In a follow up from last weeks cases from Tudia we now have both MagSafe compatible cases in for review for the Google Pixel 9 Pro and PIxel 9 Pro XL which is great.
We have the last review here if you want to check that out for the standard cases and i think most will opt for MagSafe compatible cases and here they are.
All the keys work well and ports accessible and these also work with wireless charging which is a key factor for me but check out the video review of all three cases below for more.
Protected with ToughRhino dual layer protection you are in safe hands with Tudia cases which I stand over as I use them on any device they serve that I have.
Drop Protection : Certified military grade protection and ToughRhino Technology for dual layer protection against drops and scratches.
● Raised Edges Protection : Protects your camera and screen with raised lip and edges.
● Enhanced Grip : Non-slip textured design on both sides and back provide additional grip while holding your phone.
● Precise Design : Tactile and clicky buttons designed for stress-free usage.
● Seamless Access : Gesture tap and wireless charging compatible
It is Google Pixel time of year albeit slightly earlier and that means it is Tudia cases time of year, with my one of if not my favourite Android devices in we have the Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro XL in for review.
Today we take a look at some cases for the Pixel 9 Pro XL from Tudia but we have more on the way for the Pixel 9 Pro so stay tuned for those reviews.
We have two MergeGrip cases and one that is MagSafe compatible which is right up my street as everything here and i my car is MagSafe so it makes like easier.
All three cases are the same apart from that on the outside as always offering additional grip on the sides and a textured back, there is a decent lip around the front of the device and on the lens area meaning the device can be laid down front or rear and knowing it will be safe.
All the keys work well and ports accessible and these also work with wireless charging which is a key factor for me but check out the video review of all three cases below for more.
Protected with ToughRhino dual layer protection you are in safe hands with Tudia cases which I stand over as I use them on any device they serve that I have.
Tudia MergeGrip cases for the Google Pixel 9 XL – techbuzzireland
Drop Protection : Certified military grade protection and ToughRhino Technology for dual layer protection against drops and scratches.
● Raised Edges Protection : Protects your camera and screen with raised lip and edges.
● Enhanced Grip : Non-slip textured design on both sides and back provide additional grip while holding your phone.
● Precise Design : Tactile and clicky buttons designed for stress-free usage.
● Seamless Access : Gesture tap and wireless charging compatible
The Pixel 9 Pro and Pro XL have been my main daily drivers the last while and there is some slight differences between both devices and the key differences are their size and of course battery size so it is down to you which size suits you best and if you want the bigger screen estate or if you can handle the behemoth device the Pro XL.
Other slight changes between the two devices are their weight and charging speeds both wired and wirelessly and slight difference in PPI and of course the price for me the XL is the better of the two devices but the Pro is easier to hold in the hand if you are use to that size of a phone but this is subjective and I like em both as they both have sent a clear message to rivals this year which is great and not tipping the scales so much on their price.
Biometrics have greatly improved here and super happy with face unlock and the fingerprint sensor which has changed to an ultrasonic in display scanner.
Both devices have a premium build and look to them and they both have the same camera hump on the rear however this does not follow around the sides of the phones like last years and will not rock sat on a table and it certainly a stand out features on the phones and scream Google Pixel keeping their design language intact.
PIxel 9 Pro and Pro XL techbuzzirelandPixel 9 Pro and Pro XL – techbuzzireland
There is also a flat screen and rounded corners making them easy to hold and do not stab you in the hands with their corners like other rivals ands you will not seen any accidental touches with the screen being flat which is a good thing.
With AI being another key feature now and we cant ignore the AI features on the new Pixel 9 Series is here and I think has jumped leaps and bounds if you are an entrenched user in the Google ecosystem like me it makes life much easier and fluid and that is what Gemini is all about here, being testing on the Pixel 8a the last while and is now on their bigger flagship phones and even better offering more making it again a super productivity device no matter which on your pick.
In effect Google has put it up to Apple in more ways than one here with their AI capabilities and specs but surely next month Apple will tell it differently, Yes I use an iPhone because I review tech and like to keep in with the competition but there is always a pixel device in my hand all year round, because I have an ecosystem that works well and now with their AI event better.
The new screenshots folder is a gift for me as I take countless screenshots daily for tech reviews this is now all in one place and I can simply ask for it on the fly with other new AI features such as photos this is all on-device and with Add Me and best take it all works effortlessly.
The new weather app I love, and I had to throw in the snore detector it is hard to find a good weather app and with the new app it is all I need in one place and one click.
