Link: Google Pixel 10 Pro review: AI, Qi2, and a spec bump too

The Pixel 10 Pro by Google showcases significant advancements in both hardware and AI-driven software, making it a more polished flagship model. It proudly introduces features like Android's version of MagSafe, a top-tier processor, and an excellent camera set, justifying its $999 starting price.

One standout feature, Magic Cue, cleverly integrates AI to provide contextual information from emails and calendars directly, proving genuinely useful rather than just a gimmick. However, some AI implementations still feel forced, demonstrating the tech's pervasive but uneven integration.

The Pixel 10 Pro maintains its aesthetic continuity with its predecessor but has internal upgrades like the Tensor G5 chip made by TSMC, enhancing AI capabilities directly on the device. Running these features on the phone also ensures greater privacy as data does not need to be sent to the cloud.

The Pro model comes in two sizes with options up to 16GB of RAM and uses faster UFS 4.0 memory, ensuring a snappy performance. While its battery has seen a minor capacity improvement, the intensive on-device AI seems to offset this gain, leading to mixed battery life results.

Additional innovations such as Qi2 support with built-in magnets for wireless charging and updated camera features like Pro Res Zoom demonstrate Google’s push towards refining the utility and functionality of its flagship. Despite some features feeling more like novelties, the overall package is appealing for Android enthusiasts.

While not yet a necessity for those with adequate current devices, the Pixel 10 Pro offers a glimpse into the future of integrated AI in smartphones, setting a strong precedent in the Android ecosystem. This enhances its status as a worthy flagship, especially evident in its array of privacy-conscious, on-device AI operations. #

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