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Pixel 10 series will be sticking with the ultrasonic fingerprint sensor introduced with the last generation but Google has managed to make it even faster and more reliable. The Pixel 10 series is expected to be unveiled in October and bring four phones, including the foldable.

According to a new report, Google will be debuting an improved macro photography mode with this year's Pixel 10 smartphones. Apparently, the company is hoping to complement its existing macro mode with a tele-macro option that will utilise a Pixel 10's 5x telephoto for superior macro shots in most circumstances.

The latest Android 16 stable build is causing headaches for many Google Pixel users. Reports are surfacing about a frustrating bug that leaves navigation gestures and buttons unresponsive or stuck, making basic phone use a challenge.

In the last few hours, more information about Google's Pixel 10 generation has been leaked, including both hardware and AI innovations. While the design is changing little this year, Google is apparently focusing on fine-tuning the internals. Thanks to "Magic Cue", the Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro and Pixel 10 Pro Fold are expected to be more intelligent.

Google tipped off fans that new Pixel products were on the horizon by scheduling an event for its Superfans. While the timing of the event sparked speculation that the Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro and other new Pixels could be arriving earlier than anticipated, Google has now postponed said event 'due to unforeseen circumstances'.

Following reports of batteries overheating and catching fire, Google has confirmed it will issue a software update for the Pixel 6a. The "mandatory update" aims to limit the risk by intentionally reducing the battery's capacity and charging speed once it reaches 400 charge cycles.

Google has just started offering the second beta of what will eventually become its next Android 16 quarterly update for Pixel devices. While Android 16 QPR1 Beta 2 is packed full of visual changes, one that could get overlooked is Desktop experience features buried within Developer options that gives Pixel fans a taste of Google's future Motorola Ready For and Samsung DeX competitor.

The Google Pixel 10 and Pixel 10 Pro are expected to be the only Android smartphones aside from the HMD Skyline that support Qi2. According to the latest leak, Google is also planning to release magnetic accessories that will be marketed under a new brand called "Pixelsnap".

Google Pixel 9 and other smartphones are receiving the massive Android 16 update today, but also a Feature Drop that introducing new Pixel-exclusive features. These include a VIP widget, generative stickers in Gboard and a helpful feature in the camera app.

With Google expected to refresh the Pixel Watch series this summer, new features are now being added to early Wear OS 6 builds. Seemingly, Google could be introducing improved security and lifestyle functionality in time ofr the release of Pixel Watch 4 smartwatches.

A new report has suggested that Google will be returning to a long-lost Pixel feature this year with the release of the Pixel 10 series. Previously called Ambient EQ and allegedly now re-branded as 'Adaptive tone', the functionality should mirror True Tone that Apple offers across its iPhones, iPads and MacBooks.

All official colour options for the entire Pixel 10 range – comprising the Pixel 10, 10 Pro, 10 Pro XL and 10 Pro Fold – have finally been revealed in a leak. Interestingly, two well-established colourways seem to have been cut from the lineup. The source also claims that an earlier leak contained partially inaccurate information.

A new leak reveals the Google Tensor G5 will not launch with a MediaTek modem as previously speculated. Instead, it will use the same Exynos modem found on its last-gen counterpart.

According to a new report, Google has decided to push back its next Pixel launch event. As a consequence, its Pixel 10 flagships will not start shipping by August 20 as recent leaks identified.

CheckMag Google seems intent on delivering an AI response every time we click "search" whether it's wanted or not, and makes it almost impossible to opt out, highlighting how tech companies are more concerned with telling us what we want, instead of allowing us to choose.

A Google Pixel 10 Pro prototype has appeared in numerous pictures, which also confirm some specifications of the next-generation flagship phone. The prototype also shows some minor design changes compared to the Pixel 9 Pro.

According to recent reports, Google was planning to release its Pixel 10 and Pixel 10 Pro flagships much earlier this year. A new set of leaks now suggest otherwise, although Google may start shipping its latest flagships sooner than last year's models.

Google is reportedly starting to tease an event for a very select panel of guests who will apparently get a "sneak preview" of its next-gen devices during the event. The announcement has led to speculation that the Pixel 10 series of Android flagships will launch earlier in the year compared to their predecessors.

Google has reportedly switched to TSMC to make the new Tensor G5 processor to power the upcoming Pixel 10 series. The upcoming smartphones should need a new modem, then, and have allegedly just found one with all the up-to-date features one might expect from new Android flagships, satellite connectivity included.

Google Shopping is getting major AI updates. This will enable a number of new functions, including the virtual try-on of garments. However, this currently only works in the US.

For the Pixel 10 and Pixel 10 Pro, Google is said to be distancing itself somewhat from Samsung and having the Tensor G5 ARM manufactured by TSMC instead, which may make the chip both faster and more energy-efficient. Meanwhile, a leaker suggests that both models will come in four colours each.

The Google Pixel 10 has been apparently spotted while the company was filming an ad for the non-Pro phone. Per the leak, the standard model of the upcoming series will feature a rear camera config similar to that of the Pixel 9 Pro

Google recently unveiled new smart glasses at the I/O conference. Twelve years after Google Glasses, Android XR is set to take things to the next level.

