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Android Authority
7 hours ago
- Android Authority
8 things I want to see on the Pixel 10 series
Joe Maring / Android Authority Given the rumored earlier launch date of August this year, the Pixel 10 series is right around the corner. As is customary with every Google product, the leaks are really starting to ramp up as we get closer to the release. Up to now, all the tidbits of info we've seen are pointing to an iterative update with no meaningful changes to the design, except perhaps a slightly bigger camera bar on the back. While they might not look that different from their predecessors, we expect the new devices to improve upon the Pixel 9 lineup in a few key areas. Let's take a look at some of the likely (and perhaps some more hopeful) upgrades we might see when Google takes the wraps off the Pixel 10. Tensor G5 improvements Google Much has been made of the switch from Samsung to TSMC for the fabrication of the SoC that will power the Pixel 10 series. The Taiwanese chip maker is the best in the business, so it's not unreasonable to assume that the partnership will push Google's custom silicon to the next level. Said to be manufactured on TSMC's 3nm process, the Tensor G5 is expected to bring a decent boost to performance and graphics, plus a modestly faster TPU for improved AI functionality. Just like previous generations, the Tensor G5 will include a mixture of Google-designed and off-the-shelf IP. The hope is that by using TSMC to build the chips, the end result will be a Pixel 10 series with faster baseline performance that requires less throttling to keep things cool. Better efficiency and longer battery life could be another advantage — let's keep our fingers crossed for this one. Proper Face ID Rita El Khoury / Android Authority I've used pretty much every Pixel Google has released, and one of the most frustrating aspects of this product line, at least in recent years, has been the biometrics. Pixels 1 through 5 had fast and convenient rear-mounted fingerprint sensors, with the notable exception of the Pixel 4 (more on that in a moment). Since the big redesign that came with the Pixel 6, Google has gone all in with under-display fingerprint scanners (with mixed results) and, more recently, face unlocking. Unlike the Pixel 4, which had a full 3D face unlocking system, recent Pixels determine your identity using a single, 2D selfie camera. While this is now deemed secure enough for phone unlocking and even banking apps, it's still not a patch on the iPhone's Face ID and is useless in low-light situations. The Pixel 4 is the only Google phone that has come close to the speed and convenience of Apple's solution, and it was arguably even better at the time, since it also used the Soli radar chip to proactively fire up face unlocking for a rapid response. The Pixel 4 is the only Google phone that has come close to the speed and convenience of Apple's Face ID. I've longed for a return of proper IR face unlocking in a Pixel phone ever since. The good news is that this does seem to be in Google's plans. The bad news is that it might not be ready until the Pixel 11, which is rumored to feature an under-display IR camera system. Better late than never, I suppose. Slimmer bezels Paul Jones / Android Authority It took until last year's Pixel 9 series for Google to finally give us symmetrical bezels on all four sides of the display, but the borders are still rather chunky compared to other flagship phones. This is especially apparent when viewed next to an iPhone 16 Pro/Pro Max (image above), as Apple slimmed the bezels down to an incredible 1.3-1.4mm (depending on the model). The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has similarly minute screen borders. By comparison, the Pixel 9 Pro looks dated and just that little bit less premium than its competitors. Unfortunately, judging by the recently leaked prototype of the Pixel 10 Pro, we might not be getting any noticeable improvement in this area. Assuming it's pretty close to the final design that Google will unveil in August, it looks like the bezels will remain unchanged. If that's the case, we'll have to hope that a more substantial redesign arrives with the Pixel 11 series. Longer battery life Robert Triggs / Android Authority One of the most common complaints about Pixel phones in recent years has been about the substandard battery life. And it seems that Google is well aware that longevity has been a core concern since it introduced custom Tensor processors. We're hopeful that the TSMC-made Tensor G5 will improve battery life at least a little bit, but Google shouldn't put all of its eggs in that basket. With