In 2019, Google announced that it would abandon tablet computers. However, after teasing the Pixel Tablet in 2022 and releasing it in 2023, the tech giant seems to be stepping away from tablets once again. Recently, Google cancels Pixel Tablet 3 development, marking a significant shift in its hardware strategy.
Tiny deal learned from foreign media that Google has canceled the development of Pixel Tablet 3. Multiple industry sources close to the project confirmed that the device (internally known as the “Kiyomi”) will not move forward. For more updates and insights into tech news, visit our blog section.
Google made the decision last week. Internal communications and meetings were held to inform the relevant teams, according to sources familiar with the matter. People previously assigned to the Pixel Tablet 3 project will be reassigned to other projects within the company.
Prior to this, Google has made some efforts in the tablet market, including the launch of Pixel Tablet in 2023. Foreign media said that canceling Pixel Tablet 3 will significantly change Google’s hardware roadmap and also affect external partnerships.
Foreign media believe that Google did not really take this category seriously after launching the Pixel Tablet in 2023. Of course, this is just the hardware aspect, as the company’s team is continuing to develop software features for the tablet and foldable device.
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The Pixel Tablet is billed as Google’s high-end tablet, but in reality, it looks a lot like Five Below’s budget tablets. It’s quite cheap compared to other high-end tablets like the iPad Air and Samsung’s Tab S series. Foreign media predict that this actually means that the Pixel Tablet 2 launched next year will be a “lame duck” tablet. You can also explore the latest tech gadgets and accessories in our online store.
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