The first Google Pixel foldable smartphone launched last year didn’t make it to Singapore’s shores. But the latest Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold will be!
PIXEL 9 SERIES SMARTPHONES
As expected during the event yesterday, Google launched its latest slew of devices, including the new Pixel 9 smartphone series. They are the entry-level 6.3-inch Pixel 9 and the pro versions with better display and cameras – the 6.3-inch Pixel 9 Pro and the 6.8-inch Pixel 9 Pro XL. However, the biggest news, at least to me, is the Pixel 9 Pro Fold will be available in Singapore.
All the Pixel 9 smartphones are powered by Google’s latest processor, Tensor G4, which is said to enable the Mountain View company’s Gemini artificial intelligence (AI) powers. Most importantly, the Tensor G4 is the first processor to run multimodal Gemini AI at 45 tokens per second, allowing AI photography features such as Add Me, Auto Frame and Pixel Screenshots.
The Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro both have 6.3-inch displays but the latter has a better Super Actua display with a refresh rate from 1-120Hz compared to 60-120Hz of Pixel 9. The Pixel 9 Pro XL has a larger 6.8-inch Super Actua display, and like the Pixel 9 Pro, it comes with three rear cameras – a 50MP wide-angle, a 48MP ultra-wide-angle and a 48MP telephoto with 5x optical zoom.
The Pixel 9 Pro Fold has a outer 6.3-inch Actua display, like the Pixel 9, and an inner 8-inch Super Actua Flex foldable display. With the biggest inner display on the market according to its maker, you can easily Split Screen paired apps to multitask with ease, drag and drop photos, and use Dual Screen with Google Meet, so the people on your call can see your face and what you are seeing.
In terms of camera specs, the Pixel 9 Pro Fold does not compare to the “proper” Pixel 9 Pros. The Pixel 9 Pro Fold comes with three rear cameras – a 48MP wide-angle, 10.5MP ultra-wide, and 10.8MP telephoto with 5x optical zoom.
NEW WEARABLES
At the same time, the new Pixel Buds Pro 2 true wireless headphones and the Pixel Watch 3 smartwatch are also announced. The Buds Pro 2 has a new secure-fitting design to ensure maximum comfort with the best fit. It is armed with the Tensor AI chip for Gemini AI support, greater noise cancellation, upgraded sound quality, precise location tracking and a deep integration with other Pixel devices.
The new Pixel Watch 3 now comes in two sizes of 41mm and 45mm. Previously, the Pixel smartwatches only come in one size. The upgraded displays on both sizes are said to be bigger, brighter and more responsive. They come with new advanced running capabilities, all-new readiness and cardio load tracking and other significant performance upgrades, all while maintaining a 24-hour battery life.
As you might expect, it will offer personalised AI-powered run recommendations based on your goals, readiness and target load from Fitbit Premium — including the all-new Morning Brief, which delivers a summary of your most important health and fitness metrics to help you plan your day.
Below is a table to let you see the pricing and availability of the latest Google’s devices in a glance.
| Device | Price | Availability | Pre-orders | On-shelf Date |
| Pixel 9 (6.3-inch Actua display) | From S$1,199 | Online: Google Store, Amazon SG, Challenger, COURTS, Singtel, Shopee, Lazada and SprintCass (Airport) In-Store: Challenger, COURTS, Singtel, SprintCass | 14 August | 22 August |
| Pixel 9 Pro (6.3-inch Super Actua display) | From S$1,459 | N/A | Available from September onwards. *More details to come | |
| Pixel 9 Pro XL (6.8-inch Super Actua display) | From $1,739 | 14 August | 22 August | |
| Pixel Buds Pro 2 | $345 | 14 August *Only on Google Store | Available from September onwards. *More details to come | |
| Pixel 9 Pro Fold (6.8-inch Super Actua outer display; 8-inch Super Actua Flex inner display) | From S$2,399 | Online: Google Store, Singtel, SprintCass In-Store: Singtel, SprintCass | 14 August *Only on Google Store & Singtel | Available from September onwards. *More details to come |
| Pixel Watch 3 (41 mm) | S$529 | Online: Google Store, Amazon SG, Challenger, COURTS, Singtel, Shopee, Lazada, Best Denki and SprintCass (Airport) In-Store: Challenger, COURTS, Best Denki, Singtel, SprintCass *LTE models only available at Singtel physical and online stores | 14 August *Only on Google Store | Available from September onwards. *More details to come |
| Pixel Watch 3 (45 mm) | From S$599 | 14 August *Only on Google Store | Available from September onwards. *More details to come |