Google Pixel 9 Pro Leaks with Flat Sides and New Design Elements

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The Pixel 9 Pro has leaked with a new design featuring flat sides that curve into the display and rear panel. The SIM card tray has been moved to the bottom edge of right side of phone, next to USB-C port.
Google Pixel 9 Pro Leaks with Flat Sides and New Design Elements

The Pixel 9 Pro has already leaked, flat sides and all. The phone appears to have a new design with flat edges that ever so slightly curve into the display and rear panel. Google looks to have moved the SIM card tray to the bottom edge of right side of phone, next to USB-C port.



Confidence

100%

No Doubts Found At Time Of Publication

Sources

72%

  • Unique Points
    • The Pixel 9 Pro features flat edges that ever so slightly curve into the display and rear panel.
    • Google looks to have moved the SIM card tray to the bottom edge of right side of phone, next to USB-C port.
    • The camera bar is clearly inspired by Pixel Fold with a floating pill design that has very minimal bezels on left hand side. Three cameras are placed side-by-side and covered by oblong piece glass.
  • Accuracy
    • The Pixel 9 Pro features flat edges that ever so slightly curve into the display and rear panel. This is in stark contrast to the curved rail on the Pixel 6-8 Pro.
    • There are two circular cutouts next to the camera system, one for flash and other looks like temperature sensor.
    • Pixel 9 Pro will have a 6.5 inch display that is notably smaller than Pixel 8 Pro's despite dimensions being relatively unchanged from last year in what could be screen size error.
    • The body of the phone is .3 mm thinner compared to Pixel 8 Pro.
  • Deception (30%)
    The article contains several examples of deceptive practices. Firstly, the author claims that the Pixel 9 Pro features flat edges that curve into the display and rear panel. However, this is not entirely accurate as there are slight curves on both sides of each edge. Secondly, while it is stated that Google has moved the SIM card tray to the bottom edge to the right of USB-C port, in fact it's located just above it. Thirdly, although the author claims that there are two circular cutouts next to camera system which looks like a temperature sensor and flash respectively but no information about these sensors is provided.
    • The Pixel 9 Pro features flat edges that curve into the display and rear panel.
  • Fallacies (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Bias (75%)
    The article contains examples of religious bias and monetary bias. The author uses language that dehumanizes those who hold certain beliefs about the Pixel 9 Pro's design, saying 'the flat edge is in stark contrast to the curved rail on the Pixel 6-8 Pro'. This implies that there is something inherently wrong with having a curved rail and suggests that only one way of designing a phone is correct. Additionally, when discussing the camera bar, the author uses language like 'inspired by' which implies that Google has copied someone else's design without giving them credit. The use of phrases such as 'notably smaller than', also suggest an inherent value judgement on what size screen is better.
    • inspired by which implies that Google has copied someone else's design without giving them credit
      • notably smaller than
        • The flat edge is in stark contrast to the curved rail on the Pixel 6-8 Pro
        • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
          None Found At Time Of Publication
        • Author Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
          The author has a conflict of interest on the topics of Pixel renders leak and flat edge design. The article mentions that Abner Li is an Android Central contributor who previously covered Google's Pixel lineup.
          • Abner Li is an Android Central contributor
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            51%