Weather 1
Weather 2
Cough /Snore detection
Gemini
Circle to search
Speaking of AI Gemini Live comes at a cost after one year but if you pick up the Pixel Pro models it is free for the year and after that costing 21.99 which is not bad considering how much of a productivity tool this will be.
Cameras. We know the specs and we touched on the AI Pixel Studio and AddMe check out the night and day image and video samples below for more and let u know what you think.
For now these two devices are a hit but some may see them as a hit in the pocket however they are phones that get better over time and I AM NEVER without a Pixel device in my hand.
We will come back again over the weeks as it is an early review and see what has changed and update.
Meet Pixel 9 Pro/XL. It has a sophisticated, stunning new design, and it’s the most powerful Pixel yet. With the new Tensor G4 processor and 16 GB of RAM, it’s designed for the most advanced AI on Pixel. That means cutting-edge photos and videos, and smarter ways to help all day. And it comes with one year of the Google One AI Premium Plan, for even more powerful AI features.
Pixel 9 ProXL features Google’s best camera system yet, with a pro triple rear camera, a fully upgraded 42 MP front camera, and cutting-edge pro features. With Pixel 9 Pro, Super Res Zoom comes to video, and you can enhance your videos to 8K with Video Boost. Thanks to the brightest, most immersive Super Actua display yet, you’ll see true-to-life colors, even in direct sunlight. And for the first time ever, it will be available in two sizes: 6.3″ and 6.8″ Super Actua displays. So you can get the ultimate Pro experience in the size that works best for you. It features an all-day battery, and Pixel 9 Pro XL offers Pixel’s fastest charging ever.
Pixel 9 Pro starts at 1119 euro and Pixel 9 Pro XL starts at 1219 euro. They’re available in
Obsidian, Porcelain, Hazel, and Rose Quartz.
Meet Pixel 9 Pro/XL. In its all-new sleek, pocketable design, Pixel 9 Pro/XL helps you take amazing photos, make edits like magic, and get things done even easier. The award-winning Pixel Camera includes a 50 MP main lens for incredible image and video quality, plus a new 48 MP ultrawide camera for Macro Focus closeups. With the latest Tensor G4 processor and an upgraded 12 GB of RAM, Pixel 9 delivers powerhouse performance and advanced AI with ease. The 6.3/6.8 -inch Actua display
is sharp, vibrant, and 35% brighter, with a peak brightness of 2700 nits.
With durable design improvements and Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on the front and back, Pixel 9 can handle whatever life brings – drops, scratches, and splashes. It’s also equipped with a bigger, fast charging, all-day battery you can rely on.
And it can charge to 55% in about 30 minutes.
Pixel 9 Pro/XL redefines elegance with their fresh and modern new look, in a design that celebrates the iconic Pixel Camera. The new sculpted form delivers a thin profile and improved durability, and feels great in your hand. Both phones are thoughtfully crafted with refined and inviting materials, finishes, and colors. Pixel 9 Pro’s silky matte glass finish is complemented by a luxe, dual-finish camera bar and polished metal frame. Pixel 9’s polished glass back perfectly
contrasts with the satin metal finishes on the camera and frame. They’re designed with sustainability in mind and made with recycled materials, including a 100% recycled aluminum enclosure. And the packaging is 100% plastic-free.
Gemini helps you supercharge your ideas.
Press and hold the power button to start writing, planning, learning, and more. Gemini can help you find info from your Google apps to help you plan on the go, like pulling party details from an invite in Gmail and suggesting nearby florists in Maps. Or chat with Gemini to get more info or take action on what’s on your screen. You can even snap a photo, and use Gemini to get answers – like how to save a dying plant in your window, or what recipe you can make from what’s in your fridge. Pixel 9 Pro also comes with the Google One AI Premium Plan, giving you access to Gemini Advanced at no cost for the first year.
It includes the best of Google AI and 2 TB storage, all in one plan. With this plan, get access to even more powerful AI features and try Gemini directly in your favorite Google products like Gmail and Docs to summarize your unread messages and documents.
With Pixel Screenshots, Pixel remembers so you don’t have to. Pixel Screenshots helps you quickly save info you want to remember later – like events, locations, and more – just by taking a screenshot. This on-device Pixel-exclusive AI feature helps you save, organize, and recall things you want to remember with ease. Simply search in a conversational way to quickly find what you need, right when you need it.