any luck, the company is also working on software optimizations that will help to eke a bit more longevity from the Pixel 10's cell. Google's most recent release, the midrange Pixel 9a, outperformed the Pixel 9 in certain battery life tests. You would hope so, since it features the same processor along with a bigger battery and a generally less demanding spec sheet. The gains weren't as significant as you might expect, though, so it's clear Google still has plenty of work to do if it's to deliver truly impressive battery life across the Pixel 10 series. Qi2 magnetic wireless charging and accessories Dhruv Bhutani / Android Authority Another sore point among Pixel 9 owners is the lack of magnetic wireless charging. MagSafe tech makes charging an iPhone incredibly convenient, and this has been standardised by the Wireless Power Consortium and made available to more manufacturers. Apple users have been able to enjoy it since 2020's iPhone 12, but Android phone makers have been slow to jump on board after Qi2 incorporated the same magnetic charging tech in 2023. Samsung described its Galaxy S25 series as 'Qi2 ready', meaning you get the minimum 15W charging speeds but without the secure attachment. The situation with the Pixel 9 lineup is even worse, since it doesn't support Qi2 at all. Outside of magnetic charging, Qi2 adds support for a wide range of magnetic accessories such as grips, stands, tripods, wallets, docks, and bike mounts. Google needs to step it up and offer the full magnetic Qi2 wireless charging experience for the Pixel 10. There is a workaround for the magnets on the Pixel 9 — you just have to buy a case that includes them — but Google really needs to step it up and offer the full magnetic Qi2 wireless charging experience for the Pixel 10 series out of the box. Thankfully, it sounds like this might be exactly what we're getting. A recent rumor points to a 'Pixelsnap' ecosystem of magnetic Qi2.2 accessories arriving alongside the Pixel 10, including a charger, ring stand, and a charging stand. The iPhone 17 is rumored to support up to 45W charging with a new Qi2.2 MagSafe charger, so faster wireless charging speeds could also be coming to the Pixel 10. Minimum storage of 256GB Rita El Khoury / Android Authority All of the base models in the Pixel 9 series launched with a measly 128GB of storage. With apps and media taking up more and more space as time goes by, this paltry amount just isn't good enough for a flagship phone in 2025. When Google launched the Pixel 9 in the UK, it offered the 256GB model for the same price as the 128GB version as a pre-order bonus. This felt like a tacit admission that this should have been the base storage amount across the board. I think it's fair to argue that 128GB is still acceptable for a cheaper device like the Pixel 9a, but Google needs to do better when it comes to its premium products. The base Pixel 10 Pro models ought to have 256GB of storage, and it would be great if this applied to the standard Pixel 10 as well. Bigger storage options for the regular Pixel 10 would also be welcome, as the Pixel 9 currently tops out at 256GB, with 512GB/1TB options reserved for the Pro models only. An even smaller model Robert Triggs / Android Authority I've used an iPhone just once in my life, and that was the iPhone 13 from 2021. Even though I returned to Android (and the Pixel 8) after this brief dalliance with Apple, there was still plenty I liked about the iPhone. Not least was the feel in the hand — the small size and the pleasingly curved corners made for excellent ergonomics, and it was also pretty light. When I learned that Google would offer a smaller Pixel Pro model, starting with the Pixel 9 Pro, I thought this was a great idea. However, it's quite a bit larger than the iPhone 13 that I so enjoyed using. And even though the smaller iPhone models have crept up in size over the last few years (especially the Pros), the Pixel 9 Pro is still a few centimeters taller and a smidge wider than the iPhone 16 Pro that came out at the same time. Since the Pixel also has bigger bezels, this size difference is even more noticeable when you compare the phones side-by-side. I'd love it if the Pixel 10 could be shrunk down to the size of the iPhone 16 Pro. I still commend Google for squeezing all the same tech from the XL model into the Pixel 9 Pro, but I'd love it if the Pixel 10 could be shrunk down just a little bit further. If not all the way down to the size of the iPhone 13, at least enough to match the size of the latest iPhone Pro. Along with smaller bezels, this could be the perfect body and screen size for most people, especially those of us who prefer to keep things