A guide to new Google gizmos

Tech giant products will make gadget life better.. by taking it over

GOOGLE wants to take over your home and your pocket.

The US tech firm is releasing a gaggle of gadgets in the coming weeks including two smartphones, a speaker and a new way to watch TV.

Here’s a quick guide to all the latest Google gizmos.

PIXEL 4A 5G • £499 – OUT NOVEMBER

Google’s new budget smartphone comes packed with a fast processor, 6.2-inch screen and access to 5G data speeds which will make your home broadband look decidedly sluggish.

The Pixel 4a 5G also gets a cracking rear camera which can snap photos at night without needing a flash and its battery should power you through a day.

PIXEL 5 • £599 – OUT OCTOBER

The Pixel is renowned for being the king when it comes to cameras and Google’s Android phone is taking things up a notch. Using clever software it makes sure every snap you shoot looks like it’s been taken by a pro and it can add even add stunning background blur to your night shots.

Other features include a 6-inch OLED screen, wireless charging and full access to those fast 5G downloads. It also comes in Just Black and Sorta Sage colours.

NEST AUDIO • £89.99 – OUT OCTOBER

After four years, the Google Home smart speaker has been replaced by the new Nest Audio.

This box-shaped boom box is now 50 per cent louder than before, plus there’s improved bass thanks to an in-built woofer.

Of course, being powered by Google it can answer questions, play music and even turn off the lights via voice commands.

CHROMECAST • £59.99 OUT – OCTOBER

This updated streaming dongle plugs into your telly bringing instant access to services such as Disney+, Netflix, Prime Video and YouTube.

Google’s Chromecast is also now capable of outputting in 4K video with support HDR at up to 60 frames per second and it even ships with a nifty remote.