Google Pixel 9 Pro XL sees ₹30,000 price cut in India; Pixel 10 series leaks hint at AI features, new design, and major upgrades for launch in August 2025.
Google made waves in the Indian technology industry with a massive price reduction of its flagship phone, the Pixel 9 Pro XL. In addition, the technology giant has released impressive AI updates for its Chromebook Plus computers and previewed electrifying features and enhancements in the upcoming Pixel 10 lineup. Here’s an in-depth look at all the recent news from Google.
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL: Price Drops by More than ₹30,000
Initially priced in India at ₹1,24,999, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is currently priced at ₹1,04,999 on Vijay Sales’ website. Customers can get another discount of ₹10,000 via HDFC Bank credit card EMI purchases, reducing the effective price to ₹94,999. This is a whopping ₹30,000 price drop, and therefore the ideal time for Pixel fans and smartphone upgraders to get this high-end flagship phone.
Pixel 9 Pro XL Key Specifications:
- Display: 6.7-inch LTPO OLED display
- Refresh Rate: 120Hz
- Brightness: Up to 3,000 nits
- Protection: Gorilla Glass Victus 2
- Processor: Google Tensor G4 chipset
Camera Setup:
- Rear: 50MP primary sensor with OIS
- 48MP ultra-wide-angle lens
- 48MP telephoto lens with 5x optical zoom
- Front: 42MP front camera
- Battery: 5060 mAh with 45W fast charging
This phone is a powerhouse for photography enthusiasts and users who need AI-driven performance. With Google’s AI technology, the camera delivers enhanced photo and video quality in a host of lighting conditions.
Google Adds AI Capabilities to Chromebook Plus Laptops
Google has released a significant update for its Chromebook Plus range, adding a set of AI-infused tools designed to enhance user productivity and creativity. The new features that have been added are:
- Intelligent Content Grouping: Organically organizes open tabs or files for better organization usability.
- Screen Selections Tool: Copy and search text directly from the screen.
- Text Simplifier Tool: Size down complex content into simple text.
The Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14 will also uniquely use on-device machine learning features, including:
- AI image edit in the gallery app
- Custom wallpapers
These characteristics elevate Chromebook Plus as a strong choice for students, remote workers, and creative workers seeking fast, useful tools to enhance their workflows.
Google Pixel 10 Series: Leaks Reveal Specs, Design and Imminent Launch
Google is gearing up its Pixel 10 line after the success of the Pixel 9 series. The Pixel 10 Series is expected to include:
- Google Pixel 10
- Pixel 10 Pro
- Pixel 10 Pro XL
- Pixel 10 Fold
The Pixel 10 and Pixel 10 Pro are generating most of the buzz because of their expected features and broader appeal. This is what we know up till now:
Design and Color Options:
Pixel 10 series will have a consistent design language with its predecessor. The budget variant will shift to a triple-rear camera module, a step up from the dual-camera design on the Pixel 9. Rumored color options are:
- Smoky Green
- Ultra Blue
- Limoncello Yellow
Camera System:
Leaks point towards the Pixel 10 Pro potentially having:
- 50MP Samsung GN8 primary sensor
- 13MP Sony IMX712 ultra-wide lens
- 11MP Samsung 3J1 telephoto lens
This will presumably be an incremental update to the Pixel 9 Pro, which is already equipped with a stunning triple-rear camera with:
- 50MP wide-angle lens
- 48MP 5x telephoto lens
- 48MP ultra-wide with macro focus
Display and Performance:
- Display: 6.3-inch AMOLED with 120Hz refresh rate
- Processor: Google Tensor G5 chipset
- RAM: Up to 16GB
- Operating System: Android 16
- Software Support: 7 years of OS and security updates
AI Features (Expected):
Though complete details are yet to be announced, one can expect:
- Magic Mirror
- Speak-to-Tweak
- AI-backed image editing
Battery life also gets a boost, with the Pixel 10 series looking to come with:
- 4700mAh battery
- Qi2 15W wireless charging support
Google Pixel 10 Easter Egg Revealed in Promotional Video
In a recent promotional video uploaded on Google’s official “Made by Google” YouTube channel, a discreet but obvious mention was given to the Pixel 10. In a banter conversation between a cartoonish representation of an iPhone and Pixel 9 Pro, the iPhone queries, “So, what are you working on for the Pixel 10?”
This Easter egg supports what technology fans have long believed—Google is indeed working on the Pixel 10 series. This is the first time Google has publicly confirmed the branding of the Pixel 10 series.
Pixel 10 Release Date and Expected Prices
In conjunction with Google’s historical plans for product launches, the Pixel 10 series could see product launches sometime during August of 2025. Leaks suggest the following estimated prices:
- Pixel 10: From ₹83,999
- Pixel 10 Pro: ₹1,12,999
Pre-orders should come alive very soon after the formal launch event, which is said to happen on August 20 or August 28.
Excellent Time to Purchase Pixel, and Great Things to Come
As the Pixel 9 Pro XL is now priced far lower than it was initially, tech consumers can grab an industry-leading smartphone loaded with high-end features at a steal. Meanwhile, the excitement around the Pixel 10 series continues to build, suggesting there will be even greater AI integration, premium specs, and lower price points.
Equally, an ongoing investment by Google into AI through smartphones or Chromebook laptops means there’s something to develop and the desire to remain engaged in the future of innovation. Regardless of buying a new phone now or planning for the Pixel 10 series, Google’s ecosystem looks brighter than it ever has before.
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