The Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro smartphones from Google are expected to have a significant price increase of over $300, which may disappoint customers hoping for an affordable high-end device.
The Pixel 8 series is expected to bring significant improvements, such as an upgraded Tensor chip, a flat glass panel display, longer software update lifespan, and a new camera sensor, while still being relatively cheaper compared to its competition.
The upcoming Tensor G3 chip from Google's Pixel 8 series is expected to incorporate new packaging technology, which could potentially address the overheating issues experienced with previous Tensor chips.
Google's Pixel 7 series is currently available at its lowest price yet, offering a range of options to suit different budgets and delivering an excellent user experience.
Google's custom chip efforts for the Pixel series have been delayed, with the fully custom in-house Tensor chip now planned for the Pixel 10 in 2025, while the Pixel 9 will use an upgraded variant of the Tensor G3, codenamed "Zuma Pro," which will have modest improvements compared to the initial plans.
Google has revealed details about its upcoming flagship smartphones, the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro, as well as teasing the release of the Pixel Watch 2, all set to launch on October 4 with advanced cameras, AI capabilities, personalized help, safety features, and health insights.
The Google Pixel 9 is expected to be released in October 2024, with minor changes to components and a price range of around $799 for the Pixel 9 and $999 for the Pixel 9 Pro, while a smaller Pro model is also anticipated.
The Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro will be released on October 4, with color options including Pink, Gray, Obsidian, Porcelain, and Sky Blue.
Google will be raising the prices of its Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro devices in the US market, with the Pixel 8 costing $699 and the Pixel 8 Pro costing $999.
Pre-orders for the Pixel 8 Pro in the US will come with a free Pixel Watch 2, while the Pixel 8 is rumored to be priced $100 higher and the leaked Google Store pages also reveal features such as Clear Calling, Live Translate, camera enhancements, and fast-charging capabilities.
The leaked retail information about the Pixel 8 Pro also revealed key specifications of the Tensor G3, including a 1+4+4 CPU layout, a 4nm process, and a Cortex-X3 flagship core.
Google's upcoming Pixel 8 Pro flagship phone, powered by the Tensor G3 chipset, has underwhelming benchmark scores compared to its competitors, but still shows a 20% improvement from last year's model.
Google could release a new Pixelbook focused on AI and productivity features, with a starting price of $399.
The Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro are innovative smartphones that bring AI-powered features and software magic to the forefront of the Android experience, making them well worth the extra $100.
The Pixel 8 Pro has undergone a teardown, revealing concerns about its ability to manage heat and the absence of a vapor chamber cooling system, relying instead on graphite and copper. Additionally, questions arise about the performance, efficiency, and stability of the Tensor G3 SoC. Despite these concerns, the device offers impressive camera samples and AI features.
Google has no plans to release a budget-friendly Pixel phone due to the compromises it would require, according to Google's VP of mobile business Nanda Ramachandran, but the upcoming Pixel 8a may offer a balance between price and performance.
Motorola has released the Motorola Edge (2023), a midrange device that undercuts the Google Pixel 8 by $100 with its sleek design, MediaTek Dimensity 7030 chipset, 8GB of RAM, 256GB storage, 6.6-inch HDR-ready OLED display, and 50-megapixel main camera, available for $599.
Google's upcoming Pixel 8a will have a design similar to the flagship Pixel 8 series, with rounded edges and a pill-shaped camera cutout on the rear, although it is unlikely to have a high refresh rate panel like the Pixel 8 and may have chunky bezels, and it is expected to use the same Tensor G3 SoC as the Pixel 8 with possibly a lower clock speed and 7 years of software support.
The Google Pixel 7a is available for just $399 during Amazon's October Prime Day, offering impressive features such as wireless charging and a 64-MP camera.
The Google Pixel 7a, with its powerful Tensor G2 chip, 64MP camera, and affordable price, is one of the best budget phones on the market, especially now that it is on sale for $400 during Prime Day.
The Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro offer brighter and smoother displays, improved camera capabilities, and a range of AI features, making them compelling options in the smartphone market.
The Pixel Tablet, equipped with a Charging Speaker Dock and Google's custom Tensor G2 chip, is available at a discounted price of $409 during the Amazon Prime Big Deal Days sale.
The $999 Google Pixel 8 Pro takes high-quality photos with its 50-megapixel f/1.68 main sensor, but its software and AI editing tools sometimes manipulate the images.
The biggest hardware upgrade on the Pixel 8 series is Google's new "Actua" displays, which surpasses its competitors in terms of brightness, colors, and panel quality, earning them the top ranking for smartphone displays by DXOMark.
The release of the Google Pixel 8 and 8 Pro highlights the missed opportunity for Google to wait and improve upon the Pixel Fold, as the latest devices offer significant improvements in issues such as heat problems and chip performance.
The Google Pixel 8 Pro improves upon its predecessor, addressing previous criticisms and offering upgraded features such as a redesigned camera system, a flat display, and seven years of OS updates, making it a top choice for those in the market for a new phone.
The Google Pixel 8 Pro offers impressive features, including a great camera and seven years of software support, but its price increase and some drawbacks prevent it from being a standout choice among high-end smartphones.
Google's latest Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro smartphones justify their $100 price increase with significant improvements in display brightness, battery life, and extended software support.
