Google Schedules Surprise Pixel Launch Event In August

Pixel 9 Series Launch Event Date Announced

Google revealed the launch event details on its official store page with a short teaser video. The video confirmed the launch date to be August 13, 2024, in Roman numerals along with a silhouette of the Pixel 9 and its new rounded camera bar.
Upon tapping on the “Learn More” button, you are redirected to the event page. The keynote is all set to start at 10 AM PT (10:30 AM IST) on August 13.
Shortly after, several tech media houses took to the internet to share media invites for the event. The invites shed some more light on what we can expect from the upcoming much-anticipated event.
The invite reads, While Google hasn’t specifically talked about a live stream, going by its track record, there should be one. Now, the event is happening around two months earlier, since it usually takes place during October or September, close to the iPhone launch event.

What to Expect from August’s Pixel Launch?

Going by what the invite says, we can be pretty sure at this point about the Pixel 9 series’ official debut during the event. From the small tease that we got to see from Google, the back panel design seems to fall in line with the Pixel 9’s design renders and image leaks.
In addition, we will also see Android 15 finally get rolled out to the public. It doesn’t end there, and we may also get to see Gemini get some new powers, alongside the Pixel Fold 2 and Pixel Watch 3.
Going by leaks and reports, the Pixel 9 series will most likely include three devices — the vanilla Pixel 9, the Pixel 9 Pro, and the Pixel 9 XL. The XL nomenclature is likely to extend to the Pixel Watch lineup as well this year. Read the expected difference between Pixel Watch 3 and 3 XL. Google speeding things up this year could mean that it’s buckling up to give Apple Intelligence a tough competition. Whatever it is, we are not complaining, and are excited for the event!
What else do you think Google could be hiding up its sleeves for the upcoming event? Take to the comments down below to share your thoughts!