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Manila Bulletin devider Technews devider Google unveils Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro with new AI features and seven years of software support

Google unveils Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro with new AI features and seven years of software support

Tensor G3-Powered flagships redefine camera excellence, screenb brilliance, and AI prowess

Published Oct 4, 2023 10:18 pm

At A Glance

  • <strong>New Flagship Models</strong>: Google has released its latest smartphones, the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro, which are powered by the Tensor G3 chip and come with upgraded cameras, sensors, and additional features.
  • <strong>Cutting-edge Displays</strong>: The Pixel 8 features a 6.2-inch Actua display, while the Pixel 8 Pro boasts a 6.7-inch Super Actua display, claimed to be the brightest screen yet.
  • <strong>Innovative Camera Systems</strong>: Both phones have enhanced camera systems adept at capturing in low light, with tools like optical zoom, autofocus, and macro focus. They also feature advanced AI-driven photo and video editing tools like Best Take, Magic Editor, Audio Magic Eraser, and the upcoming Video Boost for the Pixel 8 Pro.
  • <strong>Enhanced AI and Security</strong>: The phones offer improved AI functionalities such as summarizing and translating webpages, understanding voice commands, and screening spam calls. Moreover, the Titan M2 security chip provides enhanced protection against sophisticated threats.
  • <strong>Pricing, Software Support, and Availability</strong>: The Pixel 8 is priced at $699, and the Pixel 8 Pro at $999, with seven years of promised software support. They're available for pre-order now, and those who pre-order the Pixel 8 Pro get a free Pixel Watch 2. Both phones will be available for purchase from October 12.

Google has announced its latest flagship smartphones, the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro, which are powered by the company’s own Tensor G3 chip and feature upgraded cameras, new sensors and more.

The Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro have elegant designs with softer silhouettes, beautiful metal finishes and recycled materials2. The Pixel 8 has a 6.2-inch Actua display, while the Pixel 8 Pro has a 6.7-inch Super Actua display with the brightest screen yet. The Pixel 8 Pro also has a temperature sensor that can scan objects to get their temperature and a Face Unlock feature that meets the highest Android biometric class.

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Both phones have powerful camera systems that can capture stunning photos and videos in low-light settings, with optical zoom, autofocus and macro focus. The camera app has a redesigned interface and Pro Controls for more creative options. The phones also have new editing tools that use generative AI to enhance photos and videos, such as Best Take, Magic Editor and Audio Magic Eraser. The Pixel 8 Pro will also get Video Boost later this year, applying cutting-edge processing to videos for better color, lighting, stabilization and graininess4.

The Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro also have improved AI capabilities, making them more helpful and personal. They can summarize webpages, read aloud and translate webpages, understand natural speech and voice commands, screen spam calls, and suggest contextual replies. They also have Titan M2 security chip that protects personal information and makes the phones more resilient to sophisticated attacks5.

The Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro will receive seven years of software support, including OS upgrades, security updates and regular Feature Drops. They are available for pre-order starting today at $699 and $999 respectively. Customers who pre-order a Pixel 8 Pro will get a Pixel Watch 2 for free. The phones will be available at the Google Store and retail partners from October 12.

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