Pixel 8 Pro Offers Camera Upgrades But Few Other Major Innovations Over Pixel 7 Pro

The Pixel 8 Pro's main upgrade is its camera, with little other innovation over the Pixel 7 Pro. The camera has improved brightness, editing features, and video capabilities.

Google has struggled to make major advancements in smartphones beyond camera upgrades. The industry faces diminishing returns on many specs.

The Pixel 8 Pro adds a temperature sensor and very bright display as new hardware features, but their utility seems limited.

Google's Tensor G3 chip brings a performance boost but still lags behind Qualcomm's Snapdragon. It better enables AI photography features.

At $999, the Pixel 8 Pro joins the premium flagship club with a higher price tag, but Google promises long software support. Camera upgrades remain the primary appeal.