Based on what you’ve seen so far, I haven’t unboxed my fold6 yet, should I return it and go the pixel fold? I do game but having a toddler that’s always doing new things, capturing those moments is the higher priority. I look forward to your fold review in a weeks time ❤
@@JayWilFo I only hands on time with the Pixel Fold Pro but it feels awesome. Its thin, the outside screen is a good size and it looks much better than the previous year. I personally prefer the form factor over the Fold 6. But I can't comment on things like battery life, cameras etc since I dont have it yet
I don't know when you got to remember that Google has an unlocked bootloader. That's kind of liberating experience that can support custom ROMs and Samsung doesn't support that anymore. When I think of Apple I think of less options and things are more determined for you. But yet I would argue with an unlocked bootloader and way less bloat, pixel has more customization and freedom than Samsung.
I still use a pixel 6 pro and am very happy with it, striped out a lot of the unnecessary android features and I get a solid 2-3 days of battery life. Its always fun to see new hardware but honestly threes not much in the last few mobile generations in general that's been terribly ground breaking for me. 6 pro is still an incredibly snappy and polished experience. Anyways, great review, love your videos :)
Niagara Launcher is one of the best Android apps to ever exist. Makes every phone/tablet feel at home for me. The thing that differentiates it from other launchers is how smooth it feels. The animations are well tuned, the UI design is so well thought out and just in general it almost feels like a native app that'd come with the phone when it comes to the level of optimisation it has.
For me, Evie was the real shit. Minimalistic and sleek with almost every needed features available. Too bad the devs abandoned the project. Using a third party launcher never felt the same after it died.
Ordered the G pixel 9 pro XL 16/256 (reduced price and benefits if early purchase): Circle to search, Gemini live as assistant (so long Siri/iPhone…), Gemini nano for screenshots app, tripod-like panoramas, etc.
What’s the outside battery life? My previous experience with the pixel 6 was horrible, using my phone outside drained the battery, and the modem was horrible at keeping a stable signal.
Coming from a pixel 6 pro user, my 9 pro xl was still in the 90's percentage wise whenever I would leave a 8 hour work shift vs my pixel 6 pro would be in the low 80s - 70s. Definitely an improvement! I'm loving this phone!
0:33 Nah, I’m cool with both Apple and Google. Each OS has its own ups and downs. What I really dig about the Pixel is its speed and quality when snapping pics-super slick. And like the iPhone, the Pixel’s stock Android is clean, no bloatware like other Android phones. Samsung Knights: stand down and stand by 😂
I pre-ordered this phone in white. So far, I'm thinking with all the reviews, I may just keep my Pixel 6 Pro. None of these gimmicks appeal to me and not sure 1000 bucks is worth it to do what I use the 6 for. Even the screen sizes are almost the same.
I pre-ordered Google pixel 9 pro XL rose quartz colored on the day after. it was announced at made by Google and then received the phone within 3 days later. so it was impressive and I'm loving it today!
In Greece 8 pro costs 670€ and 9pro xl 1250€. 580€!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! It’s not worth to upgrade or just buy 9 pro xl with these small ,to my opinion,deferences. 8 pro is a very good choice .
Great video as always Matthew. You've always been one of the best tech reviewers in the industry. I almost wonder whether it could be nice to do these sorts of comparison videos with phones that are a few generations old. These days most people aren't upgrading every year, they're upgrading every few years. Therefore it could be nice to see the genuine improvements of the Pixel 9 over something like the Pixel 6, for example. Comparing to the Pixel 8 makes it a much harder to point out the differences.
Nice comparison, mate! My 9 Pro XL will be delivered tomorrow. I've got an 8 Pro so not a big upgrade. I typically buy a new phone every year. Work is buying me an iPhone 16 Pro, so I'll have 2 new toys to play with soon.
