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What Google got right and what Google got wrong on Pixel day
July 12, 2025
Google today announced a slew of devices at its fall hardware event. We saw the newPixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL, as well as a newNest Mini,Google Wifi,Pixelbook Go, andPixel Buds 2. Each of these products has pros and cons.
Now that we’ve had a minute to digest the news and assess where Google stands, here’s what we think about everything on Day One.
The phones
Obviously, we’re all about theGoogle Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL. The devices may look simple, but they are feature rich andappealing in their own way.
What we like:
What we don’t like:
Google fans will love the Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL. These expensive handsetsgo on sale October 24.
The company teased theGoogle Pixel Buds 2, a sequel to its original Assistant-capable in-ear headphones.
These true wireless headphones will go head-to-head withApple’s AirPodsonce they reach the market.
Google’s smart home division had a few things to talk about during the fall event, including a newNest MiniandNest Wifi.
Nest Mini – What we like:
Nest Wifi — What we like:
Google unveiled a new Pixelbook at its fall event, but this is no flagship machine. Where thePixelbookis a high-end device, thePixelbook Gois a mid-range offering.
In the past, Google never felt as stingy as Apple with its products, particularly with respect to pricing options. This year things feel different. Things like the minimal storage on the entry-level Pixel 4 and the outdated Core M3 processor on the cheapest Pixelbook come across as Apple-level grift.
How did Google make youfeeltoday? What do you like and what do you dislike? Sound off below!
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