Google Products We’re Looking Forward to in 2023
Reading Time: 3 minutesGoogle’s Pixel range is set to expand in 2023, with the addition of a tablet and a folding device alongside more new phones.
Google has been upping its hardware game for quite some time now, as is evident by the rising popularity and sales of its Pixel phones. So it’s no surprise that many fans are waiting to see what the company has been working on behind the scenes.
If you’re one of them, here are the top five Google products you can expect to see in 2023.
Pixel 8 Series
With the Pixel 6 launched in 2021, Google give us a glimpse into what an Android phone should be. Unfortunately, the device was filled with bugs as many users reported issues with the fingerprint sensor, connectivity, charging, auto-brightness, and more.
In 2022, the Pixel 7 addressed these problems, allowing us to appreciate everything great about the device: affordable price, amazing cameras, clean software, and really smart AI.
In 2023, we want to see a meaningful bump in performance and battery life on the Pixel 8 and 8 Pro. Although we love the Google Tensor processor for its AI capabilities, it still falls short in sheer power and efficiency compared to Snapdragon alternatives.
We also expect a 120Hz display on the Pixel 8, an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor on the Pixel 8 Pro, and faster charging on both phones alongside more color options. Some sources suggest a Pixel 8 Ultra is in the works too, but we’re not fully sold on that rumor yet.
Pixel 7a
Although the Pixel 7 already offers amazing value, you might not want to spend more than $500 on a phone. If so, the Pixel 7a might be the perfect Android mid-range phone for you.
Based on a leak, the Pixel 7a will finally feature a high refresh rate 90Hz panel—addressing one of the biggest complaints about the Pixel 6a. The leak also mentions wireless charging capability, but that seems highly unlikely for a phone under $500.
That said, we are expecting a new camera system and a new design very similar to that of the Pixel 7. The Pixel 6a launched for $449, and the Pixel 7a is likely to cost the same, but the global chip shortage and rising inflation could result in a slight bump in price.
Pixel Fold
Perhaps the most exciting Google product of 2023 is the rumored Pixel Fold. We have a pretty good idea of what the Pixel Fold will look like thanks to a report by Front Page Tech.
From the leaked render, it seems the Pixel Fold will have a big camera bump, thick internal bezels, and more closely resemble the Oppo Find N than the Galaxy Z Fold 4. This is great news because the tall aspect ratio of the Fold 4 makes the device hard to use with one hand when folded shut.
A smaller form factor, similar to that of the Oppo Find N, would allow the cover screen to be much more reachable and the main screen to be wider rather than taller, making it more appropriate for gaming or media consumption.
Pixel Tablet
The Pixel Tablet was one of the several products announced at the 2022 Made by Google event. So far, we know that the tablet will come with a single rear camera, the Tensor G2 processor, and a charging speaker dock that can make the tablet double as a Nest Hub.
Sadly, its thick white bezels make the Pixel Tablet looks surprisingly dated for a 2023 device. Alternatives such as the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 come with seemingly slimmer bezels, a dual rear camera system, and a magnetic connector on the back to store and charge your stylus.
In the presentation, it seems Google is designing the Pixel Tablet to never leave the house. This means the device could lack a modem for calling and a number of important sensors, making it pretty useless if not connected to Wi-Fi. We remain curious for the full reveal.
Pixel Watch 2
The Pixel Watch is not the best smartwatch of 2022 for a variety of reasons including its poor battery life, small screen, huge bezels, features locked behind a subscription paywall, and of course the ridiculous $350 price tag.
Such problems are expected from a first-gen device, so for the Pixel Watch 2 set to release in 2023, we are expecting Google to solve all of those problems, better optimize apps for WearOS, and hopefully lower the price to a more reasonable level.
The Best of Google Pixel Is Yet to Come
Google is in a weird position right now; some of its products such as the Pixel 7 and 7 Pro are so good that they make Samsung and Apple flagships seem overpriced. But at the same time, other Pixel devices such as the Pixel Watch feel very lacking and uncompetitive.
Hopefully, as the company continues to invest more in hardware, its full range of products will improve too. The best of Google is yet to come, and we’re excited to see what 2023 brings to the table.
Reference: https://www.makeuseof.com/google-devices-were-looking-forward-to-2023/