Google Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro Price in India: AI-powered smartphones launched with new camera tools, 7 years of key updates

Google Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro Price in India: Google has launched the much-awaited Pixel 8 Series with a new Tensor G3 chip, along with the Pixel Watch 2. The new Pixel smartphones phones will be supported with seven years of “OS, security, and Feature Drop updates”.

The tech major has also released Android 14, the latest version of the Android operating system which is available on Pixel phones (4A 5G and up)

Google Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro Price in India

The new Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro are priced at Rs - Rs 75,999 and Rs 1,06,999. Pixel 8 Pro with an in-built temperature sensor starts from $999.

Both devices can be pre-order now and will be available at the Google Store and retail partners, beginning October 12.

“If you pre-order a Pixel 8 Pro, you'll get a Pixel Watch 2 on us,” said the company,

Pixel 8, with its contoured edges and smaller size than Pixel 7, has a 6.2-inch “Actua” display, which gives you real-world clarity and is 42 per cent brighter than Pixel 7's display.

Pixel 8 features satin metal finishes, a polished glass back and comes in Rose, Hazel and Obsidian.

“On the back of the Pixel 8 Pro, a new temperature sensor lets you quickly scan an object to get its temperature. Use it to check if your pan is hot enough to start cooking or if the milk in your baby's bottle is at the right temperature,” Google said.

“We're committing to providing seven years of software support for the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro, including the latest Android operating system, security updates and ongoing Feature Drops,” the company promised.

Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro - Camera 

Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro feature powerful, upgraded camera systems for stunning photo and video quality, plus game-changing editing tools.

Every camera on the Pixel 8 Pro has been upgraded, starting with the main camera that captures better photos and videos in low-light settings.

The bigger ultrawide lens delivers even better Macro Focus, the telephoto lens captures 56 per cent more light and takes 10x photos at optical quality, and the front-facing camera now has autofocus for the best selfies on a Pixel phone.

Pixel 8 has the same updated main camera, plus a new ultrawide lens that enables Macro Focus.

Later this year, Pixel 8 Pro will get Video Boost, which pairs Tensor G3 with Google's powerful data centres to apply cutting-edge processing to videos.

With improved AI, Call Screen will help users receive 50 per cent fewer spam calls on average.

The new smartwatch, Google Pixel Watch 2, can be pre-ordered for $349 for Bluetooth/Wi-Fi, and $399 for 4G LTE. It will be available in 30 countries on October 12.

“Pixel Watch 2 comes with upgraded performance, all-day battery life (with always-on display), new safety features and sensors for deeper health insights — including our most accurate heart rate tracking on any tracker or smartwatch2 — to give you a much better pulse on your day,” said Google.

Pixel Watch 2 is made from 100 per cent recycled aluminum which makes it 10 per cent lighter than Pixel Watch3.

Together with the low-power co-processor, the new CPU gives the watch 24 hours of battery life, even with always-on display.
“Combined with a faster charging rate that powers your watch to 50 per cent in just 30 minutes, your Pixel Watch 2 can support your activities from day to night,” the company informed.
 
With IANS inputs