Google Pixel 10 Launch on August 20: Specs, AI Features, Qi2 Charging & More

Google has confirmed the launch of its much-anticipated Pixel 10 smartphone lineup on August 20 at its ‘Made by Google’ event in New York. Alongside the Pixel 10 and 10 Pro series, leaks suggest Google will introduce the Pixel 10 XL, 10 Pro XL, and the first dust-resistant foldable, the Pixel 10 Pro Fold.

Design remains familiar, with one key camera upgrade 📸

While Google isn’t making drastic design changes, the vanilla Pixel 10 will move to a triple-camera setup for the first time — adding a telephoto lens to match Pro models. However, tipsters suggest its primary sensor is smaller than the Pixel 9’s, similar to the Pixel 9A, which could affect light collection. The telephoto lens is expected to offset this limitation.

The Pro models are retaining their Pixel 9 Pro sensors, meaning they may still outperform the standard Pixel 10. Selfie cameras are likely unchanged.

AI tools make photography smarter 🤖

According to Android Authority and Android Headlines:

♦ Pixel Sense, a new on-device AI assistant, will learn user preferences, anticipate tasks, and integrate with Google apps.

♦ Speak-to-Tweak will allow voice-based photo edits, such as removing objects or adjusting lighting.

♦ Camera Coach, powered by Gemini AI, will give live tips on improving angles and exposure.

♦ Sketch-to-Image, already seen on Samsung phones, will enable quick image creation.

These features hint at deeper AI integration that could extend into the Pixel 11 series next year.

More power, better cooling — Tensor G5 goes TSMC ⚡

Google is shifting production of its Tensor G5 chip from Samsung to TSMC, using the same 3nm N3E process as Apple’s A18 Pro. Expect higher performance and improved thermal efficiency in the new lineup.

Qi2 wireless charging may arrive under “Pixelsnap” 🔋

Google appears to be preparing magnetic Qi2 charging, branded as Pixelsnap. Larger phone dimensions and thicker XL variants hint at room for magnets and bigger batteries. Qi2 charging could enable faster 25W wireless charging, aligning Google with upcoming Android standards.

Pixel 10 Pro Fold achieves first-ever IP68 dust resistance 🛡️

The Pixel 10 Pro Fold is expected to be the world’s first foldable with full dust protection, earning an IP68 rating — a major engineering milestone no other foldable has matched.

Vibrant new colours 🌈

♦ Pixel 10: Obsidian (black), Indigo, Frost, Limoncello (yellow)

♦ Pixel 10 Pro / 10 Pro XL: Obsidian, Porcelain (white), Jade (green), Moonstone (grey-blue)

♦ Pixel 10 Pro Fold: Moonstone and Jade only

Leaked renders confirm these finishes, with more vivid shades for the standard Pixel 10.