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sramesh
post Aug 18 2024, 02:20 PM

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QUOTE(neopets_35 @ Aug 18 2024, 01:43 PM)
I am planning to upgrade from my current iPhone 13 Pro Max to Google Pixel 9 Pro XL.

I have tried out the demo units of the Pixel 9 Pro XL. However, I have a few concerns which I hope you guys could help me with.

1) I'm an active subscriber of Microsoft 365 Family plan for many years now, and I backup all my photos and contents in my OneDrive. I don't plan to continue using the 1 year free subscription of Gemini Advanced (with Google One 2TB storage) once it expires.

My current Google free storage stands at 15GB (81% used). Say I did backup some photos and stuff into Google Photo/Drive during the free trial and it exceeds the free quota and starts pouring into the paid 2TB storage, what happens to these excess contents that I stored once it expires?

I am aware that my storage would be automatically reduced to 15GB afterwards, but I read that I would need to delete contents until less than the free quota to be able to continue using Gmail, Google Drive, Doc etc. Is that true?

2) I noticed that some photo AI features, eg. Magic Editor, Video Boost, requires the photo to be backed up first. Since I am using OneDrive (and not Google One) to backup these photos, will I have any problem using these tools/features?

3) Upon expiry of the free 1 year Gemini Advanced, what features that would be limited/restricted behind the paywall? Gemini would continue to work without any AI subscription, right? What about Gemini Live, Pixel Studio, Call Notes, Add Me?

4) We are based in Malaysia. I'm aware that some features are region locked. Would these Call Assist features, ie Call Screening, Direct My Call, Hold for Me, be available in Malaysia?

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Hi, can I know where the demo units are on display? Senheng?
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post Aug 19 2024, 12:30 PM

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QUOTE(sramesh @ Aug 18 2024, 02:20 PM)
Hi, can I know where the demo units are on display? Senheng?
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Looks like all outlets do not have display units....not until 22 Aug at least. So we have to rely on online reviews and videos to get a feel of the device....or wait for 22 Aug and then decide.
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post Aug 20 2024, 08:53 PM

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QUOTE(gempakstarz @ Aug 20 2024, 06:28 PM)
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celcomdigi so fast..got ppl already received
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This photo looks like the gift package for content creators #teampixel. I don't think regular buyers have received their devices yet.
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post Aug 21 2024, 01:34 PM

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Senheng just notified that my PO device is ready for collection. Will go collect after work.
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post Aug 21 2024, 03:13 PM

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QUOTE(cruzzmz @ Aug 21 2024, 02:26 PM)
When did you order it?
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SS2 Grand Senheng Elite. PO done on 18 Aug.
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post Aug 21 2024, 04:09 PM

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QUOTE(Andrewtst @ Aug 21 2024, 03:51 PM)
This time SenHeng very fast!

No news yet from Maxis, I think need wait until 26 Aug’24. Haizz…
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It should not take long as not many are interested in Pixel devices unlike iPhones or Galaxy S users. It will take time for pixels to gain popularity here.

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post Aug 22 2024, 11:27 AM

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QUOTE(azharvedder @ Aug 22 2024, 11:10 AM)
Those already got their Pixel 9, can confirm whether got VoWIFI works or not?
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I dont see that option in settings. Will test further when I get home today.
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post Aug 22 2024, 01:05 PM

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Based on my initial P9 usage observations, the 5G coverage is not as good as Snapdragon devices. Only once in a while I see 5G. It's not a big deal but something to take note.
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post Aug 22 2024, 06:39 PM

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QUOTE(fkinmeng @ Aug 22 2024, 04:11 PM)
which telco? if it keep switching between 5G and 4G, wouldn't it consume more battery?

yours is normal P9?
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Regular P9, using Celcom. All telcos use the same 5G network under DNB.
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post Aug 22 2024, 09:01 PM

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QUOTE(alternativehype @ Aug 22 2024, 07:01 PM)
In Malaysia? Any phone also cannot get 5G... MY 5G is a freaking joke!!
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Not really, my nothing phone 2 on is 5G most of the time.
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post Aug 22 2024, 09:07 PM

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I can confirm that WiFi calling doesn't work on Celcom as it shows HD call on WiFi. Also, there's no option in settings to turn ON WiFi calling. Others on Digi/Maxis please do test and share your results.

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post Aug 22 2024, 09:46 PM

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QUOTE(cruzzmz @ Aug 22 2024, 09:37 PM)
Can get .. all china phone sure 5g out of the box plus samseng
So need to root and use magisk again?? Hahaha
Never ending
See if can use pixel IMS and shizuku
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Suggest we wait and give it time. It's the first time pixel is being officially released here, and P9 will continue to get updates to support local carriers.
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post Aug 23 2024, 06:55 AM

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QUOTE(gempakstarz @ Aug 23 2024, 12:42 AM)
got ppl problem with celcomdigi and umobile also..
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CelcomDigi no problem accessing 5G. It works.
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post Aug 23 2024, 10:37 AM

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QUOTE(sramesh @ Aug 22 2024, 01:05 PM)
Based on my initial P9 usage observations, the 5G coverage is not as good as Snapdragon devices. Only once in a while I see 5G. It's not a big deal but something to take note.
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Today I seem to be getting better 5G reception. Same places yesterday 4G but today 5G, and it was consistent. I will need to monitor and test further.
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post Aug 23 2024, 12:03 PM

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QUOTE(rip_code @ Aug 23 2024, 11:32 AM)
which Telco?
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Celcom
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post Aug 23 2024, 02:09 PM

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QUOTE(fkinmeng @ Aug 23 2024, 01:09 PM)
so far how's the battery consumption? good?
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Battery lasts all day. It's still too early to tell but it's decent. Usually after a few days, the battery consumption will stabilise.
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post Aug 23 2024, 04:12 PM

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QUOTE(gempakstarz @ Aug 23 2024, 03:02 PM)
probably sd 7+ gen 3
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Smartphone processor ranking
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post Aug 24 2024, 01:25 PM

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QUOTE(Andrewtst @ Aug 23 2024, 08:20 PM)
I still got 5 cases on the way. 😅

One more Spigen, two Nillkin, and 2 unknown brand.
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Bro, I need a P9 case. You can sell one of your casetify to me hahaha!
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post Aug 24 2024, 01:29 PM

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QUOTE(beemek @ Aug 24 2024, 11:42 AM)
I worry about their 5G signal on Google Pixel
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I've been using it for a few days. So far 5G signal is decent. Almost similar to my Nothing Phone 2.
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post Aug 24 2024, 03:02 PM

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