Matt, thank you Matt. Thank you for informing me that the front facing is in fact bigger. I’m really not a fan of how big it is and I couldn’t tell if it was bigger or just my eyes playing tricks on me. Thank you again.
traded my Z fold to the Pixel 9 XL. I miss the fold but this Pixel 9 is amazing. I love the screen, the tech and the half-ass Ai integration. It's a really good phone. Just wish it would fold in half :)_
I had a 7&8 Pro, skipping this year waiting on that TSMC silicon, I believe Google is going to go all the way flagship premium next year and im here for it, especially if they pair it with a Qualcomm modem then we are in business with efficiency!
Great review, Matthew! The Tensor chip doesn't really excite in the numbers department, which I think we've all expected, but if the quality of life has been improved, that's more than enough. New modem and better battery life, I think that's all Pixel users would hope for, after all it's the software that's attractive with these Pixels. Also, the toupee bit was funny lol (uh.. if it was a bit). Question tho! Does the Pixel 9 retain the secure face unlock that can be used for things like banking apps?
I love your videos. Been watching for years! Did you test out the call recorder/transcribe on this phone yet? Wasn't sure if it is available yet? This feature will be great if it works.
Odd, the size disparity of the "front facing camera" make the 8 pro image better looking hands down... Makes one wonder about the whole comparison. Others talk about how poor the cameras are in the 9...
Pixel 8 Pro has been a good phone for me. However, I have to make a ton of calls in some spotty areas and the reception has IMO been really mediocre. I know it sounds crazy, but that was one of the main reasons I ordered the Pixel 9 Pro XL. I hope the new modem solves my problem! A friend asked me why not an iPhone or a Samsung? I'm not an Apple guy, and I really enjoy stock Android.
10% upgrade and still all this hype?! If I was a UA-camr, I wouldn't say a word about the "new" Pixels, because with such minor upgrades they don't deserve any attention. Google must to understand that! 😖 Same goes for the other brands.
With the current free upgrade to 256GB storage and a 250€ credit in the Google store, I think it's an actual good deal. What other flagship is sitting at 850€ with 256GB? Preferably not a Chinese brand.
Tue 9 Pro camera is perfect. They made exactly the right changes they needed to make. The Pixel 9 Pro is the first camera phone to be an upgrade to the Pixel 5, ever.
I have Pixel 6 for almost 3 years and I’m thinking to upgrade to either P8Pro or 9Pro. What would you recommend? For me 8P feels better money value proposition than crappie AI overpriced P9.
Yeah, the pixel 9 pro XL definitely has way more range and dynamic and depth and it definitely seems a lot more punchier on the base and mids and higher on the highs
@MatthewMoniz, is it worth upgrading from 8 Pro to 9 Pro XL? Will cost me about $300 after trading in the 8 Pro and using the $200 back they're giving me... Torn on whether it's worth the upgrade
Hi, can you share if the top down speakers still have the top one being softer when in vertical mode? Pixel 7 pro had that issue.. Samsung iPhone never had those annoying issues
The mobile is great no major difference from the previous mobile & and about the usage of the phone it depends from person to another for example I am using iphone and the battery goes out quickly and it is not as the company advertised so as I said it depends from person to another person thanks for your review on this phone I learned a lot about the phone
Reviewers must be scared to call out how this is the most minor hardware update in history. It's clear the Google hardware people didn't finish their homework in time for the shareholders
My 8 pro got the best speakers I've ever had on a android phone and in my opinion much better than the 24 ultra. I've had both and the pixels speakers are fuller with more bass and plenty loud, most of the time I have to turn them down.
Google reached its nexus on cameras years ago and has since made incremental improvements. We will likely never see another generational leap with Google Cameras compared to their software algorithms from a few years ago.
At 2:08. They are both at the same Zoom, but the left picture is getting more in the frame and looks more zoomed out (also causing your head to look smaller/thinner). What is the cause of this? Sensor Size? Focal Length?
