If you’re looking for a flagship grade phone without breaking the bank, buying an older model during festive discounts or deals is a smart move. But with pre-owned models, these premium devices basically become a steal deal. So here’s a short list of the best flagship smartphones you can buy in the US that are worth it in 2025.

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra

Samsung is widely considered to offer one of the best and most premium experiences in the Android segment with its strong cross platform ecosystem and great custom Android skin. The Galaxy S23 Ultra was the brand’s top flagship model in 2023, offering cutting edge specs and great hardware overall.

So why should you pick this one? The camera system hasn’t changed much in the last few years, so there’s only a minor difference with even the latest S25 Ultra. So you still get great zoom shots and a large 200MP main camera. It packs the older but still powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, features long software support, and a great display. One can even get their hands on a refurbished model for around $500, so a pre-owned model would be even more affordable.

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Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max

Samsung’s biggest competitor in the US market is Apple, and the iPhone 15 Pro Max is the direct rival to the S23 Ultra. Historically speaking, iPhones usually retain their values the best even in the second hand market. So buying even a pre-owned model and upgrading later on is still worth it, especially for a top-end flagship iPhone.

A used iPhone 15 Pro Max can be in the range of around $700, depending on the variant. For this money, you get a 120Hz OLED display on an iPhone, the power A17 Pro chip, and a great and consistent set of cameras. Rounding off the list is the premium build quality that uses materials like titanium.

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Google Pixel 8 Pro

If you love photography, you’ve probably heard great things about Google’s Pixel smartphones. With the Pixel 10 series around the corner and Pixel 9 being the current gen models, the Pixel 8 Pro is available at a steep discount in the pre-owned market.

Depending on the platform, Google’s top phone from 2023 can be purchased for a mid range cost of under $500 in the US. While its chipset isn’t the most powerful in the market, you’re not missing out on much if you don’t game often on the Pixel 8 Pro and use it primarily for photography.

OnePlus 12

The OnePlus 12 was already a solid deal when it first made its debut. But over time, the Chinese brand’s older flagship is even sweeter. For around $500, you get the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, making it the fastest Android phone in this list. The front has a tall 120Hz AMOLED display, while the rear has a triple camera setup that offers a good photography experience as well. It also packs the largest battery pack here, with super fast charging for an added experience.

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The newly announced Snapdragon 8 Elite is a powerful chipset. It beats MediaTek’s Dimensity 9400 and Apple’s greatest A18 Pro on major benchmarks. This newest Qualcomm chip will power most of 2025’s flagship phones. But you don’t have to wait until next year to get a powerful gaming phone that costs less than Pixel 8 Pro. That’s the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro.

The Red Magic 10 Pro is indeed powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. With a lot of processing comes plenty of heat; therefore, heat management becomes crucial for gaming phones like the Red Magic 10 Pro. Nubia went all out on advanced cooling technology to ensure this phone stays cool. It has a new “Hot Wheels” high-speed cooling fan with 23000rpm wind speed and a 12,000mm² 3D vapor chamber cooling plate, among many cooling measures. It’s the first phone to use liquid metal cooling. So, with all cooling measures, you should expect a stable and snappy performance, even during long gaming sessions.

Being a gaming phone, the Red Magic 10 Pro comes with a pair of fast capacitive shoulder triggers for extra gaming control. It also has dual X-axis linear vibration motors and an in-house Red Core R3 gaming chip that allows 120fps gaming at 2K resolution.

There’s a massive 7,500mAh battery, the biggest on any gaming phone. So you can enjoy a longer gaming session on a single charge. And the 100W fast charging support is there to refill it in minutes while you give your eyes some rest.

The Red Magic 10 Pro has a triple camera setup: a 50MP primary camera (with OIS), a 50MP ultrawide camera, and a 2MP macro shooter. There’s also a 16MP selfie camera. While the cameras are not as impressive as those in the Pixel 8 Pro, they deliver good results. The phone also has a 3.5mm headphone jack for connecting your favorite wired headphones.

Red Magic 10 Pro pricing and availability

You can grab the Red Magic 10 Pro (12GB/256GB) by paying $749. There’s also a 16GB+512GB model that’s currently available for $899.

This Red Magic phone is cheaper than the Pixel 8 Pro, starting at $999, but you do sacrifice water/dust resistance, great cameras, and a longer software upgrade. But you’re getting a far more powerful chipset, an excellent cooling system, and a significantly bigger battery with faster charging support.

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Google‘s Pixel 8 Pro and 9 Pro phones come with a handy feature—a temperature sensor on the back of the phone. This lets you measure the temperature of any object or even of a person. Google might now be working to make the process a  little smoother. 