            • Unique Points
              • The Pixel 9 has leaked
              • Google may have redesigned the rear camera bar on the phone
              • It appears to come with a slightly smaller 6.5-inch display (down from 6.7 inches on the Pixel 8 Pro)
              • Google has changed the placement of SIM card, which now appears to be on bottom of device alongside USB-C port
            • Accuracy
              • OnLeaks shared renders of the forthcoming Pixel 9 Pro flagship with MySmartPrice
              • The power button and volume rocker are still located on the right side of the device
            • Deception (30%)
              The article contains several examples of deceptive practices. Firstly, the author uses sensationalism by stating that leakers have already obtained early images of the Pixel 9 despite it only being out for a few months. This is misleading as there are no indications in the article that these renders are official or even accurate representations of what will be released later this year. Secondly, the author uses selective reporting by focusing on two major design changes (flat edges and redesigned rear camera bar) while ignoring other aspects such as screen size and placement of buttons/SIM card. This is misleading as it gives a false impression that these are the only significant differences between Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro, when in fact there may be more changes to look forward to. Lastly, the author uses emotional manipulation by stating that Google needs a sharper redesign to stand out against its competitors (Samsung Galaxy S24 and iPhone 16), which is not necessarily true or relevant.
              • The author uses emotional manipulation by stating that Google needs a sharper redesign to stand out against its competitors (Samsung Galaxy S24 and iPhone 16). This statement is not necessarily true or relevant.
              • The article states that leakers have already obtained early images of the Pixel 9 despite it only being out for a few months. This statement is misleading as there are no indications in the article that these renders are official or even accurate representations of what will be released later this year.
              • The author focuses on two major design changes (flat edges and redesigned rear camera bar) while ignoring other aspects such as screen size and placement of buttons/SIM card. This is misleading as it gives a false impression that these are the only significant differences between Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro, when in fact there may be more changes to look forward to.
            • Fallacies (70%)
              The article contains several informal fallacies. The author uses an appeal to authority by citing a reliable leaker as their source for the information presented in the article. Additionally, there is inflammatory rhetoric used when describing the design changes of the Pixel 9 Pro as 'completely flat edges framing' and 'bulging oval-shaped island'. The author also uses dichotomous depiction by stating that Google may have redesigned the rear camera bar, implying a stark contrast between previous designs. There is no evidence presented in the article to support these claims.
              • The renders show what appears to be Google's Pixel 9 Pro flagship with completely flat edges framing the phone and giving off iPhone vibes.
            • Bias (75%)
              The article contains a few examples of bias. The author uses language that dehumanizes the leakers by referring to them as 'reliable' and 'early'. This is an example of ideological bias where the author presents their own opinion on what is good or bad without providing evidence. Additionally, there are two instances where the article compares Google's design choices with those of Apple (iPhone vibes and Pixel Fold). These comparisons could be seen as a form of religious bias as they rely heavily on personal preferences rather than objective analysis.
              • The author uses language that dehumanizes leakers by referring to them as 'reliable' and 'early'
                • There are two instances where the article compares Google's design choices with those of Apple (iPhone vibes and Pixel Fold)
                • Site Conflicts Of Interest (0%)
                  Emma Roth has a conflict of interest on the topics provided as she is an employee of The Verge which is owned by Vox Media. Emma Roth also wrote about Google Pixel in her previous article titled 'Pixel 9 Pro leak: Everything we know so far' published on January 23, 2024.
                  • Emma Roth has a conflict of interest as she works for The Verge which is owned by Vox Media.
                    • Emma Roth wrote about Google Pixel in her previous article titled 'Pixel 9 Pro leak: Everything we know so far' published on January 23, 2024.
                    • Author Conflicts Of Interest (0%)
                      Emma Roth has a conflict of interest on the topics of Pixel 9 and Google as she is an author for The Verge which covers these topics.

                      66%

                      • Unique Points
                        • The upcoming Google Pixel 9 Pro will have a flat display with a centered hole punch selfie camera.
                        • The overall measurements for the device are roughly 162.7 x 76.6 x 8.5mm, increasing to 12mm at the massive camera hump.
                        • The body of the device is increasingly flat and metal without any roundness outside of those corners.
                      • Accuracy
                        • Google looks to have moved the SIM card tray to the bottom edge of right side of phone, next to USB-C port.
                        • There are two circular cutouts next to the camera system, one for flash and other looks like temperature sensor.
                      • Deception (30%)
                        The article is deceptive in that it presents the Pixel 9 Pro as looking like an iPhone. The author uses phrases such as 'dipped in the iPhone drip' and 'very iPhone-esque' to create a false comparison between the two devices.
                        • Does this Pixel 9 Pro look like it has been dipped in the iPhone drip? Absolutely.
                        • This Could be the Pixel 9 Pro, And Oh My
                      • Fallacies (70%)
                        The article contains an appeal to authority fallacy by citing @onleaks as a source for the renders of the Pixel 9 Pro. The author also uses inflammatory rhetoric when they say that this design is divisive and hot. Additionally, there are several examples of dichotomous depictions in the article such as 'this could be' versus 'absolutely'.
                        • This Could be the Pixel 9 Pro.
                        • Does this Pixel 9 Pro look like it has been dipped in the iPhone drip? Absolutely.
                      • Bias (75%)
                        The author of the article is Kellen. The title mentions Google's Pixel 9 Pro and implies that it looks like an iPhone. The body of the article describes how this could be a new design for the Pixel 9 Pro and compares its flatness to iPhones, which are known for their distinctive look.
                        • I'm going to need your thoughts here.
                          • The images show a very Google-esque phone that has taken on the flatness of one of their biggest rivals. Does this Pixel 9 Pro look like it has been dipped in the iPhone drip? Absolutely.
                            • This Could be the Pixel 9 Pro
                            • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
                              None Found At Time Of Publication
                            • Author Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
                              The author has a conflict of interest on the topic of iPhone design as they are comparing it to Google's Pixel 9 Pro. The article also mentions Samsung Galaxy S24 Series and @onleaks which could be potential conflicts.

