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  • Google brings new design to Pixel Camera, smart FPS control to older Pixels

    Google is rolling out Pixel Camera 10.1 to older Pixel models via the Play Store. First seen on the Pixel 10 series, the update introduces a refreshed Material 3 Expressive design and a new Optimise FPS mode that dynamically switches frame rates during video recording for smoother, more efficient performance. The update also simplifies the camera’s settings layout.

  • Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold’s battery explodes during bend test, video goes viral

    A Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold’s battery exploded during a YouTube durability test by JerryRigEverything, making it the first phone to do so in his reviews. The viral video has raised safety concerns and questions about Google’s latest foldable phone.

  • Apple iPhone 17 vs Google Pixel 10: How the two phones compare

    While the designs stay familiar, the 2025 flagships double down on performance, camera versatility, and AI smarts — making this one of the closest head-to-heads between Cupertino and Mountain View in years.

  • Google may ditch Samsung for Mediatek for the Pixel 11 series

    Barely a month after the Pixel 10 hit shelves, early leaks have surfaced about its successor — and Google might be preparing a big under-the-hood shift for the Pixel 11.

  • Google Pixel Watch to test high blood pressure screening through Fitbit study

    Google is preparing a Fitbit Hypertension Study to explore blood pressure screening with the Pixel Watch, potentially setting the stage for a health feature to rival Apple Watch’s hypertension notifications.

  • Google’s Pixel Buds Pro 2 update brings AirPods-style features

    The Pixel Buds Pro 2 are finally starting to feel “Pro.” Google’s latest firmware update brings adaptive sound, noise protection, and even gesture-based controls to its flagship earbuds.

  • Google Pixel 10 Pro review: All about AI and not cameras

    The Pixel 10 Pro is a fascinating phone because it marks a philosophical shift. Google isn’t gunning for the “best camera phone” badge anymore — that crown has already slipped. Instead, it’s chasing the “best AI phone” title.

  • Google pulls Daily Hub AI feature from Pixel 10 weeks after launch

    Google has pulled the AI-powered Daily Hub feature from Pixel 10 phones just weeks after launch, citing the need to improve performance and personalisation. The feature will return in an enhanced form at a later date.

  • Pixel 10 teardown shows that Google has made it easier to change battery

    The Pixel 10 teardown reveals a new battery removal system designed to improve repairability. The phone features a dual-entry design that allows users to remove the back plate without heat and replace the battery without taking out the display. 

  • 10 years of Google Pixel: The 'camera king' that hasn't mastered the game of phones

    Ten years in, the Pixel story is one of photographic brilliance without dominance. Google changed how we take photos but never cracked how to sell phones at scale

  • Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold, Pixel Watch 4 may not be available until October due to production delays

    Google Pixel 10 series is set to be introduced on August 20, comprising the standard Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL, and Pixel 10 Pro Fold. However, a new report suggests that supply chain problems could delay the availability of the Pixel 10 Pro Fold for the initial weeks.

  • Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold 5G launching on August 20: Here’s what to expect

    Google is all set to launch its next-generation foldable, the Pixel 10 Pro Fold 5G, in India on August 20, 2025, alongside the Pixel 10 series. With a refined design, improved durability, and powered by the new Tensor G5 chip, the Pixel Fold is shaping up to be Google’s rival to Samsung and others in the foldable race. Here’s everything we know so far:

  • Google Pixel 6a bursts into flames just inches away from user while he was sleeping

    A Google Pixel 6a reportedly caught fire while charging just 40cm away from a sleeping user. The incident damaged the room and raised serious concerns about battery safety. Here's what happened and what the user experienced.

  • Google confirms design of upcoming Pixel 10 Pro ahead of August launch

    The Pixel 10 series will be unveiled at the ‘Made By Google’ event next month. The company has now posted a teaser for the Pixel 10 Pro, which shows the design of the smartphone featuring a shiny side frame and rounded edges.

  • Google Pixel 10 Series: Expected India price, specs and design leaks

    Google is set to launch the Pixel 10 series on August 20 at its 'Made by Google' event in New York. The Pixel 10 lineup is expected to include four models: Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL, and Pixel 10 Pro Fold. This mirrors last year's Pixel 9 series, continuing the company's shift to an earlier launch timeline, likely to stay ahead of Apple’s iPhone 17 launch in September.

  • Google confirms launch date for Pixel 10 series phones: All the details

    With the Apple iPhone 17 series expected in September, Google’s August launch positions it to grab attention early and set the tone for the second half of 2025.

  • Google Pixel 10 prototype with telephoto sensor and Tensor G5 SoC spotted on Chinese auction site

    Multiple photos of an alleged prototype of the Pixel 10 were listed on a Chinese auction site, revealing its design alongside its chipset details. It also showcases the camera module of the device, which hints at a triple rear camera setup for the first time in a base Pixel smartphone.

  • Google is offering a free battery fix or Rs 8,500 for these Pixel phone users in India: Check eligibility and other details

    The move comes as the company attempts to address long-standing concerns about the device’s thermal and power efficiency.

  • Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold may feature slimmer hinge and IP68 rating: All the details

    Google’s upcoming flagship foldable smartphone, the Pixel 10 Pro Fold, is expected to feature a slimmer hinge, allowing for a slightly larger cover display. Moreover, it could be one of the first foldable smartphones to offer an IP68-rated build.

  • Google Pixel 9a Review: Compact but mighty for the Android purists

    I have been using the Pixel 9a for a month now — long enough to know where it shines, where it compromises, and who it’s really meant for. So, is it the best compact phone you can buy under Rs 50,000? Read the review to find out.

  • iPhone 17 may look a lot like Pixel and Google is already joking about it

    Instead of the usual layout, Apple seems to be going for a horizontal camera bar across the back, which looks a lot like what Google Pixel phones have had for years.

  • Google looks to shift Pixel production to India amid tariff pressures

    Google is looking at this potential shift, primarily due to the tariff threats from the US, which has proposed a 46% levy on imports from Vietnam, compared to 26% from India.

  • Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold may not look too different from Pixel 9 Pro Fold, new renders reveal

    The Pixel 10 Pro Fold, codenamed Rango, is set to retain much of its predecessor’s look, the report claims. The camera module appears to be the same size, which suggests Google may not be making big changes to the camera sensors either

  • From Deep Research to Memory Management: The 6 important AI features on Pixel phones

    Google has introduced several updates to its Gemini AI assistant on Pixel devices, aimed at making AI features more mainstream.

  • Google Pixel’s Emergency SOS features sends nudes of a man to contacts in a shocking glitch

    A Google Pixel user accidentally triggered the Emergency SOS feature, which then sent nude photos to his contacts. The feature automatically shared photos along with emergency alerts, leading to an embarrassing situation.

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