As the release of the Google Pixel 9 series draws near, we can hardly contain our enthusiasm. Google is preparing for the August 14 launch event wherein, the company will unveil its new Pixel phone lineup in India. Google has given us a glimpse of the next Google Pixel 9 Pro and Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold, but we still don't know the exact specs. However, the expected features of the upcoming Google Pixel smartphone generation has been leaked online. Here are all details that we know so far about the upcoming Google Pixel 9 series.

Google Pixel 9 series to debut on August 14: Models that you can expect
First thing first! The Google Pixel 9 series is tipped to compromise four new models—the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, and Pixel 9 Pro Fold. This would be the second foldable phone from Google and the first to debut in India. Although not much has been revealed, the official teaser indicated that Google AI, Gemini, will be heavily interwoven into the smartphones.

Google Pixel 9 series: colour scheme and design
The Google Pixel 9 series will be available in new hues, including pink, off-white (perhaps dubbed Porcelain White), light grey, and dark grey. The rear panel could be soft matte, while the sides would be glossy or polished. The phones may come with a unique appearance thanks to the redesigned camera island. There seems to be a noticeable protrusion from the back panel on the camera island. The Pro model could ship with three lenses whereas a typical Pixel might contain two lenses. On the other hand, Pixel 9 Pro Fold is likely to ship with a square camera island with rounded corners. On the front, these phones could house a punch hole cutout on the front is intended for the selfie camera.

Pixel 9 series specifications
The Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro is leaked to sport a 6.3 inches Actua display, while the Pixel 9 XL could come with 6.8 inches super Actua display. The Pixel 9 Pro Fold is likely to sport a 6.3-inch Actua Front (cover screen) and 8-inch Super Actua Flex display (inner screen). On the camera front, the Pixel 9's rear cameras could comprise a 50MP wide camera and a 48MP ultrawide snapper. The Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9 XL model will sport 48MP ultrawide, a 48MP telephoto, and a 50MP primary camera.

The Pixel 9 Pro Fold would boast three cameras including a 10.8MP telephoto sensor, a 10.5MP ultrawide camera, and a 48MP primary camera. On the front, the Pixel 9 could get a 10.5MP selfie camera while Pixel 9 Pro and XL variants would get a 42MP, and the Pixel 9 Pro Fold will feature a 10MP selfie camera.

For the performance, all the Pixel 9 smartphones would come equipped with Tensor G4 chipset paired with up to 16GB of RAM.

Other key highlights are Gemini AI integration, seven years of security updates and Pixel Drops (software upgrades with new features exclusive to Pixel devices) are promised by Google. The new Pixels are also said to provide users with Emergency SOS, which sends out crisis notifications about fires or flooding in the area. The report also claims that the upcoming handsets can stop phishing scams and malware

Google has made its latest AI model, Gemini 2.0, available to everyone. This release offers unprecedented understanding, reasoning, and interaction capabilities, setting a new standard for AI chatbots. This model is trained "to break down prompts into a series of steps to strengthen its reasoning capabilities and deliver better responses", the company says.

Developers can now build production applications with Gemini 2.0 Flash. The company is also releasing an experimental version of Gemini 2.0 Pro, its best model yet for coding performance and complex prompts.

Gemini 2.0 excels with enhanced multimodal capabilities. It seamlessly processes and responds to text, images, audio, and video, creating a richer, more interactive experience. This opens doors for innovative applications across various sectors. Imagine a chatbot analysing a painting or transcribing spoken language in real time – that's the power of Gemini 2.0.

Advanced reasoning and problem-solving are core improvements. Google revamped the architecture, enabling Gemini 2.0 to dissect complex problems, analyse information, and deliver more logical, accurate responses. This makes it invaluable for researchers and analysts tackling intricate challenges.

Integration with Google services like Search, YouTube, and Maps is a game-changer. Users access information from these platforms directly within conversations, creating a personalised, contextually aware experience. Need the nearest restaurant with outdoor seating? Gemini 2.0 can pull up results, map directions, and show photos, all within the chat.

The groundbreaking Multimodal Live API enables real-time, low-latency voice and video interactions with Gemini. This has vast implications, from AI-powered virtual assistants to immersive communication platforms.

