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Google extends AirDrop-style sharing to the Pixel 9 lineup via Quick Share, enabling file and photo transfers with Apple devices (iPhone, Mac, iPad) for Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, and Pixel 9 Pro Fold, while Pixel 9a remains unsupported.
Google has introduced AirDrop-style file sharing between Pixel 10/9 devices and Apple devices via Quick Share. The setup requires updates to Google Play System and Google Play Services and the semi-secret Quick Share Extension; you can send from Pixel to iPhone/Mac by using Quick Share's Send and accepting on the Apple side, or receive from iPhone/Mac by enabling Pixel Receive. The feature works both ways after acceptance. Update: Google extended support to the Pixel 9 series (excluding Pixel 9a) on Feb 17, with more devices to follow.
Google has expanded AirDrop-style compatibility to the Pixel 9 series (except the 9A), allowing Pixel-to-Apple transfers to appear as AirDrop on iPhone, Mac, and iPad while Android uses Quick Share; the receiving Apple device must be discoverable (up to 10 minutes) and the Pixel must be discoverable or in receive mode for transfers.
Google is testing AirDrop support for Pixel 9 series on Android through Quick Share, initially available in the latest Canary build, with a full rollout expected in future updates, expanding file sharing capabilities between Pixel and Apple devices.
Google is preparing to expand AirDrop support via Quick Share beyond Pixel 10 series to include Pixel 9 series, as indicated by new system files found in Android Canary builds, though the feature has not yet been activated for Pixel 9 devices.
Recent updates have caused sluggishness and bugs in Google's Pixel 10 and 9 series phones, including unresponsive launchers, slow boot times, and display issues, particularly after a Play system update, with some problems persisting despite subsequent patches.
Pixel 9 and 10 users are experiencing a lag or non-responsiveness in the speakerphone toggle within the Google Phone app, a problem linked to the latest app update. Google has confirmed it will not fix the issue, advising users to revert to an older app version or use the notification toggle as a workaround.
Google has announced it will not fix a persistent lag issue with the speaker button on the Pixel 9 and Pixel 10 series, affecting call privacy and usability, despite user complaints and workarounds like reverting to older app versions.
The article advises against purchasing certain older Google gadgets like the Pixel Tablet, Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Fitbit Sense 2, Versa 4, and Nest Hub Max in 2025 due to outdated specs, high prices, or better alternatives, recommending instead newer models or different brands for better value.
Google's Pixels have re-entered the global top 5 in the premium smartphone market, driven by the success of the Pixel 9 series and a 105% year-over-year growth, with Google doubling sales last year. Apple remains the leader with a 62% market share, followed by Samsung at 20%, while Huawei and Xiaomi also see significant growth.
Google's Pixel 10 cases can fit the Pixel 9 but not perfectly, with the camera bar being the main issue; Pixel 9 owners can use Pixel 10 cases with a slight gap, but Pixel 10 owners should avoid older cases for a seamless fit.
Amazon has dropped the unlocked Pixel 9 to $629, the lowest price of the year, offering significant savings on Google's latest flagship as the Pixel 10 lineup approaches, with other Pixel 9 models also on sale.
The article advises against buying certain major Android phones right now, including the Google Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro series due to upcoming models like the Pixel 10, and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge due to poor performance and upcoming replacements. It also recommends avoiding the Galaxy A36 5G and Motorola Moto G (2025) because of performance issues and better alternatives available in the same price range.
Amazon is offering significant discounts on the Pixel 9 lineup, including $200 off on the Pixel 9 and 9 Pro models, and $500 off on the Pixel 9 Pro Fold 512GB, ahead of the Pixel 10 launch, providing an opportunity for savings on current-generation Google smartphones.
The Google Pixel 10 is set to launch on August 20, 2025, with significant upgrades over the Pixel 9, including a faster processor, new camera features, and larger batteries, making it worth waiting for, especially for those interested in camera and performance improvements. However, the Pixel 9 remains a good option if you want a discount now, unless you're a gamer or sensitive to PWM dimming, in which case waiting for the Pixel 10 Pro series is advisable.