Google I/O 2025 showcased AI as the future of Android with product demos, but the Pixel 10 series phones were notably absent.
Focus on mobile users rather than desktop was evident at I/O, with demos featuring advancements on other devices like the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra.
It is speculated that the excitement for the upcoming Pixel 10 series is being saved for a later launch event, although I/O provided insights into the software experience on the devices.
Camera enhancements on the Pixel 10 series will include features like software-assisted low-light capture, camera adjustments, and battery efficiency improvements.
The Pixel 10 series is expected to focus on software-based enhancements rather than significant hardware upgrades, with a spotlight on AI enhancements.
AI improvements showcased at I/O include Veo 3 and Veo 2 models for creating photorealistic videos and image-to-video generation, likely to be integrated into the Pixel camera app.
Project Mariner, backed by AI in the Search app, aims to handle tasks autonomously, shifting the user experience towards an AI-first approach on the Pixel 10 series.
Gemini Live will offer agentic capabilities beyond apps, with plans to enhance conversational tasks and interactions across various apps on the Pixel 10.
The Pixel 10 series may not bring significant design changes but is expected to focus on enhancing the user experience through software and AI advancements.
Google aims to differentiate the Pixel 10 series through software innovations, following a strategy similar to Apple and Samsung by refining hardware and focusing on software experiences.