Pixel 9 Pro/XL features Pixel’s best camera yet. The triple rear camera system delivers pro-level photos and videos, even in low light or from far away. Enjoy stunning detail across a wide zoom range, thanks to optical-quality performance at 0.5x, 1x, 2x, 5x, and 10x – all with just three lenses. Super Res Zoom lets you zoom in even further, and is available in video for the first time ever.
In addition to improved Night Sight Video, Video Boost can now enhance videos up to 8K resolution for the best video quality on Pixel yet. Pixel 9 Pro/XL gets a major upgrade to the front camera, with a new 42 MP lens – the highest
resolution on a front-facing Pixel Camera – to help you take perfect selfies, even in low light. And it has the widest field of view ever for a front-facing camera on a Pixel.
The award-winning Pixel Camera includes a 50 MP main lens for incredible image and video quality. So you get sharp, vivid photos and videos in any light or from far away. And a new 48 MP ultrawide for Macro Focus creates
magnificent shots from the smallest details. Plus, the front camera now has autofocus for even sharper selfies.
Night Sight takes sharp, vivid photos, portraits, and even panos in low light, like concerts and cityscapes – even the Milky Way with astrophotography. And Magic Editor helps you make complex edits easily. With a few taps, AI can edit backgrounds, move objects, suggest the best crop, and magically expand your image to get more of the scene. And getting a great group photo is easy with the Pixel 9 camera.
Edit photos like magic. For the first time, you can take the picture and be in it too. Add Me, which will release in preview with Pixel 9, makes sure no one is left out of a photo. Take one with the group, then swap in the photographer. Pixel magically merges both photos. And with the popular Best Take feature, you can get an amazing group photo the whole group loves by combining similar photos. It finds the best moment, or you can choose everyone’s best expression.
And with Pixel 9’s advanced editing tools, taking a photo is just the beginning. Magic Editor can now automatically reframe your photo, suggest the best crop, and even expand your image to get more of the scene. You can also use
the new reimagine feature to give your photos a whole new vision – like adding fall leaves or greener grass. Just tap what part you want to change in the photo, and type what you want to see.
Pixel protects you from spam, scams, and other threats, and also looks out for your safety. Need emergency help when you’re off the grid? Satellite SOS on Pixel can connect to emergency services via satellite when you have no cellular or Wi-Fi coverage to get help and share your location with contacts.
And it can now help you check the background and context of an image you come across online, showing information, when available, that can indicate if it was created with AI. Just circle the image on your screen to search it and pull
up the “About this image” feature For added privacy and security on your phone, you can now create a password-protected private space where you can install apps and content that you want to remain private even if someone else uses your phone.
In the event your phone is stolen, Pixel safeguards your sensitive data by automatically locking down the device if it detects suspicious activity, or you can quickly lock it online remotely.
Engineered for improved durability, Pixel 9 phones are designed to get more helpful over time. Pixel automatically gets new and upgraded features with Pixel Drops, so your Pixel keeps getting better over time. Pixel can handle everyday drops, spills, and dust. And the display is scratch and damage resistant, made with Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus® 2. Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro come with 7 years of OS and security updates.
Disclaimer. Google provided us with the review units and they have not asked or requested for a preview
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has been in my hands some time and we have got our hands on some cases for the device and today we start off with the official Google case .
This case is simple and to the point as always with Googles own cases there is several others on offer on the store so do check those out too and watch out for other case reviews we have on the way.
We are using the Obsidian case which matches the colour of our device so this sits well with us, the case has a nice material on the inside and it has a nice grippy texture on the outside with tactile keys that work really well.
There is a lip around the front on the device so it can be placed face down and the camera bar on the back is also protected which again is good news due to its size.
Overall a simple and effective case that will not break the bank and will protect your device should you drop it. The case is designed together with the phone to ensure that charging capabilities, audio clarity and signal strength are unaffected. And it’s made with at least 42% recycled materials.
ZAGG, the global leader in accessories and technologies that empower mobile lifestyles, today announced screen protection and cases designed exclusively for the newly released Google Pixel™ 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL and Pixel 9 Pro Fold. ZAGG InvisibleShield® screen protectors and ZAGG cases will bear the “Made for Google™” badge, indicating they have been designed by ZAGG for use with the Pixel 9 smartphones and have been certified to meet Google’s compatibility standards. These products from ZAGG uphold the highest quality standards, ensuring that users’ devices are well-protected without compromising style and functionality.
