Google may be looking to give Pixel 10 series a tele-macro camera makeover, launch pegged for August

Over the years, we've seen dedicated macro sensors on phones. We've seen ultra-wide sensors doubling up as macro lenses, and more recently, the tele-macro lens is starting to trend again. We've already seen this on several phones this year, including the flagship OnePlus 13 and the mid-range Vivo T4 Ultra. Now, according to a report by Android Headlines, Google seems to be following suit — the telephoto camera on the Pixel 10 series is said to come with macro functionality.advertisementWhat makes this particularly interesting in the case of the Pixel 10 series is that, unlike most other brands that offer macro photography via either the ultra-wide or the telephoto lens, Google is reportedly enabling macro shooting through both lenses. This means macro photography — which has been available on previous Pixel phones via the ultra-wide lens — will continue, while also being extended to the telephoto lens. Depending on how close you are to your subject, the phone will automatically decide whether to use the ultra-wide or the telephoto camera for a macro shot.Google's Pixel 10 series is expected to be announced on 28 August. However, it is being reported that, following the announcement, all the phones in the series — including the Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL and Pixel 10 Pro Fold — will have different launch dates.Google Pixel 10 series: What to expectadvertisement
One of the biggest changes this year is expected under the hood. The Pixel 10 series is likely to be powered by Google's new Tensor G5 chip, reportedly manufactured by TSMC. This shift in manufacturing could lead to improved thermal performance and battery life — something that previous Tensor-powered Pixels have struggled with. With this new chip, Google could finally catch up to other flagship Snapdragon and MediaTek processors in terms of efficiency and day-to-day performance.On the software front, the Pixel 10 is expected to ship with Android 16 out of the box. AI will play a major role again, with new features such as Video Generative ML for advanced video editing, Speak-to-Tweak for voice-guided image edits, and Sketch-to-Image that turns rough drawings into detailed visuals — all running on-device. These features could make the Pixel 10 series stand out in terms of creative tools and user-friendly functionality.As for the cameras, the base Pixel 10 may finally get a triple-lens setup, including a telephoto lens — a first for a non-Pro Pixel phone. However, reports suggest that while this is a welcome upgrade, the actual camera sensors may not be as powerful as those on the Pro models. For example, the main sensor is said to be a Samsung GN8, which is smaller than the GNV used before. Supporting cameras might also be carried over from the Pixel 9a. Still, Google's AI-based image processing could help make up for some of those hardware limitations.Design-wise, don't expect major changes. The Pixel 10 is likely to stick with the same flat sides, camera bar at the back, and slim bezels up front, similar to the Pixel 9 series. The phones might be slightly thinner this year, but overall, the look should feel familiar. Pricing could also stay close to last year, with the Pixel 10 and 10 Pro expected to launch at Rs 79,999 and Rs 99,999, respectively. The Pixel 10 Pro Fold, interestingly, may arrive at a lower price point compared to last year's model.

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