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Gizmodo
3 days ago
- Gizmodo
Forget the Pixel Buds 3, Google Should Make an AirPods Max Killer
Google has a lot in store for us starting next month. I know this, not because of some insider knowledge or gadget-centric ESP, but because last week all of its upcoming announcements were leaked in succession, leaving precious little up to the imagination. Among the upcoming Google drops is a whole family of Pixel 10s, a Pixel Fold, another Pixel smartwatch, and a minor update to Google's Pixel Buds Pro 2, which are getting a new color. Some of those product drops may be exciting to someone, but I only want one thing from Google, and it's got nothing to do with phones or watches and everything to do with AirPods Max. In short, I want Google to make over-ear headphones, not just because I personally want more out of Pixel-branded audio, but because there's clearly space for headphones made by tech giants that aren't Apple. For proof of that, see Nothing's Headphone 1. I recently reviewed the Headphone 1, Nothing's first-ever pair of over-ear headphones, and it's abundantly clear (no pun intended) that Nothing made the right choice to push into audio cans. First, there's the price. Nothing's Headphone 1 are $299, which is still a lot of money for headphones, don't get me wrong, but well under the ridiculous $550 premium of Apple's AirPods Max. Yes, AirPods Max still have an edge when it comes to sound, but I found that Nothing's Headphone 1 still hit high marks both as a first-time entrant into the space and as an alternative to AirPods Max in terms of audio quality. And the thing is, if Nothing can do it, I think Google could too. I'm not the only one who thinks that, either. These renders of (albeit fake) Google Pixel headphones say it all. Damn these are fire. (Concept) If Google ever drop Over-ear headohones, this should be it. Grabbed these from Threads. Not my work. — Dalevon Digital (@dalevon_digital) July 26, 2025These concepts, even if they're just a fun exercise, look like something Google would/could actually make, and I'll be honest: if they did, I'd buy the shit out of these headphones. They're minimalist but still stylish, and that orange button on the white pair smacks of Teenage Engineering. Another thing that Google could bring to the over-ear headphone party is another design ethos worth buying. I don't love the look of the Pixel Buds, but a lot of people do, and if there's one thing we don't need more of in the space, it's AirPods Max dupes. Google could pivot its audio expertise to bring more design options to the space and, hopefully, more viable options for consumers looking to hit that sweet spot between minimalism and quality sound. Plus, let's be honest, the Pixel needs an ecosystem expansion. As nice as Pixel phones are, they've struggled to gain a foothold, especially in a U.S. market dominated so heavily by Apple. The thing is, headphones, unlike phones, don't have to be so ecosystem-dependent, which is an opportunity for Google, but also for consumers who often get locked into ecosystems that they sometimes want to expand outside of. In short, plenty of iPhone owners would appreciate having another option for over-ear headphones if they don't want to pull the trigger on a pair of AirPods Max for money or design reasons. So, this is my call to you, Google: give us a pair of over-ear Pixel headphones. They may not unseat AirPods Max, but they'd almost certainly make a compelling case for my over-ear headphones of choice.
