Google Pixel 10 series

[limmk]

Don't have.

Another way is to uninstall and reinstall the camera app

 

[joesph]

no, pixelstand3 pixel stand 3 (Pixelsnap charger with stand) doesn't unlock pixelstand functions, now uploading YouTube


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[Loser]

Another way is to uninstall and reinstall the camera app

I tried that and it successfully installed back the old version.

@froztheart I meant not the latest version but still same version as before reinstall.

 

[limmk]

 

[limmk]

For the past few weeks, we’ve been thoroughly exploring all three of the new Google Pixel 10 models across the Android Authority team and have come to the joint conclusion that battery life could, frankly, be better. Thankfully, we’ve all been reaching the end of most days without desperately dashing for a charger. However, some models are definitely better than others, and the phones certainly haven’t closed the gap on rivals that offer longer screen-on-time.

Surprisingly, despite its larger battery, the Pixel 10 Pro XL has fared worse in our testing than the two smaller handsets. Anecdotally, we’ve struggled to reach much beyond four hours of screen-on time with the XL, while the regular Pixel 10 and Pixel 10 Pro manage closer to five hours — or even a little more with lighter use. That’s a pretty significant discrepancy, and one we certainly didn’t expect.

Pixel battery life has only ever been passable at best, the 10 series doesn't fix that.​

Compounding our sense of disappointment is that pre-launch expectations were high. Google’s switch to TSMC’s smaller and more efficient 3nm process (from last year’s 4nm Samsung Foundry chips) was supposed to bring major power savings for the Tensor G5, putting it closer to the efficiency we expect from Apple and Qualcomm. Pair that with slightly larger batteries across the Pixel 10 lineup, and it looked like battery life might finally take a decent step, if not a leap, forward.

Unfortunately, that hasn’t been the case. While the Pixel 10 models sometimes outperform their predecessors, they also fall short in other scenarios. Our test suite paints a mixed picture.

Our data shows gains in web browsing and 4K video playback, pointing to efficiency improvements in the Tensor G5’s CPU and video decoder for lighter tasks. However, in more CPU-heavy workloads, like Zoom calls and 4K recording, both the Pixel 10 and Pro XL perform worse than last year’s models. Camera endurance is also weaker on the 10 Pro XL, though roughly the same on the Pixel 10 compared to the Pixel 9. This inconsistency aligns with the mixed day-to-day results we’ve experienced.

Perhaps the most concerning trend across all of these results is that the Pixel 10 outperforms the Pixel 10 Pro XL, except for 4K capture. The bigger and more pixel-dense display, 120Hz adaptive display enabled by default, and perhaps memory or other hardware differences could all contribute. Maybe some of the new AI tools are eating away at whatever efficiency gains Google managed to make? Whatever the cause, our hands-on use makes it clear: the Pixel 10 Pro XL doesn’t deliver the strong battery life its size suggests.

As always, treat these battery life benchmarks as rough estimates rather than absolute values. Throw in background tasks, browsing different sites, or dubious cell reception; the results will skew a bit. That said, there are some clear trends, and none of them paint the Pixel 10 series in a particularly great light.

Should you still buy a Pixel 10?​

None of this is to say you shouldn’t buy a Pixel 10. For most people, a full day of use is enough. But you should carefully consider battery life before spending your hard-earned cash — especially given the fact that the Pixel 10 series remains slow to charge. The most demanding users may find that these handsets struggle to keep up.

In our time with the phones, the Pixel 10 and 10 Pro usually reach the end of the day with a little power left in the tank, but neither has managed to make it meaningfully into a second day without recharging. That’s fine, but far from impressive compared to rival phones at similar price points. The Pixel 10 Pro XL is more worrying: while it generally can power through, it often dips below 20% and Battery Saver mode kicks in before we’re ready to call it a day. For anyone needing five or more hours of screen time each day, the XL might not be a dependable choice.

Pixel battery life is only going to get worse with age.​

Yes, you can carry a power bank or top up occasionally, but there’s another concern. Google’s Battery Health Assistant will start slowly capping the phone’s peak battery capacity after as few as 200 charge cycles — well within the first year of use. What is just about acceptable today will feel frustratingly inadequate in two years. If you plan on keeping your Pixel 10 for the long haul, just factor in the likelihood of one or two battery replacements over its promised seven-year support cycle.

