Google Pixel 10 lineup launches with its own version of MagSafe called Pixelsnap, and even throws in the “A” word for good measure.

The Pixel 10 devices are just the second set of Android devices to have official Qi2 magnets built into the device. The only other device?

The HMD Skyline.

What I’m trying to say is, the Pixel 10 devices are the first Android devices that actually matter, with Qi2 magnets.

Per Android Authority:

Every Pixel 10 model supports Qi2 charging. The Pixel 10 and Pixel 10 Pro top out at 15W with Qi2-certified chargers when paired with a 20W or higher USB-C adapter. The Pixel 10 Pro Fold, the first foldable with Qi2 wireless charging built in, also supports Pixelsnap charging at up to 15W.

The Pixel 10 Pro XL steps things up with Qi2.2 support, hitting 25W when used with a Qi2.2-certified charger and a 35W or higher adapter. Google says its own Pixelsnap Charger and Charger with Stand can hit that top speed.

The branding is very specific to the Pixel devices, so other manufacturers are going to have to come up with their own fancy name if they decide to go this route. I think this is a huge win for the Android community because I think it will force the big giants like Samsung to implement their own built-in magnets.

In shocking fashion, Adrienne Lofton from Google even mentioned the “A” word, and said all Pixel devices are compatible with Apple’s MagSafe accessories. This caught Jimmy Fallon by surprise, and even I was a bit shocked they mentioned Apple. I mean they had to since everyone knows Apple pioneered this feature and everyone would ask that question.

Reminds me of the moment when Phil Schiller introduced Microsoft on stage during the first ever iPad Pro event.