Tech Brew Ride Home The Pixel 10 Smartphone Unveiling
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Aug 20, 2025 The latest tech announcements reveal the impressive Pixel 10 smartphone series featuring upgraded cameras and the innovative Pixel 10 Pro Fold. Excitingly, the new Pixel Watch 4 offers emergency satellite communication. Meanwhile, Microsoft's Xbox Ally handhelds are set for launch, promising enhanced gaming experiences. The discussion also touches on the ongoing challenges at Meta’s AI division and a surprising exploration of AI in filmmaking, critiquing its creative limitations in a recent AI film festival.
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On-Device AI Is The Central Pitch
- Google focused this Pixel cycle on on-device AI and a new Tensor G5 for meaningful performance and AI gains.
- The Pixel 10 Pro and Pro XL prioritize faster CPU and up to 60% faster on-device AI via the TPU.
Generative Zoom Runs Locally
- Google built ProRes Zoom: an on-device latent diffusion model that cleans up extreme zoom images up to 100x.
- The processing runs locally and now completes in about four to five seconds, saving results alongside the original.
Choose XL For Faster Charging And More Storage
- If you want higher wireless charging and storage, opt for the XL model which starts at 256GB and supports faster Qi charging.
- Pre-order now since retail availability begins August 28th for the Pixel 10 Pro and Pixel 10.