Google recently came with the new series Pixel 9 smartphones, where the Pixel 9 Pro Fold stands out the most. Read here the review of the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold that you can open and thus become a mini tablet.

Aad Munsterman and Rob Coenraads

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is the second Pixel Fold version, a smartphone with a standard screen on the front and when it is folding, it forms a mini tablet. It looks very solid and beautiful. The aluminum satin edge is beautifully rounded and this fold is protected by Gorilla Glass. The phone is flat 10.5 mm thick and folded open 5.1 mm. The weight is quite with 257 grams. The IPX8 classification indicates that the device is water-resistant to a maximum of 30 minutes by 1.5 m.

Scout
The 6.3inch OLED Actua front screen has 2424 x 1080 pixels, a refresh of 60 to 120 Hz and a maximum brightness of up to 1800 nits at HDR. Opened via the steel hinge there is an 8inch Super Actus OLED screen with 2152 x 2076 pixels, an image change of 1 to 120 Hz and a maximum brightness of up to 1600 Nits at HDR. Both screens show an excellent image where the large screen in particular is great for videos, games, apps, etc. There is a minimal fold visible in the middle of the screen that hardly stands out for image display.

Hardware and software
The Tensor G4 chip with 16GB of internal memory and 256GB or 512GB storage memory ensures that you can work smoothly on the 9 Pro fold. It is striking that the sound from the speakers sounds very good. The 6550mAh battery is charged via USB-C or Wireless Qi; The battery life is entirely dependent on use and will be between 1 and 2 days.
In terms of communication, USB3.2, Wi-Fi 7, BT5.3, NFC, Dual GPS and up to 5G are present, in terms of operating system a clean Android 14 version. Google ensures no less than 7 years in OS and security updates. In addition, the Gemini AI platform is integrated that offers support with questions, circle searches, plans, translating, summarizing, image generation, etc. The fold is supplied with 1 year free access to Gemini Advanced. You need to get to know the AI ​​tools to get the most out of it. Various integrated security functions increase the reliability.

Cameras
The camera set is of a high level and has slightly lower specs than the standard 9 Pro. The main camera is F1.7/48MP and the Ultragwood angle F2.2/10.5MP, both with Ois and requirement. The Televelens offers F3.1/10.8MP with 5x optical zoom and the maximum super res zoom is a maximum of 20x. The results of the cameras look good and consistent with a good balance in color and contrast. There are additional powerful editing functions for photos and videos. The selfie cameras on the front and inside are F2.2/10MP and give a good picture for video calling and other creative photos.

Conclusion
The asking price for the fold is strong, but you will also receive a nice and solid device with a high gadget content and that functionally offers much more than a standard phone.

4 stars

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold16 GB/256 GB
Suggested retail price: € 1899 and € 2099 (512 GB)
+ Solid design and construction
+ excellent image
+ 7 years OS and Security Updates
– price
– more vulnerable than standard telephone