I had the Pixel 8, and I couldn't be happier with the regular Pixel 9. Way better than last year! Got the same color, I just wish the back was matte finish 😔
Man you’re killing it with the great info and videos. You’re turning out to be one of my fave tech guys…thanks for all your hard work and inspiration!!
I appreciate the amount of work and capital you put into these videos. As much as I want to, I have the 8 pro, I think I'm gonna wait for the 10. I'm digging the new form factor though!
@@jacobsalazar54it's ridiculous for your friends to say that you're being dumb when in reality you're not going to get Apple intelligence on your iPhone 15 plus. Apple screwed you over that. You are getting an upgrade regardless, so welcome to the team!
I had the pixel 8 in Rose. I did not have any issues with it. I traded it in for the Pixel 9 in peony! I the only reason I traded in my 8 is because I fell in love with the peony color!
I'm really liking that light pink color on the 9 Pro. I'd normally never buy a phone that was remotely Pink but this Rose Quartz color is subdued enough that it's not screaming Pink like the base 9 in Peony.
Don't forget that with the 9 Pro phones at least, 3GB is allocated to local Gemini tasks so in reality it is just a bit over 12GB of usable memory, actually less since the system functions use upwards of 2GB with the phone just sitting idle.
I have the Pixel 9 Pro XL and I couldn't be happier. It's 100% a Premium phone now, Premium Feel and aesthetics! Google was trying to be everything to everyone, Everyone complained because past versions didn't have this or didn't have that but they also wanted it to cost less than other phones. They wanted Google to do the impossible, a Premium Flagship phone at a cheap price. I feel like Google finally decided, that we are just going to make and sell a Premium phone at a premium price, and everyone can just deal! I'm so glad they did because this is a home run in my book! I loved my Pixel 8 Pro, but this is better! I hope this pays off for Google!
Still loving my p8p but waiting to see what the p10p going to do. We need a pixel 3 watch review though my man. I think we have reviewed enough phones for the month lol. PW3 45 mm is here and its amazing, especially the battery life.
Its wild how much you struggle taking it out of the box. Mad Verizion doesn't have the Hazel color option. Going to get Obsidian most likely to match the watch and headphones
You aren't kidding, lol!!! It's painful watching the struggle!😂 I also really wanted the hazel, but ended up settling for the obsidian xl on Verizon. This is one of the first phones that feel so nice in the hand, that I really hate using a case on it. I hope you enjoy yours once you end up getting it
I had the pixel 9 in obsidian 256gb and sent it back. It wasn’t a big enough phone or small enough phone for me. I’ve had max size phones since note 8, 10+, xs max, 12pm, s21 ultra, p7p, 14pm, s22u, s24u. Even my fold 4 is beginning to be to small on the outside display, which I thought I’d never say. Not small enough because it’s than the 13 mini and iPhone X. I miss my 13 mini.
Google did a great job this year. They're Pixel phones are getting better each year, it seems. I also see a lot of iPhone users making the switch. Pixel 9 Pro XL is an awesome device and very snappy. ❤
Agreed but releasing it later than the 9 and 9 XL was just stupid. So since Spectrum won’t be getting the 9 Pro anytime soon in-store, I’m getting the XL.
Do you think it’s better than getting a new iPhone? I’m deciding if I should make the switch, I already have a case in mind, just need to pick the phone
@TechOdyssey, I had a chance to compare the regular 9 and 9 pro XL. Even though they have both 120hz displays, it felt much smoother on the pro XL. Is it me imagining, or the pro versions (both) have better/smoother displays compared to the regular 9?
@@kat4animals004 I have had it since August 23. It's very good and a much needed improvement. I think it is definitely worth the upgrade. Check it out retailers if you can.
I went from the pixel 5 to the 9 pro XL and honestly the upgrade is amazing. I loved my pixel 5 and it's form factor but this is a beast of a phone. I wish I got the smaller one but I had to go with the XL
Currently I do have iPhone 13 pro max. Although the new iPhones look enticing, I am looking into going back to android, either Galaxy 24 ultra or pixel 9 pro xl. Any suggestions? Thanks in advance.
