Google Pixel 9 Pro Pre-orders Open: Best Deals on the New Android Flagship

Google's latest Android smartphones, the Pixel 9 series, have arrived, boasting cutting-edge technology and integrated AI features. With three standard models – the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, and Pixel 9 Pro XL – and a new foldable Pixel 9 Pro Fold, there's a device for every need. Pre-orders are live, and these devices begin shipping from 22nd August and 4th September, depending on the chosen model and configuration.

A Giant Leap for Mobile AI: The Google Pixel 9 Series

The Pixel 9 series represents a significant leap forward in mobile artificial intelligence, offering a range of new features and enhanced performance.

Google Pixel 9 Pro: Advanced Functionality with Integrated AI and Enhanced Cameras

The Pixel 9 Pro is a powerful smartphone featuring a stunning 6.3-inch Super Actua OLED touchscreen with a 120Hz refresh rate, a robust camera system, and a range of AI-driven features. This waterproof and durable device comes in several new colours.

The camera system boasts three rear-facing cameras, with the primary wide camera offering a 50MP resolution. However, it's the AI-powered photo enhancement and editing tools that truly set the Pixel 9 apart. These include the "Add Me" feature, allowing users to seamlessly include themselves in group photos.

Building upon the Pixel 8 Pro, the Pixel 9 Pro is powered by the Tensor G4 processor, boasts an extended battery life, and offers even more powerful AI tools, including the Gemini Assistant. Additional features include a Thermometer app for quick temperature readings and Satellite SOS for emergency communication via satellite in remote areas without cellular coverage. Google has also pledged seven years of OS and security updates for the device.

Available in four colours, the Pixel 9 Pro comes in 128GB (£899), 256GB (£999), 512GB (£1,119), or 1TB (£1,349) internal storage options.

Pre-order deals:

Best Buy: £180 Best Buy gift card and a three-month Google One subscription.

Amazon: £180 Amazon gift card.

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL: Same Pixel 9 Pro, Larger Display

The Pixel 9 Pro XL offers all the features of the Pixel 9 Pro, but with a larger 6.8-inch display boasting 1,344 x 2,992-pixel resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. The display boasts a peak brightness of 3,000 nits, making it the brightest Pixel phone yet.

Available in four colours (porcelain, rose quartz, hazel, and obsidian), the Pixel 9 Pro XL also comes in 128GB (£999), 256GB (£1,099), 512GB (£1,219), or 1TB (£1,449) storage options.

Pre-order deals:

Best Buy: £180 Best Buy gift card, a three-month Google One subscription, and financing options starting at £38.25 per month for 24 months.

Amazon: £180 Amazon gift card.

Google Pixel 9: The Perfect Android Phone for Everyday Users

The Pixel 9 offers an enhanced camera system with AI photo editing, access to the Gemini Assistant, and integrated Google AI features, all powered by upgraded hardware, including a brighter display, faster processor, and extended battery life.

In addition, the device boasts various safety and security features, including crash detection, enhanced call screening, and automatic safeguards to protect users and their data online. The Pixel 9's battery life extends up to 24 hours under standard usage, reaching up to 100 hours in extreme battery saver mode.

Available in 128GB (£749) and 256GB (£849) versions, the Pixel 9 comes in Peony, Wintergreen, Porcelain, and Obsidian colours.

Pre-order deals:

Best Buy: £90 Best Buy gift card and a three-month Google One subscription. Generous trade-in credit is also offered for eligible devices.

Amazon: £90 Amazon gift card.

New Features Across All Google Pixel 9 Models

Google has dubbed this the "Gemini AI era" for Android smartphones. All new Android devices will incorporate the latest Google Gemini AI tools and features, including the Gemini Assistant, which replaces Google Assistant. While older Android phones will receive some AI features via an OS update, only the newer phones will offer the full extent of these capabilities.

All Pixel 9 devices come equipped with Gemini Assistant, utilising advanced AI to understand not just spoken or typed words, but the user's intent. It integrates seamlessly with Gmail, files stored on the device, Google Drive, Calendar, Google Photos, Keep, Tasks, and Maps. A Gemini Advanced subscription unlocks the Gemini Live feature for conversational interaction and 10 voice options.

In addition, all Pixel 9 smartphones share these 12 key new features:

Up to 20% longer battery life compared to previous Pixel models.

Most configurations include one year of Gemini Advanced service.

Satellite SOS for emergency texting via satellite in areas without cellular coverage.

Redesigned and more accurate Pixel Weather app.

Pixel Call Assist with enhanced and new calling features, including Call Notes for transcribed calls.

Pixel Screenshots for interactive and searchable captures using Gemini Assistant.

Pixel Studio, a more powerful text-to-image generator with various style options.

Redesigned Panoramic photo mode with night sight support and up to 50MP images.

Group Photos for faster and easier group captures, including the "Add Me" feature.

Guided Frame uses AI to assist with framing shots for photos and videos.

Enhanced Magic Editor photo editing features, including Auto Frame.

Video Boost for enhancing 4K resolution video to near 8K quality.

These features, alongside the AI-driven features available in the Pixel 8 series and other Android smartphones, demonstrate the Pixel 9 series' commitment to pushing the boundaries of mobile technology.