Customer Ratings & Reviews

First impressions: Despite having XL in the name, the Pixel 9 Pro XL does not feel or handle like an overly large phone. The lightweight sleek body actually has great dimensions for pocket carry, even inside a slim case as shown in one included photo. The camera bump on the rear protrudes quite a bit, so I installed the case to keep it safe when transporting and laying the phone down. If not using a case, I at least suggest using a lens protector for the camera lenses. Power and volume buttons are nicely placed together on the right side for easy one-hand operation. The rear of the phone has a pleasant feeling matte texture. Included in the box are a SIM tool and USB-C charging cable. Setup and activation: The Pixel was easy to get setup after unboxing. I powered it on, connected it to wifi, and activated the eSIM OTA with the carrier. I then signed into my Google account and applied a system update which took about 30 minutes to complete, including a reboot. Fingerprint and PIN setup were both quick and easy to configure but the facial recognition scan feature wasn’t as forgiving as other devices. I’m currently stuck wearing a cervical collar 24x7 for the next month. I was able to easily setup face scan on a competing phone while wearing the collar by tilting the phone instead of my head. When I try doing the same with the Pixel, it keeps saying to move the phone further away. I finally gave up and will complete the setup after the collar is removed. The remaining initial phone setup was straightforward and quickly accomplished. Performance: The bottom tier 128GB internal storage is somewhat on the small size but I’ve learned to make limited space work by not hoarding old photos and useless data. If more storage capacity is required, pre-configured storage options go up to 1TB. There is no removable storage option such as microSD. The Tensor G4 and 16GB RAM combo powers the phone and interface sufficiently with no noticeable lag or latency. Swiping and navigating is clean and fluid. Apps launch quickly and run reliably. Features like AI and the camera also work fluidly with no hiccups. The Pixel includes several safety and security features. The Titan M2 security coprocessor helps keep the phone and data safely locked down. Google VPN provides extra security on untrusted networks. Point to point encryption helps keep my transmitted data safe, and crash detection, crisis alerts, and an upcoming satellite SOS (if wifi and cellular are unavailable), are additional tools to help stay safe, particularly while traveling. Despite the abundance of processing power, tools and features, battery life is actually good compared to other recent model smartphones that I’ve owned. I have no problem getting well over a full day of heavy use and two to three days of light to moderate use before recharging. I haven’t had the battery drain unexpectedly on me yet, but if it does, extreme battery saver mode is supposed to provide up to 100 hours of battery life. I haven’t tried or needed it yet but it’s good to know it’s there if needed. The Pixel fast charges via USB-C or Qi wireless. Utilizing battery share, it can also charge other devices wirelessly via Qi. Communications: Phone voice quality is good and voices sound clear on both ends. The Pixel provides built-in visual voicemail. The native message app is also good. I was worried about messaging coming from my previous phone’s proprietary messaging app, but I haven’t missed a beat with the Pixel’s messaging. I also like that all text boxes are the same color regardless of sender or phone type. Google even integrated Gemini AI in the messaging app. Bluetooth and wifi connectivity are reliable and stable. The phone stays reliably connected to my home network, smartwatch, ear buds, and headset. Screen: The OLED 120Hz screen is vivid and has great brightness, pixel density, and color saturation. It is also snappily responsive to touch, as is the screen embedded ultrasonic fingerprint reader. The fingerprint scanner reliably unlocks on the first attempt most times. In the rare instances it doesn’t, it’s usually because of something I did wrong. I don’t use a screen protector, so I don’t know whether or not installing one would affect readability. However, the scanner on a naked screen is solid and reliable. The gorilla glass is durable enough to survive daily use and has no scuffs or scratches despite me using no screen protector. Camera: The triple lens 50MP rear camera is in a word, fantastic. Features include a 10X optical zoom, ultrawide, and 30X telescopic zoom. The 42MP autofocusing front camera is also a strong performer. Photos from both have great clarity, good color balance/saturation, and reliable auto-focus/exposure. Post processing results look great in fully auto mode. Point and shoot snapshot photos are quite nice rather than a roll of the dice. Manual overrides are available if desired. The camera is easy and intuitive to use and captures stills and video reliably. AI editing features such as AI Magic Editor help make editing fun and more efficient while also expanding creativity options. Post capture tools like Pixel Studio also provide advanced AI editing and creative capabilities. I included an original pic that I took with the Pixel and the same pic with the background swapped out to a space theme which I accomplished using Magic Editor’s Reimagine. All I had to do was highlight to select the background with a few clicks, describe the background I wanted to replace it with, and let the generative AI work its magic. It took barely any time or effort on my part to complete. “Add me” is another fun Pixel AI feature that allows people to swap places mid-capture to easily take group pics and selfies with everyone included. No more outstretched arms and awkward selfie poses, nor being forced to enlist a stranger to get everyone in the photo. Video can be captured in HD (24,30,60fps), 4K(24,30,60fps), or 8K(30fps). 8K is accomplished using video boost with upscaling. Other video features include slow motion, stop motion, time lapse, and cinematic background blur. The camera is by far my favorite tool on the Pixel 9. Not only is it easy to use, but media files are backed up in easily exportable fashion. One of my main reasons for switching to Android was my frustration with backing up photos on my previous phone with a different OS. I got tired of losing irreplaceable photos due to corrupted file formats, limited export options, and lengthy aggravating export sessions due to the phone constantly disconnecting from my PC during export. No such issues with the Pixel. Google Photos has excellent organization features and both the Pixel and Google provided numerous easy ways to safely store, backup, export, and share my photos. AI: I previously touched upon some on the AI photo/video features but the Pixel 9 Pro’s AI goes farther than just photos. Gemini is the built-in helpful AI assistant that provides chatbot style assistance. Ask it a question or to create a generative image and it will typically accommodate the request immediately. I also like using Google Lens which allows me to search within a photo for information about the subject. I took a photo of my car to test and Lens correctly identified the year, make, and model. Doesn’t get much easier. I included a photo of Lens identifying foliage I photographed. Some of the AI is still being fully developed or tweaked and I’ll occasionally encounter a not quite there yet type error if the request cannot be completed. One notable example is if I request Gemini create any images containing a person, even cartoon people. For example, I’ll type in Gemini to create an anime character dancing or performing some other mundane action. Pretty tame and nonspecific request, but I always get a message that Google is working to improve Gemini’s ability to create people and I will be notified when the feature returns. I can’t help but think that in the wake of some recent high profile AI misdeeds and deep fakes, companies are pulling out all stops to prevent having the technology abused and exploited by untrustworthy individuals. I hope the feature is restored but suspect it will be heavily limited whenever or if ever that is. Conclusion: To summarize in TLDR fashion: the Pixel 9 Pro XL is a powerful and helpful smartphone companion. It has numerous useful tools, robust security, and a stellar camera. All of this is bundled into an easy to handle and carry form factor. I can search just about anything with either a simple photograph, by scanning a snippet of music, or asking Gemini AI. Operation is snappy and fluid with no lag. So far, I’ve been nothing but happy and impressed with the Pixel 9 Pro XL.