I have two questions. Adam... Which phone should I trade in? My pixel 8 or my pixel 7 and the other one is if is worth it to buy the nine Pro or just the nine?
Is that a dig at me Adam?😂 I'm not an Apple 'fan boy' because although I she's a have an ipone and currently have a 14 Pro, my Pixel 8Pro has my main SIM in it. I prefer the android operating system over ios, but I prefer the iphone hardware. Although my Pixel 9 Pro, which should be arriving on Monday, looks fantastic.
I love your videos! I think pixel got me this year I’m waiting on my pro XL to come I might switch from my iPhone 15 plus I’m tired of Apple barely doing anything with their phones and business practices
Please tell me in tensor g4 is really bad in day to day performance? !! Because Google is changing pixel pro xl the same price as the s24 ultra! So is it worth it? ! On which aspect is pixel pro xl better than s24 ultra?!
The pixels are good enough I think they just have to get better silicon and probably better modems in who's their phones especially the pro phones 📱 and they need to upgrade the speed of the ram the storage speed they can use that next chip to build up with the new hardware. They're still looking as powerful enough to copy some of those features and they can put a better speakers and microphones in their phones.
From what I've seen they really fixed the modem this year. Like to the t, all the connection problems and heating that comes from it, gone. Tensor G4 ain't fighting the elites anytime soon, but the performance is enough. I might cop this next year when the price drops, it would be a nice upgrade from my P7.
@@vaultboy1419 yeah you got some good points and the modems problem is fixed but compared to Apple and Samsung Google still has some work to do because I watch the video where they was testing the modem speeds and the iPhone and ultra phone was doing better and plus they went out of a country to an island and the pixel kept dropping to three bars where the iPhone and the Galaxy were more consistent with connectivity I think the pixel 10 will be the best pixel phone because it's going to be there 10th anniversary and they're supposed to be switching to a tsmc so they can build up from that new hardware architecture from that new chips it reminds me of the PS4 how they were limited with that hardware in a switch to a new AMD architecture with more RAM
On pixel 6 XL I need to reboot quite often just to get some apps to work like PDF or Excel etc. Will this happen with the pixel 9 pro? Thinking it was Google's chip that just don't work.
I think allot of people are going to sleep on the base Pixel 9, thinking they need the Pro. I have had the base Pixel 9 since launch and given I had the Pixel 8 Pro before I don't feel like I am missing out. Even though I like the Winter green the only regret I have is not going for the peony.
I haven’t received the 9 Pro XL yet, did a trade in through T-Mobile and shipping date is between 9/19 - 10/3, pretty disappointing, I placed the order on 9/3…
They take like 2 weeks, i ordered mine on the 19th and I got it on September 4 if I'm not mistaken and I and I shipped back the trading phone and they already got it. Hopefully the trade in goes smooth.
@@joseserrano7052 thanks for letting me know. I hope the new phone arrives on time, had vacation planned by the end of the month, and I’m looking forward to take some good pictures and videos with it. We’ll see!!
This is the phone I really wanted as I retired my loyalty too midrange Motorola phones, so I obtained the s24+ with 512 gigs and will keep it until the PIXEL 14 pro is released as well as I prefer their functionality...
I want the 9 pro but until someone comes out with a smart watch that is better than the Apple Watch or an ecosystem that is better than apples where everything works so well and seamless, I’m stuck.
Google is the only phone brand to me that is really advancing when comes to their design and features. Samsung is good too but they keep releasing the same phone design every year
I wish they had a purple color that was saturated like the peony! That would be a dream come true! I carry two phones. Pixel and iPhone. For some reason I just do not like Samsung phones. I have had the S24 and the flip. I just don't like the operating system and I feel like they are confusing. I love pixels and iphones! I use pixel for my personal life and iphone for work. I pre-ordered the 6.1 in pink iphone 16. 6.1 is my perfect size!!
The pixel is the phone I’m excited for, iPhone just seemed like the same phone again, with software features that won’t be released with the phone lol. I currently have the iPhone 13 Pro, and the pixel 7. I may trade one of them.
