Google’s newest batch of Pixel phones – Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro – is here. The new Pixel 8 phones from Google are powered by its new in-house chip, the Tensor G3. Aside from that, the new phones pack upgraded cameras, come with Android 14 out-of-the-box, and much more. Here’s all you need to know about the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro.
Pixel 8 Pro crossed Rs 1 lakh for the first time ever
The Pixel 8 comes at Rs 75,999 and Rs 82,999 for the 128GB and 256GB, respectively. The Pixel 8 Pro is priced at Rs 1,06,999 in India for the lone 128GB storage variant. Both Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro will be available for pre-orders starting today at 11:59 PM IST on Flipkart and will go on sale from October 12.
In the US, the Pixel 8 starts at $699, and the Pixel 8 Pro comes at $999 onwards.
Pixel 8 Pro goes flat, but it is the brightest Pixel till now
Google Pixel 8 features a 6.2-inch OLED panel with an FHD+ resolution, a refresh rate of 120Hz, and a peak brightness of 2,000 nits. Meanwhile, the Pixel 8 Pro features a larger 6.7-inch LTPO OLED, which is flat this time around, having a QHD+ resolution, a dynamic refresh rate of 1-120Hz, and up to 2,400 nits of brightness. Pixel 8 has a Gorilla Glass Victus protection on the front and back, while the Pixel 8 Pro has a layer of Victus 2 glass. Both the phones are IP68 rated.
Seven years of updates for Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro
Powering the two Pixel 8 phones is Google’s new Tensor G3 chip that comes paired with Titan M2 co-processor. Google says that the new chip has improved GPU, ISP, and NPU for better on-device processing for AI and camera chops. The Pixel 8 has 8GB of RAM, whereas the Pixel 8 Pro comes has 12GB.
Google will offer seven years of software updates for the Pixel 8 series, up from five years for the Pixel phones it released earlier. The software support includes security updates, feature drops, and Android updates, which means Pixel 8 should get until Android 21.
A 4575mAh battery backs up the Pixel 8 with support for up to 27W fast charging and 18W wireless charging. Meanwhile, the Pixel 8 Pro boasts a 5050mAH battery with up to 30W fast charging and wireless charging at up to 23W.
Improved cameras with a pinch of some little extra AI
Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro packs in a new and improved main camera, which is a 50MP Samsung ISOCELL GN2 sensor. Joining the main camera on Pixel 8 Pro is a 48MP ultrawide and telephoto unit with 5x optical zoom and up to 30x Super Res zoom. On the other hand, the Pixel 8 has a 12MP ultrawide unit complementing the main camera. There is a temperature sensor on the Pro. Both the phones feature a 10.5MP selfie camera.
Apart from the updated camera hardware, Google is also infusing a little extra pinch AI into cameras. There is Magic Editor, which uses generative AI to magically edit the photo, and Best Take, which will select the best pose for you to choose so you do not look awkward. Not just that, but Google is also bringing Audio Magic Eraser to minimise background noises in videos. The Pro one is gaining Video Boost, Pro controls for photos and videos.
The Pixel 8 will be available in Obsidian, Hazel, and Rose colour options, while the Pixel 8 Pro comes in Porcelain and Bay.
Pixel 8 Pro crossed Rs 1 lakh for the first time ever
The Pixel 8 comes at Rs 75,999 and Rs 82,999 for the 128GB and 256GB, respectively. The Pixel 8 Pro is priced at Rs 1,06,999 in India for the lone 128GB storage variant. Both Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro will be available for pre-orders starting today at 11:59 PM IST on Flipkart and will go on sale from October 12.
In the US, the Pixel 8 starts at $699, and the Pixel 8 Pro comes at $999 onwards.
Pixel 8 Pro goes flat, but it is the brightest Pixel till now
Google Pixel 8 features a 6.2-inch OLED panel with an FHD+ resolution, a refresh rate of 120Hz, and a peak brightness of 2,000 nits. Meanwhile, the Pixel 8 Pro features a larger 6.7-inch LTPO OLED, which is flat this time around, having a QHD+ resolution, a dynamic refresh rate of 1-120Hz, and up to 2,400 nits of brightness. Pixel 8 has a Gorilla Glass Victus protection on the front and back, while the Pixel 8 Pro has a layer of Victus 2 glass. Both the phones are IP68 rated.
Seven years of updates for Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro
Powering the two Pixel 8 phones is Google’s new Tensor G3 chip that comes paired with Titan M2 co-processor. Google says that the new chip has improved GPU, ISP, and NPU for better on-device processing for AI and camera chops. The Pixel 8 has 8GB of RAM, whereas the Pixel 8 Pro comes has 12GB.
Google will offer seven years of software updates for the Pixel 8 series, up from five years for the Pixel phones it released earlier. The software support includes security updates, feature drops, and Android updates, which means Pixel 8 should get until Android 21.
A 4575mAh battery backs up the Pixel 8 with support for up to 27W fast charging and 18W wireless charging. Meanwhile, the Pixel 8 Pro boasts a 5050mAH battery with up to 30W fast charging and wireless charging at up to 23W.
Improved cameras with a pinch of some little extra AI
Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro packs in a new and improved main camera, which is a 50MP Samsung ISOCELL GN2 sensor. Joining the main camera on Pixel 8 Pro is a 48MP ultrawide and telephoto unit with 5x optical zoom and up to 30x Super Res zoom. On the other hand, the Pixel 8 has a 12MP ultrawide unit complementing the main camera. There is a temperature sensor on the Pro. Both the phones feature a 10.5MP selfie camera.
Apart from the updated camera hardware, Google is also infusing a little extra pinch AI into cameras. There is Magic Editor, which uses generative AI to magically edit the photo, and Best Take, which will select the best pose for you to choose so you do not look awkward. Not just that, but Google is also bringing Audio Magic Eraser to minimise background noises in videos. The Pro one is gaining Video Boost, Pro controls for photos and videos.
The Pixel 8 will be available in Obsidian, Hazel, and Rose colour options, while the Pixel 8 Pro comes in Porcelain and Bay.
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