Pixel 10 Pro: 10 Hidden Features You Need to Know
Pixel 10 Pro: two Features That Will Change How You Use Your Phone
After a week of rigorous testing with the Pixel 10 Pro and Pixel 10 Pro XL, I’m ready to share some initial thoughts on Google’s latest flagship. While a full review is still in the works, I wanted to highlight two features that instantly stood out and have genuinely enhanced my daily mobile experience: the groundbreaking 100x Pro Res Zoom and the seamless integration of Qi2 with magnets.
Seeing the Unseen: 100x Pro Res Zoom
The Pixel 10 Pro introduces a feature that feels like something out of a science fiction movie: 100x Pro Res Zoom. This isn’t just your average digital zoom; it leverages AI to intelligently enhance distant objects, bringing them into focus with surprising clarity.
I was skeptical at first. could AI really fill in the gaps and create a usable image at such extreme zoom levels? The answer, surprisingly, is yes.While it’s not perfect – it struggles with text and human faces,sometiems rendering them with that telltale AI “alien font speak” – for capturing distant objects,it’s a game-changer.
Imagine needing a clearer shot of a landmark across town or wanting to decipher a sign from afar. The 100x Pro Res Zoom can work wonders. The AI processing cleans up the image, revealing details you wouldn’t beleive were there.
How to unlock the magic:
- Open your Pixel 10 pro camera app.
- Zoom in to 30x on your desired object.
- Continue zooming to 100x.
- If you don’t see the option to zoom to 100x,navigate to your camera settings and find “Model download.” Download the Pro Res Zoom model.
Magnetic Attraction: Qi2 and the Ecosystem of Accessories
The second feature that has me genuinely excited is the inclusion of Qi2 magnets.This seemingly small addition unlocks a world of possibilities and brings the Pixel 10 Pro in line with the convenience offered by MagSafe on iPhones.
For years, I’ve carried a Peak Design ”Slim Wallet” with MagSafe magnets. When testing iPhones, it effortlessly snaps onto the back, streamlining my essentials. But when switching back to Android, the wallet would retreat to my back pocket. Now, with the Pixel 10 pro, that wallet has found a permanent home on the back of my phone. No case required.
Beyond wallets, the Qi2 magnets have breathed new life into my collection of MagSafe chargers. Previously relegated to my desk and bedside table after my time with the pixel 9 Pro, they are now back in action, providing a secure and efficient charging experience.
This integration has sparked a renewed interest in exploring the world of magnetic accessories. Do I need a new wallet? A magnetic portable charger? A