Upcoming Google Pixel 10 to feature hardware improvements akin to those long enjoyed by iPhone users for years.
The upcoming Google Pixel 10 range, an anticipated addition to the Android phone market, is set to boast a significant upgrade in wireless charging technology. According to leaked information and images, the devices will support the new Qi2 25W wireless charging standard, offering speeds that are around 70% faster than the previous Qi2 15W standard.
This new standard, known as Qi version 2.2.1, includes the Magnetic Power Profile (MPP), which means phones supporting it are either equipped with built-in magnets to align properly with chargers and accessories or require a magnetic case to enable full magnetic alignment. In the case of the Google Pixel 10 phones, it's expected that they will feature built-in magnets, as Google helped develop the Qi2 25W spec and is expected to adopt it fully. This will allow the Pixel 10 to achieve fast, MagSafe-like wireless charging speeds while maintaining efficient magnet-based alignment.
In contrast, the Google Pixel Watch charging puck uses a different magnetic wireless charging design specific to the watch. While it does provide secure magnetic attachment, its power output is typically lower, usually below 10W, and it is not described as adopting the Qi2 25W standard.
Here's a summary comparison of the wireless charging features:
| Feature | Qi2 25W Wireless Charging (Pixel 10) | Pixel Watch Charging Puck | |--------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------| | Wireless charging standard | Qi2 25W (Qi v2.2.1) with Magnetic Power Profile | Proprietary magnetic wireless charging | | Maximum wireless charging power| Up to 25W | Typically under 10W | | Magnetic alignment | Built-in magnets for precise alignment | Magnetic puck designed for watch contact | | Device type | Smartphone | Smartwatch | | Charging efficiency | High, designed for fast wireless charging | Moderate, optimized for watch batteries |
Leaked images of the Google Pixel 10 range, shared on Twitter by Evan Blass, show the devices with a charging device attached to their backs, suggesting the presence of a wireless charging system. The tweet does not showcase any new design details for the range, but it does include a picture of the official case for the Pro model of the Pixel 10 devices.
The launch event for the Google Pixel 10 range is approaching, and excitement is building for these new handsets. While the design of the range is not yet fully revealed due to leaks and rumors, it's expected to be an impressive addition to the Android ecosystem. Evan Blass, known for sharing information and pictures ahead of full releases in the tech space, has been at the forefront of these revelations. The Google Pixel 10 range is expected to launch soon.
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- The Google Pixel 10 range will reportedly feature the latest Qi2 25W wireless charging technology, boasting speeds that are significantly faster than previous versions, making it a promising addition to the smartphone market.
- The upcoming Google Pixel 10 devices are expected to utilize built-in magnets for precise magnetic alignment during wireless charging, a feature that will enable MagSafe-like speeds, thanks to the involvement of Google in developing the Qi2 25W spec.