Tom's Guide
6 days ago
- Tom's Guide
Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold — what we know so far
Last year's Pixel 9 Pro Fold was an impressive piece of foldable hardware from Google. A big improvement on the original Pixel Fold with a larger, brighter screen, boosted camera specs, and enhanced AI capabilities, it earned its place on our list of the best foldable phones. In August, Google is expected to release its third foldable phone in as many years when it launches the Pixel 10 range. But just what will the Pixel 10 Pro Fold bring to the table, and will it be worth the wait? Here's what we know so far. Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold (rumored) Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold Cover Display 6.4-inch OLED 6.3-inch OLED Inner Display 8-inch OLED 8-inch OLED Refresh Rate 120 Hz 120 Hz Chipset Tensor G5 Tensor G4 RAM 16GB 16GB Storage 256GB/512GB/1TB 256GB/512GB Cameras 48MP (main), 10.8MP (ultrawide), 10.5MP (5x telephoto), 2x 10MP (selfie) 48MP (main), 10.8MP (ultrawide), 10.5MP (5x telephoto), 2x 10MP (selfie) Battery 5,015 mAh 4,650 mAh Charging 23W (wired), 15W (Qi2) 21W (wired), 8W (Qi) IP Rating IP68 IPX8 The original Google Pixel Fold was a standalone, unnumbered device that arrived in June 2023 — a full four months before the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro arrived on the scene. But last year, Google made its foldable part of the Pixel 9 range with a release date to match. The Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro Fold were all announced at the same August 13 event. It looks like Google is keeping the August schedule and numbered branding, with a Made by Pixel event already announced for August 20, 2025. It's very likely that we'll get our first look at the Pixel 10 Pro Fold then, even if the handset won't be in early adopters' hands until September. In terms of pricing, Android Headlines believes Google will slash its Pixel 10 Pro Fold MSRP to 'around $1,600'. If true, that would seriously take the fight to the current foldable value option, the OnePlus Open, though it feels a touch optimistic, given the previous two models have stuck stubbornly to $1,799. We'll believe it when we see it, but we'll keep our fingers crossed. It doesn't sound like Google will be changing the main look and feel of the Pixel 10 Pro Fold. Like its predecessors, and the recently launched Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, this will be a regular-looking phone, which unfolds to reveal a larger tablet screen to make apps more enjoyable. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. But it won't be identical, with the cover display set to grow a little from 6.3 inches to 6.4. This doesn't mean that the phone will be more difficult to hold, though, with Google reportedly able to increase the size by slimming down the bezel and hinge rather than increasing the footprint. We can also expect a brighter screen, with the same report predicting a jump to 3,000 nits. That's around 10% more than the Pixel 9 Pro Fold, matching the Super Actual Display seen on the Pixel 9 Pro. Aesthetically, things look much the same, but two colors have already been tipped. Leakers are anticipating that the Pixel 10 Pro Fold will be available in both 'Moonstone' and 'Jade' — a light green and a slate blue. No regular black or white shades are mentioned, but it would be surprising if Google opted to drop the less playful tones completely. More importantly, the Pixel 10 Pro Fold could be the first foldable to sport an IP68 rating — a big improvement on its predecessors, which only have IPX8 protection. If true, that means that the new foldable will be resistant to dust, as well as water up to 1.5 meters for half an hour. Notably, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 only boasts an IP48 rating. Powering the Pixel 10 Pro Fold will be the Tensor G5 chip. While previous Tensor chips have lagged a little in the raw performance stakes, this year the hardware will reportedly be built by TSMC rather than Samsung, and using the company's 3nm fabrication process. This theoretically could be a big boost, given the company's chip-making prowess, but one leaker says you should temper your expectations, calling it 'basically [a] TSMC-made version of G4'. Still, the phone will be extremely competitive in other respects, with 16GB RAM, and either 256GB, 512GB or 1TB of internal storage. The biggest upgrade looks set to be in battery life, however. While the Pixel 9 Pro Fold packed a not-insubstantial 4,650mAh cell, its successor is set to increase that by nearly 8% with a jump to 5,015mAh. That's a big difference, and could put clear blue water between this and the 4,400mAh battery in the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7. The bad news is that there's no evidence that Google will be upping the camera specs on the Pixel 10 Pro Fold. Camera leaks so far have indicated that the phone will boast the same setup as its predecessor: a 48-megapixel main sensor, backed by a 10.8-megapixel 5x telephoto lens and a 10.5-megapixel ultrawide camera. While these specs certainly aren't bad, and the Pixel 9 Pro Fold can take very good photos indeed, it was barely a step up from the original Pixel Fold. And, by the looks of things, this won't be a generational leap either. Of course, hardware specs aren't everything, and Pixel phones have always punched above their weight in the photography department thanks to Google's excellent image processing. It's possible, therefore, that there will be enough software improvements to compensate for the seemingly static specs. The Pixel 10 Pro Fold looks like another solid year-on-year improvement for Google's foldables. The rumored larger cover screen is great, especially as it seems to come without a bigger overall footprint, and the increased battery size could be a game-changer for power users looking to make the most of the larger internal screen. A smaller hinge and IP68 protection make it sound like Google's foldable technology is maturing at an impressive rate, too. The lack of movement in the camera stakes is a little disappointing, but will be all but forgotten if the rumored cheaper price becomes reality. We'll find out on August 20.
