7 Google Pixel 10 accessories I’d buy again and again

I’m no stranger to buying new phones. The nature of this job means I tend to buy more phones than the average person, largely to keep up with the rapid rate of technological progress.

That churn through devices can tarnish the joy of a new phone just a little bit. But the Pixel 10 Pro has become an exception to that rule.

Not only do I have a new phone to play with, but it has some substantial hardware differences that mean I’m enthusiastic to try out new accessories for the first time in years.

I am talking about Pixelsnap. Google’s version of MagSafe is more than just a gimmick. It represents a whole new way to interact with your phone.

Previous Pixel phones did technically work with magnetic accessories, thanks to some well-placed metal builds. Still, the Pixel 10 is the first time Google’s range has officially included magnetic accessory support.

As such, I’ve found myself curious about the new possibilities offered by this new technology, and I’m buying a whole new suite of accessories for my Pixel 10 Pro.

Here are seven Pixel 10 Pro accessories I would buy again and again.

1

A solid case

Every time I buy a new phone, I always, without fail, forget to buy a new case at the same time. So I spend the first day with my new phone absolutely terrified of every hard surface, fingers clenched tight around the pristine frame.

“Can I see your new phone?” someone will ask. Horrified, I clutch it close to my chest.

“No,” I whisper, aghast that they would ask such a thing of a naked phone.

Alright, so maybe I’m not that bad. But there’s definitely some trepidation when I realize I’ve forgotten to buy a protective case.

So a good, solid case is always the first accessory on my shopping list. I personally lean towards Spigen’s cases, but I’ve used cases from Mous, Ringke, Otterbox, Caseology and more for previous phones, and you’re hard-pressed to go wrong with any of those choices.

I landed on the Spigen Ultra Hybrid MagFit case. The MagFit portion means it can be used with Pixelsnap accessories, and the clear color means I can enjoy the Moonstone colorway I picked out.

Spigen is also extremely well known for its strong protection. The Ultra Hybrid case is a dual-layer case, meaning it combines a hard polycarbonate backplate with an impact-absorbing TPU frame.

It has good protection against most hazards, including drops and bumps, and the TPU edges add some much needed grip to the Pixel 10 Pro. As much as I love the flat metal edges and glass back, it’s an exceptionally slippery combination.

While your needs may be better met by a leather wallet case or a tougher, rugged case, the Spigen Ultra Hybrid MagFit is my pick as a great everyday case — and it’s perfect if you want to get into Pixelsnap, like me.

2

A pair of earphones

After resisting the loss of the headphone jack for longer than I should have, I embraced Bluetooth headphones after my Galaxy Note 20 was delivered with a set of Galaxy Buds. I haven’t looked back since.

I’ve had a set of Pixel Buds Pro in my pocket for a few years now, but when my Pixel 10 Pro pre-order came with a bunch of Google Store credit, it was hard to resist upgrading to the Pixel Buds Pro 2 for a relative pittance.

If you’re a music lover, podcast addict, or audiobook listener, a good pair of Bluetooth earphones are a must.

While you can also own a pair of larger headphones for higher-fidelity music listening, I’ve found there’s no replacement for a good pair of earphones you can keep in your pocket or in a bag.

I’ve lost count of the number of times I’ve popped an earbud in when hanging out some washing, tidying up around the house, or running out to the shops.

While you’re not always going to need them, I put them in at least once a day — and if you get a pair with a transparency setting, you don’t have to lose track of the sounds happening around you.

An exceptionally useful piece of kit, and a great way to use up any Google Store credit you might have if you bought your Pixel through Google.

3

A smartwatch

They’re not for everyone, but I do love a smartwatch. While they’re not something I wear all the time, they’re an accessory I recommend to anyone who wants to become a little more detached from their smartphone.

You might think that seems counterproductive, but having a smartwatch means you can at least monitor your notifications as they’re coming in, so you know you’re not missing anything actually important, allowing you to overcome any FOMO from not having your phone nearby.

I own a Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic, but if I were looking for a new smartwatch, I would definitely consider the Pixel Watch 4.

Google had a shaky start to smartwatches with the first Pixel Watch, but it’s been steadily improving its craft over the last few years, to the point where the Pixel Watch 4 is likely to be a contender for the best Android smartwatches.

