Google is back with its third foldable, the Pixel 10 Pro Fold. But after using Samsung's new Galaxy Zfold 7, it's clear who still comes out on top. The $1,800 Pixel 10 Pro Fold is pretty much the same size and weight as last year's model, but Google did shrink the bezels for a slightly bigger 6.4% in outer screen.The Fold 7 is thinner, sleeker, and feels years ahead in design. The Pixel supports the new CHI2 magnetic wireless charging. It's water resistant and one of the first foldables to be fully dust res ...

Google is back with its third foldable, the Pixel 10 Pro Fold. But after using Samsung's new Galaxy Zfold 7, it's clear who still comes out on top. The $1,800 Pixel 10 Pro Fold is pretty much the same size and weight as last year's model, but Google did shrink the bezels for a slightly bigger 6.4% in outer screen.The Fold 7 is thinner, sleeker, and feels years ahead in design. The Pixel supports the new Chi 2 magnetic wireless charging. It's water resistant and one of the first foldables to be fully dust re ...

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