compact. Google has already improved the comfort of recent Pixels a great deal by gradually increasing the radius of the corners and flattening the sides — reducing the overall footprint would be the cherry on the cake for me. An Action button Ryan Haines / Android Authority Plenty of phone makers have toyed with adding an additional button to their phones, but as is so often the case, it was Apple that really made it fashionable. The iPhone 15 Pro models did away with the mute switch in favor of a customizable Action button, and this has proven to be a fairly popular inclusion (although Apple could certainly do more with it). With the iPhone 16, Apple went one step further and added yet another button — Camera Control — to a more mixed reception. Among Android OEMs, OnePlus is famous for its alert slider, but it didn't take long to jump aboard the Action button train with the OnePlus 13T and its Shortcut Key. Not to be outdone, Carl Pei's current company, Nothing, recently introduced its Essential Key. This is used to save content to the AI organization tool Essential Space on the Phone 3a or Phone 3a Pro, which is pretty nifty but it would be better if this button were remappable. Now, I'm not suggesting that Google straight up copy Apple and add two new buttons to the Pixel 10. But including one extra button that could be assigned to almost any function would be a welcome addition. The power button double-press gesture that opens the camera (or wallet) has long been a popular Pixel feature, so I'm sure Google could do something great with another tactile key. The Pixel 10 series is slated for an August 20 reveal, so we don't have too long to wait until we see which of these features Google brings us. Let us know what other features you're hoping to see in the comments, and don't forget to vote in the poll below! 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Phone Arena
a day ago
- Business
- Phone Arena
This move by TSMC completely stunned Samsung Foundry leading it to start an investigation
This is an exciting time for Google Pixel fans. Google will reportedly introduce the Pixel 10 series on August 20th and this will be more than just the next iteration of the Android reference device. The Pixel 10 will be powered by the Tensor G5 application processor (AP) which will be undergoing some major changes, Unlike past Tensor chips that powered previous Pixel lines, this year's G5 will be designed from the ground up by Google. Previous Tensor chips melded certain Google designs with one of Samsung's Exynos processors used as the foundation of the component. These chips were built by Samsung Foundry, the second-largest foundry on the planet. This year, the Google-designed AP will be built by the world's largest foundry, TSMC, using its second-generation 3nm process node (N3E). According to the Korean financial blog The Bell , Samsung is investigating why it lost the business of manufacturing the Pixel's Tensor APs to TSMC. Yesterday a global strategy meeting was held by Samsung Electronic's Device Solutions Division. As process nodes have dropped under 5nm, the competitive gap between Samsung Foundry and TSMC has widened. One of the major issues is that Samsung Foundry's lower yields results in higher chip prices and questions about whether large-scale orders can be met. A silicon wafer is checked for defects by robots. | Image credit-Unknown According to TrendForce, Samsung Foundry's global market share is still declining as it hit 7.7% during the first quarter of this year compared to 8.1% during Q4. During the same quarters, TSMC's market share rose from 67.1% to 67.6%. Qualcomm redesigned the chip calling it the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 and had it built by TSMC. Despite rumors every now and then stating that Qualcomm will return to Samsung Foundry, TSMC has continued to produce the important flagship AP for the San Diego-based fabless chip designer. Samsung Foundry has been busy working on the development of Sammy's in-house Exynos 2600 AP which is earmarked for the Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26 + flagship models in some markets next year. Built on Samsung Foundry's 2nm process node, the SoC is now undergoing prototype mass production. This is a big test for Samsung Foundry because, with a decent yield and good performance numbers for the chip, Samsung Foundry might be in a position to take business away from TSMC. If it fails this test, the top brass at Samsung might be forced to consider spinning off or selling Samsung Foundry. Secure your connection now at a bargain price! We may earn a commission if you make a purchase This offer is not available in your area.
