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Google Puts Pixel Tablet, Flip Phone and Smart Ring on Hold to Refocus on Phones, Foldables and AI

Executives cite a persistent foldable crease plus rising support costs, steering resources toward core Pixel work.

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Overview

  • Google confirmed it has paused development of a Pixel Tablet successor and has no current plans for a health-focused smart ring.
  • Company leaders said a clamshell-style Pixel flip phone is not planned, calling the display crease a “super painful” problem that still needs solving.
  • Smart glasses remain undecided, with Rick Osterloh describing their status as “TBD.”
  • Focus is shifting to smartphones, book-style foldables and AI-driven efforts, including a Gemini-powered home speaker.
  • Ivy Ross said Pixel phone designs refresh every two to three years, with Pixel 11 design nearing finalization and Pixel 12 work underway.