Key takeaways of zdnet
- Google Pixel 10 is expected to receive significant upgrade this year, including a dedicated telephoto lens.
- Greater feature equity with a Pro model, combined with no expected price increase, makes standard pixels an attractive option.
- This will still not be the best option for power users, especially if you want the most capable camera system from Google.
Google’s non-Pixel phone has always been a “safe pick”. This is the model that I suggest to most users, so they can live without pro features – whether it is an additional telephoto camera, more RAM, or better hardware.
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While the upcoming Google Pixel 10 is left for the imagination to look like 10 phones, if leaks and rumors are true, then there will be a notable change in dynamics this year. I will say it now: Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, both will be safe picking And The best pick in 2025. I not alone In that belief, and why it is here.
1. To zoom a telephoto lens
A starting look at Marketing rendering It is suggested that the base-model Pixel 10 will eventually get a dedicated telephoto lens, which goes round the traditional main and ultravide sensors. Whether it is drawn from last year’s Pixel 9 Pro fold or any other old model, having more optical zoom range will allow users to capture distant subjects with greater clarity and expansion.
This is a major victory, whether you are often walking away from your child or pets, or to preserve the livelihood of an artist from your nose seats.
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A remarkable trading with this design decision is closed: Google is reportedly downgrating the main and ultravide sensor of Pixel 10 to match the Pixel 9A (which had an inferior camera system for last year’s Pixel 9) to integrate the additional telephoto sensor. While I found that the 48MP shooter of Pixel 9A is mostly capable of environment, for this reason camera buffers may be more attracted to Pixel 10 Pro.
2. The same tensor G5 chip as Pro
Google’s in-house tensor chipset is not necessary Best track record For performance, cellular connectivity and efficiency, but things are looking with the upcoming G5 model. If the rumor is realized by 3Nm design and TSMC-based manufacturing (vs. Samsung Foundry), we can eventually see a system processor that distributes day-to-day performance, while also maintains heat and electricity use.
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To be clear, I am not expecting to set new benchmark high scores from Tensor G5 or compete closely with Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or OnePlus 13; This is not really a draw of Google’s in-house silicone.
Instead, having a pro -model processor should use standard Pixel 10 for all the latest AI tools of Google, many of which have landed well with consumers in the last one year. Perhaps most importantly, Google will still have full passion on the software and security updates of the pixel line, allowing the devices to be more convenient than any other Android phone on the market.
3. The most attractive features will be on non-pro model
Feature Indigo blue colorIt is likely that Google Pixel 10 will be the model that appeals to most people. This is definitely for me, such as the Altmarine iPhone 16 last year, how the Monotone Pro model was stuck in the spread of the handset.
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This year there will be another hardware differential texture side between regular and pro pixel phones, with pre-matte-painted and later a bright finish. By testing various handsets with various industrial designs over the years, I have found that matte-covered side rails are the most effective. Finnish opposed the phone to maintain oil and fingerprint smoke.
I wish, the low price point of Pixel 10, is still estimated to be $ 799 for the 128GB configuration, it creates a compelling upgradation for anyone coming from an old handset. We will learn more about the new Pixel 10 phones during the Google event on 20 August, so stay.
ZDNET has reached Google for more information about rumors and will report back with any new information.
