcasing its own products. Apple has 500 plus stores worldwide. Pixel phones in India cost from about $360 to $1,900 for top-end models. Apple's iPhones cost from about $520-$2,100. Google has also started making Pixel smartphones in India. In 2024, Apple dominated the local market for premium phones, priced above $520, with a roughly 55% share, compared with Pixel's 2% share, estimates from research group Counterpoint showed. The fast-growing Indian market has about 712 million smartphone users currently. (Reporting by Munsif Vengattil in Bengaluru; Editing by Michael Perry)
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Yahoo
Hey, Google: Prerecorded AI Presentations Are the Coward's Way Out
Just about every big tech event these days includes artificial intelligence updates, often with a slate of live demos -- and sometimes, these demos fail. But some companies are dodging these pitfalls by prerecording their keynote presentations. And I call these moves cowardice. At last year's Made by Google event, Gemini failed twice during a live demonstration. Though moments like this are undoubtedly embarrassing for companies, they add a layer of authenticity you don't get with a prerecorded keynote event. But unfortunately, Google chose the prerecorded route for Tuesday's Android Show: I/O Edition. The format felt way too staged and polished for my liking, and it stripped away the feeling of reality that comes with live, warts-and-all demos. During the Android Show: I/O Edition, we saw a demonstration of Gemini sharing makeup tips, helping someone find a time to grab lunch in their busy schedule, and giving a summary of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice. Because these were prerecorded interactions, Gemini handled the requests with aplomb -- no hiccups or issues in sight. But tests show that AI models routinely get things wrong. According to the AI testing site LiveBench, Google's Gemini 2.5 Pro Preview is generally correct about 79% of the time. That's not bad, but it's not great either. And despite that score, this model of Gemini is still one of the best AI models the site tested, losing out to only two other models: OpenAI's o3 High and o4 Medium models. Sure, nothing is perfect, and devices and software have bugs. But if you give me a calculator and promise it works all the time, but in reality it's wrong 20% of the time, that feels like a major discrepancy. Since Gemini outperformed most other AI models LiveBench tested, there's a good chance I'd still use Gemini, even if the live demo stalled. But because Google opted for a superpolished demonstration, I have a hard time knowing what to believe. Look, I understand why a company would want its product to work properly at its own event. But showing AI tools making mistakes feels more honest than acting like the tool is perfect. These capabilities are flawed, and that's fine, but be honest with people about those flaws and show your new features in action. Don't sell me smoke and mirrors. For more on Google, here's what to know about Android 16 and the Material 3 Expressive design.
