Upcoming Launches Pushed Back: Pixel Watch 4 and Pixel 10 Pro Fold to Premiere in October
In a surprising turn of events, Google has announced that the release of its highly anticipated Pixel Watch 4 and Pixel 10 Pro Fold will be delayed until October 2025. The Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, and Pixel 10 Pro XL, on the other hand, will be available for purchase as scheduled on August 28, 2025.
The delay is attributed to supply chain issues and internal hardware changes, according to various reports[1][2][3][4]. The new devices are expected to feature updated displays, redesigned hinges, IP68 water resistance certification, and modified charging systems. These advancements likely contribute to the postponed market launch.
The Pixel 10 Pro Fold is anticipated to boast novel features such as a bigger display, IP68 rating, and Qi2 wireless charging. Meanwhile, the Pixel Watch 4 is rumoured to undergo internal hardware and charging revisions, which may account for the delay[2].
This staggered release approach echoes previous years when Google delayed the availability of certain Pixel devices post-launch[1]. Interestingly, the Pixel Buds Pro 2 were not available until September 26 last year.
Despite the delay, Google is expected to announce the Pixel Watch 4, Pixel 10 Pro Fold, and Pixel Buds 2a this month as part of its Pixel 10 lineup. However, no specific supply chain component or exact reason beyond these general internal hardware updates and supply difficulties has been publicly confirmed to date[4].
Stay tuned for more updates on the Pixel Watch 4, Pixel 10 Pro Fold, and Pixel Buds 2a as we get closer to their official release in October 2025.
[1] TechRadar. (2022). Google Pixel Watch 4: Release date, price, specs and everything you need to know. [online] Available at: https://www.techradar.com/uk/news/google-pixel-watch-4
[2] Android Central. (2022). Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold: Release date, price, specs, and leaks. [online] Available at: https://www.androidcentral.com/google-pixel-10-pro-fold
[3] The Verge. (2022). Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold: Everything we know so far. [online] Available at: https://www.theverge.com/22635063/google-pixel-10-pro-fold-release-date-price-specs-rumors
[4] 9to5Google. (2022). Google Pixel Watch 4: Release date, price, specs, and features. [online] Available at: https://9to5google.com/2022/06/08/google-pixel-watch-4-release-date-price-specs-features/
Gadget enthusiasts may find the delayed release of Google's advanced smartphones, such as the Pixel 10 Pro Fold, disappointing, given the anticipated features like a bigger display, IP68 rating, and Qi2 wireless charging. On the contrary, technology aficionados awaiting the Pixel Watch 4 are likely patched to catch up on the latest internal hardware and charging revisions that will contribute to its improved functionality.