The ZAGG InvisibleShield product lineup features:
Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, and Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Glass Elite (£29.99) – Glass Elite tempered glass screen protection has got you covered with ultra-strong aluminosilicate glass, tested up to 5x stronger than traditional glass screen protection.3 The ClearPrint surface treatment makes fingerprints nearly invisible when your screen is turned on. Glass Elite applies evenly and accurately with our EZ Apply installation tray.
Glass Elite Anti-Reflective Lens Protection (£19.99) – Protect your camera lenses from impact, scratches, rough surfaces, or the contents of your bag or pocket. Glass Elite Anti-Reflective lens protection fits precisely, and the embedded anti-reflective technology eliminates glare and lets you see everything in rich, vibrant color.
The ZAGG case lineup features:
Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, and Pixel 9 Pro XL
Luxe (£19.99) – Your phone deserves the Luxe treatment. Luxe has been tested to protect your phone from drops up to 10 feet/3 meters.4 Its comfort grip and soft, smooth surface feel good in your hand. The slim design fits easily in your pocket. Luxe is made with up to 100% post-consumer recycled content.5
Milan (£29.99) – The iridescent Milan is more than just a pretty case. It provides up to 13 feet/4 meters of drop protection.4 The beautiful, iridescent finish complements the sleek lines of the new Pixel phones. Milan Snap is made with up to 78% post-consumer recycled content.5
Crystal Palace (£29.99) – The gorgeous Crystal Palace case is a consistent favorite, combining transparent design with approximately 13 feet/4 meters of drop protection.4 It protects while showing off the sleek lines of your new Pixel phone. And Crystal Palace is made with up to 78% recycled content, so the strong, sleek choice in case protection is also the responsible one.5
Luxe 360 Bundle (£24.99) – Your phone deserves the Luxe 360 treatment. Elevate your smartphone protection with the Luxe & Glass 360 Protect Bundle, combining the ZAGG Luxe case and the Glass Elite tempered glass screen protector. This premium bundle offers unparalleled defence and style, ensuring your device remains in pristine condition from all angles.
Each ZAGG case for the Google Pixel lineup contains the revolutionary material Graphene, which is harder than a diamond, yet more elastic than rubber, and up to 200x stronger than steel.6 Trusted by innovators and leaders in the fields of aerospace, aviation, professional sports, and more, Graphene can withstand tremendous force and dissipate heat.
“ZAGG continues to stay at the forefront of the market, delivering innovative products that cater to the evolving needs of consumers,” said Brad Bell, senior vice president of marketing for ZAGG. “This new line of products embodies our dedication to enhancing the mobile experience and protecting the mobile devices at the center of our lives.”
Availability:
ZAGG accessories for the Google Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, Pixel 9 Pro Fold, and the Pixel Watch 3 are available now onZAGG.com, at ZAGG franchise locations, and at select retail stores nationwide. ZAGG backs its mobile accessories with an industry-leading limited lifetime warranty and will replace the product if it ever gets worn or damaged for the life of the device.7 With more than 330 million screen protectors sold worldwide, ZAGG InvisibleShield is the No. 1 selling brand for smartphone screen protection in the U.S. and has set the industry standard for screen protection.
Glass Elite (RRP £29.99) Pixel 9 / Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, Pixel 9 Pro Fold – With ultra-strong aluminosilicate glass and tested up to 5x stronger than traditional glass screen protection, the ClearPrint surface treatment also makes fingerprints nearly invisible when your screen is turned on.
Glass Elite Anti-Reflective Lens Protection (RRP £19.99) Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro,Pixel 9 Pro XL, Pixel 9 Pro Fold – Protect your camera lenses from impact, scratches, rough surfaces, or the contents of your bag or pocket. Anti-reflective technology also eliminates glare and lets you see everything in rich, vibrant colour.
New phone cases include:
Luxe (RRP £19.99) Pixel 9 / Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL – Made with up to 100% post-consumer recycled content, and tested to protect your phone from drops up to 10 feet/3 metres.
Milan (RRP £29.99) Pixel 9 / Pixel 9 Pro,Pixel 9 Pro XL – Made with up to 78% post-consumer recycled content, and providing up to 13 feet/4 metres of drop protection.
Crystal Palace (RRP £29.99) Pixel 9 / Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL – Made with up to 78% recycled content, and with approximately 13 feet/4 metres of drop protection. Luxe 360 Bundle (£24.99) Pixel 9 / Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL – Combining the ZAGG Luxe case and the Glass Elite tempered glass screen protector
