From the AI-powered Pixel 10 series to Gemini for Home, here’s a full breakdown of Google’s biggest hardware and software reveals
Gemini Takes Center Stage
The 2025 Made by Google event was a showcase of hardware innovation and deep Gemini AI integration, arriving just ahead of Apple’s own fall event. At the heart of the announcement was Google’s vision for an AI-first future, spanning smartphones, wearables, smart home devices, and more.
Pixel 10 Series: Smarter, Faster, Zoomier
The Pixel 10, 10 Pro, and 10 Pro XL debuted with Google’s Tensor G5 processor, marking a new generation of performance and AI capabilities.
- Gemini Live now includes camera-sharing for real-time guidance (e.g., interior design help)
- Camera Coach offers AI-driven tips on angles, lighting, and composition
- Conversational photo editing lets users instruct Gemini to tweak brightness, remove objects, or change backgrounds
- 5x telephoto lens on the base Pixel 10 — a first for non-Pro models
- 100x Pro Res Zoom on the Pro models for enhanced close-ups
- No major changes to screen sizes or design, but improvements in battery life and charging speed
Availability Note: For the first time, the Pixel 10 series will launch in Mexico, though the Pixel 10 Pro and LTE Pixel Watch 4 won’t be sold there.
PixelSnap: Google’s Answer to MagSafe
Google unveiled PixelSnap, a new magnetic accessory ecosystem built into the Pixel 10 devices.
- Qi2 wireless charging supported across the lineup
- 25W on Pixel 10 Pro XL
- 15W on Pixel 10, Pro, and Fold
- Accessories launched:
- $40 PixelSnap charger
- $50 PixelSnap case
- $30 Ring Stand
- Compatible with select MagSafe accessories and Made for Google partners
Pixel 10 Pro Fold: Refined and Rugged
Google also announced the new Pixel 10 Pro Fold, now sleeker and more durable:
- 6.4-inch cover display, 8-inch main screen
- Thinner bezels and stronger hinge design
- First foldable Pixel to get an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance
- G5 chip, Gemini features, and upgraded camera system with:
- 48MP ultra-wide lens
- 5x telephoto zoom
- Improved battery life
- Priced at $1,799, available in Moonstone and Jade
Pixel Watch 4: Subtle But Smarter
The Pixel Watch 4 comes with a thicker frame, longer battery, and smaller bezels.
- Access Gemini AI by simply raising your wrist
- LTE version not available in Mexico
- Tighter integration with Fitbit and Google Health
Pixel Buds: Smarter, More Colorful
Two upgraded earbuds were introduced:
- Pixel Buds 2a:
- Active noise cancellation
- Transparency mode
- New colors: Hazel and Iris
- Pixel Buds Pro 2:
- Answer calls by nodding or shaking your head
- Gemini hands-free support
- New Moonstone color
Pixel Journal App: Google’s AI Diary
A direct competitor to Apple’s Journal app, Pixel Journal is built for Pixel 10 devices.
- Add text, photos, locations, and activities
- Lock entries for privacy
- AI-generated prompts and suggestions to encourage daily writing
Fitbit’s New AI Health Coach
Google debuted an AI-powered fitness coach for the Fitbit app, focused on personalization:
- Users can set goals and preferences
- AI builds custom workout plans and adapts them in real time
- Acts as a sleep coach, offering tips to improve rest
- Launching in October inside the redesigned Fitbit app
- Compatible with Pixel Watches and Fitbit trackers
Gemini for Home: A Smarter Google Assistant
The biggest software shift: Gemini for Home will replace Google Assistant on Nest and other smart home devices.
- More context-aware commands (e.g., “play the song of the year from 1990”)
- Handles multi-step routines like dimming lights and adjusting temperature together
- Integrated Gemini Live for two-way conversation and brainstorming
- Compatible with Nest doorbells, thermostats, cameras, and more
- Will support free and premium versions
- Early access begins October