Whether or not you buy a smartwatch, or which smartwatch you buy, is down to your personal preference and needs. For me, the Pixel Watch 4 looks like a strong all-rounder, especially when paired with a Google Pixel phone.

We have a list of the best smartwatches if you want something to better match your specific needs.

4

A Qi2 stand

Now we’re getting into the good stuff.

I’ve never been a fan of wireless charging. It tended to be slow and required careful alignment on the pad, which made it a rather irritating option compared to plugging in a cable.

Wireless charging speeds are generally still dwarfed by wired charging, but Pixelsnap has fixed the alignment problems, so now I’m willing to give it another chance.

The obvious first choice was Google’s official Pixelsnap charging stand, but that struck me as a bit overpriced for what you get. Instead, I found a nifty-looking stand from Ugreen that’s available for a lower price and comes with some extra useful features.

The main magnetic pad charges at 15W, which is a nice match for the Pixelsnap charger, but the most important elements are the additional features.

There’s another pad below the main charging pad that’s built to house Apple AirPods, but it works just fine for the Pixel Buds Pro 2.

If I’d wanted to, I might have been able to find a model with a built-in charger for a Galaxy Watch, but I thought that might restrict me in the future.

Thankfully, the Ugreen charging stand has an additional USB-C port, which I plugged my existing Galaxy Watch charger into.

Hey presto, a cheap and easy 3-in-1 charging hub.

If you’re toting around multiple devices that need charging, like me, then why not have an easy way to charge them all at once?

5

A magnetic car charger

I’ve not been driving all that long, but I’m already sick of how bad some phone holders are.

First, there’s getting your phone into the holder, which means avoiding buttons while also balancing, well, the balance of the holder. Get it wrong and woops — the entire holder just fell on the floor mid-journey. So you can bet I’m willing to pay again and again to avoid bad car holders.

I went to Spigen again for this one, largely because it was the first good option I saw that had built-in cooling as part of it.

My phone’s likely to be working hard when it’s in the car, whether it’s directly navigating or powering Android Auto, so I want it to stay cool too.

The Pixelsnap magnets are really strong, so I can’t imagine this will drop out anytime soon, making this a serious upgrade over the previous cheap models I’ve suffered with.

Keep in mind that if your Android Auto doesn’t have a wireless option, you’ll need an Android Auto wireless adapter to use this properly.

Otherwise, you’re either not using Android Auto or you’re not charging your phone, since you don’t want your phone charging through a cable and a wireless coil at the same time.

6

A removable stand

This is a pick of convenience, but it’s one I wouldn’t be without.

Being able to prop your phone up is so very useful. It allows you to watch a video wherever you are (with your handy earbuds, of course), set your phone up to read a book or follow a recipe, or get a better grip on your phone.

I’m once again taking advantage of Pixelsnap for this, and while there’s no shortage of cheap ring stands I could pick, I always prefer to rely on a name I know and love.

Mous makes those amusing “look how far I can drop my phone from” videos, and as amusing as it is to watch an iPhone get smashed to pieces, Mous’s cases are the real thing, and the fragile iPhones annoyingly tend to walk away unscathed.

Denied the tech carnage my soul craves, I can at least take solace in the fact that Mous’s products are solid and reliable, and that’s why I picked up one of its magnetic phone grips.

It’s small and attached securely, and is small enough to take off and slip into a pocket if I don’t need it at that moment.

7

A power bank

Oh man, I have so many power banks. But battery tech has come so far, so fast that what was once considered a portable battery pack is now laughably, woefully pointless.

I’m talking about the 2,000mAh power banks that would slip into a pocket that were wonderful when they were released, but now wouldn’t even fill half of my Pixel 10 Pro’s battery.

So it’s important to upgrade these every now and again, especially the smaller ones.

Anker has had a bad time of it recently, but it’s still my go-to when I’m looking for a power bank, and the 321 immediately caught my eye.

It has a 5,000mAh capacity, so it’s only good for one recharge, but if that recharge is the difference between my phone getting home charged, then it’s worth the money and means I don’t lose access to my Google Wallet or vital travel tickets.

The magnets snap onto the back of my Pixel firmly, and it begins supplying power with a press of the single button. A series of four lights shows how full the battery is, and it’s small enough to slip into a pocket until it’s needed.

A great little buy, and one I would buy again and again.