Last year’s October 4 event was historic as Google introduced two Pixel smartphones, a virtual reality headset, a new Chromecast, a Wi-Fi router, and an Amazon Echo competitor — the Google Home. Google is now a hardware company, and this year it’s planning on cementing its commitment to its physical products with updates to these devices. At its 2017 October 4 event, we’re expecting new Pixel smartphones, an improved Daydream View VR-headset, a mini Google Home, and more. Google fans will find no shortage of gear to fill their holiday wish lists.
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Samsung Galaxy Note 9 vs. Pixel 2 XL: Flagship face-off
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A 10-step guide on Google Home setup for your new device
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Is your Pixel 2 having camera or Wi-Fi issues? We just might have a fix for you
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eBay will give you a free Google Home Mini with any $119 purchase
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Pixel 2 XL now available for $749 at Google Store
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‘Hey, Google, what’s wrong?’ Google Home ‘glitch’ gets a fix
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Here's how to switch to Spanish with your Google Home device
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How to set up the Continued Conversation feature for Google Home
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Google's Pixel Launcher will soon include dark theme toggle
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The Amazon Echo Dot is the single best-selling smart speaker of them all
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Smartphone shootout: Huawei P20 Pro vs. Samsung Galaxy S9 Plus vs. Google Pixel 2 vs. Apple iPhone X
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Verizon offers Pixel 2, iPhone X for up to half the price with a trade-in
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LG offers two free Google Home Minis with the purchase a washer set or fridge
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