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Google is planning to announce a boatload of new stuff in October
New Pixel phones, Google Home, Chromecast, and more!
By Raymond Wong
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Google takes on the iPhone ahead of hardware event
Billboards, building-side projections and statues have popped up around the world ahead of 4 Oct.
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Google sends invite for likely Pixel smartphone launch on Oct. 4
Google could also launch its Amazon Echo rival, Google Home at the event.
By Manish Singh
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