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Today Google took the stage for its big fall hardware event to showcase a new family of Pixel products. The company debuted its latest and greatest Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro smartphones, launched its first Pixel Watch to take on Apple and Samsung, and gave us another glance at the upcoming Pixel Tablet.

As expected, Google kicked off the event by instantly talking about its AI, machine learning, and all things Google that helped the company deliver this new cohesive family of products. The search giant talked about interoperability, a design that blends together across the entire family of devices, all while suiting every individual's lifestyle.

First, we got a solid look at the Pixel 7 and 7 Pro, the 2nd generation Tensor chip powering them, and tons of details about the capable new cameras, then the company quickly pivoted to the smartwatch. Unfortunately, we didn't get any surprises or a folding phone teaser.

If you didn't have time to follow along during the live stream, we quickly gathered all the details for you. So, here's everything Google unveiled at today's event and when you can buy them.

A New Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro

Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro Pricing
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In a surprise turn of events, Google gave us our first glimpse of its Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro phones this spring at its May developer event. Yes, the company revealed its next devices 5-6 months earlier than anyone anticipated. It was wild.

Between the early teaser and a slew of leaks and hands-on videos lately, we knew pretty much everything already. The new Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro are very similar to last year, with a refined and shiny design to match the stylish new Pixel Watch. However, now we know every little detail.

Related: The Google Pixel 7 Arrives to Dominate Smartphone Cameras

The Pixel 7 has a slightly smaller 6.3-inch screen (and smaller bezels) than the Pixel 6 from last year, but that's the biggest change on the outside. Well, aside from the improved cameras. It's still a 90Hz 1080p HD display, runs Android 13, and gets all its Pixel-prowess from Google's new 2nd generation Tensor G2 chip.

With the bigger Pixel 7 Pro, we're getting more of the same. It has the same large 6.7-inch Quad-HD 120 Hz display as last year, comes in several fun colors, and is largely an iterative update over the previous generation. Most of the changes come from a supercharged camera system on the back.

Pixel 7 Pro specs
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The Pixel 7 Pro has an updated 48MP telephoto zoom camera, a new "macro focus" mode, and even a new "cinematic blur" option similar to the iPhone. Plus, Google's using that Tensor G2 chip and machine learning to make zoom photos better than anything we've seen on a smartphone. And hey, these phones have Face Unlock, too.

If everything we've seen and heard is accurate, the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro will be solid phones and, luckily, start at the same $599 and $899 prices as last year's devices. The Pixel 7 should remain one of the best phones in its price segment.

More importantly, you can pre-order either phone starting today, with shipping and in-store availability on October 13th. Grab yours from the links below.

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Google Pixel 7-5G Android Phone - Unlocked Smartphone with Wide Angle Lens and 24-Hour Battery - 128GB - Obsidian

The Pixel 7 offers a big boost in photo quality, plus improved battery life and AI-enabled features. It's the latest in Google excellence, and it starts at just $600.

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Google Pixel 7 Pro - 5G Android Phone - Unlocked Smartphone with Telephoto/Wide Angle Lens, and 24-Hour Battery - 128GB - Hazel
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The Google Pixel 7 Pro offers the best photo quality of any Pixel phone to date, with improved wide-angle, ultra-wide, and telephoto lenses. It also adds Face Unlock, giving you an easier way to unlock your phone.

Finally, a Pixel Watch

After years and years of endless rumors, Google finally released its own Pixel Watch. It sports a unique design with a clean look thanks to its round 1.6-inch screen. That comes out to around a 41mm watch face, similar to others on the market. It's stylish and minimal, with rounded edges on the top and bottom that drew inspiration from a water drop.

The Pixel Watch is the best of Google and Fitbit all in one. Designed to help you on the go, on the couch, in bed, and everywhere in between. Running on Wear OS 3.5, Google's redesigned the experience to take full advantage of Fitbit, helping you do more from your wrist.

Related: Google Finally Debuts Its Pixel Watch For $349

As you can see, the design has a minimalist-like approach, complete with a large digital crown and user-replaceable bands. The Pixel Watch comes in three primary colors and four different band options. However, Google showcased dozens of different colors, textures, leather, stretch bands, and more that are all easily user-replaceable.

Google uses a Samsung Exynos processor, not a custom Tensor wear chip, along with 32GB of storage, 2GB of RAM, and a 294 mAh battery that promises 24 hours per charge. The watch is highly customizable, from the bands to the software experience, and you'll enjoy all the usual heart rate and blood oxygen sensors we've come to expect from our watches.

Woman wearing a Pixel Watch in gold
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The all-new Pixel Watch is $349 for the Wi-Fi model, and there's a Wi-Fi + Cellular option at $399 for those that want more flexibility. Pre-order one today, or buy your own starting on October 13th.

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Get the all-new Pixel Watch, the best of Fitbit and Google, starting at $349.

Another Look at the Pixel Tablet

The soft metal backside of the Pixel Tablet.
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Google ditched the tablet business in 2019, but everything changed in May when the company teased a new Pixel Tablet coming in 2023. The teaser was somewhat underwhelming, and the tablet looked very premature in the short video clip.

Unfortunately, we still haven't much to tell you about the upcoming Google Pixel Tablet. Today the company talked about how it'll be the best way to experience Android on a tablet, apps will run great on the large screen, and it features a thoughtfully created design perfect for your home.

Google's VP of product management Rose Yao suggested a stylus is coming, which we've heard from the rumor mill. She then stated that Google designed the Pixel Tablet to be as helpful as possible throughout the day, and it'll come with a charging speaker docking mount. Basically, it'll be a tablet and a Nest Smart display of sorts.

The Pixel Tablet perched on an end table.
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That's about all Google wanted to share about the tablet, aside from confirming it'll have Google's Tensor G2 chip and a nano-ceramic matte finish, which we all expected.

According to various Pixel Tablet leaks, it'll come with a big and vibrant 11-inch display, 128/256GB storage options, Wi-Fi 6 support, and a Pixel Stylus similar to what we heard on stage.

It's worth noting that 9to5Google recently hinted at a second Pixel Tablet Pro, which could have a better rear camera and would likely come with the Pixel Stylus out of the box instead of an optional add-on. Then again, these are only rumors, and Google didn't give us much more info today.

No Surprises or Folding Phones

Google Pixel Fold Concept
Pixel Fold Concept

We didn't hear too many rumors about surprise products or announcements leading up to the event, aside from the usual "Pixel Fold" reports that have been floating around for several years. That's because we didn't get any.

Google didn't pull any surprises out of its sleeve, teasers, or ramble about anything today. It focused purely on the three new Pixel products available next week and then briefly talked about the tablet, and that's all.

Many fans and reporters anticipated a Pixel Fold teaser. We've heard rumors about a Pixel Fold for more than a year, and all indications point to a potential Google Pixel Notepad announcement eventually. However, if Google does have a Pixel Notepad folding phone in the works, we didn't see it today.


In closing, Google's October 2022 hardware event was all about the new Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro smartphones and its fancy new Pixel Watch. You can pre-order either of those three items today, and they'll be available next week. Then, we'll learn more about the Pixel Tablet in early 2023.