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Google Pixel 9 Pro XL hands-on: I'm reminded of the iPhone, but in the best way


The new Google Pixel 9 series has slimmer, flatter designs, improved camera hardware, and a feature set built for the future.

I spent an intimate morning with the latest devices ahead of today's Made by Google event, and the new design language -- which favors flattened edges, pastel colors, and ultra-thin bezels -- often reminded me of the iPhone 15 Pro that was tucked in my pocket. Those are all flagship-grade features, ones you'd typically find on a phone that costs hundreds of dollars more, but I'd bet that many customers will consider the Pixel 9 for one other reason: color options. I commend Google for being a little more ambitious with its industrial design this year, coating the flattened form factor with pastel hues that can be best described as refreshing.

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