ZDNET’s Key Takeaways

• The Pixel 9 is Google’s newest baseline flagship phone, starting at $799.
• It comes with the new Tensor G4 processor, an updated design, a bigger battery, and a slightly higher asking price.
• The hardware improvements over last year’s model are relatively small.

I had the opportunity to attend the Made by Google event earlier this month, and what caught my eye the most was the baseline version of the Pixel 9. The Pixel 9’s accessibility and intriguing features make it a device worth considering for several reasons.

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Google’s new entry-level flagship, the Pixel 9, priced at $799, offers minor hardware upgrades over its predecessor, the Pixel 8. Despite this, the Pixel 9 presents a new design, enhanced performance, improved cameras, a larger battery, and a plethora of new AI features.