Looking for Google’s new Pixel 9 Pro Fold? You won’t find it at AT&T. The carrier has confirmed to CNET that it will not be offering Google’s newest Pixel Fold to its customers.
The decision would be a blow to Google’s device ambitions as it would make it harder for it to reach millions of AT&T customers. In its second-quarter earnings last month the carrier revealed that it had nearly 72 million postpaid phone users.
While purchasing devices unlocked and directly from manufacturers is common in other countries, many US customers still buy new devices directly from carriers to take advantage of upgrade deals and aggressive promotions.
AT&T sold last year’s original Pixel Fold and still plans to sell much of the rest of Google’s new lineup including the Pixel 9, 9 Pro, 9 Pro XL and Pixel Watch 3. It will have deals for those looking to upgrade to one of those phones.
CNET has reached out to AT&T for additional details including if it will certify unlocked Pixel 9 Pro Folds to be used on its network.
The sequel to last year’s Pixel Fold, the new Pixel 9 Pro Fold adopts many features found on Google’s Pixel 9 series and looks to be a notable improvement. It has the company’s latest Tensor G4 processor with 16GB of RAM and can take advantage of Google’s new AI-focused features. It also weighs an ounce less than the original device while sporting a bigger front cover screen (now 6.3-inches) and inside display (now 8-inches).
While AT&T is sitting this one out, other carriers including Verizon and T-Mobile, will be selling Google’s new foldable. The device will go on sale on September 4 and start at $1,799.
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Google Pixel Pro 9 Fold specs vs. Google Pixel Fold
| Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold | Google Pixel Fold | |
| Cover display size, tech, resolution, refresh rate | 6.3-inch OLED; 2,424 x 1,080 pixels; 60-120 Hz variable refresh rate | 5.8 inches; 2,092 x 1,080 pixels; 60-120 Hz variable refresh rate |
| Internal display size, tech, resolution, refresh rate | 8-inch OLED; 2,152 x 2,076 pixels, 1-120 Hz variable refresh rate (LTPO) | 7.6-inch OLED; 2,208 x 1,840 pixels; 60-120 Hz variable refresh rate |
| Pixel density | Cover: 422 ppi; Internal: 373 ppi | Cover: 408 ppi; Internal: 380 ppi |
| Dimensions (inches) | Open: 6.1 x 5.9 x 0.2 in; Closed: 6.1 x 3 x 0.4 in | Open: 5.5 x 6.2 x 0.2 in; Closed: 5.5 x 3.1 x 0.5 in |
| Dimensions (millimeters) | Open: 155 x 150 x 5.1 mm; Closed: 155 x 76.2 x 10.16 mm | Open: 139.7 x 158.7 x 5.8 mm; Closed: 139.7 x 79.5 x 12.1 mm |
| Weight (grams, ounces) | 257g (9.1 oz) | 283g (9.98 oz) |
| Mobile software | Android 14 | Android 13 |
| Cameras | 48-megapixel (wide), 10.5-megapixel (ultrawide), 10.8-megapixel (5x telephoto) | 48-megapixel (wide), 10.8-megapixel (ultrawide), 10.8-megapixel (5x telephoto) |
| Internal screen camera | 10-megapixel (inner screen); 10-megapixel (cover screen) | 8-megapixel (inner screen); 9.5-megapixel (cover screen) |
| Video capture | 4K | 4K |
| Processor | Tensor G4 | Tensor G2 |
| RAM/storage | 16GB + 256GB, 512GB | 12GB + 256GB, 512GB |
| Expandable storage | None | None |
| Battery | 4,650 mAh | 4,821 mAh |
| Fingerprint sensor | Side | Side |
| Connector | USB-C | USB-C |
| Headphone jack | None | None |
| Special features | IPX8 rating, 7 years of OS, security and Pixel Drop updates, Satellite SOS, Wi-Fi 7, ultra wideband chip, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 cover and back glass, cover screen peek brightness 2,700 nits, internal screen peek brightness 2,700 nits, 45W wired fast charging (Charger not included), Qi-certified, free Google VPN, Super Res Zoom, Add Me, Face Unblur, Made You Look, Magic Editor, Magic Eraser, Best Take, Video Boost, | 5G (mmw/Sub6), IPX8 rating, 5x optical zoom, dual SIM, estimated 24-33 hours battery life, 7.5 wireless charging support |
| US price starts at | $1,799 (256GB) | $1,799 (256GB) |
| UK price starts at | Converts to £1,410 (256GB) | £1,749 (256GB) |
| Australia price starts at | Converts to AU$2,770 (256GB) | Converts to AU$3,340 (256GB) |
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