The fine print of a Google ad supports our presumptions.
It has long been known that Google would soon have an event where its most recent batch of products will be officially unveiled. Pre-sales for the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro were rumoured to start immediately after the event as early as August, and now a Google ad has verified our suspicions: you can start placing your orders for Google’s newest phones on October 6.
People who Google characterises as “actual Google Pixel owners” are shown in a YouTube advertisement marvelling at a blurred-out Pixel 7 Pro while complimenting its look and making humorous inquiries about “top secret” new features and whether they can retain the new phone after filming. The Pixel 7 Pro is shown at the conclusion of the advertisement, and small lettering near the bottom of the frame states, “Pre-order starting October 6, 2022.”
It has long been known that Google would soon have an event where its most recent batch of products will be officially unveiled. Pre-sales for the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro were rumoured to start immediately after the event as early as August, and now a Google ad has verified our suspicions: you can start placing your orders for Google’s newest phones on October 6.
People who Google characterises as “actual Google Pixel owners” are shown in a YouTube advertisement marvelling at a blurred-out Pixel 7 Pro while complimenting its look and making humorous inquiries about “top secret” new features and whether they can retain the new phone after filming. The Pixel 7 Pro is shown at the conclusion of the advertisement, and small lettering near the bottom of the frame states, “Pre-order starting October 6, 2022.”
Despite folks in the video referred to it as the “Pixel 7” or even just “7,” it’s important to note that the video is particularly about the Pixel 7 Pro. However, it would be rare for pre-orders for the Pixel 7 Pro to open earlier than those for the regular Pixel 7. You can safely interpret this as confirmation that, following the devices’ on-stage presentation on October 6, you will be able to order either phone very shortly. Although the phones’ on-shelf availability hasn’t been officially announced, there are reports that it will begin on October 18 and take place two weeks later. The Pixel Watch, which will be on display at the same event, is also mentioned in the video, although no information regarding the wearable’s availability is provided.