Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold, Watch 4, and Buds 2a May be Delayed Till October Due to Supply Chain Issues

Google's Pixel 10 Pro Fold, Watch 4, and Buds 2a may be delayed due to supply chain issues until October, despite an August 20 launch. The devices are expected to debut alongside the Pixel 10 series, but their actual sale dates may be postponed until October 9. The Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, and Pixel 10 Pro XL are expected to go on sale starting August 28. The Pixel 10 lineup is expected to feature four models, all powered by Google's next-gen Tensor G5 chip and with enhanced camera capabilities.

Google's upcoming Pixel 10 series devices are facing delays due to supply chain issues, according to recent reports. The Pixel 10 Pro Fold, Pixel Watch 4, and Pixel Buds 2a are expected to debut alongside the Pixel 10 series at the Made by Google event on August 20, but their actual sale dates may be postponed until October 9 [1].

The Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, and Pixel 10 Pro XL are expected to go on sale in select markets starting August 28 [2]. Google has used staggered rollouts in the past, but the reasons behind this strategy have not been officially confirmed [2].

The Pixel 10 lineup is expected to feature four models, all powered by Google's next-gen Tensor G5 chip, which is reportedly built on TSMC’s 3nm process. This new System-on-Chip (SoC) is expected to offer better performance, improved power efficiency, and a custom image signal processor (ISP) for enhanced photo and video capabilities [2].

Camera-wise, Google may reuse the main and ultra-wide sensors from the Pixel 9a for the Pixel 10 and 10 Pro Fold, which could be seen as a downgrade from the Pixel 9 series. However, the 5x periscope telephoto lens used in the Pixel 9 Pro Fold might now appear in the base model. Meanwhile, the Pixel 10 Pro and Pro XL are expected to retain the same camera setup as their predecessors [2].

The new Pixel phones are also expected to support Qi2 magnetic wireless charging, adopting the updated 25W standard for improved efficiency. Additionally, Google is said to be working on a new accessory line under the ‘Pixelsnap’ brand, featuring magnetic chargers and custom-fit cases [2].

References:
[1] https://www.theverge.com/news/718845/google-pixel-10-pro-fold-release-date-delay-october
[2] https://www.business-standard.com/technology/tech-news/google-pixel-10-pro-fold-watch-4-may-be-delayed-till-october-here-s-why-125080600889_1.html