What was the best Google product release of 2024? [Poll]

As we approach the end of 2024, there have been numerous new product and software releases from Google. The company announced nearly 100 new AI features at IO 2024, with a focus on both hardware and software integration for technologies such as Gemini. This includes updates to products like the Pixel phone series, Nest Learning Thermostat, Android operating system (including the introduction of AndroidXR), and an array of new AI-centric apps.

Among these updates were new product releases or significant upgrades. The Google TV Streamer replaced Chromecast with integrated AI enhancements; Android 15 brought further software and user experience improvements to the mobile OS ecosystem; and Project Astra, while a preview, shows promise for Google's continued involvement in XR technology.

This article provides an overview of various Google product releases in 2024 and invites you to engage in a poll to vote on which was the most impactful or noteworthy. The choices include new iterations of existing products like the Pixel 9 series, Pixel Watch, and Nest Learning Thermostat, as well as newer innovations such as AndroidXR and AI-driven applications.

While some of these Google releases are still in preview phases, with continued updates expected to significantly change their functionality over time, each has made a considerable impact on the tech industry landscape. Whether through enhancements in home entertainment systems or advancements in AI technology integration across devices, the poll asks you to consider which product or update stands out as the most important development from Google this year.