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Phone Arena
4 days ago
- Business
- Phone Arena
Google is about to ace a key maturity exam with its 'late' Pixel 10 launch
How delighted were you when you heard that this year's big "Made by Google" event could take place in July or even June instead of August or September? Well, that dream was crushed in no time, as the Pixel 10 series launch is now reportedly scheduled for August 20, with a proper release for the search giant's four new high-end smartphones then expected on August 28. Basically, the Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL, and Pixel 10 Pro Fold are likely to go official later in the year than the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL , and Pixel 9 Pro Fold did back in 2024, which sounds like bad news for Google fans, Android purists, and even Android users in general. But while I consider myself a member of all three of those groups, I view the newly rumored dates as a potentially positive thing. Here's why: Who here remembers the original Google Pixel phone? The decidedly experimental Android 7.1 Nougat-running handset (and its XL sibling) were unveiled in early October 2016, followed by a Pixel 2 duo in October 2017, the Pixel 3 and 3 XL in October 2018, and the Pixel 4 and 4 XL in, you guessed it, October 2019. Google broke the pattern (somewhat) with a late September 2020 launch for the single-size Pixel 5, going back to a traditional October announcement for the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro in 2021, Pixel 7 and 7 Pro in 2022, and Pixel 8 and 8 Pro in 2023. The Pixel 9 family then changed the paradigm completely, both by including four members instead of just two or three and by seeing daylight in August. The Pixel 9 family should mark the beginning of a new era for Google-made smartphones. | Image Credit -- PhoneArena This allowed Google to beat Apple's iPhone 16 quartet to the market, which was clearly a smart strategic choice. But while a June or July 2025 release would have given the Pixel 10 series a strategic advantage over Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 7, Z Flip 7, and Z Flip 7 FE in addition to this year's iPhone 17 lineup, that would have also signaled weakness and indecision for a company that's setting the trends in so many segments of the tech industry. After nine years in this business (15 if you also count the discontinued Nexus line), Google needs to show maturity, boldness, and a pioneering spirit that other brands can follow. Predictability is a key characteristic of most smartphone market heavyweights (from Apple to Samsung and even Xiaomi or Oppo), and if Google wants to join that club, firmly locking a timeframe for all future high-end Pixel launches sounds like the best possible "programming" move. Quick, what's the first thing that comes to mind when you hear the Pixel 9a name? It's "delay", isn't it? But that's not entirely fair, as Google's 2025 mid-ranger was still released earlier in the year than the Pixel 8a back in May 2024. The search giant would have clearly been better off unveiling and releasing the Pixel 9a in April or even May than rushing its announcement and tarnishing its image with what everyone now views as a tardy rollout. The Pixel 9a is proof an early announcement is not always a good idea. | Image Credit -- PhoneArena To a certain extent, the same can be said about last year's Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro Fold , which arrived in stores a couple of weeks after the "vanilla" Pixel 9 and the Pixel 9 Pro XL despite all four models going official at the same time. Bottom line, it would be much wiser of Google to unveil the Pixel 10 , 10 Pro, 10 Pro XL, and 10 Pro Fold on August 20 and start shipping all four devices on August 28 than rushing them to a July announcement only to realize the phones can't actually be used until weeks later. Of course, that's all assuming Big G will release the entire Pixel 10 family by the end of August, which is obviously not a guarantee just yet.
CNET
21-05-2025
- Business
- CNET
A Hefty 50% Off Hits the Right Note With These Anker Soundcore P20i Wireless Earbuds
We're huge fans of wireless earbuds and we think everyone can benefit from adding a pair to their tech bag. There are plenty of options on the market today with various features and wide-ranging prices. You don't have to spend huge sums to listen to your music and podcasts on the go, especially if you snag this Memorial Day bargain. Amazon's new discount slashes the price all the way to just $20, a full 50% off the original $40 asking price and the lowest price we've seen. You don't need to enter any codes or clip any coupons, but you do need to act soon as this deal could end at any time. These Soundcore P20i wireless earbuds come in a choice of three different colors at this price -- black, navy blue and white -- so make sure to select the color that you prefer before adding anything to your cart. Other hues are also available for $4 more. Color aside, the P20i all have the same features on the inside. That means you'll get 10 hours of battery life on a single charge with the case extending that to 30 hours. You can top them up for 10 minutes and get a full two hours of playtime should the need arise, too. And as mentioned, they're a great option if you plan to pick these up as running earbuds or for working out thanks to that IPX5 rating. Hey, did you know? CNET Deals texts are free, easy and save you money. Like all good earbuds, these have built-in microphones for making calls. Plus, there are 22 preset equalizers to choose from to make sure you get the perfect sound. We're pretty taken with these things, but we know they might not be for everyone. Check out our list of the best wireless earbuds deals if you're looking for something a little different. There are also plenty of Memorial Day discounts on headphones and speakers that you can shop right now. And if you're looking for more low-cost buys, check out our roundup of the best deals under $25. Why this deal matters These Anker headphones are back down to their all-time low price. We saw these on sale a few months ago but they've never been cheaper than this, and we don't expect that to change anytime soon. But there's no telling how long this deal will last so for that reason we suggest acting now if you're interested.