Google has introduced Beam, a 3D video calling platform based on its Project Starline. The system blends AI-powered translation and lifelike video projection to hopefully make remote conversations feel more natural. Beam is expected to launch later this year in partnership with HP.

It seems that Google will be delivering its June 2025 set of Android updates with a focus on addressing a new battery bug on Pixel devices. Although unconfirmed for now, it seems that the May 2025 batch of updates is causing excessive battery drain across various Pixel devices across the Pixel 6, Pixel 7, Pixel 8 and Pixel 9 series.

Despite the Google Pixel 9a performing admirably in his durability tests, JerryRigEverything has officially recommended against buying the mid-range smartphone because of Google's anti-repair design.

Coinciding with the release of Android 16, Google's Wear OS 6 will finally provide smartwatches such as the Pixel Watch 3 with a modernized user interface that is more colorful, rounder and more playful. Google not only aims to utilize the round display more effectively, but also extend the battery life.

Having worked on it for years, Google has now included the Battery Health feature in Android 16 Beta 3. Unfortunately, it will not be released for older Pixel smartphones including 2023's Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro.

Google has begun rolling out a new update to over a dozen Pixel devices, including the new Pixel 9a. While the May 2025 brings helpful bug fixes to the table like one that resolves smartwatch pairing issues, it also comes with significant changes for all Pixel 6 and Pixel 8 smartphones.

The iPhone 17 is said to feature a camera bar similar to the Pixel series and Google is poking at Apple for it. The latest ad for ‘#BestPhonesForever’ campaign shows an iPhone recollecting the features it copied from Pixel and Android phones.

Google has shared a look at its new design language that will underpin Android 16 when it arrives soon. Arriving the same year as a rumoured redesign of iOS, Google has already been spotted using Material 3 Expressive to overhaul the look of its Clock app.

It may be taking a while, but Google is gradually working towards delivering its alternative to Samsung DeX and Motorola Ready For. Looking more polished than ever, the so-called Google Pixel 'Desktop View' could ship later this year.

The Pixel 9’s display flickers at a frequency of 120 Hz due to Google's use of pulse-width modulation for brightness control. Such a low frequency may be perceptible, potentially causing headaches and eye strain in sensitive individuals. Google now plans to fix this issue with the Pixel 10 series.

Google has admitted that another Pixel A series smartphone has a battery problem. This time, it is the Pixel 7a that is affected. For now, Google has committed to offering one free battery replacement or between $200 and $456 in compensation, depending on eligibility.

Google is now reportedly moving its production of Pixel phones to India to avoid the 45% tariffs on goods coming from Vietnam. The report states that Google held discussions with its manufacturing partners in India.

Google is reportedly making ongoing monthly payments to Samsung to keep Gemini as the default AI assistant in One UI. The antitrust lawsuit hearing took place on April 21 and Google is expected to appeal the final decision in September.

Google Photos can now convert regular SDR photos to Ultra HDR retroactively, as some users have already received the new feature via an update. This should display photos with significantly higher contrast and more vibrant colors.

The Google Pixel 10 lineup is reportedly set to receive a series of brand-new wallpapers. As with previous Pixel models, these background images not only follow a distinct theme but may also hint at the colour options available for the upcoming Pixel 10 phones.

Google is said to be working on an ‘expressive’ design update as part of its Material Design that will improve certain app UIs. The company is expected to share details at the I/O event in May.

The launch of the Pixel Watch 4 is likely at least a few months away at the earliest. Nonetheless, early evidence suggests that Google's next smartwatch release will be noticeably thicker than those it currently sells.

Future Google Pixel phones may be getting a rear touchpad, allowing users to navigate their phones without relying on the touchscreen. Google has filed a patent for a technology that could introduce a range of interesting gesture-based functionalities.

Google’s pricing strategy for the Pixel 10 series has been tipped by a new report. While the Pixel 10 Pro XL is said to be more expensive than the current gen model, the 10 Pro Fold may be cheaper.

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A new leak tells us important camera specifications of the Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro Fold and Pixel 10 Pro XL. The vanilla Pixel gets some upgrades, but they do not trickle over to the Pro and Fold variants.

The Google Pixel 9a will be delivered in just a few days. The mid-range smartphone comes with a new "battery life optimization" feature, which shortens the battery life after just 200 charging cycles and also reduces the charging speed.

Updated: Device dimensions now revealed. The first render images of the Pixel 10 Pro Fold have been published online. Supposedly based on leaked CADs, the images suggest that it will be difficult, if not impossible, to tell Google's next-generation foldable from the current Pixel 9 Pro Fold.

Google has finally revealed which countries are in line to receive the Pixel 9a next month. Confined to 31 countries globally, the Pixel 9a will not launch simultaneously across these markets, either.

A recently released performance-increasing update for Google Pixel smartphones has been put to the test and the results are hit-or-miss. However, the update improves thermal throttling, which is one of the biggest issues with the Pixel 9 phones.

The March 2025 update for the Pixel Watch line brought Wear OS 5.1. While it introduced many improvements, users report that notifications are now displayed with a delay and other issues have appeared. Fortunately, Google is already working on a fix.