Pixel 9 family: The "just hardware" review (no AI)
Briefly

"It's definitely possible to use a Pixel 9 without Gemini; your phone will still work pretty much the same as any other Android phone. You'll still have access to all the basic stuff like making calls, texting, taking photos, and all your favorite apps."
"Yeah, Google highlights Gemini as a selling point; it's a smart assistant, so it makes your phone a bit more helpful. But it's not necessary for your phone to work."
"A fantastic camera that takes amazing photos, a smooth display, and solid battery life. Plus, it'll get software updates straight from Google for a few years."
"The two big new features of the Pixel 9 lineup are that their camera bars have a new design and shape, and Google says the phones are 'twice as durable' as their Pixel 8 predecessors."
Read at Ars Technica
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