Google bets on improved display, battery life to justify $100 Pixel 8 price hike

Google increased Pixel 8 prices by $100 over predecessors, betting on quality to justify cost

Pixel 8 displays are much brighter, with 2,000-2,400 nit max brightness

Tensor G3 chip provides better battery life compared to past Pixels

Google promises 7 years of Android upgrades, unprecedented support length

Despite price hike, Pixel 8 still cheaper than comparable flagships like Galaxy S23 Ultra