The Pixel 10 series might’ve been unveiled two days ago, but we’re still learning about some of Google’s latest features. Today’s announcement comes hand-in-hand with WhatsApp, as the two companies are bringing voice and video calls over satellite as an initial exclusive.
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The new Qi2 standard is starting to pop up everywhere, and with it comes the expectation of faster wireless charging. If you choose the wrong Qi2 case for the Pixel 10, the reality might be something short of what was promised, all becuase of case construction. Here’s what to look for.
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The Pixel 10 series is officially here, and while they might appear pretty similar to last year’s models, looks can be deceiving. From a more powerful, more efficient Tensor G5 chipset to a 5x telephoto on the base model — not to mention Pixelsnap and all of the AI skills you can handle — this is a much larger launch than first impressions might imply. If you’re looking to pre-order one of Google’s new smartphones, there are plenty of places to score a deal, either through retailers or through your carrier.
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The new Pixel 10 series brings something we’ve been dying to see on big-name Android devices – Qi2 compatibility. That means there’s a high chance your MagSafe accessories will work with Google’s new Pixel 10 phones, even if they’re not technically Qi2-compatible.
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Belkin is today launching a new 2-in-1 “UltraCharge” wireless charger that features support for Qi2’s new 25W charging speeds and couldn’t be more perfect for the Pixel 10 series and your other Google accessories.
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With its new Pixel 10 series, Google is removing support for reverse wireless charging – branded as “Battery Share” – in favor of Qi2 magnetic charging.
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Best Buy is one-upping Google’s own Pixel 10 pre-order promos with some users eligible to upgrade essentially for free. Here’s how it works.
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Under the hood of the Pixel 10 series, Google has finally upgraded its storage to UFS 4.0, but you have to buy the right model to actually get it.
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With the launch of the Pixel 10 series, Google added Android 16 features that work with the newly announced Pixelsnap accessories. Here’s how Google’s new screensaver mode works with the Pixelsnap charger.
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Today’s big Made by Google event for the Pixel 10 was… something, but if nothing else, it showed a Google that was confident in the product it was bringing to the table. That included Google making a lot of jokes directed straight at Apple while talking about the Pixel 10’s various updates and features.
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Google’s Pixel 10 series has arrived and, for the most part, it looks just like last year’s lineup. So what’s new? Here’s everything new you should know about on the Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, and Pixel 10 Pro XL.
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With the Pixel 10 series and Pixel Watch 4, Google is announcing the latest Gemini app features.
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The Pixel 10 series is chock full of some pretty impressive improvements, and Google hasn’t forgotten to pay some attention to its charging speeds, specifically on the Pixel 10 Pro XL.
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Peak Design is bringing its exclusive GNAR case to the Pixel lineup with the launch of the Pixel 10 series. The case series was previously only available for the iPhone 16. That comes as the beloved Everyday case gets a revamp for Pixel 10 with Qi2.
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The Pixel 10 series is here, and while Google’s latest smartphones might look pretty familiar to their respective predecessors, there’s plenty new under the hood. And while Tensor G5 might be the story for some enthusiasts, proper Qi2 support is undoubtedly one of the most exciting changes — though, depending on which phone you buy, it comes with its fair share of limitations.
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After the official launch keynote, the Pixel 10, 10 Pro, and 10 Pro XL are now available to pre-order in 33 countries across the globe—the most for a Pixel ever.
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Google’s Tensor G5 chip will be delivering a bit of a speed boost for the Pixel 10 series as a whole, but the company’s devices are getting an added boost this year with faster storage by way of the new “Zoned UFS” upgrade that includes – finally – UFS 4.0.
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Google is officially ditching support for a physical SIM card slot on its core Pixel 10 series, but only in the US market.
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Besides Magic Cue, Voice Translate in the Phone app is Google’s other tentpole on-device AI feature for the Pixel 10 series.
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With the Pixel 10, Google is introducing a new Journal app that lets you quickly jot down what’s happening in your life. There are also updates to Pixel Recorder, Screenshots, and Studio.
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The entire Pixel 10 series is rocking some serious charging improvements, and the fun doesn’t just extend to Pixelsnap and Qi2. Alongside the phones, Google is also launching the Pixel Flex Dual Port charger, capable of prioritizing your Pixel’s battery over all else — if you’re willing to shell out some serious cash, that is.
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The Pixel 10 series has officially been unveiled with a whole suite of new camera features and upgrades for existing functions. Here’s what you need to know.
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For the Pixel 10 series, Magic Cue is one of the tentpole AI features, with Google believing that proactive contextual suggestions will change how you use a phone.
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The Pixel 10 series is powered by the Tensor G5, Google’s biggest upgrade to its custom silicon.
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