I like my Pixel 8 Pro, the modem can be an issue, and it does tend to get very warm at times. I think I'll wait or the Pixel 10 next year, but I said that last year when I had my 7 Pro. When they dropped the price in January, I bought the 8 Pro lol. Great video and thank you for always keeping us informed, btw the Apple fan boys are just clueless sheep. They'll believe anything Apple (The Pied Piper) tells them, instead of doing research like everyone else does.
I got my Pixel 9 Pro XL and let me tell you I'm not impressed at all with it. The screen size and look is no better than my 8 pro. Yes, it's faster and not muc. The camera is no better at all same as 8 pro. Sound quality is mediocre. Apps like phone and voicemail need some work to do. I I'll tell people not to upgrade
I had the Pixel 8, and I couldn't be happier with the regular Pixel 9. Way better than last year! Got the same color, I just wish the back was matte finish 😔
I feel obviously the same about the matte back. I ordered a skin and hope it'll make the back feel more grippy✌🏽
@@reyorbci3398 omg, same here. Got a matte clear skin from Slickwraps. Delivery today 🙂
i got the 256 obsidian
Man you’re killing it with the great info and videos. You’re turning out to be one of my fave tech guys…thanks for all your hard work and inspiration!!
I appreciate the amount of work and capital you put into these videos. As much as I want to, I have the 8 pro, I think I'm gonna wait for the 10. I'm digging the new form factor though!
I'm very happy with my XL Porcelain. Traded my iPhone 14 Pro in for this.
😅 I'm trading my iPhone 15 plus for the 9 xl n apple fans told I was dumb n crazy for it lol like they paying my bills 😂
Traded my 14 Pro Max in for the Pro XL and love it also.
@@jacobsalazar54it's ridiculous for your friends to say that you're being dumb when in reality you're not going to get Apple intelligence on your iPhone 15 plus. Apple screwed you over that.
You are getting an upgrade regardless, so welcome to the team!
I had the pixel 8 in Rose. I did not have any issues with it. I traded it in for the Pixel 9 in peony! I the only reason I traded in my 8 is because I fell in love with the peony color!
I'm really liking that light pink color on the 9 Pro. I'd normally never buy a phone that was remotely Pink but this Rose Quartz color is subdued enough that it's not screaming Pink like the base 9 in Peony.
That Pro Pink is 🔥🔥
Strawberry nesquik was my fave. Choco was so 60s 70s
Same here😊
Nice unboxing colour is nice good luck with the reviews don’t know how you do it 🤣😊
Maybe I’ll sleep in 2025 sometime. lol
@@TechOdyssey you will need it banging out 2 videos a day with great content and honesty well done 👏🏻
I will admit 1 + in Google are the only phone companies that's giving us a good amount of RAM in mainly the pro phones.
Samsung not too bad either
@@Freddie-c9wthey need to fix the base S series next year though
@Just4freepremium Samsung offered both 12 and 16 back in 2020 but they downgraded every year after that
Don't forget that with the 9 Pro phones at least, 3GB is allocated to local Gemini tasks so in reality it is just a bit over 12GB of usable memory, actually less since the system functions use upwards of 2GB with the phone just sitting idle.
@@segunthepikachufan1470😅
I have the Pixel 9 Pro XL and I couldn't be happier. It's 100% a Premium phone now, Premium Feel and aesthetics! Google was trying to be everything to everyone, Everyone complained because past versions didn't have this or didn't have that but they also wanted it to cost less than other phones. They wanted Google to do the impossible, a Premium Flagship phone at a cheap price. I feel like Google finally decided, that we are just going to make and sell a Premium phone at a premium price, and everyone can just deal! I'm so glad they did because this is a home run in my book! I loved my Pixel 8 Pro, but this is better! I hope this pays off for Google!
I'm gonna stick with my Pixel 4a until next year. I plan to get the 10 and I can't wait!!
Oh I miss the 4a. Great small phone!!!
It’s going to be new era every time pixel releases a phone lol.
Best pixle 9 review. Non of the background music crap thanks!!!
Hey Adam, great video as always! I really appreciate your unbiased and unfiltered feedback on devices. Keep 'em coming!
