What to expect from Google’s 2026 Pixel hardware launch event
Google is preparing for its 2026 hardware launch event, which will feature the new Pixel 11 smartphone lineup and potentially new wearable devices. The event is notable for its evening timing and the inclusion of celebrity host Trevor Noah.
Why it matters
As a major tech event, it signals the direction of consumer hardware trends and Google's competitive strategy in the mobile market.
It’s that time of year: On Wednesday, Google is set to host its annual Made by Google hardware launch event for Pixel gadgets. Google itself has already teased new slab-style and foldable Pixel smartphones, but leaks also indicate that the company could announce updated watches, a new color for familiar earbuds, and perhaps a brand new AirTag-like item tracker.
However, unusually, Google’s event is taking place in the evening: It kicks off on Wednesday at 6PM ET / 3PM PT instead of in the early afternoon or mid-morning, like many other tech events. And this time it has a celebrity host in Trevor Noah.
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