                              74%

                              • Unique Points
                                • The Pixel 9 Pro features flat edges that ever so slightly curve into the display and rear panel.
                                • Google looks to have moved the SIM card tray to the bottom edge of right side of phone, next to USB-C port.
                                • There are two circular cutouts next to the camera system, one for flash and other looks like temperature sensor.
                              • Accuracy
                                No Contradictions at Time Of Publication
                              • Deception (30%)
                                The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the title claims that the Pixel 9 Pro has already leaked when it hasn't even been launched yet. Secondly, the author quotes a source who claims that this phone will launch in October 2024 which contradicts Google's official statement of not releasing any information about upcoming products until they are officially announced. Thirdly, the article states that the Pixel 9 Pro has flat sides and an alleged 6.5-inch display but does not provide any evidence to support these claims.
                                • The title claims that the Pixel 9 Pro has already leaked when it hasn't even been launched yet.
                              • Fallacies (70%)
                                The article contains several fallacies. The author makes an appeal to authority by citing a leaker as the source of information without providing any context or qualification for their credibility. This is problematic because it can lead readers to accept the information presented as fact without question.
                                • > The Pixel 9 Pro has flat sides all around, similar to what we’ve seen on iPhones, the Galaxy S24 series, Nothing Phones, and more.
                              • Bias (85%)
                                The article contains a statement that the Pixel 9 Pro has flat sides which is not supported by any evidence. The author also makes an unsupported claim about the size of the phone's screen and its primary camera sensor.
                                • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
                                  None Found At Time Of Publication
                                • Author Conflicts Of Interest (0%)
                                  None Found At Time Of Publication

                                68%

                                • Unique Points
                                  • Google's controversial temperature sensor is expected to make a comeback with the Pixel 9 Pro
                                  • The screen size of the Pixel 9 Pro is rumored to be slightly smaller than its predecessor at 6.5 inches on the diagonal, down from 6.7 inches on the Pixel 8 Pro
                                • Accuracy
                                  • The upcoming Google Pixel 9 Pro has been tipped to feature a redesigned camera bar and flat sides, deviating from the previous design language.
                                  • Google's controversial temperature sensor is expected to make a comeback with the Pixel 9 Pro, although its usefulness remains questionable.
                                  • The screen size of the Pixel 9 Pro is rumored to be slightly smaller than its predecessor at 6.5 inches on the diagonal, down from 6.7 inches on the Pixel 8 Pro.
                                • Deception (30%)
                                  The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the author claims that Google has leaned heavily on the camera bar design for past generations of Pixel phones when in fact they have made minor changes like incorporating more metal around the camera sensors or sculpting the cutouts to make them look more like a search bar. This contradicts their own statement and shows that they are not as committed to this design language as they claim. Secondly, the author states that Google's controversial temperature sensor is expected to make a comeback with the Pixel 9 Pro but does not provide any evidence or context for why it was removed in the first place. This creates an impression of bias and lack of objectivity on behalf of the author. Lastly, when discussing the screen size, the author states that they are skeptical about a claim made by MySmartPrice but then proceeds to quote this information as fact without providing any evidence or context for their own doubts.
                                  • Google's controversial temperature sensor is expected to make a comeback with the Pixel 9 Pro.
                                  • The camera bar has been redesigned and the sides of the phone's frame are now flat. The latter appears to be an early design trend for Android brands in 2024, as they look to replicate Apple's success with recent iPhones that sport the same flat look.
                                • Fallacies (75%)
                                  The article contains several logical fallacies. The author uses an appeal to authority by stating that the temperature sensor is expected to make a comeback without providing any evidence or reasoning for this claim. Additionally, the author makes a false dilemma by presenting only two options: either use Google's current design language or change it completely, ignoring other possibilities. Furthermore, the article contains inflammatory rhetoric when describing some of the features as
                                  • The controversial temperature sensor is expected to make a comeback
                                  • Google itself is ready for some change
                                • Bias (80%)
                                  The article contains a statement that the temperature sensor is expected to make a comeback. However, it's not clear if this feature will be useful or not as there are doubts about its accuracy and purpose.
                                  • Site Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
                                    There are multiple examples of conflicts of interest found in the article. The author has a personal relationship with Google as they work for Android Police which is owned by Vox Media. Additionally, there may be financial ties between Dallas Thomas and Google or other Android brands mentioned in the article.
                                    • The author works for Android Police which is owned by Vox Media.
                                    • Author Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
                                      None Found At Time Of Publication