 

[TomCool]

Every battery life is only going to get worse with age.

 

[FatalethaL]

Every battery life is only going to get worse with age.

Yah boy, as it is with any other phones out there.

 

[masashi]

For the past few weeks, we’ve been thoroughly exploring all three of the new Google Pixel 10 models across the Android Authority team and have come to the joint conclusion that battery life could, frankly, be better. Thankfully, we’ve all been reaching the end of most days without desperately dashing for a charger. However, some models are definitely better than others, and the phones certainly haven’t closed the gap on rivals that offer longer screen-on-time.

Surprisingly, despite its larger battery, the Pixel 10 Pro XL has fared worse in our testing than the two smaller handsets. Anecdotally, we’ve struggled to reach much beyond four hours of screen-on time with the XL, while the regular Pixel 10 and Pixel 10 Pro manage closer to five hours — or even a little more with lighter use. That’s a pretty significant discrepancy, and one we certainly didn’t expect.

Pixel battery life has only ever been passable at best, the 10 series doesn't fix that.​

Compounding our sense of disappointment is that pre-launch expectations were high. Google’s switch to TSMC’s smaller and more efficient 3nm process (from last year’s 4nm Samsung Foundry chips) was supposed to bring major power savings for the Tensor G5, putting it closer to the efficiency we expect from Apple and Qualcomm. Pair that with slightly larger batteries across the Pixel 10 lineup, and it looked like battery life might finally take a decent step, if not a leap, forward.

Unfortunately, that hasn’t been the case. While the Pixel 10 models sometimes outperform their predecessors, they also fall short in other scenarios. Our test suite paints a mixed picture.

Our data shows gains in web browsing and 4K video playback, pointing to efficiency improvements in the Tensor G5’s CPU and video decoder for lighter tasks. However, in more CPU-heavy workloads, like Zoom calls and 4K recording, both the Pixel 10 and Pro XL perform worse than last year’s models. Camera endurance is also weaker on the 10 Pro XL, though roughly the same on the Pixel 10 compared to the Pixel 9. This inconsistency aligns with the mixed day-to-day results we’ve experienced.

Perhaps the most concerning trend across all of these results is that the Pixel 10 outperforms the Pixel 10 Pro XL, except for 4K capture. The bigger and more pixel-dense display, 120Hz adaptive display enabled by default, and perhaps memory or other hardware differences could all contribute. Maybe some of the new AI tools are eating away at whatever efficiency gains Google managed to make? Whatever the cause, our hands-on use makes it clear: the Pixel 10 Pro XL doesn’t deliver the strong battery life its size suggests.

As always, treat these battery life benchmarks as rough estimates rather than absolute values. Throw in background tasks, browsing different sites, or dubious cell reception; the results will skew a bit. That said, there are some clear trends, and none of them paint the Pixel 10 series in a particularly great light.

Should you still buy a Pixel 10?​

None of this is to say you shouldn’t buy a Pixel 10. For most people, a full day of use is enough. But you should carefully consider battery life before spending your hard-earned cash — especially given the fact that the Pixel 10 series remains slow to charge. The most demanding users may find that these handsets struggle to keep up.

In our time with the phones, the Pixel 10 and 10 Pro usually reach the end of the day with a little power left in the tank, but neither has managed to make it meaningfully into a second day without recharging. That’s fine, but far from impressive compared to rival phones at similar price points. The Pixel 10 Pro XL is more worrying: while it generally can power through, it often dips below 20% and Battery Saver mode kicks in before we’re ready to call it a day. For anyone needing five or more hours of screen time each day, the XL might not be a dependable choice.

Pixel battery life is only going to get worse with age.​

Yes, you can carry a power bank or top up occasionally, but there’s another concern. Google’s Battery Health Assistant will start slowly capping the phone’s peak battery capacity after as few as 200 charge cycles — well within the first year of use. What is just about acceptable today will feel frustratingly inadequate in two years. If you plan on keeping your Pixel 10 for the long haul, just factor in the likelihood of one or two battery replacements over its promised seven-year support cycle.

