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Among all of the software goodies introduced on the Pixel 10 series, one of my personal favorites is the new “Screen Saver” feature. When your Pixel 10 is charging, Screen Saver can display the current time, weather, and other information as an ambient, pseudo-smart display screen. It’s basically Google’s version of Standby Mode that was added to the iPhone in 2023.
However, Screen Saver works a bit differently and with some additional customization options, as you might expect from Google/Android.
If you just picked up a Pixel 10 and want to use Screen Saver yourself — or you’re just curious about how it works — here’s everything you need to know.
Do you like the Pixel 10's Screen Saver feature? 122 votes Yes! I think it looks great. 60 % It's OK, but I wish it could do more/had more to customize. 26 % No, I'm not a fan. 6 % Other (let us know in the comments). 8 %
How to turn on and customize Screen Saver on the Pixel 10
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No matter which version of the Pixel 10 you have — whether it’s the base Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL, or the Pixel 10 Pro Fold — you can use Screen Saver. Unlike Apple’s Standby Mode, which only works with iPhone Pro models, it’s a nice touch that Screen Saver works with the entire Pixel 10 series.
Getting started with Screen Saver is pretty straightforward. You should see a pop-up for the feature the first time you put your Pixel 10 on the charger, but if that doesn’t happen — or if you accidentally dismiss the pop-up — here’s how to find your Screen Saver settings at any time: Open the Settings app. Tap Display & touch. Scroll down the page until you see the Appearance section. Tap Screen saver.
From here, the first thing you’ll want to do is ensure the “Use screen saver” toggle at the top of the page is turned on. Once it is, Screen Saver is officially enabled. While you could stop there, it’s worth exploring the other settings on this page to configure Screen Saver to your exact preferences.
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