Pixel 10 leak hints at Qi2 charging

Leaks suggest Google's Pixel 10 may use a Pixel Snap case with a magnetic charging ring.

Pixel 10 Leaks Hint at Qi2 Magnetic Charging

A Dutch tech site NieuweMobiel shared images that appear to show Pixel Snap cases with a central ring, hinting at support for the Qi2 wireless charging standard. The leak aligns with a prior report of a wireless charging puck and suggests Google could enable Qi2 through built in magnets or a magnetized accessory. Colors mentioned for the standard Pixel 10 include blue, black, green and light blue, while the Pro models are said to come in gray, green and white. This sets the stage for a broader accessory story around the Pixel lineup.

If confirmed, the feature would place Pixel among a small group of Android phones with true magnetic charging, a capability most devices rely on optional accessories to achieve. The leak also underscores Google’s push toward an ecosystem that ties hardware design to charging and case options ahead of the official launch next week.

The leak points to a broader shift in device design where charging is not just a port but a system built around magnets and cases. If Pixel 10 adopts Qi2 magnets, Google could leverage accessory partnerships to differentiate the phone and speed up adoption of its new ecosystem. The move would put pressure on rivals to offer comparable magnet friendly options and could complicate compatibility for buyers who mix and match cases and chargers. Leaks are a preview, not proof, but they reveal Google’s likely bets on how much of a product experience the company wants to control.

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The launch will reveal how far Google is willing to push its ecosystem beyond the core phone.