The Google Pixel 8 comes preloaded with the latest Android 14 operating system.
Google announced the highly anticipated Google Pixel 8 series at the 2023 Made by Google event. The new Pixel 8 smartphone comes loaded with the latest Android 14 operating system. It features a 6.2-inch Actua display with 120Hz refresh rate and 1400 nits brightness and is priced at $699.
Here’s a summary of the highlights without going into details:
Magic editor: A powerful new AI-powered image editing tool that lets you tweak nearly every part of your shot, from removing unwanted objects to changing the time of day.
Best shot: A new AI feature that automatically selects the best photo from a group of shots, even if someone is blinking or not looking at the camera.
Temperature sensor: A new sensor in the Pixel 8 Pro lets you hold the camera near various surfaces to measure how hot or cold they are.
120Hz refresh rate: The Pixel 8 now has a 120Hz refresh rate display that makes browsing web pages and photo albums smoother.
Actua display: Pixel 8 and 8 Pro have new ‘Actua’ displays that promise better color accuracy and higher brightness.
7 years of software support: Google promises seven years of software support for the Pixel 8 and 8 Pro.
Google Pixel 8 specifications
Google Pixel 8 features a 6.2-inch Actua display with a 120Hz refresh rate, 1,400 nits brightness (maximum brightness up to 2,000 nits) and a pixel density of 427 pixels per inch. It has an elegant glass and metal design and, like many premium smartphones today, features a punch hole display that sets a new standard for the industry.
In terms of hardware, the Google Pixel 8 offers a strong camera performance with a 50MP PD-wide primary sensor accompanied by a 12MP ultra-wide camera and a 10.5MP selfie camera. It’s backed by a 4,575mAh battery that facilitates fast charging. The Pixel 8 also retains the beloved features of its predecessor, such as Qi wireless charging support and IP68 rating for dust and water resistance.
As for its processor, the Pixel 8 runs on the Tensor G3 processor, which offers both speed and improved efficiency compared to its predecessor, the Tensor G2. It comes equipped with 8GB of RAM and offers storage options up to 256GB.
The Google Pixel 8 comes preloaded with the latest Android 14 operating system. Google has significantly expanded its software support, committing to provide security patches and major Android OS updates for up to seven years, a significant improvement from the previous three-year support cycle.
Google Pixel 8 Pro specifications and features
The Google Pixel 8 Pro features a 6.7-inch Super Actua display with a 120Hz refresh rate and support for peak brightness of up to 2400 nits, making it Google’s brightest display yet. Under the surface, it’s powered by the new Tensor G3 chipset, along with the Titan M2 Security Coprocessor and 12GB of RAM. Google has committed to provide up to seven years of OS and security updates for this smartphone.
For optics, the rear camera setup includes a triple configuration consisting of a primary 50MP Octa PD wide camera, a 48MP Quad PD ultra-wide camera and a 48MP Quad PD telephoto camera. The telephoto camera in particular supports Super Res zoom capabilities of up to 30X, along with 5x telephoto optical zoom. Google has consistently emphasized the integration of AI in the Pixel lineup, and the Pixel 8 Pro’s camera includes several AI features, including Audio Magic Eraser, Magic Editor, Video Enhancement, AI Noise Reduction, Zoom Enhancement and Best Shot.
On the front, there is a 10.5 MP selfie camera. The Pixel 8 Pro is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on both the front and back for durability. It has an IP68 rating for protection against dust and splashes. A notable addition to this year’s model is the temperature sensor, which can measure the temperature of various objects, including pans, drinks, baby bottles and more.
Additional features include Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, an under-display fingerprint sensor and various AI enhancements. Google Pixel 8 Pro offers Live Translate, which can facilitate face-to-face conversations, real-time message transcription and sign translation in 49 languages. In addition, the Search Screen feature enables Google Assistant to identify and filter spam calls.
Google Pixel 8 Pro price
The Google Pixel 8 Pro starts at $999 in the US. It comes in three storage options: 128GB, 256GB and 512GB. Color options include Obsidian, Porcelain and Bay Blue.
Artificial intelligence in action
Want to resize or reposition your subject in photos you took on Pixel 8? Tap or circle the object you want to edit, then drag to reposition or pinch to resize. You can also use contextual suggestions to improve lighting and backgrounds, such as turning a gray sky into a golden sunset. Plus, once you’ve selected an edit, Magic Editor gives you multiple result options to choose from, so you can get the look you want.
