The author also discusses the camera systems of the Pixel 8 and 8 Pro, with the Pro model having a higher resolution telephoto lens. The Pixel 8 has an improved screen refresh rate and larger battery packs than its predecessors, but the author questions whether it can compete with the iPhone's long battery life. The Pixel Watch 2 is said to offer a more accurate heart-rate reading and uses a Qualcomm chip. The devices were released on October 12 and are available for pre-order.
Key takeaways:
- The Pixel 8 and 8 Pro have improved in style and design, but lack a standout feature. The Pixel 8 Pro has 5x optical zoom and 30x digital zoom.
- The Pixel 8 is smaller and available in pink, while the Pixel 8 Pro is available in a new blue colorway and features Gorilla Glass Victus 2 covering.
- The Pixel Watch 2 has a new processor, watchbands, and a brighter display. It also offers the most accurate heart-rate reading with a “multi-path” heart rate sensor.
- The Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel Watch 2 release on October 12, and are available now for pre-order through most major retailers.