Best Pixel 9, Pro & XL Features | Tips & Tricks

Google's Pixel 9 series, including the beefy new Pixel 9 Pro XL, is packed with loads of AI-led features and other clever tools. This tips and tricks guide shows you how to setup and get started with your Pixel 9 Pro or regular model. From Studio and Screenshots to camera features like Add Me and Video Boost, here's the best bits you may have missed.

Even if you're completely sick of hearing about AI, there's no denying that Google's Gemini assistant is impressively helpful. Here's how to make use of this excellent tool for planning your day and more. The Pixel 9 Pro XL and its cheaper siblings also serve up the Screenshots app, which can smartly search your collection and pull out info on demand.

Camera fans can capture group shots in two parts with Add Me, while the Pixel 9 Pro XL and Pro can boost your video clips using more AI smarts. Google has improved the photo editing tools too for this 2024 flagship series. Here's a closer look at how to use the new features, stay tuned for my camera review!

To end this tips and tricks extravaganza, we check out some customisation tools for the Pixel 9 series. From the lock and home screen to gesture support, you can personalise a lot of Google's new phones.

Let us know your pick of the best new features below!

Google Pixel 9, Pro & XL Tips & Tricks Chapters:
0:00 - Sick of AI yet?
0:53 - Best existing AI features
1:56 - Gemini
3:33 - Screenshots
4:34 - Pixel Studio
5:39 - Call Notes
6:04 - Add Me
6:33 - Video Boost
7:34 - Pro camera tools
8:02 - Magic Photo Editor
9:07 - Reimagine
9:42 - Video editing
10:17 - Editing the lock/home screen
12:03 - Thermometer!
12:46 - Clear calling
13:13 - Gestures
14:19 - Game Pass