Pixel 9 Pro will reportedly get huge design changes, including a redesigned camera module, flat frames, and a smaller display.
The leak suggests Google has yet another design overhaul in store. The latestPixel 8 and 8 Prowere already a big design departure, but it seems the Pixel 9 will bring even more surprising changes. The new Pixel could give off iPhone vibes with a flat frame. Google may also be planning to redesign the iconic camera bump.
Pixel 9 Pro might get smaller display & flat frames
Googleunveiled a fresh look with the Pixel 6, highlighted by a distinctive visor-like camera island. The Pixel 7 continued this design but opted for a metal camera bar. The Pixel 8 series maintained the camera module, albeit with slightly less protrusion compared to the Pixel 7.
However, with the Pixel 9 Pro, Google might be planning to phase out the iconic camera bar and replace it with a rounded look that mirrors the camera cutout’s pill-shaped design. The camera island may no longer span across the whole width of the phone.
Google may also give Pixel 9 Pro flat sides, unapologetically similar to theiPhone 15 Pro Max. We don’t blame Google as this appears to be the trend in the whole industry. The latestGalaxy S24 seriesalso features flat edges. Whether flat frames are better or not is something you’ll have to decide.
MySmartPrice, citing trusted leaker OnLeaks, claims Pixel 9 Pro will get a 6.5-inch flat display, down from 6.7 inches on thePixel 8 Pro. We find this hard to believe because the reported dimensions of the phone have barely changed as compared to the Pixel 8 Pro.
Pixel 9 Pro measures 162.7 x 76.6 x 8.5 mm (12.0 mm when you include the camera bump), according to the report. Pixel 8 Pro, by comparison, measures 162.6 x 76.5 x 8.8mm.
From what we can see in the leaked renders, the Pixel 9 Pro retains the triple camera sensors on the back. The gimmicky temperature sensor can also be seen.
Anurag Singh was a Tech Writer on Dexerto’s UK team, expertly covering laptops, smartphones, and wearables. He covers the biggest tech news from major brands such as Apple, Samsung, and Microsoft. He also has bylines at Android Police, Neowin, MakeTechEasier, Gizmochina.
