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Mint
2 days ago
- Mint
Google Pixel 10 series may feature dual speakers and SIM tray shift, leak hints
Google's next-generation flagship smartphone lineup, expected to include the Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL, and the foldable Pixel 10 Pro Fold, has been the subject of numerous leaks in recent weeks. Now, a newly surfaced report offers fresh insights into the design of the Pixel 10 and Pixel 10 Pro—this time via an alleged protective case leak. According to Android Authority, the protective case comes from Thinborne, a well-known accessory maker. The company has reportedly developed cases for the Pixel 10 and Pixel 10 Pro ahead of their official unveiling. The leaked case design suggests that while the upcoming phones may appear similar to last year's Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro, there are subtle shifts in dimensions and hardware placements that indicate noteworthy updates. The report claims that the Pixel 9 Pro can fit snugly into the case made for the Pixel 10, hinting at comparable sizing between the generations. However, the alignment of key elements such as port cutouts and the camera bar tells a different story. Visuals of the leaked case suggest that the USB-C port and other bottom-edge components have been repositioned. Unlike the single-speaker cutout seen in previous models, the Pixel 10 and Pixel 10 Pro are expected to feature dual-speaker cutouts on the underside of the device. Additionally, the SIM tray, traditionally located on the side or bottom, appears to have been moved to the top edge in the new design. There are further indications that the rear camera system has been slightly revamped. The case does not align perfectly with the camera bar of the Pixel 9 Pro, leading to speculation that the Pixel 10's camera module will be marginally larger. The case also partially obscures the 5G antenna on the older model, reinforcing the theory that external hardware elements have shifted enough to warrant a redesign. These changes, though subtle, could mean existing Pixel 9 cases will not be compatible with the Pixel 10, despite the superficial resemblance between the two generations.
Stuff.tv
4 days ago
- Stuff.tv
This recent Google Pixel 10 leak has me very excited about the camera upgrade
Every year, I upgrade to the latest Pixel for one reason: the camera. I think it's one of the best phones around. Not because of the chipset. Not because of the display. Just the camera. And this latest Pixel 10 leak has me counting down the days until launch. According to a report from Android Headlines, the Pixel 10 series might gain telemacro functionality. If you're not familiar, that means the phone could use its telephoto lens to shoot crisp close-up photos. It's a trick that's been popping up in phones like the OPPO Find N5 and OnePlus 13. Instead of relying on the ultrawide for macro shots (which Google has previously done with the Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9a), the telephoto lets you zoom in while still getting sharp focus on the tiniest subjects. This sounds like a small tweak, but it could be a big deal. If it works the way it should, it'll mean better close-ups with more detail, less distortion, and cleaner depth. It also means you don't need to get as close to your subject, which could be useful if you're trying to take a picture of a flighty insect, for example. Google might keep the ultrawide macro option too, switching between lenses depending on how close you are to the subject. Basically, it could be offering more flexibility, better results, and more reasons for me to obsessively photograph bugs, flowers, and coffee beans. Sure, it's a relatively minor upgrade, but it's one that has me excited to see what else Google has up its sleeve. The Pixel 10 series is expected to launch on 20 August, with shipping reportedly set for 28 August. If this telemacro upgrade is real, the camera champ might just be levelling up again. And yes, I'm already clearing space in my photo library for hundreds of macro shots. Liked this? These earbuds have a 65-hour battery life, but that's not the best thing about them
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Scotsman
4 days ago
- Business
- Scotsman
Google Pixel 9 Pro gets 30% off in best-ever Amazon deal
The Pixel 9 Pro has never been available for this price before | Amazon This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission on items purchased through this article, but that does not affect our editorial judgement. The Pixel 9 Pro is now available at an incredible discount, with Amazon slashing £300 off the price and throwing in a Pixel Buds voucher too. Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... At a time when the iPhone 15 Pro still costs well over £1,000, the Google Pixel 9 Pro, one of its key rivals, stands out as a bit of a bargain. Android fans already know they're usually getting a lot more for their money, but the deal we've spotted on Google's current flagship is absolutely amazing. It's a special offer being pushed by a handful of online retailers, but the best place to buy looks to be Amazon. It's available in Hazel or this black "Obsidian" colour | Amazon Because the 30% saving brings the SIM-free handset down to £699, rather than its RRP price of £999. That's getting on for half the price of the iPhone 15 Pro, and it's the lowest price the Pixel 9 Pro has ever been sold at. Amazon looks to be the best place to buy the phone from for two reasons; firstly it's possible to get next-day delivery if you're a Prime member, and Amazon's returns system is so good. Also, the retail giant is offering a £50 coupon towards a set of Pixel Buds 2, which are a perfect companion to the Pixel phone. The £699 offer price is for the 128gb model, in Hazel or Obsidian. There are pink and white versions available on Amazon, but they're used. There are savings on the 256gb model and the 512gb version too and, while they're not quite 30% off, they are very attractive.
