I finally tried the Pixel’s new desktop mode, and it’s the coolest hidden feature you aren't using

Google's March Pixel drop included a bunch of new features for its smartphones. One feature that wasn't mentioned is a new Pixel Desktop mode when you connect your phone to an external display.

The idea of connecting a smartphone to a monitor to instantly transform the interface into a desktop-like experience is nothing new, though. Samsung's phones and tablets have had DeX for years. Motorola phones offer Smart Connect, which turns even its low-end phones into a desktop experience.

It's surprisingly basic, but in a good way

The first time I connected my Pixel 10 Pro XL to the same Thunderbolt dock I normally use with my MacBook Pro, I was prompted to connect to an external display. I checked the box next to "Don't ask me again" and tapped the Desktop button. A few seconds later, my display flashed, and I was greeted with a bland...

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