Google Made by Google 2025 event: Pixel 10, Watch 4, Buds 2a announced
Made by Google 2025: A Star-Studded Unveiling
Google is set to host its highly anticipated Made by Google event on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at 1 PM Eastern Time (10 AM PT) in New York 1 2 3. Breaking from tradition, this year's keynote will be officially hosted by The Tonight Show's Jimmy Fallon, signaling a shift towards a more mainstream, engaging presentation style 1 4. Fallon, who has a history of tech segments on his talk shows, will be joined by a star-studded lineup including Stephen Curry, Lando Norris, and the Jonas Brothers, hinting at a focus on showcasing use cases rather than just technical specifications 1 3. The event will be livestreamed globally on Google's Made by Google YouTube channel 2 4.
The Future of Pixel Phones
Google is expected to unveil a comprehensive lineup of four new Pixel 10 series devices: the standard Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL, and the foldable Pixel 10 Pro Fold 2 3 5. These devices, internally codenamed Frankel, Blazer, Mustang, and Rango respectively, are anticipated to maintain similar designs to their predecessors, featuring curved edges and glass panels 3 6. The Pixel 10 and 10 Pro are expected to retain a 6.3-inch display, while the Pixel 10 Pro XL will feature a larger 6.8-inch panel 3.
A significant upgrade across the lineup is the new Tensor G5 chip, manufactured using a TSMC node, promising improved efficiency and performance with a strong focus on AI capabilities 3.
Camera and Charging Innovations
The base Pixel 10 is slated to receive a triple rear camera array for the first time, including a 50MP main lens, a 12MP ultrawide, and a 10.8MP 5x telephoto lens 3 5. While the Pro models may retain similar camera hardware to last year, software enhancements powered by Gemini AI are expected to deliver top-tier photo and video quality 3.
A notable feature across all four new phones is the rumored inclusion of Qi2 magnetic wireless charging, potentially supporting the faster Qi 25W standard, alongside a new line of "Pixelsnap" magnetic accessories 3 5. Battery capacities are expected to increase, with the Pixel 10 Pro sporting 4,870 mAh and the Pro XL boasting a massive 5,200 mAh, marking the largest battery on a Pixel phone to date 3.
Design, Colors, and Durability
The Pixel 10 series will launch with Android 16 pre-installed, showcasing Google's new Material 3 Expressive UI and potentially a new Android desktop mode 3 5. Color options for the base Pixel 10 are rumored to include Obsidian, Frost, Indigo, and Limoncello, while the Pro models will offer Obsidian, Porcelain, Moonstone, and Jade 3. The Pixel 10 Pro Fold is expected in Moonstone and Jade, with a refined hinge for sleeker bezels and a potential first for foldables: an IP68 water and dust resistance rating 3 5.
Storage configurations will range, with the Pixel 10 Pro offering up to 1TB and the Pro XL starting at 256GB 3. Pricing is largely expected to remain consistent with the Pixel 9 series, starting around $799 for the Pixel 10 and up to $1,799 for the Pixel 10 Pro Fold 5.
Pixel Watch 4 and Pixel Buds 2a
The Made by Google event is also set to introduce the Pixel Watch 4 and a new pair of budget earbuds, the Pixel Buds 2a 2 3 5.
Pixel Watch 4 Enhancements
The Pixel Watch 4 will come in 41mm and 45mm sizes, featuring a familiar design with a rotating crown but potentially new side cutouts for a side-mounted charging system 3. This new charging approach could enable faster charging and a "mini clock" display mode while charging 3 5. Battery life is projected to be significantly improved, with the 41mm model offering up to 30 hours and the 45mm up to 40 hours, fueled by increased battery capacities and a new Google M55 co-processor alongside the Snapdragon W5 Gen 1 chipset 3.
The smartwatch will run Wear OS 6, bringing a refreshed Material 3 Expressive UI and dynamic watch faces 3. Deep integration with Google's Gemini AI is expected to deliver personalized assistance, including habit-based advice and text suggestions that mimic the user's writing style 3. Health features include a "Gen-3 Sensor Hub" for more accurate tracking, a "Breathing Emergencies" alert for low blood oxygen, ECG, and HRV sensors 3. Pricing is anticipated to remain similar to its predecessor, starting at $349 for Wi-Fi models, with potential $50 price drops for LTE variants 3 5.
Pixel Buds 2a Features
The long-awaited Pixel Buds 2a are expected to feature active noise cancellation (ANC) and spatial audio, a significant upgrade from the A-Series 5. While sharing a design similar to the Pixel Buds Pro 2, they will offer about seven hours of battery life on the buds and 20 hours with the case 5. European pricing is reported around €149, suggesting a US price of approximately $149 5.
Staggered Availability
While all these new devices will be announced tomorrow, their release will be staggered 5. The Pixel 10, 10 Pro, and 10 Pro XL are expected to go on sale on August 28 5. However, the Pixel 10 Pro Fold, Pixel Watch 4, and Pixel Buds 2a may face delays due to supply chain issues, potentially not hitting shelves until October 9 3 5.
The Rise of Gemini AI
Google's overarching strategy for its new hardware clearly emphasizes AI, with Gemini models playing a central role 3 7. Beyond device-specific features, Google AI Studio provides a web-based IDE for developers to prototype and deploy Gemini models with multimodal input 8. Similarly, Gemini Code Assist offers AI-powered assistance across various IDEs, terminals, and GitHub, facilitating code generation, review, and troubleshooting for developers 9. This comprehensive AI integration aims to make Pixel devices more intuitive, efficient, and deeply personalized for users 3 7.
