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Google’s Pixel 10 Cases Leak Confirms Qi2 Magnetic Charging, Fold Model Delayed to October

Leaked cases suggest first-party magnetic ecosystem for Pixel 10 devices as non-fold models gear up for late-August launch.

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Overview

  • Pixelsnap case leaks reveal built-in magnetic rings for the new Qi2 wireless charging standard, marking Google’s first-party embrace of magnetic accessory support.
  • Retail listings corroborate case colorways for Pixel 10 (Indigo, Obsidian, Limoncello, Frost) and Pixel 10 Pro/Pro XL (Moonstone, Jade, Porcelain) with soft-silicone, recycled-content construction and microfiber lining.
  • Tipster Evan Blass and multiple sources report that the Pixel 10 Pro Fold will be Qi2-compliant but won’t reach stores until October 9, while the standard Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro and Pro XL start shipping in late August.
  • A leaked WinFuture spec sheet indicates the Pro Fold will feature IP68 dust/water resistance, UFS 4.0 storage, a 5,015 mAh battery, Tensor G5 chipset and up to 15 W Qi2 wireless charging.
  • Google’s Pixelsnap accessory lineup—charging puck, charger with stand and ring stand—is expected to debut alongside the Pixel 10 series to leverage the new magnetic charging ecosystem.