Marco Julian Serrano The ‘Made by Google’ event happening on August 13 has led to new leaks about the Pixel 9 series. These leaks, which include the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, and Pixel 9 Pro Fold, have come from the NCC regulatory agency. They show us things about their design, battery size, charging speed, etc.
First Look at Pixel 9 Pro Fold
The NCC photos reveal the Pixel 9 Pro Fold’s new design, including:
- A relocated inner selfie camera to the corner of the screen.
- A new square camera arrangement, replacing the iconic long camera bar.
- Slimmer top and bottom bezels on the inside display compared to the original Pixel Fold.
- A somewhat reduced display crease, although this requires hands-on verification.
The phone appears to lie completely flat, a notable improvement over the first-generation Fold.
Pixel 9 Series Overview
All four Pixel 9 models were listed in the NCC reports:
- Pixel 9 (GUR25)
- Pixel 9 Pro (GEC77)
- Pixel 9 Pro XL (GZC4K)
- Pixel 9 Pro Fold (GGH2X)
The reports included internal photos, battery sizes, and charging speeds, providing a comprehensive look at the upcoming devices.
Charging Speeds and Battery Sizes
The NCC reports reveal new charging speeds for the Pixel 9 series, with the Pixel 9 Pro XL standing out at approximately 32.67W, suggesting a support of at least 35W. This would be a modest upgrade over the Pixel 8 Pro’s 30W.
Here are the charging speeds from the reports compared to older Pixel phones:
| Model | Charging Speed in Reports | Advertised Charging Speed |
| Pixel 9 | 24.12 W | ? |
| Pixel 9 Pro | 25.20 W | ? |
| Pixel 9 Pro XL | 32.67 W | ? |
| Pixel 9 Pro Fold | 20.25 W | ? |
| Pixel 8 | 24.66 W | 27 W |
| Pixel 8 Pro | 26.91 W | 30 W |
| Pixel Fold | 22.5 W | 23 W? |
The battery sizes for the upcoming Pixel 9 devices were also listed:
| Model | Battery Size (Typical) |
| Pixel 9 | 4558 mAh |
| Pixel 9 Pro | 4558 mAh |
| Pixel 9 Pro XL | 4942 mAh |
| Pixel 9 Pro Fold | 4560 mAh (1183 mAh + 3377 mAh) |
| Pixel 8 | 4485 mAh |
| Pixel 8 Pro | 4950 mAh |
| Pixel Fold | 4727 mAh (1460 mAh + 3267 mAh) |
Design Confirmation and Pricing
Google has now confirmed how the Pixel 9 Pro and the Pixel 9 Pro Fold will look. Both of these phones have a pillshaped camera layout in a line with three cameras and flashlights. We still don’t know where the front camera for the Pixel 9 Pro Fold will be placed but we think more details and leaks will come out as we get closer to launch day. According to a recent update, these phones in the Pixel 9 series will be available in four colors, Obsidian (black), Porcelain (white), Cosmo and Mojito. Here are their different prices based on storage options,
- Pixel 9: €899 (128GB), €999 (256GB)
- Pixel 9 Pro: €1,099 (128GB), €1,199 (256GB), €1,329 (512GB)
- Pixel 9 Pro XL: €1,199 (128GB), €1,299 (256GB), €1,429 (512GB), €1,689 (1TB)
- Pixel 9 Pro Fold: €1,899 (256GB), €2,029 (512GB)
Conclusion
As we get closer to the ‘Made by Google’ event, more information about the upcoming Pixel 9 series is being revealed due to leaks. We’re seeing changes in design along with advancements in charging speeds and battery sizes which make this news exciting. As August 13 draws nearer when these smartphones officially launch remember to check back for more updates.
