MobileViews 576: Google Breach, Pixel 10 Pro AI, MagSafe & Smart Ring Chargers w/guest Sven Johannsen

Todd Ogasawara, Jon Westfall, and Sven Johannsen discussed  the widespread alerts about a Google data breach urging Gmail password changes, which Todd noted he had not personally received despite seeing numerous reports. The conversation quickly moved to their personal tech upgrades, with both Todd and Sven having recently acquired new Pixel phones—Todd upgraded from a Pixel 7a to a Pixel 10 Pro, and Sven opted for a Pixel 10 Pro XL. They praised the Pixel 10 line's advanced AI features, including the ProRes 100x digital zoom, which Todd found "shockingly good" and "fantastic" for capturing distant details with clarity, even if tech blogs might deem it "fuzzy". Other impressive AI integrations include Live Translate, which Todd's wife found amusing in its word choices, and Call Notes for transcribing phone conversations. Todd also highlighted the benefit of a one-year Google One AI Pro subscription that came with his Pixel and applauded the new Pixel Snap feature, confirming its compatibility with Apple MagSafe chargers.

Further expanding on accessories and broader tech, Todd expressed excitement about the Pixel 10 Pro's new temperature-taking capability, useful for both body and object temperatures. He also shared his experience with the Anker Nano Power Bank (5K, MagGo, Slim), an ultra-slim, Qi2 Certified 15W Max MagSafe-compatible portable charger with a 5,000mAh capacity. Despite being marketed primarily for iPhones, Todd found it worked with his Pixel, appreciating its design and color, though he observed lower-than-expected charging wattage with both his Pixel and iPhone. Sven recommended the Doohoeek Updated Charging Case for Oura Ring 4 & 3 Charger, a portable wireless power station featuring a 1000mAh battery that converts the official wired charger into a convenient portable solution, providing up to five full charges for the Oura Ring. Jon, an Oura ring user, weighed in on the practicality of such a case, also mentioning the recent controversy surrounding Aura's partnership with Palantir and concerns about consumer data privacy. The discussion also touched upon the desire for easier switching between mobile ecosystems and the evolving understanding of AI's capabilities and limitations.