At the heart of Google’s newly announced Pixel 10, 10 Pro, and 10 Pro Fold is the next-generation Tensor G5 chip. This custom silicon is the engine behind a suite of advanced AI tools designed to run locally on the device, with the flagship feature being the new “Magic Cue” system.
Magic Cue represents Google’s vision for a more helpful, proactive smartphone. It leverages the Tensor G5’s power to analyze your on-device data—from emails to calendar events—and anticipate your needs. When texting a friend about a Sunday outing, Gemini might suggest a location and show your schedule. Calling a hotel? Your reservation number could automatically appear on the screen, all without sending your personal data to the cloud.
The phones themselves are more powerful than ever. The Pixel 10 receives a third camera in the form of a 5x telephoto zoom lens. The Pixel 10 Pro is a photographer’s dream, offering a 48MP sensor with a 10x optical zoom. For those eyeing a foldable, the Pixel 10 Pro Fold now boasts an IP68 rating, making it as resilient to water and dust as its non-folding counterparts.
Google’s new hardware ecosystem, including the Gemini-powered Pixel Watch 4 and the noise-cancelling Pixel Buds 2a, also benefits from the company’s chip innovation. The watch offers AI health coaching and satellite SOS, while the earbuds provide on-the-go access to Gemini, all pointing to a future where Google’s custom hardware and intelligent software are deeply intertwined.