Google readies new phones, gadgets featuring its software

At Google's official launch in San Francisco at 9:00 PST (17:00 BST), the firm is expected to launch a personal-assistant for the home, alongside the new Pixel phone. The device, called'Home', is an internet-connected device, similar to Amazon's Echo speaker and was first unveiled in May. While Google has declined to confirm any specifics, analysts and industry blogs have suggested that a new virtual reality headset and a home router could also be unveiled. The device, called'Home', is an internet-connected speaker, similar to Amazon's Echo, and was first unveiled in May It is clear that Google is working on virtual reality and augmented reality, but whether a standalone high-end device will be released, remains unclear. Earlier this year, the Mountain View-based firm announced its plans for Daydream, which will be a more advanced version of Cardboard.