The next generation of the phone wars is here and it’s all about artificial intelligence. On Tuesday, Aug. 13, Google unveiled its latest lineup of Pixel phones at its annual showcase held a bit earlier than usual this year as it looks to be one step ahead of Apple when it comes to AI.
While we wait for Apple to reveal its next-gen iPhones in September, Google showcased its Pixel 9 lineup – the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, and Pixel 9 Pro Fold — complete with AI capabilities using its Gemini technology.
New AI functions include a voice conversation feature and a “magic editor” that can add a person to a photo who wasn’t in the original. All new phones will come with a free year of Gemini Assistant, normally a $20 monthly subscription.
Google’s new phones are available now to preorder. The Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro XL are being released on Aug. 22. while the Pixel 9 Pro and the Pixel 9 Pro Fold launch on Sept. 4.. The pricing for these new phones ranges from $800 to $1,800.