Kinda expected. They're paying for the software. Not for great hardware.

 

[kanashii23]

GG . Use Hoda and Pixel Case . drop when opening the car door. height less than 20cm. Hoda crack.

 

[limmk]

Kinda expected. They're paying for the software. Not for great hardware.

This year the Pixel not flagship — it’s clownship

 

[Loser]

Kinda expected. They're paying for the software. Not for great hardware.

I beg to differ on that front also, software still very buggy not like it's very polished. Daily usage sure will encounter many small bugs (like the Google search widget won't begin search even after pressing search button etc.) .

In the end i think we're really paying for Google's vision of Android OS and be at the forefront of integration between the various google services as well as Google's A.I.

Also the still photography to some extent.

 

[Loser]

GG . Use Hoda and Pixel Case . drop when opening the car door. height less than 20cm. Hoda crack.

Wa that is painful bro, hoda is like $20+ per piece. R.I.P. to your TGSP but can I ask you for your FR?

Did you buy the AR version? The black border will intrude onto the screen? Fingerprint sensor works well? Oleophobic coating good or not? Is the clarity good? Does it extend to the side of the phone more than usual TGSPs from spigen etc. to have a more seamless look?

Thanks in advance for your input.

 

[froztheart]

This year the Pixel not flagship — it’s clownship

Saded, my first instance of getting Pixel then chibaboomzzzzz.

 

[froztheart]

Wa that is painful bro, hoda is like $20+ per piece. R.I.P. to your TGSP but can I ask you for your FR?

Did you buy the AR version? The black border will intrude onto the screen? Fingerprint sensor works well? Oleophobic coating good or not? Does it extend to the side of the phone more than usual TGSPs from spigen etc. to have a more seamless look?

Thanks in advance for your input.

Sorry, I kepo.
I use matte film, loving it.

 

[Loser]

Sorry, I kepo.
I use matte film, loving it.

Which brand and where did you buy it from?

 

[froztheart]

Which brand and where did you buy it from?

Been buying from this shop named - "Nanotech" on Shopee since I found them while searching for screen protectors for my AW.
Working great, and love the matte feel especially.

They can also custom the films if there's no listings for your devices I believe, IIRC. Not exactly cheap, but happy and feel worth it for me at least.

 

[Loser]

Been buying from this shop named - "Nanotech" on Shopee since I found them while searching for screen protectors for my AW.
Working great, and love the matte feel especially.

They can also custom the films if there's no listings for your devices I believe, IIRC. Not exactly cheap, but happy and feel worth it for me at least.

So it's a plastic film right not tempered glass?

I know the matte feeling and it can be great on other devices but I don't like that it will lower the sharpness of the screen. Plus for me there's no beating the feel of glass.

There's matte TGSP on taobao i think, best of both worlds?

 

[froztheart]

So it's a plastic film right not tempered glass?

I know the matte feeling and it can be great on other devices but I don't like that it will lower the sharpness of the screen. Plus for me there's no beating the feel of glass.

There's matte TGSP on taobao i think, best of both worlds?

Yes, film not TG. Tired of tempered glass. Idk how but mine always breaks easily when I stuff in my bag.
Maybe cause I stack phones together and the pressure when carrying my sling bag cause the TG to break.
Well, I'm fine with the screen looking less sharp for a zero fingerprint screen.

 

[Loser]

Yes, film not TG. Tired of tempered glass. Idk how but mine always breaks easily when I stuff in my bag.
Maybe cause I stack phones together and the pressure when carrying my sling bag cause the TG to break.
Well, I'm fine with the screen looking less sharp for a zero fingerprint screen.

Maybe your LV sling bag the material too solid.

 

[froztheart]

Maybe your LV sling bag the material too solid.

No la, it's just some limited edition NBA sling bag that I got pre-covid. Use 6 years liao hor!
I carry the bag snug so might be why the TG doesn't last.

Branded like LV etc. ain't worth my money, better spent on tech!