Daily Record
6 days ago
- Business
- Daily Record
Google Pixel 9 Pro plummets to lowest price ever in surprise sale
Google's flagship has seen a price reduction making it the cheapest it's been since launch The Pixel 9 Pro is Google's flagship phone, coming in two different sizes, the regular 6.3-inch phone and the larger XL, with a 6.8-inch screen. Renowned for its excellent camera, the Pixel 9 launched in 2024 with the latest price reductions taking it down to the lowest prices it's been since launch. There's a full £300 off the price of the Pixel 9 Pro, so it's now £699 on Amazon, beating the previous lowest price of £799. This is a great price for a compact flagship phone, and one of the only phones running brand-new Android 16 software. Pixel 9 Pro XL is down to £799, while the regular Pixel 9 is £561. While that Pixel 9 price is good, it's not the cheapest that this phone has been, with a previous low price of £549 on Amazon. Still, it's cheaper than if you were to buy it from Google direct. For those looking to get the phone on contract, Sky is offering compelling rates on the Pixel 9 models with a starting price of £14 a month. Google has just announced Android 16, the latest software to power Android phones and one of the advantages of buying a Pixel is that you're head of the queue when it comes to updates. The software was pushed to Pixels on the day Google confirmed it was ready and I've already updated my own Pixel phone. While Android 16 adds some nice new features, like live updates in your notifications for things like deliveries and a reorganised image editor in Google Photos, it's really the camera experience that gets people excited. The Pixel camera is one of the most consistent cameras you'll find on a smartphone. It takes great pictures in just about all conditions – and that's why it's one of my top choices as a smartphone expert. I'm always snapping photos, whether it's in daylight or a night, with great results. Sure, the video skills aren't as good as you'll get on the iPhone, but the Video Boost mode offered in the settings can get some incredible results. One of the great things about the Pixel 9 is the fresh new design compared to the Pixel devices that came before it. The iconic camera bar on the back became an island, and while it's a little bit bulky, I think it looks great, as the build quality of the Pixel 9 really stands out. The display on the front is nice and bright, making those photos you take really pop when you look back at them and I'd pick the larger Pixel 9 Pro XL of you spend a lot of time watching movies as the larger screen definitely helps. Don't just take my word for it, shoppers heap praise on the Pixel 9 Pro, with one saying "This is the best phone I have owned," and another commenting "The cameras are insanely good thanks to Google's AI Processing". The drawback of this phone is that the Tensor G4 hardware that powers it, designed in-house by Google, isn't quite as powerful as the Snapdragon hardware you'll get in rival devices like the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra. The battery life also isn't the best, as one shopper comments: "It's a very good phone, but the problem is the battery. It runs out too quickly." With all that said, these price reductions make the Pixel 9 Pro really competitive: getting access to the Pixel camera experience is what most people are looking for and this is the cheapest price we've seen on the Pro models so far.
Forbes
13-06-2025
- Forbes
Do Not Click These Notifications On Your Phone
More links you cannot click. A surprise warning for Android users heading into the weekend. It turns out on-screen notification links for even the most popular apps on your phone can be hijacked by attackers and used to redirect you to malicious websites or even to malware. Android Authority picked up the security warning from security researcher Gabriele Digregorio, and warns 'until Google issues a fix, it's safest to avoid using the 'Open link' button' within on-screen notifications, 'and open links manually in the app.' In his blog post, Digregorio explains that 'Android notifications do not properly handle some Unicode characters, leading to inconsistencies between what is displayed and what is used by the automatic 'Open Link' suggestions. This may trick users into opening a different link from the one shown in the notification.' FBI Confirms iPhone And Android Warning—Delete All These Texts That's dangerous, because the flaw 'can be exploited for phishing or to trigger app links and deep links.' Per Android Authority, even though 'Google was notified about the bug in March, [it] hasn't patched it yet.' The disclosure confirms that 'the issue still affects phones running Android 14, 15, and 16, including the Pixel 9 Pro.' 'If you regularly use an Android device,' Digregorio says, 'you may have noticed that notifications often include suggestions based on their content. This is particularly common — and useful — when the notifications come from messaging apps, where the system automatically suggests actions such as quick replies or opening a link.' Apple Warns Protesters With Stolen iPhones — You Are Being Tracked The blog post demonstrates that while 'developers do not explicitly implement this feature,' which is 'provided automatically by Android's notification system,' it affected apps including 'WhatsApp, Telegram, Instagram, Discord and Slack.' The notification itself is fine, it's the embedded link that's open to exploitation. As Android Authority explains, 'the system might show you a link to but when you tap 'Open link', it subtly takes you to instead.' This is because 'an invisible character was used to split the word into two.' Even though 'Android displayed the full address,' only was used 'as the actual link.' It's tricky to avoid tapping notification links, but if it's an unexpected link, I would agree with Android Authority and recommend opening the app itself and going directly to the source. This will vey likely be fixed now that it's in the public domain and open to exploitation. I have reached out to Google to confirm.
