This is Google's best foldable so far, but with too many compromises to deliver true flagship performance to compare with Samsung or the main Chinese foldable makers.

Google has officially launched the Pixel 9 Pro Fold, marking its second attempt at a foldable smartphone. Here's what you need to know.

What's enticing about the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is its phablet-sized screen, which folds to the size of a pocket-friendly smartphone. Whether you use it to answer emails on your commute or play mobile games over your lunch break,

The rumors indicate that the Pixel 9a will arrive with a 48MP main camera. That would be an obvious "downgrade" from the 64MP wide-angle cameras found on both the Pixel 8a and Pixel 7a, but a potential resolution decrease could mean some image quality gains.

However, there’s a potential downside. Rumors suggest Google might use an older modem in the Pixel 9a to cut costs. This could reintroduce some connectivity issues seen in older devices. Ideally, Google should include the newer Exynos 5400 modems found in the higher-end Pixel 9 models to provide a smoother experience.

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is now getting the Android security update for February 2025. You can read more about it at the very end of the article. The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is the most powerful smartphone Google launched this year.