Good phone. Great service. Best Buy really makes thing quick and efficient.

I recently upgraded from the Pixel 8 Pro to the Pixel 9 Pro because I was intrigued by its AI capabilities and improved camera. Fortunately, the launch date coincided with a weekend trip to New York City so I was able to put it though the paces! First impressions - Design & Build: The Pixel Pro XL’s larger screen was perfect for everything from reading some news articles I’d saved flor the flight to checking city maps. The stainless steel felt premium and the screen is beautiful. While it admittedly takes its cues from the other guys - they do it right! Battery Life: The battery life impressed me thoroughly. It supported a full day of intensive use—mapping my routes, capturing photos, and managing emails—with 60% left in the tank by the time I hit the hotel. I could have hit the down without charging but I wanted to test the fast charging capabilities and I was up to 80% within minutes. Impressive! Camera: This phone’s camera setup truly where I was most excited. It adeptly handled quick snaps of street scenes and beautifully captured the neon glow of the city at night. The Night Sight mode was particularly effective in as I was navigating the indoor shots at the August Wilson theater which had a purposely dark nightclub feel. AI Features and Cost Savings: The inclusion of a one-year Google One AI Premium plan has been a significant perk. Not only does it enhance the phone’s AI capabilities, making tasks like document editing and email management smoother, but it also includes two terabytes of storage. Previously, I was paying separately for cloud storage, so this bundled offer has saved me a couple bucks. I actually get more use out of the plan on my desktop because now I get Gemini Advanced built into my Google docs and slides. I’m going to look like a rockstar and do even less work! Multitasking Performance: Despite the Tensor 4 not having top-of-the-line specs, its performance in real-world scenarios was flawless. I could seamlessly switch between apps without any lag, proving that real-world efficiency often trumps theoretical specs. Would it be nice if it competed with the snapdragon and apple silicon? Sore, but don’t let anyone tell you that this phone is less capable because of the Tensor Screen Brightness: i’ve never had a smart phone where I turned the brightness up and it was so bright I had to turn it down to keep from burning my eyes. OK, maybe that’s a little hyperbole, but man this thing has a bright screen which made navigating maps during the middle of the day in New York a breeze I didn’t have to squint ever, which is something I can’t say about other smart phones I’ve owned. Magic Editor App: While the Magic Editor app provided some handy quick fixes, it struggled with more complex photo edits. It’s a great concept that could use a bit more refinement to truly match the phone’s other high-performing features. In other words, not quite ready for primetime, but it’s got potential. Overall Thoughts: The Pixel 9 Pro met all my expectations and then some. The camera quality blew me away. I’ve had so much fun taking pictures in a few days that I’ve had it. The savings from the Google One AI Premium plan alone make it a valuable investment, not to mention the seamless integration of its AI features that made navigating and enjoying New York easier and more enjoyable. If you’re on the fence jump in, you won’t regret it

This is my 1st ever phone from Google but I am a long time Android user. Google's new flagship phone is quite amazing on it's own (talking bar phones here, not including the folds) but I don't think it was quite enough to tear me away from my S24 Ultra. I will share my experiences after daily driving the 9 Pro XL for a week. In the box is a super quality built phone, charging cable (no brick included) and some of the usual literature. My first thought when holding the phone was how heavy it is. Not too heavy as in it weighs too much to be uncomfortable. Feels and looks great in the hands. The obvious elephant in the room is the huge camera bump on the back. Now when placed on a flat surface it doesn't rock back and forth like it is unbalanced. I did end up getting a Spigen case for the phone to actually make the phone a lot more flat (see pics) and love it. The 6.8 inch "Super Actua" is an incredibly smooth and beautiful OLED screen with basically a VRR from 1-120 Hz display. Streaming and gaming look soo nice and excellent in all light. Google claims up to 3k peak brightness with DHR support so you can see it no matter how much the sun is beating down on you. Battery life has been top of the line, 10/10. Granted it seems to charge a little slower than my Samsung but I noticed the battery drains a lot slower. For example, on a full charge while streaming and the usual browsing the net and text/calling, my battery only drained <10% (from 4pm to when I fell asleep). I know Google also claims fast charging up to 70% in ~30 minutes using a 45W charger. Phone also supports wireless charging as well and no problems using it. I will suggest to anyone to probably skip the 128GB model and go for a larger size if you can. I say this because during setup and transferring everything from my S24 to the Pixel 9 it already filled 60% of the phones non-upgradable internal storage. I probably could free up another 20 gigs though by deleting my all memes lol. If you aren't a fan of cloud storage just know, there is no slot for a micro SD card so you are stuck with whatever choice of storage you choose. Speaking of setup, it was as simple as falling down. After moving my SIM card from my old phone to the Pixel and starting it up, you just follow the simple, easy-to-follow on screen instructions. It lets you choose what data you want to move over or just move everything like I did. Took about 40 minutes and after a restart, the Pixel 9 Pro was up and running without a hitch. Now my absolute favorite thing about the 9 Pro is the camera. It absolutely blows iPhone's and Samsung's out of the water. The triple rear cam can do up to 50MP wide and 48MP UW with zooming to 30x. Pictures look great no matter if it's a still frame or fast moving (like my little pups running around chasing each other). Video quality is excellent as well and looked super smooth. You can do 8K at 30fps, but I preferred 1080 and 4k @ 60 for super smooth playback. Sound quality from the built in speakers are fine, nothing to laugh at but also not super high quality. I just paired my earbuds and sound from there was excellent. Another problem I have while streaming video and you can see in the pic is that no matter what options I choose, I cannot get the aspect ratios to where I want them. There is no option that I noticed to watch in full widescreen to fill the phone. I know it probably has to do with the phone itself as it is rounded on the corners and they only let you watch from where the corners stop but I just can't get used to it. Mind you, this is a PERSONAL pet peeve and you might not care 1 bit which is fine. The fingerprint sensor works perfectly every time. No matter if my finger is wet and whatever position I place it, the Pixel 9 Pro has a 100% track record (so far) of always working. Pros Display is beautiful Battery life is crazy good Camera is the best of the best Super strong gorilla glass for the front screen Fingerprint sensor is great 16GB RAM is more than what most phones use Cons Aspect Ratios Feels like the phone wants to be an iPhone really bad (look and gesture navigation) Tensor G4 processor is actually slower then Snapdragon 8 for gaming 128GB storage is not enough and should stop being an option (I think all companies do this to try to get you to sign up for their cloud storage)

This was a tough one for me. I have been a very long time “other” Android phone user so the thought of moving to this Google Pixel 9 XL was a big deal. I always had the larger version of the other phone, so I had to have the XL to at least maintain that similar screen size. Upon getting the phone, the Google setup was amazing as expected. It even remembers my other phone setup so it gave me the option to restore those apps and settings to Pixel. Overall, about a 30+min exercise depending on how much you restore. Coming from a powerhouse competitor, I did notice that the Pixel 9 XL is very snappy but occasionally I have noticed a slight delay. I love having the ability to swipe spell on the keyboard. I have noticed that on the pixel, it falters for me, not frequently but maybe I am still getting used to the keyboard layout. Other than that, usage and performance has been impressive. I really don’t understand how anyone is having issues with the battery. My battery life is amazing. At 17hours off charge, I am averaging remaining at 40% plus remaining. I know this may change over time but it’s a solid performance. Camera features are incredible! When you snap a picture, you get the basic list of Share, Edit, Lens and Delete. If you click on Lens, it will immediately search for similar images and try to identify what is in the picture. For example, I did two things, I took a picture of one of my wife’s rose bushes and it showed me the exact type, as well as others like it, along with as much detail as you wanted. Another example was when I had a picture of my granddaughter with a teething toy, lens found similar pictures of infants chewing on the exact same toy along with links to go purchase! This is a helpful feature but that is just the beginning. If you select Edit, it opens many new features to enhance your pictures. When you take a pic and go into Edit and then Tools, it is a wealth of great tooling. One that I did struggle a bit was the Magic Eraser. This feature is available on other Androids and my last one was able to leverage it with better results. I am still playing with it, but it’s not as sharp as the other photo/video features. There is another feature called Auto Frame, its located within Edit, you select Magic Editor, and it gives you this option. It basically will take a picture and enhance and give you framing options for the picture. For example. I used a picture of my son holding my granddaughter in the surf. When I ran it through Auto Frame it produced four options, one of which just framed my granddaughter. I like the feature as it attempts to suggest different ways of framing the pictures you take. Another interesting feature is one called Reimagine. It’s also located in Edit after you select the picture. You then open Magic Editor. You can then select areas (such as background) and the it prompts you to “Reimagine as” and you type your response. When I took the same picture of my granddaughter, you could only really see the water, so I typed Surf (to re-imagine as). Interestingly, one of the options it returned with was a surfboard she was now sitting on..lol. It’s a very interesting feature, it also asks if you want a new set of results and you can try again. There are many more features, including one called “Add Me”, which allows you to to take a picture, then select one of the people, then go you put yourself in and take a picture and it “adds” you into that picture. I didn’t try this one yet because I have an awesome Bluetooth selfie stick that has a tripod and if I need to be in a pic, I usually use that. I could literally write several more pages on photo editing and enhancing options. I have never seen a phone this rich in features. Obviously, they will continue to improve these via software updates. I am really curious how these will only mature and grow in functionality. I have a Samsung Watch that I love, and I think others have had issues with them with a non-Samsung Watch. I can get it paired and reporting to Samsung Health, but I cannot get it to keep the Bluetooth connection intact. I must go back into the phone and have it re-connect to the watch. It works, but not clean. I will continue to work through it. Shouldn’t be this difficult. I also noticed my battery today was draining like crazy and apparently, I must have hit the always on display on the watch settings. I know it’s not going to be perfect, but I would like to have them working together more seamlessly. I also use my phone for work. I logged into my work portal and was able to setup my work environment on my phone as I previously had. I like how with Android, a separate partition is created and maintained. It is very easy to switch between the two and it clearly shows which apps are work apps and which are not. This is a great Android feature, and the Pixel 9 XL executes flawlessly. Lastly, and most importantly, I need to talk about Gemini. Gemini is Pixel’s AI introduction. I was skeptical about it at first but after getting prompts via email and text to use it, I decided to to give it a try. Wow, OK, so this is a game changer. I have used ChatGpt before and all providers are dipping their toes into AI. I setup I have to say that I am very impressed. I setup a chat with Gemini, just like any other text contact. I was able to generate a texting response with it. The level of depth that it responds with is incredible. Even when your get a response to your prompt/question, you are able to type a response that allows you to dig deeper. You go into further detail as your questions get deeper. This, is really the future. For an example, I asked Gemini about a very complex topic, got a response, delved deeper and essentially peeled back the onion on the topic. The implications here are huge because the instantaneous response with context is awe inspiring. In the future, those that can quickly manipulate the “prompts” and responses will extract a level of knowledge within a short period of time like never before. You have been warned, lol. I would recommend this to a friend, it’s an awesome phone and knowing that Google is quick to keep fixing and updating for continued improvement is great. I am giving this 5 stars. At this very moment, its about a 4.2 but the fact that it has so many features that I have only touch on and so many more to explore, I am giving it 5. I know that Google will only improve this via updates as we move forward.

I’ve been using the Pixel 9 Pro XL for a while now, and honestly, it’s one of the best phones I’ve ever owned. The screen is huge and super bright, so I can actually see it outside in the sun without squinting. Everything looks sharp and smooth, whether I’m watching videos or scrolling. The Obsidian color looks sleek and classy, and the phone feels solid in the hand. The camera is amazing. Photos come out clear, colorful, and natural—even at night. The zoom actually works well, and the front camera makes selfies look great without overdoing it. The little AI tools (like editing people into a shot or fixing a picture) are fun and surprisingly useful. Battery life is solid—I can easily go a full day without charging, sometimes two if I’m not glued to my phone. When I do need to charge, it’s much quicker than older Pixels. What I also like is that Google promises 7 years of updates, so I don’t feel like I’ll need to upgrade anytime soon. It’s a pricey phone, but I’ve seen it go on sale, and at that point it’s a steal compared to other high-end phones.

I can remember over a decade ago when I couldn't wait until the lastest Nexus release. I couldn't wait to see what was now new next in the Android world. Since the first Pixel I've not been overly excited about a phone release and I since moved on to other brands. I was excited for the Pixel 9Pro XL 128G 16GB RAM phone release from Google. First observation, It has a slim silhouette with rounded corners. It is the largest Pixel Pro phone at 6.8 inches. However, it fits nicely in my 8-inch cross-body bag. Pixel 9 Pro XL is equipped with a triple rear 50MP wide and ultra-wide telephoto zoom lens, and a 42MP front camera. Bright display and UltraSonic fingerprint sensor with facelock , are standard for this model. Several new features that appealed to me were the Satellite SOS and the AI features like Add Me, Magic Editor AUTO FRAME, REIMAGINE, and AUDIO MAGIC ERASER. I can't count the times I have needed this feature in the past! In my opionion the Google phones have always been the best camera phone from the Nexus line to the Google Pixel Pro XL. My pictures are always quality photos! The Google Pixel 9Pro XL is equipped with Genemi AI with 2T Goggle1 free for 1 year. The phone setup took a little time about an hour for me to transfer all apps and files, which was less time than my last phone transfer. In my opionion the Google phones have always been the best camera phone from the Nexus line to the Google Pixel Pro XL. My pictures are always quality photos.

After about 8 months of usage, my screen started displaying a green line on the right side. Reading online it seems like I am not the only one. Lengthy process to get it fixed even though it's under warranty... Not a pleasant experience. Disappointed by the product quality

Negative review for this shipper. They are not deliver phone last 2 week i wait for this phone . I paid full amout. But until now its say delayed .

Google has stepped up their game with the Pixel 9 XL Pro. The phone sports a 6.8" display that is very bright (3000 nits) which makes it easy to see even in bright sunlight. It's lighter than my previous phone, but still has a solid case and strong feel to it. The battery lasts me a little over 24 hours. Fast charging helps as I do have to charge this more often than my previous phone. Google stepped it up also with the cameras on the phone. There are 3 rear facing cameras (50MP wide, 48MP ultrawide, and 48MP telephoto) and one front facing camera (42MP). The photos from the cameras are very good and high resolution. The microphone array works very well. They pick up my voice when I hold the phone at arms length so with recorded video, I can hear my voice whether I'm holding the phone close to me or not. People I've talked to on phone calls are hearing me clearly when I'm holding the phone close to me and also when I have it on speaker phone with the phone in front of me sitting on a desk. Battery I can run a little more than a day on a charge unless I'm using the phone more than I typically would. Typical use though is about a day. I changed to this phone from a different manufacturer's phone. My previous phone would hold a charge for a few days so the shorter battery life of the Pixel 9 is something that I'm having to get used to. The Pixel 9 supports fast charging and I don't have to have it plugged in for long to get the charge back up to 70% or higher. I think it will just be a little time of getting used to plugging it in each day for around half an hour to one hour. Cameras The array of cameras on the Pixel 9 is crazy. Three cameras on the rear of the phone that range between 48MP to 50MP. I'm really liking the results from each of them. They produce high quality high resolution photos. Also the video produced from them is great. You can record video up to 60 frames per second in FHD and 4K. You also get the option for 8K30p. I did notice that when you record video in 4K or use the 8K option, the phone does heat up some, but I never had a problem where it heated up to the point that I felt it was too hot. Also with the 8K option it will require the Video Boost option. I recorded video using 8K30p option and noticed that right after the video ended, the resulting video was a little higher resolution than 4K DCI, but once it was boosted, the resolution was 8K. As far as photos go, they look amazing from each camera. Google has added many photo options to the Pixel 9. The Add Me feature is a brilliant idea. I'll be using the Auto Frame option even more in the future. The Magic Editor is fun to play with. I also like that I can blur out the background of a photo without it causing a problem with me being in the foreground. That helped me when I took some photos of myself downtown and didn't want faces of the people around me to be distracting. I was able to blur everything in the photo except me. Processors The Pixel 9 sports the Tensor G4. This processor is fast and can be seen while using the phone by just how responsive everything is. Apps launched fast for me and general use such as app switching was incredibly fast for me. It also has the Gemini Nano. It helps with local processing of language models as well as some of the processing involving video and photo features. Applying changes to photos was fast and given that I was applying changes to 50MP photos on a phone, I was impressed with the speed at which changes were applied. The Gemini Nano also helps with natural language processing. I was able to see the benefit of this when I was converting my speech to text. I have done this in the past with my Android tablet, but it is always slow and gets a lot of the conversions from speech to text wrong which causes me to have to manually edit the documents. I was able to convert my speech to text for a multi-page document and only had to make one correction compared to doing the same thing with my Android tablet which had me making so many corrections that it almost isn't worth the hassle doing it on my tablet. AI Google had AI in mind when making the Pixel 9. It has the processor, the Gemini Nano, that is needed to make altering of photos, converting speech to text, reading text to you, and much more fast and easy. A big plus is that you can use Gemini as your personal assistant. It's was able to better understand my voice and was much more accurate than the personal assistant that I used on my previous phone. It's much better for me and removes the headaches I had with my previous phone. Having the ability to use local language models is a big help to me as I hike in National Forests and I often find that I don't have cell phone service, but I can still use speech to text to take my notes and it works well. eSOS Google has added a feature called eSOS which will appeal to many that are active. It will use satellites to send information to emergency personnel if you are needing help. I like the peace of mind that I will have when out hiking in places where I don't have cell service. Google, at least at the launch of the Pixel 9, is offering 2 years of this service at no charge which will allow users to take advantage of the feature and decide later if they want to keep it or not. I think many will be like me and have some piece of mind knowing that it will get a message out to first responders if something happens. Final Thoughts I really like the Pixel 9 Pro XL. It's incredibly fast and responsive, has so many photo and video features to count, and is more than capable when it comes to AI. The only things I would say are negatives would be the battery life and the placement of the volume and power buttons. I find that I, more often than not, press the volume up when I'm intending to press the power button. I'll get used to that in time, but hopefully Google will change the placement of the volume button to the opposite side of the phone in future models. Google has done an amazing job with the Pixel 9. I hope Google continues down this path going forward.

The 9 Pro XL is a quality-built product. Its frame is made from aluminum, and both the front and back sides are covered in Gorilla Glass Victus2. The look is elegant, with a matte finish on the back that contrasts nicely with the shiny frame. It is quite comfortable in the hand and feels good no matter how you hold it. In the normal position, the weight is distributed slightly towards the phone's bottom half. On the right edge of the phone are a volume rocker and a power button, which have a good feel. A down-firing speaker, one in the earpiece for media use, USB-C (v3.2) port, and a SIM card tray are located along the bottom edge. There is no Memory card slot. For security, there is an under-display fingerprint sensor. Located in the lower half of the screen it is highly responsive to fingerprint input. The Facial Unlock feature was quite impressive, consistently recognizing my face with and without glasses. The 9 Pro XL has Google's Tensor G4 processor and Titan M2 security chip (which is used to secure sensitive data like biometrics). Google says the Tensor G4 speeds up web browsing by 20% and app launches by 17%. The processor allows the 9 Pro XL to run Gemini Nano for tasks like transcribing and translating languages without an internet connection. Add me – this camera feature allows you to add yourself to a group photo. You take the first picture and then have someone in the photo take a picture of you where you stand next to everyone in the first picture, and then the phone combines the two images. This feature works well; the camera walks you through the process of taking the two photos and does a decent job combining them. We found out that you have to have people in the photo for this to work. I tried to use it on a group of stuffed animals, and it did not work at all. Auto frame in Editor – this feature works well, though you have to understand the logic of their icons to get started. The cropping tool is useful; it has 6 standard settings and one where you choose how to crop the image. You also have an auto crop/rotation option to let the phone AI decide the best cropping. There is also a rotation option where you can rotate the image as you crop it, which works by determining the degree of rotation. There is a skewing crop option, but it does not seem to add much to your photo editing. Reimagine – this feature has its plusses and minuses. Once you have the photo and you hit edit, it is not clear how you need to start adding AI portions to your photo. There is a button with no label on the bottom to the left you have to hit. This brings up your image with the instructions to circle, brush, or tap to select. This is how you define the area to create an AI effect. The sensitivity of the selection tool is broad, but you can refine it with an add/subtract option. You can then erase the area or reimagine it by typing in instructions of what you want to see. Some things it cannot generate (monkeys, pigs), but others it can. It does not always come up with the object you asked for (for example, I asked for a tank bumper, which gave me the back end of several SUVs, but I never got a tank in 15 tries). I have used other online AI-generating software that works better. Panorama—This feature works really well. You take a couple of photos, and the camera directs you to add images, which are then stitched together in one well-composed image. Zoom enhance—This is an excellent feature that the camera has—it will do up to 5x zoom, and the quality of the image at the max is excellent. This works on new and existing photos as long as the image has a high resolution. The only drawback is that it does not work in portrait mode when taking a new photo—you only have the option to increase by 2x. It also has a super-res Zoom video up to 20X. Regular camera features – there are several settings you can use to take photos. Under the photo option, you can use a long exposure, action pan, set the brightness level, shadow, white balance, manual focus, shutter speed, and iso. The camera has improved how it deals with shadows, darker skin tones, and night shots. It does not always portray colors accurately, sometimes over-filtering the yellows. These can be adjusted through postproduction by the camera filtering system. The images under these conditions look great. The blur correction worked well. Low-light photography remains excellent. In a nearly pitch-black room, the Pixel renders colors that aren't visible to the eye, though they are on the splotchy side. Other features of the phone: Gemini Live—here, you can either type or speak a question, and the phone searches the Internet for answers. I asked it to tell me how to make a painting, what an arteriovenous malformation is, and what restaurants are near me now. It came up with logical answers to my questions and gave me a list of nearby restaurants. But without a data connection, many Gemini features don’t work. You are given access to the Gemini One AI premium plan for a year which includes Gemini Live, but after that, it will cost you $19.99 per month, a high price for added storage, the Geeminy assistant, and the weak AI features. At this stage the AI is not as robust as say the AI on Windows 11 for Arm Processors. Keep Notes—This is a simple program to keep notes, though it is a little buggy. I tried to increase the font size, and it was not easy to find how to do this, and it would not remember to keep the font at a larger size. On the fun side, the program lets you add emojis, animated gifs, a library of stickers, and even emojis. Pixel Screenshots – this program organizes your screenshots so you can put them in categories and search for them easily. It works nicely and is relatively easy to use. They do not explain how to take a screenshot on your phone, and I had to look it up on the internet. To do this, you press the power button and the down volume button at the same time. Weather—By clicking on the temperature on the home screen, the phone opens a detailed page with the current weather, hourly forecast, 10-day forecast, wind, humidity, UV index, pressure, sunrise and sunset, and hourly details for rain, wind, and humidity. The phone is enjoyable to use. The apps download easily from the Play Store, but any apps I have from Amazon are clumsy since they don’t install directly on the phone but only through an Amazon Apps installer, meaning it takes several steps to start using them. I have an app that was purchased through Amazon 13 years ago that Amazon says is compatible with the phone, but it does not show up in the list of apps I see on the Amazon Apps installer on the phone. The Updated Play Store (on all Android phones Now) is organized differently as it does not open to a window with a search bar – you have to locate that button at the bottom of the screen. The way they give you notice of a new activity is very muted; there is a little peach-colored circle that appears at the upper right corner of the icon for the app. In the messaging program, this same circle is sometimes challenging to see when determining your new messages. One nice thing about the messaging app is that it shows who sent the last message to each of your contacts. It's easy to see if someone replied to your previous message. I like how the phone asks if the last call you received was spam and gives you the option to mark it that way in your database. Size and comfort—The phone is the same size as my last phone. It is quite comfortable in my hands and easy to use for texting and other typing activities (even with my wife's short, stumpy fingers). The weight is slightly heavier than my last phone, but this is not a detrimental quality. The layout of the apps works like all other Android phones, though I had to look up how to access all the icons for the apps since they varied from my last phone. The display is advertised as being 30% brighter than other phones. The Pixel’s bright screen proved helpful when I was framing shots on a sunny day; the display was evident and responsive. The phone's images are extremely clear, colorful, and sharp. I experienced smooth scrolling and responsive animations, and the display automatically adjusts to save battery life when high refresh rates aren't needed. The phone's screens use Gorilla Glass, which is wonderful. I have always added a screen protector to my phone to prevent scratches, and this will not be necessary with this phone. The screens are smooth, and fingertip mobility is quick on this surface. Charging and battery life: The battery life is about 30 hours per charge. Using the power brick charger made for the phone, a 45W USB-C, it takes less than an hour to charge the phone to 50%. This does not come with the phone but is an optional accessory. One interesting feature that I like is the SOS on Satellite (Satellite SOS program). You can message emergency services and share your location when you can’t connect to a mobile or WiFi Network. There is a Demo so you can try this out without really calling emergency services. It is easy to use, and the instructions on connecting to the satellite. During a real emergency, a message will be sent to Garmin Response, the service handling the Satellite SOS program. lt is too bad this is only free for two years. The exact cost after that has not yet been released. Overall, I like the Phone with its strong construction, good looks, beautiful screen, fast processor, and multiple camera features, despite several inadequacies: the paywall options with teaser pricing, the sketchy AI at this stage, No Micro SD Slot, no included 45W superfast charging brick, only the USB-C cord is included. Limited Storage, with the hope that you will buy more from the cloud like so many other devices, which are going to this type of plan.

I've owned the pixel prosince the Google pixel 6 models came out. This is the very first one that has impressed me enough to actually use it as my daily driver. I usually would use pixelphonesfor 3 days and toss it in a drawer and switch back to one of my Galaxy ultra models. This is the 1st version of the Pixel phone where I've been impressed enough with the phone and it's features not to easily dismiss it. I love the flat display with the new addition of the ultrasonic fingerprint scanner, it just works every time, on the downside it still doesn't work with the screen off. The screen has to be lit up, either lift to wake or a double tap for the fingerprint scanner to function. A update would definitely improve this feature drastically. Screen brightness outdoors is great, nice and bright and easy to read even with a glass privacy screen protector installed. Battery life is pretty good, after a8 hour work day I'm still around 55% left for the evening. When bedtime hits the phone is around 19% when I drop it on my wireless charger for the night. I still use my Galaxy ring and watch 6 classic with the 9 pro xl. Surprisingly both transferred over from my S24 ultra perfectly. I find the tesnor chip to be very snappy for all my uses, whether taking photos, playing games, or multi tasking on the 9 pro xl. One time I got a "Phone needs to cool down" message while taking photos on a 95 f day by my pool. But kinda to be expected on a crazy hot day with a newer high end phone these days. Charging speeds are improved over last iterations of the pixel pro models. Especially using a 25w charger or higher. Gemini AI is pretty impressive built in feature and I've found it very useful accomplishing a few tasks at home. The cameras are all the same from the 8 pro models, but they are up to speed with other competitors in the market. But I do wish they were improved more for the upgraded price of the new pixel line up. However, I would recommend the phone for anyone needing a new phone or upgrade.

This is the best Android phone I have ever used. I have been an iPhone user since the original was released in 2007. I have had every iPhone through the iPhone 15 Pro Max and this was the one that made me switch. I have tried for a long time to get away from iPhones and this is was the was the one that made it the easiest to switch. It may be because it looks and feels like an iPhone but that's not a bad thing. The design looks and feels premium. The camera is the best on a smartphone to date in my opinion. I have tried other Android devices and I never cared for the Android skinned versions of others. The Pixel 9 Pro XL gives you the cleanest form of Android that is how Google intended users to use. You don’t get 2 versions of apps with wasted storage space like from Samsung. The battery is excellent and will get you through a full day even with heavy use. Google Pixel phones have been getting better and better with every iteration and Google knocked this one out of the park in my opinion. The large screen is excellent and is a higher resolution than any iPhone. Consuming content on the large immersive screen is a joy. The speakers are loud enough and sound great. I personally am not one to care too much about AI, but the many features are there for those who do. The processor is nothing to write home about if you do anything heavy on the device like gaming. However, if you are a casual user like myself and use it mainly for calls, text, taking photos and watching content, then this is well more than enough of a phone to take care of those tasks. You don’t need a super processor to watch Netflix or search for the nearest burger joint. This is the Android phone to get. I highly recommend the Pixel 9 Pro XL.

I've been using the phone for more than a week now and it's been great. "The Pixel 9 Pro XL is a powerhouse. Its stunning display, combined with Google's exceptional camera capabilities and smooth performance, makes it a top-tier Android experience. If you're looking for a premium phone that excels in photography and software, this is it.

A little rocky at the beginning but now its good. I Had to exchange my Brand new Pixel 9 pro XL for another one because the first one had an extreme lag problem where the apps and UI would move very slow half of the time for no reason. Resetting and restarting did not help. This problem stopped when the phone was plugged in and charging. I read online this could be a battery issue, where other users reported similar problems and symptoms. My second Pixel 9 Pro XL does not have this problem. So im sure the first one was defective. I understand that happens with tech so im not too bothered about it. However, still selling phones with only 128GB storage is scammy in 2025. Regardless of cloud storage memberships, storage capacities should be 512 GB min. Since manufacturing is going to be ramping up in the next years to come, I look foward to seeing future phones not cost too much and with higher default storage. The Pixel 9 Pro XL is great. Great screen and brightness, feels durable, i like the shape, great UI and Google is never a let down. Great battery and excellent XL screen size. Camera is very good, actually better than Samsung phones when it comes to picture detail. I rarely see a blur when snapping photos which is a problem samsung phones have, even the ultra models. The Pixel line up has gotten better each time!

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a standout in the smartphone market, offering a blend of elegant design and cutting-edge technology. Its 6.8-inch Super Actua OLED display is incredibly bright and vibrant, making it perfect for media consumption and gaming. Powered by the Google Tensor G4 chip, the phone delivers smooth performance and efficient multitasking. The AI capabilities enhance user experience by offering features like image generation and itinerary planning. The build quality is top-notch, with a sturdy aluminum frame and Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on both the front and back, ensuring durability. On the camera front, the Pixel 9 Pro XL excels with its triple rear camera setup, including a 50MP main sensor, a 48MP ultrawide, and a 48MP telephoto lens. The 42MP front camera also ensures high-quality selfies. Battery life is impressive, lasting over 12 hours on a single charge, which is a significant improvement over previous models. Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a powerful device that showcases Google’s vision for the future of smartphones.

The Pixel 9 Pro XL is not just a smartphone — it's an intelligent assistant that elevates daily life with its incredible AI-powered tools. Google has seamlessly integrated AI features that make this phone stand out from the crowd. The camera is a perfect example of AI in action. With features like Magic Eraser, Photo Unblur, and Real Tone, your photos look flawless with minimal effort. Night Sight is astonishing, capturing stunning low-light shots that feel like magic. The AI also optimizes images on the fly, ensuring every picture is frame-worthy. The voice-to-text capabilities are incredibly accurate and fast, making dictation a breeze. Live Translate is another standout feature — translating conversations in real time has been a game-changer for traveling and connecting with people who speak different languages. Call Assist takes phone calls to a whole new level, screening spam and providing AI-powered suggestions for responses during calls. Paired with Google's Assistant, this phone makes multitasking effortless, whether setting reminders, controlling smart home devices, or finding answers in an instant. Even the battery management benefits from AI, learning your usage patterns to optimize battery life. Combined with the Tensor G3 chip, everything from gaming to streaming is smooth and lag-free. The Pixel 9 Pro XL truly showcases the potential of AI in a smartphone. If you're ready for a device that doesn't just work for you but works with you, this is the one to beat.

The phone is nice but not worth $1100 for the base model 128gb storage which I got. I have OnePlus 12R which has also 16gb Ram, 256gb storage, better display and older chipset Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and runs as good as the Pixel 9 pro XL at 60% cheaper in my case even less as I got it on preorder with trade in for $350. I got the the Pixel 9 pro XL also on preorder and only because Best Buy gave me $490 trade in for my iPhone 13 + $200 gift card so my total was $646 and that's a decent price for the phone. The AI doesn't interest me at all. Camera is mediocre compared to the iPhone. The screen is the best in the Pixel series, but not as good as the OnePlus or iPhone, the front camera hole is huge and makes the screen ugly. The main reason for getting a Pixel phone is because I like the stock Android from Google and it gets the latest updates before any other brand. If you don't need the bigger screen and battery go for the regular Pixel at $799. Also worth noting that the Pixel 9 pro XL doesn't charge faster even with the original Google 45W charger, still takes 1.5-2 hours for full charge with Adaptive Charging off, while OnePlus 12R goes 0-100% in 45 minutes and last longer because is 5500 milliamp capacity. The Pixel 9 pro XL is a nice phone with great build quality but if it wasn't the trade in and the gift card I would not buy it. It should go on sale for Black Friday and that's a good time to get it if you want to.

The Pixel 9 Pro is a powerhouse device that brings Google's best hardware and software into one sleek package. The obsidian black model looks elegant and sophisticated, with a premium feel in hand. With its upgraded RAM, the phone handles multitasking effortlessly, and its performance is smooth even when running demanding apps. The camera system is outstanding, capturing crisp, vibrant photos even in low light. Google's AI-powered features, like the improved Magic Eraser and real-time photo enhancements, make photography a breeze. Battery life is solid, and the phone charges quickly, so you’re never tethered to an outlet for long. The software is intuitive, with seamless integration of Google’s ecosystem. Stock Android fans will love the clean interface, and the new AI features enhance the overall user experience, making tasks quicker and more personalized. The security features are also top-notch, providing peace of mind. While the price is on the higher end, the performance and features make it a worthy investment, especially for those who prioritize a great camera and smooth performance. If you're looking for a premium Android phone, the Pixel 9 Pro is a fantastic choice.

A Solid Flagship with Google's AI Magic Pros: * Excellent camera: Captures stunning photos & videos, even in challenging conditions. * Tensor G4 chip: Smooth performance, optimized for AI features. * Latest Android updates: First in line for new features & security patches. * Compact & comfortable design: Easy to hold & use with one hand. Cons: * Battery life could be better: Heavy users may need to charge during the day. * No expandable storage: Choose your storage wisely at purchase. * Speakers are average: Fine for casual listening, but not the loudest. Overall: The Pixel 9 is a fantastic phone that excels at photography & AI features. It's a great choice for anyone seeking a compact, powerful device with Google's latest software innovations. Should you buy it? If you prioritize camera quality, AI features, and a clean Android experience, the Pixel 9 is a top contender. However, if you need the absolute best battery life or the most powerful specs, you might consider other options.