Android Authority
a day ago
- Android Authority
Gemini Space is coming to Pixel phones, and it could be Google's take on Samsung's Now Bar
Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Google is developing a new feature called 'Gemini Space' for its Pixel phones, which is expected to debut on the upcoming Pixel 10 series. 'Gemini Space' could be a rebrand of the At a Glance widget that will add new information like finance recaps and sports scores. This new feature could be Google's version of Samsung's 'Now Brief,' providing a full-screen, contextual summary of your day from the lock screen. Google is locked in a race with rival OpenAI to get people to use its Gemini AI over ChatGPT, and one of its key advantages in the race is its hardware ecosystem. The company has already integrated its Gemini AI into multiple features on its Pixel devices and plans to introduce even more with the upcoming Pixel 10 series. One such upcoming feature is called 'Gemini Space,' which we expect will debut on the Pixel 10 before trickling down to previous devices. You're reading an Authority Insights story. Discover Authority Insights for more exclusive reports, app teardowns, leaks, and in-depth tech coverage you won't find anywhere else. Our first clue about 'Gemini Space' appeared in last month's Android 16 QPR1 Beta 1 release, which quietly added a new system configuration file named 'Ambient Data.' The file hints that 'Ambient Data' is the internal codename for 'Gemini Space.' Mishaal Rahman / Android Authority This 'Ambient Data' configuration file is present in the firmware for both the Pixel 9 Pro and the Pixel 8 Pro, suggesting the feature will be supported on at least some current-generation devices. Unfortunately, the file itself and the rest of the firmware offer no further details about what the feature does. We did find some related references to an 'Ambience Hub,' though details on how it works are similarly scarce. However, the naming offers a clue. Based on existing features like 'ambient display' and 'ambient AOD,' it's likely that 'Ambient Data' refers to contextual information shown on the ambient display. The 'Ambience Hub' feature, then, might be a new interface for presenting that data. Mishaal Rahman / Android Authority So what will this 'Ambient Data' consist of? We found clues in the Android System Intelligence app, which is responsible for the Pixel's At a Glance experience. Our findings suggest Gemini Space will show a finance recap and sports scores — two features we've been tracking for a while. We even managed to recently surface the finance recap toggle in the Pixel's At a Glance settings. Code Copy Text gemini_space_finance_recap gemini_space_sports_score This evidence suggests Google could be planning to rebrand At a Glance as 'Gemini Space' and relaunch it with more capabilities. Specifically, 'Gemini Space' could be Google's version of the 'Now Bar' and 'Now Brief' features on Samsung Galaxy phones. On Galaxy devices, the Now Bar is a small chip on the lock screen with live app updates, complemented by the Now Brief, a full-screen summary of your day with contextual information. While one could argue that At a Glance is already a version of the Now Bar, Pixel phones lack a comparable experience to Now Brief that is accessible from the lock screen. The 'Gemini Space' and 'Ambience Hub' features could finally provide that. Notably, we spotted Google testing a change last year that repositions the At a Glance widget to the bottom of the lock screen, which would make it look strikingly similar to Samsung's Now Bar (and Live Activities on iOS). With such limited information, our theory could be off base, and 'Gemini Space' might have no parallels to Samsung's features. If that's the case, we truly don't know what Google is building. I'm personally hoping for a feature similar to Nothing's Essential Space, but beyond the name, there's no evidence for this. It's also possible this feature is tied to the long-rumored Pixel Sense — now expected to be called Magic Cue — but we're not sure how. However, Magic Cue is expected to be a Pixel 10 exclusive, whereas our findings suggest 'Gemini Space' will not be as limited. Whatever the case, it's clear Google plans to integrate Gemini more tightly into its Pixel lineup. While the exact role of 'Gemini Space' remains to be seen, we're excited to find out. Google is rumored to launch the Pixel 10 series at a Made by Google event in August, so we hopefully won't have to wait long to see what form this feature ultimately takes. Got a tip? Talk to us! Email our staff at Email our staff at news@ . You can stay anonymous or get credit for the info, it's your choice.
Phone Arena
a day ago
- Phone Arena
The Pixel 10 could be the biggest leap in smartphones since the iPhone thanks to this one feature
We've reached a point where most flagship phones are fast, powerful, and packed with excellent cameras. Even the pricier mid-range phones on the market provide the user with most of what they need. So, what comes next?Right now, all signs point to AI. That's where phone manufacturers are clearly directing their attention. But so far, the AI features we've seen — like text or image generation — feel a bit are the big thing now, and they can be impressive or even fun, but they still fall short of the futuristic vision these companies are selling: a truly smart, deeply intuitive pocket companion that understands us and offers real, practical help. But one feature we expect to see with the Pixel 10 series this August sounds like a big step towards this idea of a 'super-smart' phone everyone is trying to sell to us. A quieter kind of intelligence. According to recent reports, Google is preparing a new experience that goes beyond traditional assistants and beyond Gemini — the company's current AI platform. The goal isn't to talk to your phone or get it to generate text. It's something more ambient, almost omnipresent. Something more new system is designed to observe how you naturally use your phone — your apps, your habits, your context — and surface helpful actions at just the right time. Let's say