With the Pixel 10 launch on the horizon, many are feeling a sense of nostalgia reminiscent of the glory days of Nexus devices. Google's new lineup appears to be striving for the betterment of the entire Android ecosystem, reminiscent of its earlier efforts.

Before the Pixel series, Google rolled out Nexus phones annually, primarily aimed at developers to create Android apps. However, these devices evolved to set the stage for significant advancements in Android, such as the adoption of USB-C, fingerprint sensors, and innovative features like Seamless Updates and computational photography.

Transitioning to the Pixel brand, Google's vision shifted from solely developer-focused products to consumer-oriented devices that embodied the user experience they aimed to deliver. Despite this pivot, the spirit of Nexus—setting high standards—has never been far away. Recently, Google has been reasserting its commitment to leading the Android charge with the Pixel series.

The Pixel 8 series marked a pivotal moment with Google's announcement of a groundbreaking commitment: "at least" seven years of security and major OS updates. This bold move not only differentiated Google from competitors but also raised the bar across the Android landscape, prompting industry giants like Samsung to follow suit.

As we look forward to the Pixel 10, there are high hopes for it to continue this trend. One exciting development is the anticipated support for Qi2 wireless charging. Despite a rocky start with Qi2 adoption, where only the upcoming HMD Skyline had made the leap and Samsung’s efforts seemed lackluster, Google aims to embrace this standard with Pixel 10.

This is significant not just for Pixel consumers, who may benefit from an enriched ecosystem dubbed "Pixelsnap," but for the broader Android market. With a key player like Google backing Qi2, all Android manufacturers gain a compelling reason to adopt the standard, emphasizing competition rather than mere imitation of Apple.”},{