Rethinking the Pixel Tablet: A Call for a Return to the Pixel C’s Legacy

The Google Pixel Tablet, while fundamentally a good Android tablet, has been held back by its hybrid design that combines features of a tablet and a Nest Hub. The device's low refresh rate and middling display quality are likely due to the need for a screen that can remain on for extended periods. Additionally, the lack of a keyboard accessory has limited its usefulness outside of specific niches.

Concerns about profitability have led to speculation that Google may have cancelled plans for a sequel tablet with an improved display. However, the author argues that instead of continuing the hybrid approach, Google should consider reviving the Pixel C design from the past. The Pixel C was praised for its premium construction, excellent keyboard, and clever magnetic hinge design that allowed it to function as both a tablet and a laptop.

A new Pixel Tablet could modernize the Pixel C's design, serving a broader market more effectively. The author envisions a future where Google offers both a high-end Nest Hub-like device and a dedicated Pixel tablet in its ecosystem.