At a starting price of $1,799, the Pixel 9 Pro Fold is Google’s most expensive phone to date. The new device offers a slimmer form factor along with upgraded internals.Pixel 9 Pro Fold will not get these camera features of cheaper Pixel 9 models
However, despite being the most premium model, it still lacks some exclusive AI video features available in its non-folding counterparts, the Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro XL.
As reported by PhoneArena, the Pixel 9 Pro Fold doesn’t have the Video Boost feature that the company introduced last year on the Pixel 8 Pro.
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Video Boost leverages Google’s cloud processing power to upscale video quality. To use it, you have to record a video with the feature enabled which will then be uploaded to Google’s servers for AI-powered improvements.
Once ready, you receive a notification that your “Boosted” video is available for download. Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro XL users can expect even more impressive results as these devices support upscaling 4K videos to 8K and lossless 20x zoom with Video Boost. The processing is also said to be twice as fast compared to the Pixel 8 Pro.
While Video Boost’s heavy lifting occurs in the cloud, some hardware prerequisites exist, according to PhoneArena. And the Pixel 9 Pro Fold, despite its premium price, apparently doesn’t meet these requirements.
Its camera system, with a 48MP primary, 10.5MP ultra-wide, and 10.5MP telephoto lens with 5x optical zoom, doesn’t match the 50MP primary, 48MP ultra-wide, and 48MP telephoto lens with 5x optical zoom found in the Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro XL.
This isn’t entirely surprising. Foldable phones often struggle to match the camera capabilities of their non-folding counterparts. Similar discrepancies exist between the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 and the Galaxy S24 Ultra. However, at $1,800, users might expect Google’s best camera technology in the Pixel 9 Pro Fold. The omission could be a dealbreaker for photography enthusiasts.Pixel 9 Pro Fold will not get these camera features of cheaper Pixel 9 models
Ultimately, the decision depends on what you value most. If video editing and high zoom capabilities are essential for you, the Pixel 9 Pro series offers clear advantages.
However, if a large unfolded screen and productivity are more important, the Pixel 9 Pro Fold could still be a strong choice. Just be aware of its limitations in camera hardware and video processing compared to the Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro XL before making a purchase.
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