I’m what you might call the “Pixel guy” around here. When the Google Pixel 10 series launched, I was, as you can imagine, pretty excited. And for good reason! These are fantastic phones. From the standard Pixel 10 to the Pixel 10 Pro XL and even to the outrageously expensive Pixel 10 Pro Fold, Google has delivered a lineup that is refined, intelligent, and a joy to use.
I’ve already bought the Pixel 10 Pro, and I have a strong feeling it will be my pick for the best phone of 2025. But as much as I love it, I can’t shake the feeling that something’s missing. Actually, five somethings are missing.
What do you most wish the Pixel 10 series had? 27 votes A silicon-carbon battery 37 % Even faster charging speeds 7 % A better GPU 22 % 256GB of storage at the minimum 22 % Universal VoLTE support 4 % Something else (Post a comment) 7 %
Essentially, these are the features Google could have included but chose to skip. They aren’t dealbreakers for me, personally. However, they represent missed opportunities — chances for Google to not just compete, but to truly lead the pack.
So, let’s dive into the five features I desperately wish the Pixel 10 had. Maybe, just maybe, someone at Google is taking notes for the Pixel 11.
Next-generation batteries are here, but not for the Pixel
Robert Triggs / Android Authority
Let’s start with the single most important aspect of any portable electronic device: battery life. My phone, my laptop, my smartwatch — I want every gadget in my life to last as long as possible so I’m not constantly tethered to a wall outlet. That’s why the first thing on my wishlist is something that sounds like it’s straight out of a chemistry lesson: silicon-carbon batteries.
For the better part of 30 years, our phones have relied on rechargeable lithium-ion batteries. It’s a proven technology that’s relatively cheap and efficient. But the industry is on the cusp of a major shift. Huge advancements have been made with a new battery chemistry that uses silicon-carbon, and it offers two game-changing advantages.
Honestly, why doesn't the Pixel 10 series feature silicon-carbon batteries?
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