Still loving my p8p but waiting to see what the p10p going to do.
We need a pixel 3 watch review though my man. I think we have reviewed enough phones for the month lol. PW3 45 mm is here and its amazing, especially the battery life.
Its wild how much you struggle taking it out of the box. Mad Verizion doesn't have the Hazel color option. Going to get Obsidian most likely to match the watch and headphones
You aren't kidding, lol!!! It's painful watching the struggle!😂
I also really wanted the hazel, but ended up settling for the obsidian xl on Verizon. This is one of the first phones that feel so nice in the hand, that I really hate using a case on it. I hope you enjoy yours once you end up getting it
@@13jkeefer13 probably gonna snag another Dbrand grip case with the X-ray skin. Might get a clear case eventually. Hope you enjoy yours too
Execellent review, Adam. Look forward to seeing you put it through it's paces. 😀
It would be nice to see a battery test between the 3 different phones
I had the pixel 9 in obsidian 256gb and sent it back. It wasn’t a big enough phone or small enough phone for me. I’ve had max size phones since note 8, 10+, xs max, 12pm, s21 ultra, p7p, 14pm, s22u, s24u. Even my fold 4 is beginning to be to small on the outside display, which I thought I’d never say. Not small enough because it’s than the 13 mini and iPhone X. I miss my 13 mini.
Google did a great job this year. They're Pixel phones are getting better each year, it seems. I also see a lot of iPhone users making the switch. Pixel 9 Pro XL is an awesome device and very snappy. ❤
9 Pro is their best effort in years
Agreed but releasing it later than the 9 and 9 XL was just stupid. So since Spectrum won’t be getting the 9 Pro anytime soon in-store, I’m getting the XL.
Man, that peony color is so freaking sweet... Shame is not on the pro models
Swappa has tons of these new pixel 9 for $550. I'm really interested in knowing if there is a noticeable display difference between the 9 and 9 pro.
Great video 👍🏻
Thank you
Loving my Pixel 9 so far 🤞🏾
Great information, thanks
Do you think it’s better than getting a new iPhone? I’m deciding if I should make the switch, I already have a case in mind, just need to pick the phone
I'm team iphone tbh but do let me know: what case?
@@Leahbrady421 I saw a very cool lion case at Burga
Definitely, when that price drops that will really be a sick deal!
What's your daily driver?
@techodyssey what's your take on these compared to the base model s23? Any reasons to switch or not?
I’ve been waiting for this as well!
Coming from the s23 ultra would it be a good idea to switch to the 9 pro? Im also in the samsung ecosystem slightly with the watch and the buds live
You’re better off waiting for the s25 series.
Kind of looks like a pepto pink to me.
Do you enjoy using the pixel 9 pro more than the s24 ultra? I miss the pixel camera
Still rocking the Thinkphone. If the price drops far enough on a 9 will pick one up.
@TechOdyssey, I had a chance to compare the regular 9 and 9 pro XL. Even though they have both 120hz displays, it felt much smoother on the pro XL. Is it me imagining, or the pro versions (both) have better/smoother displays compared to the regular 9?
Is the cell reception good? My main need is good call quality?
Is it like a youtuber secret society where y'all have a meeting about making it look as hard a possible to open a box? 😆
Maybe…
Does the regular 9 without the vapour chamber get warm with regular use like the previous models or is it better?
I got my Pixel 9 pre order via Google Fi for 549 with double storage. The phone is a big improvement from the pixel 6a and the pixel 8.
How long have you had the 9? Tested most things out with it? I have a Pixel 6 standard. I'm still thinking about a PIxel 9 pro.
@@kat4animals004 I have had it since August 23. It's very good and a much needed improvement. I think it is definitely worth the upgrade. Check it out retailers if you can.
I went from the pixel 5 to the 9 pro XL and honestly the upgrade is amazing. I loved my pixel 5 and it's form factor but this is a beast of a phone. I wish I got the smaller one but I had to go with the XL
Currently I do have iPhone 13 pro max. Although the new iPhones look enticing, I am looking into going back to android, either Galaxy 24 ultra or pixel 9 pro xl. Any suggestions? Thanks in advance.