Qualcomm's Snapdragon on Wednesday, announced to introduce new Snapdragon X CPUs in India by the end of this month. The company has officially confirmed the launch date by highlighting some of the key aspects of the upcoming CPU. The chipsets aim power affordable laptops and compete with Intel and AMD. The upcoming Snapdragon X CPUs are likely to offer support for artificial intelligence (AI) features, and a dedicated neural processing unit (NPU) similar to its global counter parts. From official launch date to expected price and features, check all details about the soon-to-be-launched CPUs here.

Qualcomm Snapdragon X CPUs India Launch Date Announced
Snapdragon India announced in a post on X (formerly Twitter) that the Snapdragon X platform will be introduced in the country on February 24. Although the chipmaker has not yet disclosed any details, the event's title, "AI PCs for Everyone," raises the possibility that the new processors will be aimed at providing AI capabilities at a cost-effective price. According to the company, this platform is scalable across a broad range of thermal designs and form factors.

Qualcomm Snapdragon X CPUs Expected Specifications

Like their international counterparts, Qualcomm's Snapdragon X CPUs are anticipated to have eight Oryon CPU cores with a maximum clock speed of 3GHz and be constructed using a 4 nanometer fabrication process. The Snapdragon X Plus and Elite versions, which have clock speeds of up to 3.4GHz and 3.8GHz, respectively, are faster than this. Up to three external displays can be supported by the Qualcomm Adreno GPU at 4K/60Hz.

With a memory bandwidth of 135GB/s and a total cache of 30MB, the chip can accommodate up to 64GB of LPDDR5x RAM. It has a Hexagon NPU installed by the company, which can perform 45 trillion operations per second (TOPS) of AI. Notably, devices using Snapdragon X chips will be certified as Microsoft Copilot+ PCs.

According to the company, its new chipsets can outperform rival processors by up to 163 percent and provide up to two times longer battery life. This platform also supports USB 4 Type-C, Bluetooth 5.4, Wi-Fi 7, and 5G connectivity.

Asus has expanded its ROG Phone 9 series in Thailand with the Asus ROG Phone 9 FE. The newly launched handset joins the ROG Phone 9 Pro and ROG Phone 9 which were released in a few international markets in November 2024. The ROG Phone 9 phone comes with ROG UI skin installed on top of Android 15. Additionally, it ships with a 50-megapixel triple rear camera setup and is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, which was released earlier. It also packs a 5,500mAh battery that can be charged wirelessly or via a wired connection. Read out all details here.

The Asus ROG Phone 9 FE's cost and availability
The 16GB + 256GB model of the Asus ROG Phone 9 FE costs THB 29,990 (about Rs. 77,600) in Thailand. It can currently be bought in the nation through the official online store. Phantom Black is the color available for the phone.

Asus ROG Phone 9 FE Features
The Asus ROG Phone 9 FE sports a Samsung Flexible LTPO AMOLED 6.78-inch full-HD+ (1,080 x 2,400 pixel) screen offering refresh rate of up to 165 Hz, a maximum brightness level of 2,500 nits, and support for HDR. The phone is also claimed to offer a refresh rate of 185 Hz in Game Genie mode. Additionally, the handset also has Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection and an Always-On display. It has a glove mode as well.

For performance, the new ROG Phone 9 FE pack a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC, Adreno 730 GPU, 16GB LPDDR5X RAM, and 256GB UFS4.0 onboard storage. It runs on ROG UI skin based on Android 15 out-of-the-box. It has AirTrigger and a special X Mode that is supposed to enhance the gaming experience for users. The phone is compatible with the ROG Tessen mobile controller, the AeroActive Cooler X Pro, and the ROG Chill Case.

The Asus ROG Phone 9 FE has three cameras: a 13-megapixel ultrawide camera, a 5-megapixel macro camera on the back, and a 50-megapixel 1/1.56-inch Sony IMX890 primary sensor with OIS support. On the front, it has a 32-megapixel selfie shooter. For audio, it has two stereo speakers and two microphone units.

The ROG Phone 9 FE from Asus has a 5,500mAh battery that supports both Qi wireless charging and 65W wired fast charging. The phone also comes with Dual 5G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.4, GPS, NFC, a 3.5mm audio jack, and a USB Type-C port connectivity support. The phone is said to be dust and water resistant with the IP68 rating. The phone features an in-display fingerprint sensor and it weighs 225g.