Pixel 10 series and more debut at Made by Google 2025

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At its Made by Google 2025 event, the company pulled back the curtain on its newest lineup of Pixel devices. 

That included the flagship Pixel 10 series, a refreshed Pixel Watch 4, a new pair of Pixel Buds 2a, and even some magnetic charging accessories to tie it all together.

At first glance, it might not look like the kind of year where you’d feel the itch to upgrade. The designs are familiar, the hardware changes subtly. 

But dig deeper, and you’ll see Google is betting big on AI, wireless charging, and ecosystem polish to keep Pixel owners hooked. 

Whether you’re running an older Pixel or just thinking about dipping into Google’s Pixel lineup for the first time, there’s more here than meets the eye.

Here’s a breakdown of everything that was announced.

Pixel 10 Pro XL: same sleek look, smarter inside

The Pixel 10 Pro XL doesn’t get any major overhaul. On the outside, it looks nearly identical to last year’s Pixel 9 Pro XL. 

Google has refined its design language into something that feels premium and sturdy: Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on both sides, an aluminum frame, and IP68 water resistance.

Up front, you’re still getting a 6.8-inch Super Actua display, now brighter at 3,300 nits peak brightness, enough to make it sunlight-readable. 

Under the hood, Google’s new Tensor G5 processor, built on TSMC’s 3nm process, promises better sustained performance and pairs with 16GB of RAM for years of smooth performance.

The camera system carries over from last year, a 50MP main, 48MP ultrawide, and 48MP 5x telephoto, but gets an AI boost. 

Thanks to ProRes Zoom and smarter computational photography, the company says you can now push zoom up to 100x with cleaner results.

Where the Pro XL truly gets an upgrade is battery and charging. It packs a 5,200mAh cell, supports 45W wired charging, and finally embraces Qi2 wireless charging at up to 25W. 

That means magnets and magnetic accessories, no extra case required.

Starting at $1,200 with 256GB of storage, the Pixel 10 Pro XL comes in Moonstone, Jade, Porcelain, and Obsidian shades. 

Preorders are live now, with in-store availability on August 28th.

Pixel 10 Pro: smaller, cheaper, powerful

For those who prefer a slightly smaller device, the Pixel 10 Pro keeps things compact with a 6.3-inch Super Actua display and a 4,870mAh battery. 

You’re still getting Tensor G5, 16GB of RAM, and seven years of updates. However, wireless charging tops out at 15W instead of 25W, and wired speeds stay at 30W.

It also starts at a more affordable $999, with 128GB of storage included.

Pixel 10: the value pick with a twist

This year’s vanilla model is the sleeper hit of the lineup. At $799, it undercuts the Pros while offering a lot of their best tricks. 

You get the Tensor G5 chip, seven years of updates. And for the first time on a base Pixel, you get a triple-camera system: a 48MP main sensor, a 13MP ultrawide, and a 10.8MP telephoto.

It flaunts a 6.3-inch Actua display with 3,000 nits of peak brightness, a 4,970mAh battery, and Qi2 charging at 15W. The new Indigo color is a nostalgic callback to the “Really Blue” Pixel from the previous generation.

Pixel 10 Pro Fold: a foldable that finally feels ready

Google’s foldable is back, and better. The Pixel 10 Pro Fold arrives on October 9th with some meaningful upgrades:

• A larger 6.4-inch cover display with slimmer bezels and the same 8-inch inner display as before
• A 5,015mAh battery (probably enough for all-day foldable use)
• IP68 dust and water resistance, which is a first for foldables
• Tensor G5 + 16GB RAM + 256GB base storage

It starts at $1,800, available in Jade and Moonstone colorways.

Pixel Buds 2a: budget-friendly, now with ANC

Google’s most affordable earbuds finally get active noise cancellation. The company says the new Pixel Buds 2a are lighter, more comfortable, and run on Google’s new Tensor A1 chip. 

They promise seven hours of listening (20 hours with the case), plus Gemini AI integration for voice control.

At $130, they’ll land in Iris and Hazel shades on October 9th.

Pixel Watch 4: brighter, smarter, longer lasting

The Pixel Watch 4 keeps the familiar rounded design but shrinks bezels by 16%, adds a new Actua 360 display with 3,000 nits brightness, and extends battery life by 25% (up to 40 hours on the larger 45mm model).

It’s powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon W5 Gen 2, with new health and emergency features baked in.

The 41mm version starts at $350, and the 45mm at $399. LTE options cost $449 for 41mm and $499 for 45mm. They will be available from October 9th.

Other announcements

Pixel Buds Pro 2 update

Even last year’s Pixel Buds Pro 2 are getting some love. A software update arriving in September brings Adaptive Audio, Noise Protection, and new gesture controls (like nodding to answer calls).

Pixelsnap accessories

To tie it all together, Google announced a family of Pixelsnap magnetic accessories. From $30 ring grips to $70 wireless stands, they’re all built on the new Qi2 magnetic charging standard.

The AI era of Pixel

If there was one theme throughout the event, it was AI. From Magic Cue, a contextual assistant that feeds you info before you ask, to smarter camera coaching, journaling tools, and even an AI health coach on the Pixel Watch 4, Google is weaving Gemini into every device.

Is Google’s focus on AI integration across the Pixel lineup enough to compete with Apple’s ecosystem dominance? Do you think the Pixel 10’s triple-camera system at $799 makes it the sweet spot in Google’s lineup, or are the Pro models worth the extra cost for wireless charging speeds? Tell us below in the comments, or reach us via our Twitter or Facebook.