999 Photos on the Pixel 9 Pro XL

I took 999 photos with the new $1,100 Pixel 9 Pro XL to see how its camera holds up in the real world 🚀

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[BeccaFarsace]

small correction to the video boost section: 
-you *can* in fact record without HDR enabled, but still only in 30/60fps through the main lens or tele (no ultra wide)
-And apparently I didn't wait long enough for my boosted video to come back at 3:25... which is strange because I shot these clips well before I transferred them off device. But Google tells me that while the videos on the left are RAW and unedited, the videos on the right are not fully processed. Which, to me, speaks to how relying on footage to be processed off device should not be the answer to improving video quality on device, especially if someone who is versed in tech is misunderstanding the process.

[Mister_kipling]

Other tech reviewers....take note !! THIS is what we consumers want as a review period !!! No frills, no thrills, just honest to goodness practical advice !! Loving this ❤🎉. Such a breathe of fresh air.

[dannywinget]

Wow just coming with absolute heat for the first review video 👏🏻

[Dcrainmaker]

Wow, so good. So much work behind all those comparison shots - and it's just endless (awesome) nailed comparison. Well done!

[KhairulnizamBakeri]

I don't know how to describe this, but watching Becca's photography review is just therapeutic. The shots, the edits, the voice. It's calming.

[ajmrs]

THIS! Stop the nonsense, childish beef about iPhone vs Android phones. This is a fair review, focused on the technical side, with clear examples of strengths and weaknesses. This is what we are looking for. Thank you, Becca.

[hikaruyoroi]

I fell out of the habit of watching Verge videos since it went from a "I'm really enjoying every video they put out" to a "I just watch Becca and Dieter videos" to a "I just watch Becca videos".

Wow am I excited to see what you're able to produce on your journey as an independent creator.

[captnjd]

I thought I was watching a Verge video and then it hit me... you were the one that made the Verge feel like the Verge. So glad to have you back on Youtube!

[riseordiecrying]

Love this type of review. Actual real use and thoughts. I prefer this over someone sitting behind a desk, showing a top down image, listing specs. Your reviews feel so natural!

[yellow]

Glad to have you back and better becca!

[jwagner]

Finally the good reviews are back. Missing the old days of The Verge and found them here. The quality is of the charts. Greetings from Germany.

[kirillpetrovsky]

Becca, you have insta-reached the top tier of the independent reviewers :) this is perfect - fresh, easy and informative

[jridgii]

Glad to find you and to see that you're still producing content, Becca - keep at it! The little stuff like weird exposure changes while shooting video is the kind of thing that would drive me up a wall, too, it's worth mentioning and hopefully that discussion will lead to better smartphone video quality down the line.

[BeccaFarsace]

ok ok so we know we have the iphone 16 coming. what's going to be the most important thing for me to test?

[EyeOfEddie]

I have a Pixel 8 Pro, and I totally agree with you about the "issues" with the pictures and videos on these Pixel devices. But I think we, as tech and geek guys, tend to overthink every little detail, and a regular user probably won’t even notice. By the way, I’m a huge fan of Becca’s content creation journey as a solo creator. Keep shining, sweetheart!

[eziofilho]

The camera review that I have been waiting for! Great video as always, Becca

[johnzoid]

hey Becca. you have inspired me. thank you <3

[Undeadwolfy_]

Fantastic vid Becca. Really appreciate this nuanced analysis of the Pixel with tonnes of examples.

[mchamids]

Ammmazing vid, love the added personality and the more than superficial take on the camera… others just reviewing by numbers. Lovely to meet your partner. Love ya bud xx

[jackdaniels]

Such clear, no-nonsense, precise work, well done, Becca!