Fox News
24-07-2025
- Fox News
Foldable phones are impressive technological marvels but come with serious compromises
I would love a foldable phone. It's fun to imagine strutting into a coffee shop, flipping open your phone like you're Batman calling Alfred. But now Samsung's dropped the seventh-gen Galaxy Z Fold and Flip, Google threw in the Pixel Fold, Motorola whipped out retro with the modern Razr+, and it all sounds exciting until you start looking closer. I'm giving away a new iPhone 16 Pro. Enter to win now. Foldable phones use ultrathin flexible glass over OLED displays, combined with a mechanical hinge system. The tech allows the phone to physically bend while still displaying a full-resolution screen. The hinges are engineered to survive hundreds of thousands of folds, which maths out to up to a decade of opening and closing more than a few times a day. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 opens like a book, giving you a tablet-size 7.6-inch screen inside and a 6.2-inch screen outside. The Flip 7 folds vertically like a compact mirror that's a 6.7-inch screen when open and a 3.4-inch mini display on the outside. Perfect for glancing at texts and ignoring people in real life. Google's Pixel Fold offers a wider front screen and a slightly smaller inside display. They're eye-catching, no doubt. But here's the part that usually gets glossed over: The Fold 7 starts at $1,899 and the Pixel Fold at $1,799. The Flip 7 and Motorola's Razr+ are slightly more "affordable" at around $999, but still a serious chunk of change. These phones are bulkier, more fragile and harder to protect than the slab you already own. By the way, Google's dropping a new foldable on August 20, 2025. Foldables are like marriages based on chemistry: thrilling at first, full of cracks later. They're cool for early adopters, tech collectors and people who like showing off gadgets. There's nothing wrong with that, just don't confuse a flashy fold with long-term value. Battery life still lags behind traditional phones. Foldable displays, while tougher than before, are still more prone to damage. And the software? Think beta, not breakthrough. You don't get more phone, you just get more surface area and more things that can go wrong. You heard it here: Apple is testing foldable iPhones behind closed doors. The rumors say 2026 for a release. One model folds like a book, the other like a flip phone. Apple's waiting until the tech is truly seamless, no half-baked experiments. My advice? Sit this trend out. The wow factor fades fast, but the price tag doesn't. Get tech-smarter on your schedule: Award-winning host Kim Komando is your secret weapon for navigating tech. Copyright 2025, WestStar Multimedia Entertainment. All rights reserved.
Tom's Guide
07-07-2025
- Business
- Tom's Guide
Too good to be true! This early Prime Day deal shaves $1,220 off the Pixel Fold
Foldable phones don't come cheap, especially notebook-style ones that often cost close to $2,000. While they offer a level of utility you won't get in a standard slate, I still think that they're grossly overpriced. That's until I saw this Google Pixel Fold deal ahead of Prime Day 2025. Yes, this particular model is almost two years old at this point, but you can snag yourself a brand-new, unlocked Google Pixel Fold for as low as $579 from Woot. This is a ridiculous deal when you consider how the notebook style foldable phone launched at a staggering $1,799 — which comes out to be a $1,220 savings off the Fold's original price, or roughly 68% off. It comes with 256GB of storage, but you'll end up paying $699 for the 512GB storage option. Get work done with the Pixel Fold with its sprawling 7.6-inch main display that makes it suitable to run two apps side-by-side with one another. It also packs a powerful triple camera system that covers all the range you need, including a 10.8MP telephoto camera with 5x optical check: $749 @ Amazon Despite being a 2-year old model, the Pixel Fold still holds up against newer phones like its successor (the Pixel 9 Pro Fold) or Galaxy Z Fold 6. First of all, you have to remember that the Pixel Fold is a massive 7.6-inch OLED main display that looks sharp, vivid, and detailed. I personally like how the Fold's screen makes it much easier to run two apps simultaneously, side-by-side one another. It's a productivity beast in my opinion. Second, I like the charm of its size mainly because of how it's wider and not as tall compared to other notebook style foldable phones. The Pixel Fold's size really reminds me of a passport, due to how it's almost square rather than rectangular — which I think makes it much more suitable to hold. With its 5.8-inch cover display, I don't constantly find myself stretching out my fingers. Plus, it makes typing feel much more natural. And finally, there's the cameras on the back of the original Galaxy Fold. They consist of a 48MP main shooter, 10.8MP ultrawide, and a 10.8MP telephoto with 5x optical zoom. This triple camera system has all the utility I want in a camera phone to shoot subjects near, far, and in between, all without compromise. I'm particularly impressed with the telephoto, which manages to capture excellent detail. Also worth mentioning is that many of the accessories for the Pixel Fold are heavily discounted given how the phone's been out for almost 2 years. There's a rugged Otterbox Pixel Fold case that's 48% off right now, as well as a MagSafe case that's under $13. If you're worried about software support, just know that the Pixel Fold still has a few years left — so it'll continue to get new features and security updates. That's because Google promised five years of software support when the Pixel Fold first launched.
