Finally got your shiny new Google Pixel? 😍 Congrats!
In this video, I'll walk you through the initial setup process for your amazing Pixel smartphone. 🚀
Forget complicated phone-to-phone transfers! We'll show you how to make the transition super simple and efficient by restoring everything directly from your Google Account backup. 💾☁️ It's the best way to get all your apps, contacts 🧑🤝🧑, settings ⚙️, messages 💬, and more instantly onto your new Pixel 9 Pro!
Watch as I go through the steps (screen-by-screen! 📸) including:
Starting up the Pixel and selecting your language 🇬🇧.
Connecting to your Wi-Fi network 📶.
Signing into your Google Account (including handling 2-step verification, shown here from a Pixel 8 example! 🛡️).
Choosing and starting the backup restoration from your Google Account.
Navigating privacy and security options 🔒.
This video is perfect if you're switching from another Android phone (especially a Pixel 8! 😉) or just want a clear guide for setting up your Pixel 9 Pro for the very first time!
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Because of the time limits imposed by Google on videos for the Google Product Expert program, I had to cut 80 seconds of video
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Unlike direct cable transfers, this video demonstrates the recommended method of restoring via your Google Account for a clean and complete setup. Perfect for anyone upgrading from a Pixel 8 or another Android device.
➡️ IN THIS VIDEO, YOU'LL LEARN HOW TO:
(0:00) Introduction & Initial "Welcome to your Pixel" Screen
(0:08) Language Selection & Get Started
(0:20) Setup Using Another Device (Skipping direct transfer, explaining why)
(1:02) Connecting to Wi-Fi Network
(1:36) Getting Your Phone Ready & Checking Network Info
(2:15) Signing into your Google Account
(2:30) 2-Step Verification from old Pixel 8
(3:03) Choosing "I will be using this device"
(3:15) Keeping Your Account Updated with Phone Number
(3:54) Agreeing to Google Terms of Service & Privacy Policy
(4:03) Connecting to Mobile Network (Skipping SIM setup for now)
(4:19) Setting a PIN (Skipping for now, explaining fingerprint/face options)
(4:35) Copy Apps & Data: Choosing to Restore from Google Pixel 8 Backup
(5:03) Confirming Your Old Pixel 8 Screen Lock for Backup Decryption
(5:18) Choosing What to Restore (Apps, Contacts, SMS, MMS, Device Settings, Call History)
(5:48) Accepting Google Services (Location, Scanning, Diagnostics, Updates)
(6:13) Google Services: Back up your device (Photos & Videos - skipping for now)
(6:45) Choosing Default Browser (Google Chrome)
(6:55) Selecting Default Search Engine (Google)
(7:03) Limited Warranty Information (Skipping)
(7:13) Discover Google AI (Gemini, Circle to Search - Skipping detailed setup)
(7:42) Get to know Gemini (Skipping detailed setup)
(7:54) Car Crash Detection & Pixel Satellite SOS (Skipping activation)
(8:09) Let Contacts Nearby Find & Share (Nearby Share/Quick Share - Skipping)
(8:28) Anything Else? (Additional feature setup - Skipping)
(8:41) Final "Getting your phone ready..."
(8:47) All Set! Ready to use your Google Pixel 9 Pro
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