I've seen video after video of Gemini just bombing and this was no exception lol. He had to guide it to an answer. When it comes to providing information Google's AI just isn't there
Depends, is your batter ylife bad? Are you having connection issues? Phone in bad condition? I mean if you're suffering from any of those things then yes it might be a worthy upgrade for you
The battery life has definitely seemed to drop but not substantially over the past few years. I waited out not getting the seven and the eight hoping that the 9 pro would be a decent improvement over the 6 pro. Do you think the processor and camera has a decent improvement? Thanks for the response Matthew I appreciate your input.@MatthewMoniz
@@jamiesinton6811 The question is whether you have any use for additional processing power and a better camera. If you can do everything with your phone you want to and don't have to hold back on anything, it's still good to use. If you get blocked from apps you want to use because the performance is bad or it is not available because the software is outdated or the power is not enough, you can consider it. There tends to be some sort of improvement in every generation, the question is whether it matters for you. And waiting for some months after release can also reduce the amount you have to pay, at the expense of potentially less update time left, which is still high for the google phones.
If the software would be as good as people make it seem and also the hardware / battery life would be decent, hands down the pixel would be the best phone, but as of now, it can't even be the best android phone. The only lovable perk is the software is clean, but bugs are all around the corner (the most basic ones) and battery is kinda terrible (only Spotify, youtube, gmail insta and small apps (no games) with Bluetooth for max 3 hours a day. Get 5 hours SOT, maybe 6, which is a bit disappointing. (8Pro). If no huge changes are made to both software and hardware for the pixel 10 pro xl, I will happily switch back to my iphone. Here are a few of my issues with the phone • face id - not working / only in super bright • adaptive charging - bs name, not really doing what advertised to • apps close randomly • speakers are low volume • apps (google's own included) not optimized • save location for (photos, videos etc) • notifications not working / disappearing / showing late • tensor chip - battery performance, phone performance (some actions, like deleting photos, rendering some basic apps (obisidian)) - slow in general • fingerprint inconsistency • update delivery delays • service issues • at a glance not working • keyboard way too sensitive
@@Dabby724 i've heard lots of others having issues with the tensor, with the service & the rest are either bugs or quirks that I hate, adaptive charging being one of the most bullshit feature on it, as it only works after a certain time / when I set my alarm (that is anything but adaptive)
@@MatthewMoniz the video was really helpful! I'm coming from a Pixel 6 which still serves me fine - except the charging port is ruined, it's uneconomic to repair (frustrating), and I'm tired of carrying a wireless charger everywhere! All I want is a big Pixel, with a battery that gets me through the day, I want it to last 3 years, and I don't massively care about AI... So I think I'm going 8 and pocketing the £ saving. Thanks again!
@@MartinSpoonEven if you get a new phone, Think about changing your charging habits… Stop violently/ hurriedly pushing in the charging cable into your phone
What do you guys think of the Pixel 9 Pro XL?
hii,
is it worth upgrading from the 8 pro? my battery life is not bad nor great.
No such thing as a perfect phone, it will never exist
Would you daily this phone Matt?
Based on what you’ve seen so far, I haven’t unboxed my fold6 yet, should I return it and go the pixel fold?
I do game but having a toddler that’s always doing new things, capturing those moments is the higher priority.
I look forward to your fold review in a weeks time ❤
@@JayWilFo I only hands on time with the Pixel Fold Pro but it feels awesome. Its thin, the outside screen is a good size and it looks much better than the previous year. I personally prefer the form factor over the Fold 6. But I can't comment on things like battery life, cameras etc since I dont have it yet
When his tone got aggressive with Gemini, Gemini was like "ok here's the deal" 💀
Sometimes you just have to put Gemini in its place
I love that Gemini got the true customer service feel like ok you're being rude so let me get this over with.
Better than ChatGPT trying to mock me or imitate me soo annoying
😅@@MatthewMoniz
I ordered the XL, just waiting to be delivered. First new phone in 6-7 years. And yes the LG G4 looks fantastic. Highly recommended
Wow!! What phone are you upgrading from ?
@@MatthewMoniz I had the Huawei mate 10. I bought it during a trip to Europe, fantastic phone.
@@omarcortes5754 Damn thats going to be a nice upgrade! Let me know how you like it.
I am close to pull the trigger on XL too. Switching from 2 XL. ;)
What 😮
This is the iPhone of the Android world. I can see why hardcore Android fans hate that but the experience is just incredibly refined and enjoyable
Ya I like it a lot. Its my go to Android phone at the moment if i'm not using a foldable.
I don't know when you got to remember that Google has an unlocked bootloader. That's kind of liberating experience that can support custom ROMs and Samsung doesn't support that anymore. When I think of Apple I think of less options and things are more determined for you. But yet I would argue with an unlocked bootloader and way less bloat, pixel has more customization and freedom than Samsung.
From a dev perspective, I have a lot more options with Android phones overall, but more so with the pixel phones.
Why always talk about 🍏😳
Yeah pixel is the apple of androids and even android fand hate it more than iPhone.
Don't know why good things always gets hate
2:17 damn that selfie cam tho...it look's so much better, like there's at least two years apart between the phone's. Good job Google
I agree, but it still looks worse than iPhones
I still use a pixel 6 pro and am very happy with it, striped out a lot of the unnecessary android features and I get a solid 2-3 days of battery life. Its always fun to see new hardware but honestly threes not much in the last few mobile generations in general that's been terribly ground breaking for me. 6 pro is still an incredibly snappy and polished experience. Anyways, great review, love your videos :)
hello can you tell me which application have you deleted to have a good battery
I have the 6 pro and I'm fine 😂 I'll wait for the 10 pro so I'll buy the 8 pro 😂
I feel the same way only I have the P6 & 7pro I'll probably wait for the P10 or P11
You can strip a lot more if you install GrapheneOS! ;)
Niagara Launcher is one of the best Android apps to ever exist. Makes every phone/tablet feel at home for me. The thing that differentiates it from other launchers is how smooth it feels. The animations are well tuned, the UI design is so well thought out and just in general it almost feels like a native app that'd come with the phone when it comes to the level of optimisation it has.
Totally agree! It’s great
@@kindofanmol it is the best launcher
I use it on all my phones
Anything else just looks dated
Agreed. Niagara is a beautiful and unique experience.
For me, Evie was the real shit. Minimalistic and sleek with almost every needed features available. Too bad the devs abandoned the project. Using a third party launcher never felt the same after it died.
Ordered the G pixel 9 pro XL 16/256 (reduced price and benefits if early purchase): Circle to search, Gemini live as assistant (so long Siri/iPhone…), Gemini nano for screenshots app, tripod-like panoramas, etc.
I'm coming from the regular 6 so this is a game changer for me! Going 3 to 4 years between phones has been so much better.
What’s the outside battery life? My previous experience with the pixel 6 was horrible, using my phone outside drained the battery, and the modem was horrible at keeping a stable signal.
Coming from a pixel 6 pro user, my 9 pro xl was still in the 90's percentage wise whenever I would leave a 8 hour work shift vs my pixel 6 pro would be in the low 80s - 70s. Definitely an improvement! I'm loving this phone!
I have a 6a. I'm going to wait a couple of months for the 9 Pro prices to drop.The 9 Pro cameras and the new modem are the reasons to upgrade for me.
All these reviews man 😭 Must resist buying shiny new thing 🫠 I have an 8 Pro, I’m waiting for the 10 with the TSMC chip.
I upgraded from the 8 pro. Was so hard to resist 😂
I have the 6 pro and it's fine 😂 I'll wait for the 10 pro so I'll buy the 8 pro 😂
I just upgraded to the 8 pro from 6 pro. A day later, pixel 9 series was released?! Not even a full year before the new pixel is released.
Same here😂have to resist to buy the pixel 9 pro XL
First gen tsmc vs 4th gen exynos. Buggy on the initial launch?
Hands down, I still love my P8Pro Bay color, going to rock this for the next couple of years.
I don't think I'll do an upgrade from the 8 pro. No real major jumps just little fixes here and there 🤷
0:33 Nah, I’m cool with both Apple and Google. Each OS has its own ups and downs. What I really dig about the Pixel is its speed and quality when snapping pics-super slick. And like the iPhone, the Pixel’s stock Android is clean, no bloatware like other Android phones. Samsung Knights: stand down and stand by 😂
I pre-ordered this phone in white. So far, I'm thinking with all the reviews, I may just keep my Pixel 6 Pro. None of these gimmicks appeal to me and not sure 1000 bucks is worth it to do what I use the 6 for. Even the screen sizes are almost the same.
I'm gonna stick with my Pixel 4a until next year. I plan to get the 10 and I can't wait!!
I pre-ordered Google pixel 9 pro XL rose quartz colored on the day after. it was announced at made by Google and then received the phone within 3 days later. so it was impressive and I'm loving it today!
In Greece 8 pro costs 670€ and 9pro xl 1250€. 580€!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! It’s not worth to upgrade or just buy 9 pro xl with these small ,to my opinion,deferences. 8 pro is a very good choice .
Why do all the 9 Pro XL photos look all washed out compared to the much better colors and sharper ones for 8 Pro?
I thought I was the only one seeing that
I see it today, it's a beautiful phone, hopefully it lasts me another 2-3 years
Great video as always Matthew. You've always been one of the best tech reviewers in the industry. I almost wonder whether it could be nice to do these sorts of comparison videos with phones that are a few generations old. These days most people aren't upgrading every year, they're upgrading every few years. Therefore it could be nice to see the genuine improvements of the Pixel 9 over something like the Pixel 6, for example. Comparing to the Pixel 8 makes it a much harder to point out the differences.
I've been saying the same thing everywhere. We're going to get bored watching UA-cam if they don't start comparing older generations. 🙄
Thanks for the comparison video. I was strongly considering upgrading. Watching this helped me decide against it. I just got the pixel 8 pro
I am keeping mine as well, unless they do bonus trade ins again and I can upgrade for about $200.
I just bought a 9 Pro XL because my old phone's battery is so swollen it's about to explode like a pager in the Middle East.
please do pixel 8 vs pixel 9 (base models)
Nice comparison, mate! My 9 Pro XL will be delivered tomorrow. I've got an 8 Pro so not a big upgrade. I typically buy a new phone every year. Work is buying me an iPhone 16 Pro, so I'll have 2 new toys to play with soon.
And??
@@kamilaw.2126 And... what?
Just curious, which phone do you like better, or are you enjoying both in different ways? I personally use & love both Android & IOS.
@@kamilaw.2126rude!!!!!!!
@@katinasoutherland7693 I use the Pixel a lot more. Probably because I'm just more comfortable with Android.
Seeing Niagara launcher puts a smile on my face
I love it. Late to the party but I’m here
Matt, thank you Matt. Thank you for informing me that the front facing is in fact bigger. I’m really not a fan of how big it is and I couldn’t tell if it was bigger or just my eyes playing tricks on me. Thank you again.
I'm a smartphone design enthusiast
This obsidian pixel 9 pro/xl look sick
Can't say the same about the fold tho
traded my Z fold to the Pixel 9 XL. I miss the fold but this Pixel 9 is amazing. I love the screen, the tech and the half-ass Ai integration. It's a really good phone. Just wish it would fold in half :)_
Got my 8 Pro last year, don't see a need to upgrade to this. My last Pixel was the 3XL for a long time 🤷♂️ also not a fan of the iphone design?
At 4:54 mins, the 9PXL looks to have a different 'tone' than the 8P. I'm hoping to see a compare with both at max brightness.
Niagara should be native on Android
It's so clean and I can really enjoy my wallpapers
That conversation is crazy 🤯
Is it 7yrs of OS & Security updates, or just 7yrs security updates?
I had a 7&8 Pro, skipping this year waiting on that TSMC silicon, I believe Google is going to go all the way flagship premium next year and im here for it, especially if they pair it with a Qualcomm modem then we are in business with efficiency!
It’s 2024 and sadly pixels still not available in my region. Google is soooo slow in their region support.
Is it worth the upgrade from a pixel 7 pro to pixel 9 pro XL?
No
Actually maybe yeah,
If you experience call/ reception issues & you have the cash
Depends, if you have any issues with your phone then maybe. But if you're happy I'd wait one more year.
nope
I would wait for the Pixel 10.
It'll come with the TSMC chip.
Great review, Matthew! The Tensor chip doesn't really excite in the numbers department, which I think we've all expected, but if the quality of life has been improved, that's more than enough. New modem and better battery life, I think that's all Pixel users would hope for, after all it's the software that's attractive with these Pixels. Also, the toupee bit was funny lol (uh.. if it was a bit).
Question tho! Does the Pixel 9 retain the secure face unlock that can be used for things like banking apps?
I saw you have WireGuard so may I know did you configured your tunel?
I love your videos. Been watching for years! Did you test out the call recorder/transcribe on this phone yet? Wasn't sure if it is available yet? This feature will be great if it works.
Odd, the size disparity of the "front facing camera" make the 8 pro image better looking hands down... Makes one wonder about the whole comparison. Others talk about how poor the cameras are in the 9...
Pixel 8 Pro has been a good phone for me. However, I have to make a ton of calls in some spotty areas and the reception has IMO been really mediocre. I know it sounds crazy, but that was one of the main reasons I ordered the Pixel 9 Pro XL. I hope the new modem solves my problem! A friend asked me why not an iPhone or a Samsung? I'm not an Apple guy, and I really enjoy stock Android.
did the bezels get bigger ?
Pixel 8 pros in Japan are about $680 used. Quite the deal if you ask me 😊
350€ here in france lol
The android users were saying they were tired with curved screen and now they are giving us the flat screen I think we should stop the criticism
10% upgrade and still all this hype?! If I was a UA-camr, I wouldn't say a word about the "new" Pixels, because with such minor upgrades they don't deserve any attention. Google must to understand that! 😖 Same goes for the other brands.
Watching on my pixel 8 Pro 1 TB 98% battery health that I bought only for 450 from another person. I really love it.
dayum i seen a 512 gb version for 365€ on used market almost new
5G Is not working on all Pixel phone here in the Philippines. I don't get it, iPhones bought in the US are working fine here.
The latest update should remove those restrictions
Summing up: don't upgrade if you already own the 8 Pro. It's not worth paying that much for the minor upgrades.
I own the base 8 so i definitely ordered the 9pro
8:35 Woah woah, Im interested in the TV's now. What's wrong with the 65inch?!
With the current free upgrade to 256GB storage and a 250€ credit in the Google store, I think it's an actual good deal. What other flagship is sitting at 850€ with 256GB? Preferably not a Chinese brand.
Thanks for the comparison Matt. I've always liked the look of the Pixel phones, and this new model is even better.
You're welcome Bryan! Hope you're having a good week
@@MatthewMoniz Thanks Matt, and you too.
Still love my 8 pro 😄 no serious issues with it. But i will upgrade to the 10 pro xl next year
Tue 9 Pro camera is perfect. They made exactly the right changes they needed to make. The Pixel 9 Pro is the first camera phone to be an upgrade to the Pixel 5, ever.
I have Pixel 6 for almost 3 years and I’m thinking to upgrade to either P8Pro or 9Pro. What would you recommend? For me 8P feels better money value proposition than crappie AI overpriced P9.
See which offers better deals and or trade in
If you prefer the 8, get the 8 I'd say
3:59 I was listening with my Sony XM4 without watching the video and I literally could not tell if the device changed.
It did and the audio is so close it's negligible
Is the pixel 8 pro better than the honor magic 6 pro. Would love to know .
Not enough improvement to upgrade my pixel 8 Pro ..... maybe next year
nice review as always!!!!
Would you say the pixel 9 pro XL is better than the S24 Ultra? Samsung has better chip and I feel like the pixel price at release time is way too high
Yeah, the pixel 9 pro XL definitely has way more range and dynamic and depth and it definitely seems a lot more punchier on the base and mids and higher on the highs
Great video Matt!
