Google has unveiled its latest lineup of Pixel phones for 2025, featuring the most advanced technology and a host of exciting features to explore.
Whether you’re upgrading to a Pixel for the first time or considering an upgrade, here are some tips and tricks to help you make the most of the Android 16-based experience offered by the Pixel 10 series.
Most of these tips apply to the entire Pixel 10 line, including the Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL, and Pixel 10 Pro Fold. However, there are some exclusive upgrades covered that are only available on the new Pro models from Google. Keep reading for all the details.
Turn Pro Res Zoom on or off
If you have purchased the Pixel 10 Pro or 10 Pro XL, one of the significant camera upgrades is Pro Res Zoom. This feature enhances the maximum telephoto capture magnification from 30x to an impressive 100x, building on the Super Res Zoom of its predecessors.
If Pro Res Zoom is not enabled by default on your Pixel, you can follow these steps to activate it. Open the Camera app, tap on the Camera Settings icon, tap on the three dots, navigate to Model download, and download Pro Res Zoom. Once downloaded, you can zoom up to 100x. To disable Pro Res Zoom, simply uninstall it from the Model download menu.
Note: If the 100x zoom option does not appear immediately after downloading the model, close the camera app, reopen it, and try zooming in again.
Create a Calling Card
With the Material 3 Expressive design theme on Android 16, Google introduces a new feature called Calling Cards, similar to iOS’ Contact Posters. These personalized full-screen posters for key contacts allow you to choose specific photos and customize font styles and colors.
To create a calling card, open the Contacts app, tap on a contact, choose a photo, customize font styles and colors, and save your calling card.
