A report states Google is "interested" in implementing silicon-carbon battery technology in future Pixel phones. An interview with a Google product manager explains that while this tech offers more capacity in a smaller package and faster charging, there are downsides like quicker degradation compared to lithium-ion. Samsung brought silicon-carbon to its Galaxy Z8 foldables this year, boosting the Fold 8 Ultra to 5,000mAh from the Fold 7's 4,400mAh while keeping it thin.

Chinese OEMs like OPPO, Honor, and OnePlus have adopted the tech far sooner. Google is reportedly considering the tech for future Pixels, but with caution due to longevity concerns. The question remains whether we'll see it in the Pixel 12 or later, and how long Google can remain complacent as competition surges ahead.