**Google is shutting down its physical retail stores to focus on expanding its online presence.** The company announced the decision in a statement on Thursday, saying that it will close all of its physical pop-up shops by the end of the year..
Google opened its first physical retail store in 2016 in New York City, and has since expanded to six other locations in the US, Canada, and the UK. The stores sell a variety of Google products, including smartphones, laptops, and smart home devices..
In a statement, Google said that the decision to close the physical stores was made after a review of its retail strategy. The company said that it has seen a shift in consumer behavior towards online shopping, and that it believes it can better serve its customers through its online channels..
Google said that it will continue to offer support for its products through its online store and customer service channels. The company also said that it will work with its partners to provide customers with access to Google products and services in physical locations..
The closure of Google’s physical stores is part of a broader trend among retailers to focus on online sales. In recent years, several major retailers have closed their physical stores, including Toys .