Google is killing off its Pixel line of homespun tablet hardware. Now, just to be 100% crystal clear, Google is still going to be making Pixel Phones and Pixel Laptops, Home Max and Chromecast Ultra, Nest Thermostats and Nest Cams.

But the Pixel Slate — That has to die. But, why?

Russell Holly from Android Central joins me to figure it all out!

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• Russell Holly (@russellholly) | Twitter
• Google's officially done making its own tablets | Computerworld
• Rick Osterloh on Twitter: "Hey, it's true...Google's HARDWARE team will be solely focused on building laptops moving forward, but make no mistake, Android & Chrome OS teams are 100% committed for the long-run on working with our partners on tablets for all segments of the market (consumer, enterprise, edu)"

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