The Pixel 9 Pro and Pro XL have been my main daily drivers the last while and there is some slight differences between both devices and the key differences are their size and of course battery size so it is down to you which size suits you best and if you want the bigger screen estate or if you can handle the behemoth device the Pro XL.
Other slight changes between the two devices are their weight and charging speeds both wired and wirelessly and slight difference in PPI and of course the price for me the XL is the better of the two devices but the Pro is easier to hold in the hand if you are use to that size of a phone but this is subjective and I like em both as they both have sent a clear message to rivals this year which is great and not tipping the scales so much on their price.
Both devices have a premium build and look to them and they both have the same camera hump on the rear however this does not follow around the sides of the phones like last years and will not rock sat on a table and it certainly a stand out features on the phones and scream Google Pixel keeping their design language intact.
There is also a flat screen and rounded corners making them easy to hold and do not stab you in the hands with their corners like other rivals ands you will not seen any accidental touches with the screen being flat which is a good thing.
With AI being another key feature now and we cant ignore the AI features on the new Pixel 9 Series is here and I think has jumped leaps and bounds if you are an entrenched user in the Google ecosystem like me it makes life much easier and fluid and that is what Gemini is all about here, being testing on the Pixel 8a the last while and is now on their bigger flagship phones and even better offering more making it again a super productivity device no matter which on your pick.
In effect Google has put it up to Apple in more ways than one here with their AI capabilities and specs but surely next month Apple will tell it differently, Yes I use an iPhone because I review tech and like to keep in with the competition but there is always a pixel device in my hand all year round, because I have an ecosystem that works well and now with their AI event better.
The new screenshots folder is a gift for me as I take countless screenshots daily for tech reviews this is now all in one place and I can simply ask for it on the fly with other new AI features such as photos this is all on-device and with Add Me and best take it all works effortlessly.
The new weather app I love, and I had to throw in the snore detector it is hard to find a good weather app and with the new app it is all I need in one place and one click.
Speaking of AI Gemini Live comes at a cost after one year but if you pick up the Pixel Pro models it is free for the year and after that costing 21.99 which is not bad considering how much of a productivity tool this will be.
Cameras. We know the specs and we touched on the AI Pixel Studio and AddMe check out the night and day image and video samples below for more and let u know what you think.
Pixel 9 Pro XL images and video samples see further down for the unboxing and UI walkthrough and official case reviews
For now these two devices are a hit but some may see them as a hit in the pocket however they are phones that get better over time and I AM NEVER without a Pixel device in my hand.
We will come back again over the weeks as it is an early review and see what has changed and update.
Pixel9 Pro XL Pixel 9 Pro unboxing and Walkthrough
Pixel 9 Pro official case review
Pixel 9 Pro XL official case review
10 things to know about the Pixel 9 Pro series
Meet Pixel 9 Pro/XL. It has a sophisticated, stunning new design, and it’s the most powerful Pixel yet. With the new Tensor G4 processor and 16 GB of RAM, it’s designed for the most advanced AI on Pixel. That means cutting-edge photos and videos, and smarter ways to help all day. And it comes with one year of the Google One AI Premium Plan, for even more powerful AI features.
Pixel 9 ProXL features Google’s best camera system yet, with a pro triple rear camera, a fully upgraded 42 MP front camera, and cutting-edge pro features. With Pixel 9 Pro, Super Res Zoom comes to video, and you can enhance your videos to 8K with Video Boost. Thanks to the brightest, most immersive Super Actua display yet, you’ll see true-to-life colors, even in direct sunlight. And for the first time ever, it will be available in two sizes: 6.3″ and 6.8″ Super Actua displays. So you can get the ultimate Pro experience in the size that works best for you. It features an all-day battery, and Pixel 9 Pro XL offers Pixel’s fastest charging ever.
Pixel 9 Pro starts at 1119 euro and Pixel 9 Pro XL starts at 1219 euro. They’re available in
Obsidian, Porcelain, Hazel, and Rose Quartz.
Meet Pixel 9 Pro/XL. In its all-new sleek, pocketable design, Pixel 9 Pro/XL helps you take amazing photos, make edits like magic, and get things done even easier. The award-winning Pixel Camera includes a 50 MP main lens for incredible image and video quality, plus a new 48 MP ultrawide camera for Macro Focus closeups. With the latest Tensor G4 processor and an upgraded 12 GB of RAM, Pixel 9 delivers powerhouse performance and advanced AI with ease. The 6.3/6.8 -inch Actua display
is sharp, vibrant, and 35% brighter, with a peak brightness of 2700 nits.
With durable design improvements and Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on the front and back, Pixel 9 can handle whatever life brings – drops, scratches, and splashes. It’s also equipped with a bigger, fast charging, all-day battery you can rely on.
And it can charge to 55% in about 30 minutes.