Thanks!
pixel 8 pro front camera looked better???
Definitely not
Wifi 7 320MHz?
Could you not have done a speedtest to a wifi 7 router?
Of course the battery is better in the new phone - it's a new battery and you have less apps on it
@MatthewMoniz, is it worth upgrading from 8 Pro to 9 Pro XL? Will cost me about $300 after trading in the 8 Pro and using the $200 back they're giving me... Torn on whether it's worth the upgrade
I dont think it is! I'd wait for the Pixel 10 Pro
@@MatthewMoniz what about the AI features? Are they an upgrade?
is that the stock launcher on the pixel 9 pro xl?
Your video its one of the Best i have seen so far!!🎉
Thank you so much 😀
Hi, can you share if the top down speakers still have the top one being softer when in vertical mode? Pixel 7 pro had that issue.. Samsung iPhone never had those annoying issues
The mobile is great no major difference from the previous mobile & and about the usage of the phone it depends from person to another for example I am using iphone and the battery goes out quickly and it is not as the company advertised so as I said it depends from person to another person thanks for your review on this phone I learned a lot about the phone
Would you recommend this to someone, who uses the regular Pixel 8?
I’d wait your phone is still great
Reviewers must be scared to call out how this is the most minor hardware update in history. It's clear the Google hardware people didn't finish their homework in time for the shareholders
Mine is coming soon. Coming today.
nice! Let me know how you like it
On my pixel 7 I tried Gemini live it is very impressive
My 8 pro got the best speakers I've ever had on a android phone and in my opinion much better than the 24 ultra. I've had both and the pixels speakers are fuller with more bass and plenty loud, most of the time I have to turn them down.
The 24 ultra speakers are killing the 8 pro. I have the 8 pro now and the speakers sound like there is no fullness.
The XL doesn't even have a 1440p display resolution so no.
In terms of quality camera i personally think it does not worth the upgrade, i will just keep my 8 pro for a while i guess 🎉
No year over year phone is a worthy upgrade and yes it's much too close to the 8 pro except for the front camera
Google reached its nexus on cameras years ago and has since made incremental improvements. We will likely never see another generational leap with Google Cameras compared to their software algorithms from a few years ago.
I'm planning for pixel 7 pro ,is it a good buy right now or should i go for pixel 8
Do you not mind the size difference?
If not, get the 7 pro
Grab the 8 for the continued software support.
At 2:08. They are both at the same Zoom, but the left picture is getting more in the frame and looks more zoomed out (also causing your head to look smaller/thinner). What is the cause of this? Sensor Size? Focal Length?
Great Eye! they are both on "1X" mode but the focal length is wider on the Pixel 9 Pro for 1X then it is on the 8 Pro.
I've seen video after video of Gemini just bombing and this was no exception lol. He had to guide it to an answer. When it comes to providing information Google's AI just isn't there
Is it worth upgrading from a Pixel 6 pro to the pixel 9 pro xl?
Depends, is your batter ylife bad? Are you having connection issues? Phone in bad condition? I mean if you're suffering from any of those things then yes it might be a worthy upgrade for you
The battery life has definitely seemed to drop but not substantially over the past few years. I waited out not getting the seven and the eight hoping that the 9 pro would be a decent improvement over the 6 pro. Do you think the processor and camera has a decent improvement? Thanks for the response Matthew I appreciate your input.@MatthewMoniz
@@jamiesinton6811 The question is whether you have any use for additional processing power and a better camera. If you can do everything with your phone you want to and don't have to hold back on anything, it's still good to use. If you get blocked from apps you want to use because the performance is bad or it is not available because the software is outdated or the power is not enough, you can consider it.
There tends to be some sort of improvement in every generation, the question is whether it matters for you. And waiting for some months after release can also reduce the amount you have to pay, at the expense of potentially less update time left, which is still high for the google phones.
