Pixel 10 Series to Feature Gimbal-Like Stabilization-But Users Want More

Google Pixel 10 Series Might Finally Nail Smartphone Stabilization-But Will It Be Enough?

The upcoming Google Pixel 10 series is shaping up to deliver a big leap in one key area: image stabilization. According to a new report from Android Headlines, the Pixel 10 lineup will offer stabilization so advanced it’s being compared to using a DJI Osmo Mobile 6-except, of course, without the physical gimbal.

This feature is expected across all four models: Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL, and the Pixel 10 Pro Fold. If true, it could set a new benchmark for smartphone videography and photography, especially for creators and everyday users who are tired of blurry night shots or shaky walk-and-talk clips.

But while this gimbal-like stabilization sounds exciting, many Pixel fans and critics are pointing out the elephant in the room: Google’s priorities. The camera is just one part of the experience. Users continue to voice concerns about Google’s custom Tensor chips, which lag behind in performance and efficiency compared to Apple and Qualcomm chips. Overheating, outdated modems, slow charging, and lackluster speaker performance still plague the Pixel lineup.

“Great, now my video is stable while the phone melts in my hand,” one commenter sarcastically put it.

To be fair, Google has reportedly switched its chip manufacturing to TSMC for the upcoming generation, which could address some of the thermal and performance issues. Still, the modem issue lingers: rumors claim the Pixel 10 will use the same aging Samsung modem seen in earlier Tensor devices. For users in low-signal areas, this could be a dealbreaker.

On the camera front, though, Pixel continues to shine. Many agree that Pixel’s image processing is second to none. And if this new stabilization blends optical (OIS), electronic (EIS), and AI-based software enhancements, it could outperform anything currently on the market-even those flagship ROG phones with gimbal-style stabilization built in.

But the core complaint remains: Google seems to be piling on new features to justify premium pricing, while neglecting long-requested fixes and refinements. The original Pixel’s appeal was its excellent performance-to-price ratio, reminiscent of the old Nexus days. Now, Pixel phones are more expensive than Samsung’s, but arguably offer less in several areas.

In the end, whether the Pixel 10 becomes a must-have or another “almost there” release depends on more than just stabilization. Google needs to bring the whole package-and this time, no excuses.