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Just when you think we’ve hit the smartphone peak, it goes higher. Way higher.

The new Pixel phones have arrived, and you can use them to supercharge your ideas with Gemini – or upgrade to Gemini Advanced. The new Pixel phones have arrived, and we’re excited to integrate them with the latest in Google AI technology. With Gemini, you’ll be able to supercharge your ideas and get quick help with writing, learning, planning, and more. Looking to tackle more complex problems? Try Gemini Advanced and experience Google’s most capable AI models and priority access to new features. 

 AI development is happening super fast, and these phones are built to take advantage of both the latest in AI and the innovation to come. There’s never been a more exciting time to buy a Pixel phone. Here’s a synopsis of Gemini and Gemini Advanced.

Gemini is the built-in AI assistant from Google on your Pixel phone1

Whether you buy a Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro Fold, or Pixel 9, your phone comes out of the box with Gemini.

Gemini is your built-in AI assistant. However fast you move through your day, Gemini can help by:

  • Finding answers and info from all kinds of sources: Google apps, images, text input, audio, or even something you’re seeing on your screen or in real life. For instance, take a photo of gym equipment and ask, “What muscles does this machine work, and how do I use it?”3 Gemini will get you answers, quick.

  • Kickstarting productivity and creativity. Need a brainstorming partner or help planning something? Gemini only needs a prompt to get started. Ask something like, “Help me plan a date night – find a sushi restaurant open this Friday at 8pm,” then follow up with “Find me a dessert spot within walking distance.” (Hint: The more details, the better the results.) Completely different but just as awesome: You can generate an image with Gemini just by typing in your idea.3 Dream big, then easily drop it into Google Messages or Gmail to share.4

  • Have a conversation or rehearse one. Try Gemini Live, a more natural way to have free-flowing voice conversations with Gemini on your phone. Go Live to brainstorm ideas, simplify complex topics, and rehearse for important moments – all with real-time, spoken responses. It’s like having an always-available expert in your pocket to talk to, whenever inspiration or curiosity strikes.5

  • Summarizing things for you. Long articles, a bloated inbox – who has time for all that? Well, Gemini does, and it can outline the important bits in just a few moments. Example: “Summarize all the emails from the kids’ school and tell me what I need to know and do.” Gemini will provide an overview of your inbox and highlight where you might need to respond.

Learn more about Gemini AI

Discover how Gemini can help you brainstorm ideas, find information quickly, and do more with your Pixel phone.

Learn more about Gemini AI

Discover how Gemini can help you brainstorm ideas, find information quickly, and do more with your Pixel phone.

Gemini Advanced: Your ultimate pass to Google’s next-gen AI 

Experience Google’s most capable AI models and get priority access to new features with Gemini Advanced. Whether you’re applying to college, changing careers, getting started on creative ideas, or launching a side hustle, there are times when you need to call in a little extra help. Gemini Advanced helps you tackle your most complex projects with priority access to Google’s next-gen AI.

Plus, other perks like 2 TB of cloud storage and Gemini in Gmail, Docs, and more are included with the Google One AI Premium Plan. The best part? You get a one-year trial at no cost with the purchase of Pixel 9 Pro or Pixel 9 Pro Fold.2

Respond to emails faster with Gemini in Gmail. No more struggling to write the perfect response on a small screen – Gemini can craft contextual smart replies to offer longer, more detailed suggestions with one tap. This feature is available through the Google One AI Premium plan for both desktop and Pixel.6

Power through complex projects. Take advantage of Gemini Advanced's 1M token context window, enabling you to process massive amounts of information at once (up to 1,500 pages of text). Upload long documents, spreadsheets, and more, then save hours of time and effort as Gemini Advanced summarizes your files and even analyzes your data for you.

Create custom AI experts in Gemini Advanced with Gems. Gems enable you to customize Gemini for your needs. Simply describe how you want your Gem to respond – for instance, ask it to be a subject-matter expert in moments. 

What that might look like in practice: Set up a new Gem that’s a running coach, delivering daily running plans in a positive, motivating tone. Or create a tutor to make a study plan and help you get ready for a standardized exam. You could even set up an expert on a topic that’s available for you wherever you are, like a sustainable-seafood expert that you can call on when you see what’s on sale at the grocery store. Gems are editable, so you can always refine your Gem to be more helpful. Soon, you’ll be able to use Gems on your Pixel phone as well.

Now that you’re up to speed on the differences between Gemini and Gemini Advanced, it’s time to shop Pixel Pro.

Takeaways
Gemini on new Pixel phones helps supercharge creativity and productivity1Gemini Advanced is part of the Google One AI Premium plan and gives you priority access to Google’s next-gen AI2A year of Gemini Advanced is included with the purchase of Pixel 9 Pro or Pixel 9 Pro Fold2
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  1. Available on select devices, languages, and countries.  Works with compatible accounts. Internet connection required.  Check responses for accuracy. Feature availability varies based on language.

  2. By subscribing, you agree to terms for Google One and offers. See how Google handles data. Gemini Advanced and Gemini for Gmail, Docs, and more are only available for ages 18+. Gemini for Gmail, Docs and more is only available in English.
    The Google One AI Premium plan offer is available to users with the purchase and activation of a Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL or Pixel 9 Pro Fold between August 7, 2024 and October 31, 2025 at 11:59pm PT. Offer does not apply to Google One members billed through 3rd party providers, Pixel Pass members, Google One family plan members, or Google One members on a 5TB plan or above. Redeem the offer by November 15, 2025 at 11:59pm PT. Valid form of payment required at sign-up, but you will not be charged until the trial period expires. Unless canceled earlier, Google One AI Premium will charge $19.99 after the trial ends, billed on a recurring monthly basis. Cancel anytime. No refunds for partial billing periods, except as required by applicable law. Return of purchased device may result in cancellation of subscription. See one.google.com/offer/terms-and-conditions/pixel9pro&profold for more details.

  3. Results for illustrative purposes and may vary.  Internet connection required. Language and country availability varies. 

  4. Feature availability varies based on content. Internet connection, Android device, and set up required. Language availability varies. Results for illustrative purposes and may vary. Check responses for accuracy.

  5. Compatible with certain features and with certain accounts. Internet connection required. Available on select devices, languages, and countries. Results for illustrative purposes and may vary. Check responses for accuracy.

  6. Google One AI Premium subscription required and compatible with certain features. Internet connection required. Language and country availability may vary. Results for illustrative purposes and may vary. Check responses for accuracy.

  7. Subscription required and requires browser for setup. Available in select languages. Check responses for accuracy.