you are texting a friend about an upcoming trip and your phone quietly offers your flight number, pulled from Gmail. Or getting a reminder based on what you were just looking at in Chrome, without ever setting a calendar familiar? Yes, that's what Apple was promising with its (still nowhere to be found) Siri aren't flashy tricks like the AI features we've seen so far, although Google does those pretty tastefully too. No, we are talking about useful, but more importantly effortless, passive features designed to work with as little user input as possible. I am secretly hoping Google does an 'it just works' joke/reference once (if) the feature gets promoted on make things even better, the reports state that Pixel Sense will operate exclusively on-device. This means things should happen quickly and without intruding on your privacy, although that will also depend heavily on the new Tensor G5 chipset, which will be Google's first fully self-designed Sense isn't meant to replace Gemini. It's not a chatbot or voice tool. Think of it instead as a new layer of intelligence that works in the background while you go about your Gemini might help you draft an email and set a timer, this feature seems to be about what happens between all of you're texting a friend about your weekend trip. Your flight info is in Gmail, hotel in Maps, and packing list in Keep. Instead of bouncing between apps, your phone could simply surface those details mid-chat, with no voice commands or searching feature will probably be built for people who already rely on Google services daily. Just how useful it becomes may depend on what Google decides to bundle in, or lock behind a subscription. And if it works well, it might just become the feature we didn't know we needed. I think of it as a plugin to Gemini that will make it more comprehensive. Not for specs, but for a smarter experience. We're at a point where most people don't switch phones because of specs anymore. The cameras are all good. The performance differences are marginal. Even new form factors like the iPhone 17 Air or Galaxy S25 Edge feel more like experiments than really moves people these days are features that save time and reduce friction. Not another chipset or marketing gimmick, but something that changes how your phone fits into your life. That's what makes this rumored Pixel 10 feature so intriguing. If it can tie together your tasks, apps, files, and routines into one seamless layer of helpfulness — all while you don't lift a finger — it could be a turning point for the Pixel line. Of course, that all hinges on how well Pixel Sense actually works. If it's unreliable or gets in the way more than it helps, it risks being just another overpromised 'smart' feature that people disable after a week. And that's a real on my experience with Gemini and AI-powered features like Circle to Search, Google's track record is mixed. Gemini has improved steadily, but it still struggles with nuance, context, and reliability in real-world use. When it works, it feels magical. When it doesn't, it reminds you why most people still use Google Search why I am still keeping my expectations for Pixel Sense cautiously optimistic. The idea is great on paper, and Google is uniquely positioned to pull it off. If it does, this won't just be the most important feature of the Pixel 10 — it could be the most important change for phones in the 2020s. Secure your connection now at a bargain price! We may earn a commission if you make a purchase This offer is not available in your area.
Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
The 'Google incident' that has left Samsung 'shocked'
Google 's decision to move production of its Tensor G5 processor from Samsung to TSMC for the upcoming Pixel 10 series has reportedly sent shockwaves through Samsung's executive ranks, prompting an internal investigation into the foundry division's mounting problems. The switch came as a "shock" to Samsung leadership last month, according to Korean publication The Bell, with the company now "intensively analyzing" what industry insiders are calling "the Google incident ." Samsung's Device Solutions division has launched emergency strategy meetings to examine how it lost one of its last major foundry customers. Wake-up call exposes Samsung's foundry struggles "Losing Google is a case that shows the complex problems of Samsung Foundry at once," an industry source told The Bell. "There are many discussions and concerns going on internally as well." by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Stuttgart: GEERS sucht 700 Testhörer für Hörgeräte ohne Zuzahlung GEERS Undo The loss represents more than just a significant contract for Samsung—it highlights the foundry's declining competitiveness against Taiwan's TSMC. Google had relied on Samsung to manufacture its custom Tensor chips since 2021, starting with the Pixel 6 series, but persistent yield issues and design limitations drove the search giant to seek alternatives. Samsung's 3nm process reportedly achieves only 50% yield rates, far below TSMC's 90% efficiency. The Korean company also lacks the semiconductor design assets that Google's "diversifying" performance requirements demand, according to the report. Pattern of customer defections continues for Samsung's foundry business Google joins a growing list of major clients abandoning Samsung's foundries for TSMC's superior manufacturing capabilities. Apple made the switch years ago, while Qualcomm now reserves Samsung only for lower-tier processors, moving flagship Snapdragon production to TSMC. The timing compounds Samsung's challenges as it struggles with its next-generation 2nm process development. The company is reportedly having difficulty proceeding as planned with the advanced node, which is crucial for its upcoming Exynos 2600 processor expected in the Galaxy S26 series. Google's five-year commitment to TSMC covers Tensor chips through the Pixel 14, effectively shutting Samsung out of smartphone processor manufacturing for one of Android's most prominent players until at least 2029. AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
