Google Pixel 8 And Pixel 8 Pro: Features And Prices Revealed

Rumors are rife regarding the upcoming release of the Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro. Thanks to leaks and official information revealed by the firm, discover what we know about the technical characteristics of prices, as well as the new extended update policy proposed by Google.

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Technical Sheets Revealed

According to several sources, Google should present its Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro on October 4, with marketing scheduled for October 12. The complete technical sheets for these two smartphones have already been published, allowing us to know their configuration, their dimensions, and the different functionalities they integrate.

The Google Pixel 8

6.4-inch OLED display with Full HD+ resolution
Snapdragon 768G processor
6 GB or 8 GB RAM
128 GB or 256 GB internal storage
Dual sensor rear camera (50 Mpx + 12 Mpx)
4,000 mAh battery with 30W fast charging
Support for 5G and Wi-Fi 6

The Google Pixel 8 Pro

6.7-inch OLED display with Quad HD+ resolution
Snapdragon 898 processor
8 GB RAM
256 GB internal storage
Triple sensor rear camera (50 Mpx + 48 Mpx + 12 Mpx)
5,000 mAh battery with 33W fast charging
Support for 5G and Wi-Fi 6E

Official Prices Announced

According to the leaked information, Google is expected to increase the price of each model by $100 compared to the previous Pixel series. So, to acquire a Google Pixel 8 or a Pixel 8 Pro, you will have to pay respectively:

Pixel 8: $699 (128 GB version) or $799 (256 GB version)
Pixel 8 Pro: $899 (single 256 GB version)

These prices concern the American market only and may differ in France and other countries.

On The Camera Side: Boosted AI

Expected for October 4, the Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro are already standing out for their advances in photography. Previous generations of Pixels have always focused on software capabilities, with impressive results to show for it. This year, Google is going even further in this area. According to the information disclosed, in particular, thanks to a lost promotional video, the Pixel 8 promises to offer surprising new photo features. As always at Google, artificial intelligence (AI) and computational photography are at the heart of these innovations. Many new modes and functions should be offered to users, revolutionizing the user experience.

New Extended Updates Policy

The Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro will benefit from a new update policy, with software support extended to seven years. The latter would allow us to hope for more major Android updates on these future smartphones. For comparison, Samsung committed a few years ago to offering four years of Android OS updates and five years of security updates for its mid-range and high-end phones. With this new policy, Google, therefore, plans to surpass Samsung and position itself as a leader in terms of device longevity.

Expectations Around The Google Pixel 8 And Pixel 8 Pro

With all this information, it is evident that public expectations around these new smartphones are enormous. Users expect significant advances in computational photography, performance, and durability. I hope that Google will be able to meet all these requirements during the official presentation on October 4.

Photographic innovations, thanks to AI
Increased performance to ensure a smooth and seamless user experience
Improved durability, both at the hardware and software levels

In conclusion, Google has worked hard to offer ever more efficient and innovative smartphones with its Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro. The focus on AI and computational photography promises to provide users with new and captivating experiences. These expectations should be confirmed during the official presentation.