Google is ready to showcase its latest hardware lineup at the upcoming Made by Google event in New York City on Wednesday, August 12. The stage is set for the reveal of the Pixel 11, the Pixel 11 Pro, the Pixel 11 Pro Fold, and the fifth generation of the Pixel Watch. These announcements follow a series of teaser videos from the company that confirmed the names and some design elements of the new devices.
Comedian Trevor Noah will host the event, joined by various high-profile guests including NBA star Stephen Curry, podcast host Alex Cooper, cricketer Shubman Gill, and actress Ayami Nakajo. The event is scheduled for 6 p.m. ET, and the industry expects a heavy focus on hardware updates rather than major shifts in design, specifically regarding the rumored HiLight notification feature on the back of the phone.
While rumors swirled about potential new laptop hardware dubbed Googlebooks, it is unlikely these devices will make an appearance this week. Reports suggest the focus remains on mobile hardware and wearables, with analysts predicting modest hardware changes but an increase in RAM to support Gemini software performance on the new Pixel Watch 5. A Pixel Tag is also expected to join the company's product catalog.
We will be covering the event live from New York City to provide updates on all product specifications, pricing, and availability. Check back on Wednesday for a complete account of what the company unveiled and how the new hardware stacks up against the current market options.