I completely agree. The Pixel 9 Pro's superior value proposition is undeniable. If you frequently handle demanding tasks, like trying to quickly resize image files or complex video editing, the $200 difference for the Pro becomes a necessary investment, not a luxury. The base model is definitely overshadowed this year.
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I'm also pretty happy with my Pixel 9, though I can see the appeal of the Pro. It's all about what you value most in a phone. On a completely different note, has anyone tried any of those silly incremental games lately? I was messing around with one that had me thinking of a labubu clicker, wouldn't that be wild?
I'm still enjoying my Pixel 9, but I see what you mean about the Pro. It's tempting to upgrade. Speaking of upgrades, I saw this funny game where you manage a farm, kind of like a chicken jockey clicker, but with more pixelated goodness. It's a fun way to pass the time while waiting for my phone to charge.
I agree that the Pixel 9 Pro is a compelling alternative. It makes you wonder if there's a specific point where the design hits a sort of sprunki phase, where all elements come together in a surprisingly effective way. I'm happy with my Pixel 9 for now, though.
I totally agree with the conclusion. When the Pro offers so many vital upgrades for just $200, it feels like Google gave the base Pixel 9 an orbit kick right out of the flagship conversation. The standard model is fine, but it’s hard to justify the purchase when the Pro’s value proposition is so much stronger. Waiting for those deep discounts seems inevitable.
Google account is all I need from this company. They can cram the rest of it right up their collective butts.
Not interested in their hardware or software beyond that. Why people look at the Pixel as the iPhone of Android is absolutely mind boggling to me.