Donno why from the front pixel 9 pro xl looks older comparing to Pixel 8 pro😑
will this run whatsapp, spotify, outlook and make phone calls really well? oh to really push the limits, i'm going take photos with night sight.
Pixels have ergonomics down. Now they move to a new foundry for pixel 10 so the future looks good.
Ufs on Pixel 9 Pro XL are 3.1 or 4?
3.1
You mentioned that it's an SD card at the bottom of the phone, we all know you meant the SIM card but just thought I'd let you know
There's a pop up on the screen that says sim card. Thanks Marco
My bad. I was just listening to it and not watching the video haha.
I'll just wait for good number Pixel 10 Pro XL. Using Pixel 6 Pro.
This is helpful! I have the 8 pro and have been considering uograding with the good trade in value 🤷🏾♀️
Glad it was helpful! I don't think it's worth the upgrade but if the trade in is incredible and you don't care why not
Same. $699 trade in for the 8 pro plus the store credits plus the Google one 10% credit make it almost free.
If the software would be as good as people make it seem and also the hardware / battery life would be decent, hands down the pixel would be the best phone, but as of now, it can't even be the best android phone. The only lovable perk is the software is clean, but bugs are all around the corner (the most basic ones) and battery is kinda terrible (only Spotify, youtube, gmail insta and small apps (no games) with Bluetooth for max 3 hours a day. Get 5 hours SOT, maybe 6, which is a bit disappointing. (8Pro). If no huge changes are made to both software and hardware for the pixel 10 pro xl, I will happily switch back to my iphone. Here are a few of my issues with the phone
• face id - not working / only in super bright
• adaptive charging - bs name, not really doing what advertised to
• apps close randomly
• speakers are low volume
• apps (google's own included) not optimized
• save location for (photos, videos etc)
• notifications not working / disappearing / showing late
• tensor chip - battery performance, phone performance (some actions, like deleting photos, rendering some basic apps (obisidian)) - slow in general
• fingerprint inconsistency
• update delivery delays
• service issues
• at a glance not working
• keyboard way too sensitive
I have none of the issues you listed and I have a pixel 8 pro 🤷♂️
@@Dabby724 i've heard lots of others having issues with the tensor, with the service & the rest are either bugs or quirks that I hate, adaptive charging being one of the most bullshit feature on it, as it only works after a certain time / when I set my alarm (that is anything but adaptive)
Im still rocking pixel 6 & 7pro 🩷💚
Charging iPhone prices for these new phones
No need to upgrade from the 8pro this year. Still i like the new iPhone look in 2024 😂
Gemini live really stressed you there. He is a great sales AI. Lol 😂
I need a Pixel 9 pro vs Fold 6...damn
I feel like the Pixel has finally reached its final form and I'm loving it. #teampixel #googlegangsta
Gemini live is not a pixel 9 pro feature though.
Ya I know you can use it on most other Android phones now. Never said it was but it came out around the same time they announced it
@@MatthewMonizI have been able to use Gemini with follow questions for months. Assistant had the ability to answer follow up questions.
It is worth to upgrade from p8 to p9?
Base model to base model?
No
nope
Actually I use iPhone 15 pro max. I start thinking about swapping to pixel phone.
Great video! I was looking for an excitement video about the Pixel 9 Pro and you gave it to me. Can't wait till I get my hands on my Pixel. 🙋🏽♂️😎
I am in a position where I can buy either phone new at a discount, but the 9 is £150 more - hoping this helps me decide!
Let me know what you decide and of course I'm happy to answer any questions
@@MatthewMoniz the video was really helpful! I'm coming from a Pixel 6 which still serves me fine - except the charging port is ruined, it's uneconomic to repair (frustrating), and I'm tired of carrying a wireless charger everywhere! All I want is a big Pixel, with a battery that gets me through the day, I want it to last 3 years, and I don't massively care about AI... So I think I'm going 8 and pocketing the £ saving. Thanks again!
@@MartinSpoonEven if you get a new phone,
Think about changing your charging habits…
Stop violently/ hurriedly pushing in the charging cable into your phone