Android 15 beta working perfectly on my Pixel 9 pro xl you should try
I have two questions. Adam... Which phone should I trade in? My pixel 8 or my pixel 7 and the other one is if is worth it to buy the nine Pro or just the nine?
i vote purple / indigo too!
I'd love to try the Pixel 9 pro xl and the iPhone 16 Pro , but I have the s24 ultra, and I'm not sure anything is beating this right now.
Strawberry Nesquik with Frankenberry cereal LOL!
Went with the XL. Wanted the regular pro but got tired of waiting 😂
It happens
Same. They didn't have it in stock and I had to go for XL😢. On the bright side, I am happy with the battery life though..
Same here! Going into the store today to get the XL, as I don’t think Spectrum will ever get the 9 Pro in-store… unfortunately…
@@vishwatej99I hate how Google did their releases this year. Just do all 4 at one time…. !!
@@CoachD77 ikr. Maybe it was their strategy to make us spend extra bucks on XL😂
Is that a dig at me Adam?😂 I'm not an Apple 'fan boy' because although I she's a have an ipone and currently have a 14 Pro, my Pixel 8Pro has my main SIM in it. I prefer the android operating system over ios, but I prefer the iphone hardware. Although my Pixel 9 Pro, which should be arriving on Monday, looks fantastic.
Only
Y issue with price drop is your trade in value also drops, it’s almost a wash
How do you feel about the Navy I might go to the Navy ?!
Nothing wrong with the Navy. Just depends on what you want to do.
Hooah Army!
@@TechOdyssey ok 👍🏼
Agree with you on the box design. Why did they ruin such a great design with the 9 series?
I love your videos! I think pixel got me this year I’m waiting on my pro XL to come I might switch from my iPhone 15 plus I’m tired of Apple barely doing anything with their phones and business practices
Please tell me in tensor g4 is really bad in day to day performance? !! Because Google is changing pixel pro xl the same price as the s24 ultra! So is it worth it? ! On which aspect is pixel pro xl better than s24 ultra?!
The pixels are good enough I think they just have to get better silicon and probably better modems in who's their phones especially the pro phones 📱 and they need to upgrade the speed of the ram the storage speed they can use that next chip to build up with the new hardware. They're still looking as powerful enough to copy some of those features and they can put a better speakers and microphones in their phones.
From what I've seen they really fixed the modem this year. Like to the t, all the connection problems and heating that comes from it, gone. Tensor G4 ain't fighting the elites anytime soon, but the performance is enough. I might cop this next year when the price drops, it would be a nice upgrade from my P7.
@@vaultboy1419 yeah you got some good points and the modems problem is fixed but compared to Apple and Samsung Google still has some work to do because I watch the video where they was testing the modem speeds and the iPhone and ultra phone was doing better and plus they went out of a country to an island and the pixel kept dropping to three bars where the iPhone and the Galaxy were more consistent with connectivity I think the pixel 10 will be the best pixel phone because it's going to be there 10th anniversary and they're supposed to be switching to a tsmc so they can build up from that new hardware architecture from that new chips it reminds me of the PS4 how they were limited with that hardware in a switch to a new AMD architecture with more RAM
@@vaultboy1419 pixal 9 wouldn't be a bad upgrade from the pixel 7 I would just keep the pixel 7 to the pixel 10 come out personally.
Which is less slippery to handle?
Was gonna get the pro but got the regular 9 256GB model on Google fi bcuz the pro model in 128GB was the same amount as the 256GB PIXEL 9
I don’t like the glossy borders on the XL. But still beautiful phones.
Dam. First two posts from fem-bots? Can't wait for my 9pro. Next week I hope
Lol
Strawberry Nesquik powder was delicious 😋
I like the smaller Pro phones too, but my eyes don't share that sentiment 🤦🏾♂️
I’m getting that way
Nice video
Thanks
love
On pixel 6 XL I need to reboot quite often just to get some apps to work like PDF or Excel etc. Will this happen with the pixel 9 pro? Thinking it was Google's chip that just don't work.
