Well, hopefully, the hype train won't derail like it did with the recent release of Google's lackluster Allo. Mr. Lockheimer's tweet definitely sparked our interest, making us genuinely curious about what Google might unveil in just a week's time. Here are a couple of things that the search giant will most certainly unwrap, as well some that will supposedly make an appearance on stage. Ready? Let's go!

Google Pixel and Pixel XL

The Pixel sculpture in Brooklyn

The Pixel sculpture in Brooklyn
Keeping your breath for a new batch of Nexus phones, then we have some bad news. If rumors are anything to go by, Google is ditching the "Nexus" name and will be introducing a new smartphone lineup, dubbed Pixel.

This device family will most likely be marketed as "Made by Google", which is what a recently-erected sculpture in Brooklyn reveals - this is a clear indication that the tech giant is finally becoming serious about its devices and will likely push for a more mainstream presence of both the Pixel and the Pixel XL.

These phones will be running stock Android Nougat and are reportedly made in collaboration with HTC. As far as specs come, we have a lengthy article that essentially explores all aspects of the two vanilla Androids, and while we suggest you check it out, we'll give you a TL;DR:

Leaked press render of the Google Pixel

Leaked press render of the Google Pixel
Design: Both sport similar two-tone design, with a metal frame/glass back on the Pixel XL and a mostly plastic build for the smaller-sized Pixel.

Display: Supposedly, there will be a 5.5" quad HD display one the Pixel XL and a 5.0" full HD one on the smaller-sized Pixel.

Hardware: Both will share the same setups and will come with Snapdragon 820 or 821, 4GB of RAM, and 32GB base storage. Also, The Pixel XL might have a 3,450mAh battery.

Camera: It seems that both devices will sport the same cameras - reportedly a 12MP Sony IMX378 camera at the back and an 8MP Sony IMX179 selfie snapper at the front.

Announcement and release: October 4, with a market release probably a few weeks after.

Hungry for more? Check out our rumor review right below and make to explore our gallery with tons of different renders and leaks depicting the Google Pixel and Pixel XL.