The Google Pixel 9 series is here, bringing with it two Pro models: the Pixel 9 Pro and the Pixel 9 Pro XL. Here’s why the new XL version is such a big deal.
The next round of Google Pixel devices is here. We now have four phones for the Pixel 9 lineup: the base model Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, and Pixel 9 Pro Fold. This lineup wasn’t a huge surprise, given the considerable number of leaks in the weeks leading up to the event, but it’s now official.
With four phones in the Pixel family this year, Google’s approach is similar to that of Apple with its iPhone lineup. This is also the first time that Google has brought back the “XL” moniker, which was last used with the Pixel 4 XL in 2019. Though it may feel like the Pixel 9 lineup is a bit crowded now, I think it’s great that Google is finally giving us a choice with the Pro model.Not all power users want big phones
I like to think of myself as a power user when it comes to my smartphones. I care about the quality of the display, the megapixel count on the cameras, how fast and powerful the processor is, how the software runs, and more. I’m on my phone for hours at a time during the day, and it’s easily my most important device. There’s a good chance that I care about these things more than the average, non-techie person.
I’ve primarily been an iPhone user for the past decade. Since Apple began to offer an iPhone Pro and iPhone Pro Max model, I’ve always gone for the smaller Pro. You may be asking: “But why?”
Well, believe it or not, some people still like powerful phones, but don’t want gigantic phones. I prefer smaller phones because I have petite hands, and they are easier to use one-handed. Small phones also fit in pockets and bags more easily.
