Alphabet Inc's Google is about to kickstart annual hardware event 'Made by Google' in matter of minutes where it will launch the Pixel 3, Pixel 3 XL, an upgraded Chromecast, a Google Home Hub, a new Pixel Slate tablet and Pixelbook 2. While we already know a lot about the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL smartphones, thanks to endless leaks and reports surrounding the devices, indications from the tech giant point towards something unexpected to come to light when the phones are launched today.
Apart from the Pixel 3 smartphones, we are also likely to be treated to a host of new hardware offerings from Google. Stay tuned to remain updated about the developments at the Made by Google event.
LIVE updates:
08:21pm: The Made by Google event is about to start. Tech enthusiats and journalists have started to take their seats. The event will begin at 8:30 pm IST (11 am EDT)
08:32pm: Google cues the short video earlier posted on the Made by Google Twitter handle mocking leaks about the Pixel smartphones. Has Google pulled the biggest bamboozle in the world of technology!? Stay tuned to find out.
08:37pm: "The incredible technologies you'll hear about today are built on this twenty-year history of making information more helpful and accessible for people," says Rick Osterloh, SVP Hardware at Google, as he opens the Made by Google event.
08:42pm: Developed new tools to let you control your devices, instead of those devices controlling you, Osterloh said.
08:44pm: For life on the go, we designed the world's best camera, and put it in the world's most helpful phone, Osterloh said whle introducing the Pixel 3. "For life at work and play, we are bringing the power and productivity of a desktop to a gorgeous tablet called Pixel Slate. And for life at home, we designed a smart display so you can hear and see the info you need and manage your connected home from a single screen. Introducing Google Home Hub," he further said.
08:46pm: With Google Home Hub, we have redesigned Google's most helpful services like Search, YouTube, Maps, Calender and Photos so they are easily controllable by your voice and provide glancable help, says Diya Jolly, Vice President, Product Management at Google.
08:50pm: The Google Home Hub comes with a display designed specifically to help you in your home environment, Jolly said. The design incorporates rounded corners, premium matrials and custom fabric, she added. The Google Home Hub will be available in four colours with a floating display.
08:51pm: Consciously skipped the camera on Google Home Hub so that it is comfortable to use even in private spaces, like your bedroom, Jolly said.
08:51pm: With Ambient EQ, the screen on Google Home Hub can adjust to the ambient lighting. Can even turn off at night, adjust to lighting conditions at different times of the day and also you home decor. It ccan even provide personalised responses by identifying which family member is talking to it.