Google Unveils Pixel 10 Series, Placing Advanced AI Directly in Your Hand

Pixel 10 Series

In a highly anticipated virtual event that concluded just moments ago, Google officially launched its next generation of flagship smartphones: the Pixel 10 and Pixel 10 Pro. The presentation, which began at 1:00 PM EST, showcased devices that lean heavily into the company’s strengths in artificial intelligence, promising the most helpful and intuitive Pixel experience to date.

At the core of the new lineup is the all-new Tensor G5 chip, Google’s fifth-generation custom silicon. This new System on a Chip (SoC) is designed specifically for advanced on-device machine learning tasks. During the event, Google demonstrated a more powerful and conversational Google Assistant, capable of understanding complex, multi-part commands and even anticipating user needs based on context like location and calendar events.

The camera system, a traditional hallmark of the Pixel line, receives another significant upgrade. The Pixel 10 Pro introduces a new “Dynamic Light Sensor” that works in tandem with its 50MP primary lens to capture more accurate colors and lighting, especially in challenging mixed-light conditions. Software takes center stage with the introduction of “Magic Director,” a video feature that allows users to seamlessly re-frame subjects, adjust lighting, and clean up audio after a video has been shot—all powered by the Tensor G5.

Key features announced today include:

• Tensor G5 Chip: Powering a suite of AI-driven features for photography, speech recognition, and real-time translation.
• Proactive Display: The “Super Actua” display on the Pixel 10 Pro can now reach a peak brightness of 2500 nits and features an adaptive refresh rate from 1Hz to 165Hz.
• AI-Powered Battery: A new “Adaptive Charging 2.0” promises to extend the long-term health of the battery by learning user habits more effectively.
• Android 16 Integration: The Pixel 10 will be the first device to ship with Android 16, which brings a refreshed UI and deeper AI integration throughout the operating system.

The design has been subtly refined, featuring a matte-finish recycled aluminum frame and a new textured glass back for a more secure grip.

The Google Pixel 10 and Pixel 10 Pro are available for pre-order starting today. The Pixel 10 starts at $799, while the Pixel 10 Pro comes in at $999. Devices are expected to begin shipping to customers on August 28th, setting a new and ambitious standard for the fall smartphone season.

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