Google’s new Pixel 10 is more than an incremental upgrade; it’s a fundamental shift in how a smartphone can assist you, thanks to a feature called “Magic Cue.” This on-device Gemini AI system is designed to think one step ahead, anticipating your needs by intelligently connecting information you already have.
Powered by the Tensor G5 chip, Magic Cue operates like a hyper-aware personal assistant. The system can, for example, detect that you’re about to call a hotel and preemptively pull up your reservation details from an email. When a friend texts “Brunch on Sunday?”, Magic Cue can simultaneously show you nearby cafes on Maps and your Calendar availability for that day, all within your message thread.
This level of proactive assistance is what analysts refer to as “agentic AI,” a long-promised feature that Google is now delivering. The key is Google’s ability to leverage its ecosystem of heavily used apps. By drawing this data together in a more helpful way, the Pixel 10 aims to save you time and mental energy throughout your day.
While this AI is the main story, it’s supported by a powerful new lineup of hardware, including phones with advanced telephoto cameras and a more durable folding model. The entire ecosystem, down to the new Watch 4 and Buds 2a, is built around this principle of proactive, AI-driven assistance.
