Google Pixel 9 series phones natively support USB-C display output, and Android 15 will welcome enhanced desktop mode

IT House News on August 22, Google introduced USB-C display output support to the Pixel 8 series through the Android 14 QPR3 Beta 2 update earlier this year. The feature, which was rolled out widely in a June feature update, allows users to mirror their phone's screen to an external display. However, there were some issues with the functionality at the time.

1. Native USB-C display output

According to AndroidAuthority, Google has improved this feature on the Pixel 9 series. The new model natively supports USB-C display output, and users do not need any special hardware. This feature is available.

2. How to use

Simply connect your Pixel 9 to an external monitor using a USB-C hub with an HDMI port. If your monitor supports USB-C input, you can directly connect your phone to the monitor using a USB-C to USB-C cable.

3. Mirror to external display

After connecting Pixel 9 to an external display, a pop-up window "Mirror to external display?" will appear on the phone. Select the "Mirror display" button to immediately mirror the phone screen to on the connected monitor. This feature works on Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, and Pixel 9 Pro XL.

4. Enhanced desktop mode

IT House noted that although USB-C display output currently only supports screen mirroring, Android 15 may enhance this feature. Google is working on an enhanced desktop mode, and USB-C display output support is a key feature for that mode to work properly.

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