1. The Pixel’s form is reimagined with a more sculpted design and luxurious finishes.
For the first time, Pixel 9 Pro comes in two sizes — Pixel 9 Pro is 6.3” and Pixel 9 Pro XL is 6.8”. All the new Pixel 9 phones feature an elegant, new sculpted form with more rounded corners and a flat glass front and back — which Claude says follows “a logical progression of size, comfort and strength.” The sculpted new design not only looks great, but feels great in hand. The phones are crafted with beautiful materials and finishes: The satin matte back on Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro XL is complemented by the dual-finish camera bar and gleaming, polished metal sides. With the completely re-engineered design, the phones are now twice as durable than prior generations so they can better withstand the inevitable drops. And the phones were designed with the cases in mind, so they blend beautifully into the phone’s design.
2. Pixel meets three new colors: Wintergreen, Rose Quartz and Peony.
“We always strive to create colors that make the product’s design shine while also delivering a range of options that appeal to different preferences,” Isabelle says. Part of the team’s inspiration for creating new shades comes from everyday items, and that was no exception while developing this year’s new colors — Wintergreen, Rose Quartz and Peony. The two pink shades were inspired by Japanese candies, a sneaker, a Cosmopolitan — yes, the cocktail! — and a leather bag, Isabelle says. “For Wintergreen, a few things we drew inspiration from were a candle from Santa Fe, a nail polish and a silk sock,” she adds.