I'd give a phone like that a hard reset and start fresh to see if it still does it tbh
I think allot of people are going to sleep on the base Pixel 9, thinking they need the Pro. I have had the base Pixel 9 since launch and given I had the Pixel 8 Pro before I don't feel like I am missing out. Even though I like the Winter green the only regret I have is not going for the peony.
I haven’t received the 9 Pro XL yet, did a trade in through T-Mobile and shipping date is between 9/19 - 10/3, pretty disappointing, I placed the order on 9/3…
They take like 2 weeks, i ordered mine on the 19th and I got it on September 4 if I'm not mistaken and I and I shipped back the trading phone and they already got it. Hopefully the trade in goes smooth.
@@joseserrano7052 thanks for letting me know. I hope the new phone arrives on time, had vacation planned by the end of the month, and I’m looking forward to take some good pictures and videos with it. We’ll see!!
This is the phone I really wanted as I retired my loyalty too midrange Motorola phones, so I obtained the s24+ with 512 gigs and will keep it until the PIXEL 14 pro is released as well as I prefer their functionality...
The front camera of the 9 pro shows 8-10 megapixels not 42 like Google says
PWM flickering...?
I want to keep my iPhone 11 and get pixel 9 fold and use them both
Go for it.
@@TechOdyssey gotta save up bro
Love the pink 🩷🩷🩷
The Pixel XL looks enormous beside the regular Pixel 9 😅
I want the 9 pro but until someone comes out with a smart watch that is better than the Apple Watch or an ecosystem that is better than apples where everything works so well and seamless, I’m stuck.
Google is the only phone brand to me that is really advancing when comes to their design and features. Samsung is good too but they keep releasing the same phone design every year
I wish they had a purple color that was saturated like the peony! That would be a dream come true! I carry two phones. Pixel and iPhone. For some reason I just do not like Samsung phones. I have had the S24 and the flip. I just don't like the operating system and I feel like they are confusing. I love pixels and iphones! I use pixel for my personal life and iphone for work. I pre-ordered the 6.1 in pink iphone 16. 6.1 is my perfect size!!
The pixel is the phone I’m excited for, iPhone just seemed like the same phone again, with software features that won’t be released with the phone lol. I currently have the iPhone 13 Pro, and the pixel 7. I may trade one of them.
I think Google also isn’t running the latest Android 15 lol
I like your shoes 👞😃😃😃
Thank you
They steal packages in rich man land? Damn. Security pretty good tho?
These phones are way too expensive in Europe. Pixel 9 128 GB costs over 1000 € here.
Lol got amber alerts today myself
Damn, u got $700.00 from Google for your 8pro ??!! Google France was giving me $400.00 (for the 128gb), when I paid €1000.00 for it 🤦🏻♂️
and next year it will finally be no more Tensor
Credit where due Chinese folks take care of their stuff so cheap to us is perfect for them!
Finally
I like my Pixel 8 Pro, the modem can be an issue, and it does tend to get very warm at times. I think I'll wait or the Pixel 10 next year, but I said that last year when I had my 7 Pro. When they dropped the price in January, I bought the 8 Pro lol. Great video and thank you for always keeping us informed, btw the Apple fan boys are just clueless sheep. They'll believe anything Apple (The Pied Piper) tells them, instead of doing research like everyone else does.
Apple has become a premium dump...low features, high price tag and let's not get started with their button strategy
Yesterday: “iPhone 16 buyers”
“Apple thinks you are stupid “
Next day: I just preordered the iPhone 16 series 😂😂😂
I got my Pixel 9 Pro XL and let me tell you I'm not impressed at all with it. The screen size and look is no better than my 8 pro. Yes, it's faster and not muc. The camera is no better at all same as 8 pro. Sound quality is mediocre. Apps like phone and voicemail need some work to do.
I I'll tell people not to upgrade
You're coming from a one year old phone. Please tell me what kind of jump in performance, etc you expected after just 12 months?
Midddd phone
Midddd comment. Stop hating.
Normal pixel 9 doesnt have vapor chamber cooling
Thats a big no no
Bismutol pink 😮🩷
Where is my 9 pro 😭😭🥲🥲🥲 I’ve been waiting for over 1 month what is this.