In 2024, I wrote a very strong recommendation for the Pixel 9 Pro XL and called it “my favourite Android ever.” A year later, my sentiments have changed; however, they weren’t replaced by Google’s latest offering, the Pixel 10 Pro XL. (I reviewed the Pixel 10 Pro XL, but I’ll call it the 10 Pro for simplicity from here on out. Plus, most of what I have to say also applies to the smaller 10 Pro.) While the Mountain View tech giant’s flagship offers a solid experience, when other companies work towards innovation, the 10 Pro is more like a misstep towards perfection.

After the solid Pixel 9 Pro XL, I wanted Google to make a better version for 2025, or elevate it with a new gimmick, but the tenth Pixel isn’t too different from the ninth. And while there are some improvements, they’re barely

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