After largely focusing Google I/O 2025 on the ways the company wants Gemini to change everything from searching the web to filmmaking, Google is finally ready to launch new hardware. The next Made by Google event is on the books for August 20,

Google has consistently ranked among the best smartphones for its affordable devices over the past six years, particularly with its Pixel A series. The Pixel 3a set the trend for major phone manufacturers to provide a compelling experience at half the price of flagship models, intensifying competition in this segment.

An urgent update has been pushed to a range of Google phones due to the risk they could overheat and even cause fires.

For much of the year, Samsung has set the tone for the best Android phones with its Galaxy S25 release from earlier in the year. But with a Google launch event looming, we're likely to get a look at the Pixel 10 very soon, setting the stage for a Google Pixel 10 vs. Samsung Galaxy S25 showdown.

The Google Pixel 9a is the budget-friendly Pixel device to consider, particularly for mobile enthusiasts who don't want to break the bank on a new handset. Sky is currently offering the device for £13 per month with no upfront cost.

We have around a month until Google—hopefully—wows us with new smartphones. On the surface, things look very similar. However,

Ahead of Google's hardware event next month Pixel 10 rumors are starting to pick up. And that's giving us a better idea of what Google has planned for its next flagship phone — though some mysteries remain.

Thanks to long time leaker @evleaks, we’re getting additional looks at Google’s upcoming lineup of devices that are scheduled to be announced on August 20. We got a fresh look at the Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL,