The Pixel 9 Pro XL is the largest model in Google's new lineup, measuring a sizeable 6.8 inches diagonally. It's packed with the latest, greatest tech Google has to offer, but it has stiff competition in the big phone arena. Samsung's Galaxy S24 Ultra also measures 6.8 inches and is one of the best phones we've reviewed this year. So how do these two premium handsets compare? Let's take a closer look at the specs.

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL Specs vs. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra: Big Phone Battle

With the ever-increasing demand for book-style foldables, Google’s latest foldable brings another option into the fold. Despite its mouthful of a name, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold brings massive changes over what seemed like an outdated design last year. The new Fold feels modern, has a more ergonomic design, a faster chipset, and satellite calling features for the first time on a Google phone.

Everything you need to know about the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold

While much of the attention today is rightly focused on the Google Pixel 9 Pro and Pro XL, as they offer the best photography features, the standard Pixel 9 is no slouch. It promises a compelling blend of design, performance, and value. The Google Pixel 9 Gets a Fresh New...

The Redesigned Google Pixel 9 Has a New Ultrawide Camera

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If you buy through a BGR link, we may earn an affiliate commission, helping support our expert product labs. Google unveiled four new phones on Tuesday, the Pixel 9, 9 Pro, 9 Pro XL, and Pixel 9 Pro Fold. But that wasn’t all Google had planned for its big mid-August Made by Google event. The leaks preceding the event told us we’d get new Pixel Watch and Pixel Buds models, and Google delivered.

Google launches Pixel Watch 3 in two sizes alongside Pixel Buds 2 earphones

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Just announced today, the new Google Pixel 9 smartphones are the most advanced Android devices yet. They rely on a powerful new processor, a beautiful touchscreen display, an advanced camera system and all of Google's latest AI tools and features. There are now three versions of the standard Google Pixel 9 series phone available -- the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro and the Pixel 9 Pro XL. A folding version of the phone, the Pixel 9 Pro Fold, was also announced.Starting today, you can preorder any of the new Google Pixel 9 smartphones. They begin shipping on August 22 and September 4,...

Google Pixel 9 Pro pre-orders are live: Where to get the best deals

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"They accidentally gave us 2 washers and a dryer when we only ordered 1 of each". Last month, Lowe’s experienced a glitch that lowered the price of its $2,300 Midea jumbo capacity refrigerator to just $169.

‘Lowe’s messed up’: Shopper says they got $2,300 fridge at Lowe’s for just $169

IPhone 16 leaks are coming in strong, and the latest ones reveal color options for all four models, including a surprise colorway for the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max models. Leaker Sonny Dickson and Fixed Focus Digital separately shared colorways of the iPhone 16 and 16 Pro models. A...

iPhone 16 leaks reveal surprise for Pro & Pro Max models

A lady is cautioning others about purchasing budget earrings from Amazon, Shein, and H&M, after she experienced keloid formations on her earlobes due to wearing them. On a TikTok post that has garnered more than 334,000 likes, Sailor Rozema (@sailor.rozema), a content creator, shares a warning with her community of "dangly earring girls": the inexpensive jewelry found in fast fashion can have negative impacts on your well-being.

‘I’ll never be wearing earrings for the rest of my life’: Customer warns against buying from Shein

It’s been too long since Apple updated the iPhone selfie camera with a 12MP sensor. Since then, the company’s only improvements were software-related, with Photonic Engine and updates to Smart HDR.
While the iPhone 16 will be the first to bring an Apple Intelligence approach, only the iPhone 17 models will add the selfie camera upgrades users have long been waiting for. According to Haitong Securities analyst Jeff Pu, the 2025 iPhone 17 models will get a 24MP sensor with six plastic lens elements.
In comparison, the current iPhone 15 lineup has a 12MP front camera with five plastic lens elements. That...

Rumor claims iPhone 17 will get an upgrade we’ve been waiting 5 years for

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We’ve heard a lot about what to expect from Android 15, but some of the changes coming to the next big Android overhaul will be exclusive to Google’s Pixel phones. For those with Samsung handsets, One UI 7 is the update you’ll want to get excited about, more than Android 15 itself.One UI 7 is set to be the next big update to Samsung phones, and it’s expected to incorporate Android 15, but with various Samsung-specific tweaks. And thanks to a new leak, we now have a very good idea of what to expect from One UI 7.Reliable leaker @UniverseIce...

Here’s a full list of ways in which One UI 7 could change your Samsung Galaxy phone

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

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In a shocking revelation, Kings Mart, a grocery store in Pompano Beach, has been slapped with a series of severe health violations by the Florida Department of Agriculture. The inspection, carried out by Francis Odio, uncovered a disturbing range of problems that have led to the immediate closure of several sections of the store.

An inspection found bugs in the food and rodent poop on the shelves at a Florida grocery store

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny 8lb dog named Bingo who is looking for her forever home. Bingo is a 3-year-old Shih Tzu mix with an adorable appearance and a sweet disposition. However, she needs a patient and understanding owner who recognizes that "dogs are not toys, and not all dogs love to be picked up right away," explains Sandy Paws Rescue Inc. This little lady requires some decompression time upon arriving at her new home to settle in comfortably.

Meet The Sweet Little Lady Looking For Love

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, is still looking for a forever home for an adorable six-year-old French bulldog named Joannie. The local animal rescue explains: “Joannie was found as a stray extremely emaciated and less than half her current weight now. She was missing fur on her body, face and ears. She has been nursed back to health and is doing wonderfully. While her age and exact history is unknown, it is clear she has mothered more than enough litters in her short lifetime.”

Meet The "Extreme Snuggler" French Bulldog Still Looking For Love

The Streambar Pro has been seemingly discontinued. The device is unavailable to order from Roku's online store, and third-party retailers like Best Buy show limited stock. Roku hasn't officially announced the Strembar Pro's demise, but as of the time of writing, the Best Buy listing shows no stock available online, and Roku's own online store redirects to the product page for the regular Streambar. It's still available on Amazon, but shipping times have slipped into September. We've reached out to Roku to confirm, and we will update this article when we hear back.

The Roku Streambar Pro Might Be Going Away

Connections is a game from the New York Times that challenges you to find the association between words. It sounds easy, but it isn't—Connections categories can be almost anything, and they're usually quite specific. If you need a hand getting the answers, we've got you covered. What Is Connections?

Today's NYT Connections Hints and Answer for August 11 (#426)

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

The iPhone 16 is set to arrive next month. While Apple Intelligence, a new camera button, and other changes are expected in this series, a major overhaul might be reserved until next year's phones come out. In his latest Power On newsletter, serial Apple reporter Mark Gurman details the biggest...

Gurman Says New iPhones Will Look ‘Similar to Last Year's’

Samsung Messages has long been the text messaging app that comes on Samsung phones. Now, it's gone in favor of Google Messages. While Google Messages may be the better app, that doesn't mean this change is a good thing. In many ways, it's a step backward. RCS Was Supposed to...

Samsung Messages Is Dead, and That’s Not Good for Android

Google’s Pixel 9 Pro Fold is its second attempt at foldable phone bliss, and the company’s added some crucial changes to make this experience much smoother.

I checked out the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold, a big-screen beast you can preorder now

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Hands on With the Google Pixel 9 Series, 9 Pro Fold, Watch 3, and Buds Pro 2

Google Pixel Buds Pro 2: Improved Design and Sound?. Instead of waiting for October, Google took to its Silicon Valley HQ to unveil its latest generation...

Hands on With the Google Pixel 9 Series, 9 Pro Fold, Watch 3, and Buds Pro 2

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