Countless accessory makers offer wireless chargers, but Google’s Pixel Stand series remains the top choice for many Pixel users. Why? It delivers faster charging than most third-party options, seamless compatibility with Pixel phones, unique software features, and multiple charging modes. However, just a month after the Pixel 9 series launched, Google discontinued the Pixel Stand 2. With the Pixel 10 series and other devices set to be launched on August 20, 2025, excitement is building: will Google introduce a new Pixel Stand 3? While the Pixel Stand 1&2 were impressive, there’s room for improvement. Let’s explore what upgrades we can expect from a potential Pixel Stand 3 to power up your Pixel 10 charging experience.
Will the Pixel Stand 3 bring faster charging and better cooling?
Rumors suggest the Pixel 10 series will support 15W wireless charging, up from 12W, and the Pixel 10 Pro Fold will jump from a sluggish 7.5W to 15W. While these speeds lag behind some rivals offering 30W to even 50W, the Pixel 10 may adopt the Qi2 standard for precise magnetic charging. The 2nd Gen Pixel Stand (2021) hit 23W for Pixel 6 Pro and 7 Pro, so could a Pixel Stand 3 reach 25W-30W? That would give Pixel 10 an edge, even against super-fast Chinese phones. Cooling is key for high-speed wireless charging, as heat can harm batteries. Like the Pixel Stand 2’s quiet fan, a new Pixel Stand 3 might use an improved fan or advanced materials to handle heat efficiently. With selectable modes like Fast, Normal or Quiet, and considering the size of past Stands, better cooling seems achievable.
Is Pixel finally getting magnetic charging?
Apple’s MagSafe made magnetic charging a must-have for easy, secure alignment, but Google’s been slow to catch up. Rumors via Android Authority suggest the Pixel 10 series will support native magnetic charging with a new “Pixelsnap” technology, backed by the Qi2 standard. This would ensure perfect coil alignment, prevent slips, and allow easy angle adjustments, which is ideal for car mounts or desks. Unlike the Pixel Stand 2, which failed to charge the Pixel 9 Pro Fold due to misaligned coils, a Pixelsnap charger (or Pixel Stand 3) could offer better compatibility across all Pixel 10 devices, including foldables. Will Google replace the Pixel Stand name with PixelSnap? A magnetic charger would make wireless charging smoother and more versatile.
Will Google launch a multi-device wireless charger?
As the Pixel ecosystem grows with phones, Pixel Watches, and Pixel Buds, fans hope Google upgrades the single-device Pixel Stand into an all-in-one charger. Current third-party options, like the SwanScout 708G2, offer compact 3-in-1 charging for Pixel devices, reducing cable clutter and keeping desks or nightstands tidy. Yet, both Pixel Stand 1 (2018) and 2 (2021) only charge phones, requiring separate chargers for watches or earbuds—adding messy cables. A Pixel Stand 3 or PixelSnap charger could support phones, watches, and earbuds while keeping the sleek Pixel Stand design.
(User-made watch charging extension accessory for Pixel Stand 2, image source: https://imgur.com/a/I1zjP80)
Price is another factor. At $79, both Pixel Stands were pricey for phone-only charging, outpacing many 3-in-1 chargers. Fans want better value—perhaps multi-device support at the same price. With wireless charging now mainstream, a versatile PixelSnap or Pixel Stand 3 could boost sales. Let’s see what Google reveals on August 20, 2025!
