Different Good Instances and Equipment
The world of Pixel equipment grows yearly. Listed here are a number of different instances I’ve tried and favored, simply not as a lot as those above.
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Spigen Rugged Armor and Powerful Armor for $20+: These instances are additionally out there for the Pixel 9 Professional XL. Curiously, the Pixel 9a model of Rugged Armor and Powerful Armor options MagSafe magnets on the again, permitting you to make use of the telephone with magnetic equipment (it labored on a Qi2 charger). The instances for the remainder of the Pixel 9 sequence should not have magnets. The Rugged Armor has a pleasant textured again and grippy edges, although these areas have a tendency to draw smudges and marks. The sides are properly raised to guard the display and cameras, and the buttons are clicky. The Powerful Armor, however, is smoother and has a kickstand on the again. Annoyingly, this kickstand solely works for panorama orientation, so it isn’t the case to purchase for those who watch a whole lot of TikTok.
OtterBox Defender Collection for $55: That is arguably essentially the most protecting case for the Pixel 9 sequence. It has a tough shell that splits into two items, wrapping round the back and front of the telephone, and also you click on them in place. Then add the rubber slipcover excessive and the holster, which helps you to affix the telephone to the belt. The holster’s clip may also double as a kickstand in a horizontal orientation. Even the USB-C charging port is roofed up. I believe the OtterBox Commuter I like to recommend above will get you almost there when it comes to sturdiness, however if you wish to maximize safety and like holsters, go for the Defender.
UAG Tempered Glass Display Protector for $35: This tempered glass display protector (additionally out there for the Pixel 9 Professional XL) was very simple to put in. It comes with an applicator software, a moist wipe, a mud elimination sticker, and a microfiber material. The Dbrand I like to recommend above is a greater worth since you get two within the field, and it is cheaper, however UAG’s possibility is a stable various.
Pela Liquid Display Protector for $30: I am cautiously optimistic about this one as a result of I have never had a lot expertise with liquid display protectors. Pela sends slightly vial with this liquid magic inside. First, clear your telephone with a microfiber material. Then, pour a 3rd of the contents within the vial onto the fabric, and wipe the telephone down. Wait two minutes, after which wipe away any extra. This liquid supposedly protects from scratches, drops, and even impression, and is oleophobic to scale back smudges. You may have to reapply it each 12 months, so save the remaining that is within the vial. I will report again if I’ve any points. The great factor is Pela can pay for any display repairs, supplied you have been utilizing a Pela case and this liquid display protector concurrently.
OtterBox Google Pixel 9a Premium Glass Display Protector for $40: I examined this on the Pixel 9a, nevertheless it’s out there for the Pixel 9, 9 Professional, and 9 Professional XL. You solely get one tempered glass display protector, however the field turns into the applicator software, and OtterBox features a moist wipe, a microfiber material, and dirt stickers. I all the time discover that the tab you are supposed to connect the protector to does not all the time join correctly. Nonetheless, my set up was correct with no air bubbles.
Spigen Skinny Match Case for $17: If you wish to spend as little as attainable on a case however nonetheless need MagSafe performance, this Spigen case will do the trick. However I have to warn you, that is essentially the most generic telephone case you may discover. Functionally, I’ve no qualms concerning the factor. But it surely’s plain, boring, and seems like against the law to cowl up my Pixel’s fairly coloration. It is also out there for the Pixel 9a and Pixel 9 Professional XL.
Spigen GlasTR Tempered Glass Display Protector (2 Pack) for $19: I examined this display protector for the Pixel 9a, nevertheless it’s additionally out there for the Pixel 9 Professional XL. I initially screwed up my first utility—after I eliminated the again adhesive, the protector misaligned barely, inflicting it to put in barely askew on the telephone. Good factor it comes with a spare. Issues have been a lot smoother the second time round, although each occasions I used to be left with a whole lot of air bubbles. Spigen features a massive squeegee to eliminate them, which is sweet.
OtterBox Symmetry Collection for $31: It is a completely fantastic case that is only a bit unremarkable. The buttons are simple to press, the cutouts are correct, and there is good safety from the raised edges. It is simply not distinctive in the way it appears and does not supply another attention-grabbing options.
UAG Pathfinder MagSafe Case for $55: This was a bizarre one. I like this case, even with its considerably rugged look. However the MagSafe didn’t work in any respect on the Professional XL case. I believe I obtained a dud as a result of I examined the identical case for the Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Professional, and magnetic wi-fi charging labored completely. Outdoors of this blip, this case provides clicky buttons and plenty of indents for a satisfying grip. The cutouts are correct, and the lips are raised decently on the show, although they may stand to be extra protecting of the digital camera module.
UAG Scout Case for $30: I examined this case for the Pixel 9a, and it is moderately unremarkable. I am not a fan of the odd rectangular bump on the again, and I do not discover all of it that grippy. There aren’t any magnets both. However the buttons are clicky, with raised edges across the display and correct port cutouts. You too can get it for the Pixel 9/9 Professional and Pixel 9 Professional XL.
Latercase Skinny Case for $59: As quickly as I popped this case on the Pixel 9a, I may see smudges from my fingers on the again, and it put me off. I spent a number of seconds wiping it down, and after a while, the smudges got here again. The aramid fiber texture appears to draw ’em. It’s a skinny case designed for individuals who hate thick instances, however I discover it slightly uninteresting, and there aren’t any magnets inside, so no entry to magnetic equipment. The highest, backside, and proper edge with the buttons are additionally uncovered, so it is not doing a lot. Try the opposite colours, although. It does not look dangerous in crimson.
Thinborne Aramid Fiber Tremendous Skinny Case for $70: This case is not for drop safety as a result of it is extremely skinny. It is a good possibility for those who hate instances however need to shield your gadget from scratches. That mentioned, it is actually tough to take it off (except you have got lengthy nails). It additionally smudges method too simply, so I continually discovered myself wiping it down. There is a MagSafe magnetic ring baked in, nevertheless it struggled to reliably adhere to different MagSafe equipment—the magnets simply aren’t robust sufficient. At the very least you do get a display protector within the field, although you should freehand the set up.
Casetify Influence Case With MagSafe for $52: Casetify has an infinite variety of designs you may select from, and whereas it has come beneath fireplace for the way it acquires a few of these designs, there will not be many locations you may go to get a Pixel 9 case with Spider-Man on the again or one which makes your telephone appear like a movie digital camera. These instances have MagSafe rings inside, so they need to work with most MagSafe equipment. I simply do not love how distinguished the Casetify brand is on the again.
Keep away from These Instances
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OtterBox Skinny Flex Collection for $41: As quickly as I put in this svelte case, I began attempting all of the buttons. The ability button will not be blocked by the case, however the quantity rocker is, and sadly, it’s extremely exhausting to press. Or moderately, it isn’t that it is exhausting to press, it is that you simply barely really feel something once you press the rocker, which is simply as irritating. It is an in any other case stable case, although the sides by the hinge are a bit sharp.
UAG Plyo Pixel 9 Professional Fold Case for $60: Nothing about this case screams $60. It feels low cost, and I hate that the left edge on the entrance has a lot flex. The sides across the display are additionally comically massive, and I additionally discovered it exhausting to entry the telephone’s buttons. It isn’t nice.