Pixel 9 Pro/XL redefines elegance with their fresh and modern new look, in a design that celebrates the iconic Pixel Camera. The new sculpted form delivers a thin profile and improved durability, and feels great in your hand. Both phones are thoughtfully crafted with refined and inviting materials, finishes, and colors. Pixel 9 Pro’s silky matte glass finish is complemented by a luxe, dual-finish camera bar and polished metal frame. Pixel 9’s polished glass back perfectly
contrasts with the satin metal finishes on the camera and frame. They’re designed with sustainability in mind and made with recycled materials, including a 100% recycled aluminum enclosure. And the packaging is 100% plastic-free.
Gemini helps you supercharge your ideas.
Press and hold the power button to start writing, planning, learning, and more. Gemini can help you find info from your Google apps to help you plan on the go, like pulling party details from an invite in Gmail and suggesting nearby florists in Maps. Or chat with Gemini to get more info or take action on what’s on your screen. You can even snap a photo, and use Gemini to get answers – like how to save a dying plant in your window, or what recipe you can make from what’s in your fridge. Pixel 9 Pro also comes with the Google One AI Premium Plan, giving you access to Gemini Advanced at no cost for the first year.
It includes the best of Google AI and 2 TB storage, all in one plan. With this plan, get access to even more powerful AI features and try Gemini directly in your favorite Google products like Gmail and Docs to summarize your unread messages and documents.
With Pixel Screenshots, Pixel remembers so you don’t have to. Pixel Screenshots helps you quickly save info you want to remember later – like events, locations, and more – just by taking a screenshot. This on-device Pixel-exclusive AI feature helps you save, organize, and recall things you want to remember with ease. Simply search in a conversational way to quickly find what you need, right when you need it.
Pixel 9 Pro/XL features Pixel’s best camera yet. The triple rear camera system delivers pro-level photos and videos, even in low light or from far away. Enjoy stunning detail across a wide zoom range, thanks to optical-quality performance at 0.5x, 1x, 2x, 5x, and 10x – all with just three lenses. Super Res Zoom lets you zoom in even further, and is available in video for the first time ever.
In addition to improved Night Sight Video, Video Boost can now enhance videos up to 8K resolution for the best video quality on Pixel yet. Pixel 9 Pro/XL gets a major upgrade to the front camera, with a new 42 MP lens – the highest
resolution on a front-facing Pixel Camera – to help you take perfect selfies, even in low light. And it has the widest field of view ever for a front-facing camera on a Pixel.
The award-winning Pixel Camera includes a 50 MP main lens for incredible image and video quality. So you get sharp, vivid photos and videos in any light or from far away. And a new 48 MP ultrawide for Macro Focus creates
magnificent shots from the smallest details. Plus, the front camera now has autofocus for even sharper selfies.
Night Sight takes sharp, vivid photos, portraits, and even panos in low light, like concerts and cityscapes – even the Milky Way with astrophotography. And Magic Editor helps you make complex edits easily. With a few taps, AI can edit backgrounds, move objects, suggest the best crop, and magically expand your image to get more of the scene. And getting a great group photo is easy with the Pixel 9 camera.
Edit photos like magic. For the first time, you can take the picture and be in it too. Add Me, which will release in preview with Pixel 9, makes sure no one is left out of a photo. Take one with the group, then swap in the photographer. Pixel magically merges both photos. And with the popular Best Take feature, you can get an amazing group photo the whole group loves by combining similar photos. It finds the best moment, or you can choose everyone’s best expression.
And with Pixel 9’s advanced editing tools, taking a photo is just the beginning. Magic Editor can now automatically reframe your photo, suggest the best crop, and even expand your image to get more of the scene. You can also use
the new reimagine feature to give your photos a whole new vision – like adding fall leaves or greener grass. Just tap what part you want to change in the photo, and type what you want to see.
Pixel protects you from spam, scams, and other threats, and also looks out for your safety. Need emergency help when you’re off the grid? Satellite SOS on Pixel can connect to emergency services via satellite when you have no cellular or Wi-Fi coverage to get help and share your location with contacts.
And it can now help you check the background and context of an image you come across online, showing information, when available, that can indicate if it was created with AI. Just circle the image on your screen to search it and pull
up the “About this image” feature For added privacy and security on your phone, you can now create a password-protected private space where you can install apps and content that you want to remain private even if someone else uses your phone.
In the event your phone is stolen, Pixel safeguards your sensitive data by automatically locking down the device if it detects suspicious activity, or you can quickly lock it online remotely.
Engineered for improved durability, Pixel 9 phones are designed to get more helpful over time. Pixel automatically gets new and upgraded features with Pixel Drops, so your Pixel keeps getting better over time. Pixel can handle everyday drops, spills, and dust. And the display is scratch and damage resistant, made with Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus® 2. Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro come with 7 years of OS and security updates.
Disclaimer. Google provided us with the review units and they have not asked or requested for a preview
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