Pixel phones have updated hardware and integrated AI

I’ve spent the past couple of weeks using Google’s new Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro XL Android smartphones and am generally impressed. The two new high-end models are nearly identical, except that the XL stands for “extra-large.” It has a 6.8-inch display compared to the Pixel 9 Pro’s 6.3-inch screen and is, of course, a bit heavier. The other significant difference is that the XL has a larger battery, which means a bit more battery life, but both models are designed to work all day in most situations.