Week 33 Tech Roundup: Google’s Final Pixel 10 Teasers and OnePlus Teases the Blackest Phone Ever

Google Pixel 10: As August winds down, the smartphone world is buzzing with anticipation for Google’s August 20 event and tantalizing glimpses of OnePlus’s darkest creation yet.

Google Pixel 10: The Leaks That Won’t Stop

With just days until Google’s Made by Google event on August 20, the Pixel 10 series has become the worst-kept secret in tech. This week brought another deluge of renders and specifications, leaving virtually nothing to the imagination for next week’s announcement.

Prolific leaker Evan Blass delivered what might be the final nail in the coffin of Google’s surprise factor, posting an extensive gallery of 66 official-looking renders showcasing the Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, and Pixel 10 Pro XL in every expected colorway. The leaked images confirm that Google is sticking with the Pixel 9’s design language for another generation – a move that’s either playing it safe or showing confidence in a winning formula.

What’s New (And What’s Not)

The renders reveal four distinct color options for the base Pixel 10: Obsidian, Indigo, Frost, and Lemongrass, while the Pro models will sport Obsidian, Porcelain, Moonstone, and the eye-catching Jade option. Interestingly, the Jade colorway appears to be exclusive to the Pixel 10 Pro XL, marking a rare instance of Google offering a truly vibrant color option for its premium devices.

Under the hood, the real excitement lies with the TSMC-manufactured Tensor G5 chip built on a 3nm process – potentially Google’s first truly competitive flagship processor. Battery improvements are also confirmed, with the Pixel 10 getting a 4,942 mAh battery (up from 4,558 mAh), the 10 Pro receiving 4,707 mAh (vs 4,558 mAh), and the 10 Pro XL packing 5,078 mAh (compared to 4,942 mAh).

One potential disappointment: while Qi2 magnetic wireless charging was heavily rumored to be built into the phones, latest leaks suggest this feature will only be available through optional cases – a missed opportunity for Google to lead the Android charge into Apple’s MagSafe territory.

Pricing and Availability

Leaked pricing suggests the Pro models will see a $100 bump, likely starting at $1,099 to account for increased base storage, while the standard Pixel 10 is expected to maintain its $799 starting price. Pre-orders are anticipated to open immediately following the August 20 announcement, with devices shipping as early as August 28.

OnePlus 15: Embracing the Void

While Google prepares for its near-term launch, OnePlus is already generating buzz for its next-generation flagship with promises of the “blackest black we’ve ever seen on a smartphone, so black in fact that it will resemble a black hole.”

SuperBlack: More Than Just Marketing

According to noted leaker Digital Chat Station, OnePlus is focusing heavily on the CMF (Color, Material, Finish) of the upcoming OnePlus 15, with engineering prototypes showcasing an innovative new design and highly light-absorbent material for the rear panel. Early reports from those who’ve seen the prototype describe it as “far better looking than imagined” – high praise for what could be a genuinely revolutionary aesthetic achievement.

This “SuperBlack” color option represents more than just another paint job. In an era where smartphone colors have become increasingly conservative, OnePlus appears to be pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with materials science to create something that truly stands out in a crowded market.

Design Revolution

The OnePlus 15 isn’t just about color innovation. The device is rumored to feature a significant redesign compared to its predecessor, with the large round camera island being replaced with a rectangular module that will be left-aligned at the top of its rear panel. The phone is expected to sport a 6.78-inch flat LIPO display with a 1.5K resolution and symmetrically thin bezels that will be significantly smaller than those on the OnePlus 13.

Other rumored specifications include the next-generation Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 chipset, a 50MP triple camera system with a periscope lens, and a massive 7,000mAh battery – specs that would position the OnePlus 15 as a serious contender in the premium flagship space.

Cultural Considerations

The jump from OnePlus 13 to OnePlus 15 isn’t a mistake – the company is skipping the number 14 due to cultural beliefs in China where the number “4” is considered unlucky. The OnePlus 15 is expected to launch in China in Q4 2025, with a global release following in late Q4 2025 or early Q1 2026.

The Bigger Picture

Week 33 has highlighted two very different approaches to smartphone innovation. Google appears focused on refinement and ecosystem integration, iterating carefully on a design that works while making meaningful improvements under the hood. OnePlus, meanwhile, is swinging for the fences with bold aesthetic choices and bleeding-edge specifications.

Both strategies have merit in today’s mature smartphone market. Google’s steady evolution appeals to users seeking reliability and consistent software updates, while OnePlus’s more aggressive innovation targets enthusiasts hungry for the next breakthrough moment.

As we approach Google’s August 20 event, the question isn’t whether the Pixel 10 series will be good – the leaks suggest it will be Google’s most complete package yet. The real question is whether incremental improvements will be enough to capture attention in a market increasingly hungry for genuine innovation.

OnePlus’s SuperBlack teaser suggests they’re betting that sometimes, the most powerful statement you can make is embracing the void – literally. Whether that philosophy translates into market success remains to be seen, but it’s certainly captured our attention.

The Google Pixel 10 series launches August 20, while OnePlus 15 details will likely emerge throughout the fall ahead of its expected late 2025 Chinese debut.