Yesterday we heard that Google is preparing a new Pixelsnap brand for magnetic accessories for its upcoming Pixel 10 devices, and we got all excited assuming that meant the phones would have the magnets built-in like iPhones.
Today a new rumor contradicts that, saying that Google’s basically doing what a lot of other Android device makers have done – supporting Qi2 but with the magnets in cases, not the phones themselves. If you’re wondering why every Android OEM seems to be scared to include the magnets in their phones, we don’t know – it doesn’t seem to make any sense, and yet here we are.
Google Pixel 10 Pro leaked renders
So, those Pixelsnap branded chargers and stands will only work with your Pixel 10 if you also use a case with magnets – Google will offer its own, or you can go the third-party route. The charger will allegedly look a lot like Apple’s own MagSafe charger, while the stand will look like the current Pixel Stand 2, with a slot to slide in the Qi2 charger.
Google will unveil the accessories, including the magnet-infused cases, at its Pixel 10 launch event, which is currently rumored to be taking place on August 20.