Revolutionizing Intelligence: The Evolution of the Smartphone

Design and display: Bringing the polish

The overall look and feel of the Pixel 10 Pro and Pro XL haven’t changed much since last year. You still get polished aluminum sides sandwiched by slabs of Gorilla Glass Victus 2 and an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance. The main differences are a slightly updated lineup of colors (moonstone, jade, porcelain and obsidian) and a switch from a matte to shiny finish on the back. This is a small bummer for me as I prefer the soft-touch feel of its predecessors. The pale gold frame on the jade model is a nice touch, even if I would have preferred a richer shade of green.

The Pixel 10 Pro and Pro XL’s 120Hz OLED screens have gotten a touch brighter, now topping out at 3,300 nits (up from 3,000). This makes them a bit easier to see outside in direct sunlight while retaining the gorgeous vivid colors we’ve enjoyed on Google’s phones since switching to its Super Actua-branded displays. And with the screens themselves coming in at 6.3- and 6.8-inches, there’s no deviation in sizing either.

My one small gripe is that at least in the US, the Pixel 10 family is now eSIM-only. As someone who prefers the convenience of being able to swap mobile networks at a moment’s notice, I really wish Google hadn’t. But ever since Apple made a similar switch back on the iPhone 14, this was bound to happen at some point. Like microSD card expandability and 3.5mm audio, physical sims have become another endangered feature on the brink of extinction.

Performance: The Tensor G5 is faster but not quite peak

With Google’s focus on AI performance, the everyday speed of its phones has always lagged a touch behind other Android flagships. However, thanks to the Tensor G5, the Pixel 10 line has closed that gap considerably due to CPUs that are more than 30 percent faster than before. Even without the ability to run some of our traditional tests like Geekbench 6 (which on Pixels often can’t be installed prior to a device’s official on-sale date), I noticed significantly shorter loading times in some of my favorite games.

Experience the Future with the Pixel 10 Pro and Pro XL

Magic Cue may have its limitations, but with the Pixel 10 Pro and Pro XL, it feels like we finally have access to futuristic technology that can help us stay organized in our daily lives. These devices bring to mind the omniscient computers often seen in sci-fi shows and movies, now available in a handheld device.

One of the standout features of these new smartphones is their support for high-resolution portraits and an AI-powered zoom that surpasses the capabilities of traditional optics. This combination results in some of the most versatile mobile cameras on the market, offering unparalleled image quality.

Additionally, the Pixel 10 Pro and Pro XL come equipped with a range of Google tools and features that enhance the user experience. From the Pixel Recorder to the Call Screener, these devices are packed with useful functionalities that make everyday tasks easier and more efficient.

For those considering an upgrade, the Pixel 10 Pro and Pro XL are the smartest choices available. Unless you have specific needs such as gaming, high-level content creation, or stylus support, these new handsets from Google offer the perfect balance of performance and features for everyday users.

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