Share

Made by Google Podcast
Smart Silicon: Tensor G5 and the Next Era of the AI Phone | Made by Google Podcast S8E4
Season 8, Ep. 4
•
In this episode of the Made by Google Podcast, we take a deep dive into the Tensor G5 chip, the brains behind the new Pixel 10 and Pixel 10 Pro. Join our host, Rachid Finge, as he talks with Jesse Seed, Group Product Manager for Google's Silicon Team, about how this new chip is ushering in the era of the "AI phone".
Discover the engineering breakthroughs that make Tensor G5 Google's biggest upgrade yet, and learn how it unlocks incredible new AI experiences like Live Translate in your own voice, the agentic helper Magic Cue, and the astonishing 100x ProRes Zoom on the Pixel 10 Pro. Jesse even breaks down the complexities of the new 3-nanometer process node with a simple and fun Lego analogy you won't want to miss.
More episodes
View all episodes

8. Why It Accidentally Got Called Nano Banana 🍌 | Made by Google Podcast S8E8
21:05||Season 8, Ep. 8Since it launched in the Summer of 2025, people created billions upon billions of images with Nano Banana, the amazing image creator and editor in Google Gemini. Several viral trends were a direct result of the creative stuff you can do with Nano Banana in the blink of an eye. Today, we’re talking to David Sharon, a Group Product Manager for the Gemini App, to learn more about Nano Banana’s quick ascend, what makes it so special and why it’s called Nano Banana.
7. Confidence in a Fold | Made by Google Podcast S8E7
18:15||Season 8, Ep. 7In this episode of the Made by Google Podcast, we unfold the magic and the monumental engineering behind the brand-new Pixel 10 Pro Fold. Join our host, Rachid Finge, as he sits down with Jeff Evans, Product Manager for the Pixel 10 Pro Fold, to reveal the secrets behind Google's most ambitious phone yet.Discover the revolutionary new gearless hinge that provides a decade of durability, and learn how the Pixel 10 Pro Fold became the FIRST foldable to achieve a rugged IP68 dust and water resistance rating. Jeff shares the inside story on the complex challenge of integrating PixelSnap magnets, the design thinking behind shipping the phone unfolded, and the delightful AI-powered camera features like "Made You Look" that are only possible on a device like this.#Pixel10ProFold #PixelFold #MadeByGoogle #TechPodcast #FoldablePhone
6. The AI Smart Home is Finally Here: Gemini Powers Up Google Home | Made by Google Podcast S8E6
57:04||Season 8, Ep. 6In this episode of the Made by Google Podcast, we're stepping into the Gemini era of the smart home. Join our host, Rachid Finge, as he talks with Anish Kattukaran, Senior Director of Product Management for Google's home team, about the massive new updates coming to Google Home.Discover how Gemini is transforming your smart home, upgrading your existing speakers, displays, cameras, and doorbells with more natural and conversational AI. Learn about the beautifully redesigned Google Home app, which is now faster, simpler, and finally brings all your Nest devices into one place. Anish also shares exciting news about the new Google Home Premium subscription and a whole new portfolio of hardware, including the new Google Home speaker and our best-ever Nest cameras.
5. Hear What Matters: The Pixel Buds 2a Experience | Made by Google Podcast S8E5
18:17||Season 8, Ep. 5In this episode of the Made by Google Podcast, we’re plugging in with the brand new Pixel Buds 2a. Find out how the team packed pro-level Active Noise Cancellation and a massive battery life upgrade into the new A-series buds. Join our host, Rachid Finge, as he chats with Vanessa Pau, Product Manager for Pixel Buds, about the smart trade-offs and clever solutions that make Pixel Buds 2a an incredible value.Discover the engineering behind the 1.5x stronger Active Noise Cancellation, the AI-powered call clarity, and the surprising new repairability features that put you in control. Vanessa also shares how the team is catering to both power users and those looking for the essentials, and gives a peek into the design process that delivers a comfortable, secure fit for everyone.
3. The Pixel Watch 4: From Design to Wear Made by Google Podcast S8E3
24:39||Season 8, Ep. 3Join us for an exclusive deep dive into Pixel Watch 4. We're joined by Francis Hoe, the Product Manager of the new watch, to discuss the groundbreaking "shaped by water" design, the innovative dome display, and the new ultra-fast charging system. Discover how user feedback shaped the development of Pixel Watch 4, and get a behind-the-scenes look at the challenges and triumphs of creating the most advanced Pixel smartwatch yet.
2. The Pixel 10 Deep Dive | Made by Google Podcast S8E2
26:25||Season 8, Ep. 2Pixel 10 is here, and it's a game-changer. Join us for a deep dive into its revolutionary AI and camera systems. We're talking a massive 100x zoom, a 5X telephoto lens on all models, and AI-powered features like Camera Coach that make pro-level photography a snap. Plus, get the inside scoop on the new Tensor chip, Magic Cue, and the refined design with Qi2 wireless charging. Pixel Product Manager Stephanie Scott is with us to tell us all about what’s new. It'sPixel 10, and it's a whole new era of smartphone. #Pixel10 #MadeByGoogle #Techpodcast
1. Unpacking a Decade of Pixel: The OG Story | Made by Google Podcast
23:51||Season 8, Ep. 1Ever wonder what it takes to build a phone a decade in the making? On this episode of the Made by Google podcast, host Rachid Finge travels back in time with Venkat, one of the key minds from the OG Pixel team.Discover the inside story of the crucial pivot from Nexus to Pixel and the "full-stack" philosophy that powers everything from Google's custom Tensor silicon to its most advanced AI. Hear the personal story that inspired one of Pixel's most iconic camera features, find out how decisions made years ago led to the brand-new Pixel 10, and get a rare glimpse into the "ten-year bet" that changed Google hardware forever.#Pixel10 #MadeByGoogle #TechPodcast #Google
6. Note-worthy AI: Unpacking NotebookLM
28:07||Season 7, Ep. 6Ever wish your notes could talk? On this episode of the Made by Google Podcast, host Rachid Finge dives deep into NotebookLM with guests Steven Johnson and Simon Tokumine. Discover how this AI-powered tool helps you "understand anything" by transforming your documents into dynamic insights, complete with AI-generated audio overviews that feel surprisingly human. Hear about everything from writing screenplays to managing D&D campaigns, plus get pro tips on how to maximize NotebookLM's potential.