The Google Pixel 9 series is likely to be launched in the second half of 2024 and recent reports suggest that the company may launch three models this year. While the handsets aren’t expected to arrive for another few months, the company has already hinted at the upcoming lineup in code seen on the latest beta version of the Google app for Android phones. This apparently confirms previous leaks that suggested the Pixel 9 moniker for the company’s upcoming smartphone lineup.

Feature Tracker TheSpAndroid saw Two files on Google App beta version 15.14.34.29.arm64 that clearly refer to the Pixel 9. The first file (assistant_robin_suw_pixel9_fragment.xml) seems to be directly related to the screen that appears when setting up Google Assistant on a new Android. Phone. The XML file can also be the actual setup page for the Assistant on the Pixel 9.

Screengrab of Lottie animation for Pixel 9 wanted
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The latest Google app beta also includes a second file (assistant_robin_suw_pixel9.json) that is a Lottie animation file — lightweight files used for vector graphics animations — for the Pixel 9. The animation doesn’t show any Pixel 9-specific features, which means it could appear on other Pixel models as well.

According to TheSpAndroid, there is no mention of the desired Pixie assistant that is reportedly in the works for future Pixel smartphones. It’s worth noting that the Pixel-exclusive Assistant is still in development and might make its way to this year’s Pixel smartphones.

Last month, renders of the Pixel 9 were leaked by a tipster and renders of the upcoming phone suggest that it will be equipped with a dual rear camera setup similar to its predecessor, the Pixel 8. Flat 6.03-inch display. The handset is likely to be powered by Google’s Tensor G4 chipset that runs Android 15 out of the box.