Phone Arena
01-07-2025
- Phone Arena
You can't turn down Google's first-gen Pixel Fold at these phenomenal new prices!
Even though Google is getting ready to unveil its third-ever in-house foldable device, bargain hunters willing to give these types of phones a chance might want to consider the search giant's first Galaxy Z Fold alternative today. That's because the OG Pixel Fold is on sale at some remarkably low prices at Woot right now in both refurbished and brand-new condition, still delivering amazing value despite its advanced age... and outdated Google Tensor G2 processor. $1319 off (73%) 5G, Unlocked, 256GB Storage, 12GB RAM, Google Tensor G2 Processor, 7.6-Inch Primary Foldable OLED Display with 2208 x 1080 Pixel Resolution and 120Hz Refresh Rate Technology, 5.8-Inch Cover OLED Screen with 2092 x 1080 Pixel Resolution and 120Hz Refresh Rate Support, 48 + 10.8 + 10.8MP Triple Rear-Facing Camera System, 8MP Inner Selfie Camera, 9.5MP Cover Shooter, 4,821mAh Battery, Obsidian Color, Grade A Refurbished, Practically New Condition, 1-Year Warranty Included Buy at Woot $1219 off (68%) 5G, Unlocked, 256GB Storage, 12GB RAM, Google Tensor G2 Processor, 7.6-Inch Primary Foldable OLED Display with 2208 x 1080 Pixel Resolution and 120Hz Refresh Rate Technology, 5.8-Inch Cover OLED Screen with 2092 x 1080 Pixel Resolution and 120Hz Refresh Rate Support, 48 + 10.8 + 10.8MP Triple Rear-Facing Camera System, 8MP Inner Selfie Camera, 9.5MP Cover Shooter, 4,821mAh Battery, Obsidian Color, Brand-New Condition, 1-Year Warranty Included Buy at Woot 5G, Unlocked, 256GB Storage, 12GB RAM, Google Tensor G2 Processor, 7.6-Inch Primary Foldable OLED Display with 2208 x 1080 Pixel Resolution and 120Hz Refresh Rate Technology, 5.8-Inch Cover OLED Screen with 2092 x 1080 Pixel Resolution and 120Hz Refresh Rate Support, 48 + 10.8 + 10.8MP Triple Rear-Facing Camera System, 8MP Inner Selfie Camera, 9.5MP Cover Shooter, 4,821mAh Battery, Obsidian Color, Renewed Buy at Amazon If you hurry, you can pay as little as $579.99 for a new, unused, unopened, and undamaged foldable with a 7.6-inch primary OLED screen and 5.8-inch cover display, which is an awesome deal no matter how you look at it. That's a "fully unlocked" Pixel Fold variant with 256GB internal storage space and a 1-year warranty included, mind you, and for $120 extra, you can bump up the local digital hoarding room to 512 gigs. Alternatively, you can go for a "grade A" refurbished unit with a 1-year warranty of its own at $479.99 and up, and don't worry, those ultra-affordable devices are said to be "practically new", working on all US carriers despite technically being " Verizon models" and offering top-shelf "quality and performance" after clearing all the necessary tests. $479.99, of course, will buy you a 256GB storage configuration, with 512 gig units costing $549.99... for a limited time. In contrast, the greatest Amazon deal available today has the former variant listed at $18 more in "renewed" condition with no clear warranty details in sight. So, yes, you should definitely think about picking up the Pixel Fold from Woot while you can if you're in the market for one of the best foldable devices with one of the lowest price points out there. Obviously, this bad boy is nowhere near as powerful or as overall impressive as Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 6... which is why it's so much cheaper. Secure your connection now at a bargain price! We may earn a commission if you make a purchase Check Out The Offer
