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ZDNET's key takeaways
The Google Pixel 10 is expected to receive significant upgrades this year, including a dedicated telephoto lens.
Greater feature parity with the Pro models, combined with no expected price increases, makes the standard Pixel an enticing option.
It still won't be the best option for power users, especially if you want the most capable camera system from Google.
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Google's non-Pro Pixel phone has always been the "safe pick." It's the model I recommend to most users, so long as they can live without the Pro features -- whether that's an extra telephoto camera, more RAM, or better hardware.
Also: This rumored Pixel 10 feature puts Google above Samsung and OnePlus for me - here's why
While there's little left to the imagination as far as what the upcoming Google Pixel 10 phones will look like, if the leaks and rumors are true, there will be a notable shift in dynamics this year. I'll say it now: The Pixel 10, not the Pixel 10 Pro, will be both the safe pick and the best pick in 2025. I'm not alone in that belief, and here's why.
1. A telephoto lens to zoom further
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