Pixel 8 Pro / 9 Pro might soon get automatic temperature check feature

Currently, the Pixel Thermometer app asks you to select the material you’re measuring, whether it’s food, metal, or glass, before taking a reading. While not a major inconvenience, it adds an extra step compared to dedicated thermometers.

However, a report from the Android Authority reveals clues about potential automatic material detection in the latest Pixel Thermometer app (version 1.0.676362763). 

The app’s code suggests that Google may be working on a feature that will automatically identify the object your phone is pointing at. This would eliminate the need to manually select the material beforehand.

That being said, Google is unlikely to ditch the manual selection entirely. The code snippet clearly mentions that the app will offer both options — auto-detect and manual — for detection. This will leave users with control over the process, which could be handy if the auto-detection isn’t perfect or if you’re dealing with a specific material that might require a more precise selection.

Moreover, the report mentions that Google will use a “TFLite model” to automate this process. TFLite is a lightweight machine-learning model that can be used on devices for tasks like image recognition. It’s possible that the app would use these models in combination with information from the phone’s camera viewfinder to figure out what you’re aiming at.

Currently, the update with this feature isn’t live yet. Folks at Android Authority tried activating it, but have not been lucky. However, the code hints suggest it’s on the way. Once it arrives, the report suggests that the auto-detect option will be integrated into the existing material selection screen within the app.

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Google has announced price cuts for its Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro, Pixel 8a, and Pixel 7a models in India. This is the first official price cut for these phones since their launch, which comes just in time for the launch of the Pixel 9 series in India.

Google Pixel 8 series & Pixel 7a new prices:

The Pixel 8 Pro has received a Rs. 7,000 price cut, the Pixel 8 gets up to Rs. 5,000 off, and the Pixel 8a and Pixel 7a have received Rs. 3,000 and Rs. 2,000 price cuts, respectively. Here are the details of the price cuts for the Pixel phones.

Pixel 8 Pro:

• 128GB: Old MRP: ₹1,06,999, New MRP: ₹99,999, Price cut: ₹7000
• 256GB: Old MRP: ₹1,13,999, New MRP: ₹1,06,999, Price cut: ₹7000

Pixel 8:

• 128GB: Old MRP: ₹75,999, New MRP: ₹71,999, Price cut: ₹4000
• 256GB: Old MRP: ₹82,999, New MRP: ₹77,999, Price cut: ₹5000

Pixel 8a:

• 128GB: Old MRP: ₹52,999, New MRP: ₹49,999, Price cut: ₹3000
• 256GB: Old MRP: ₹59,999, New MRP: ₹56,999, Price cut: ₹3000

Pixel 7a:

• 128GB: Old MRP: ₹43,999, New MRP: ₹41,999, Price cut: ₹2000

Wait for the BBD sale

While Google sets a standard MRP, the phones are available from Flipkart at cheaper rates. Prices are expected to drop further during the upcoming Big Billion Days sale in early October. If you’re considering buying an older Pixel phone, it might be worth waiting for the sale.

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There have been massive discounts this summer season on most of the Pixel devices. After bringing over a 20% discount on the Pixel 8 Pro and the Pixel 2 Watch LTE a few weeks ago, there’s up to a $300 discount on the Pixel 8 series duo across North America and some other regions.

Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro Deals

Interested folks can head over to the Amazon and Google Stores to get the most from the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro deals. Precisely, the Pixel 8 is retailing for $699 in Canada, and $543 in the US. The discounted price of $699 is applicable to both the Google Store and Amazon.

Meanwhile, the Pixel 8 Pro is up for sale for $1049, which is down from $1349. The price of the Pixel 8 Pro is the same across the Google Store and the Amazon Store.

Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro Specifications

While featuring the same design aesthetics, the smartphone features improved hardware and new software features, thanks to Android 14. Pixel 8 features a 6.17-inch OLED display with Full HD+ resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, and 2000 nits peak brightness.

Furthermore, the Pixel 8 features a 50MP primary Samsung ISOCEll GN2 primary sensor and a 12MP IMX386 ultra-wide angle unit. It bundles the new Tensor G3 chipset, the Titan M2 security chip, and 8GB of LPDDR5X RAM. It bundles a 4485 mAh battery with 24W wired and 18W wireless charging.

Google Pixel 8 Pro features a 6.7-inch LTPO OLED, 3120 x 1440 pixels of resolution, a 1-120Hz adaptive refresh rate, and up to 2400 nits of maximum brightness with Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection. It comes with the same Tensor G3 SoC, 12GB RAM, 1TB storage, and a 5050 mAh battery. Interestingly, there’s another 512GB variant too, which is available at a few places. It features support for 30W wired and 23W wireless charging.

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Google has been offering discounts on its line of Pixel products, including the Google Pixel Watch 2 LTE and Pixel 8 Pro 128GB smartphones. There have been limited discounts via Amazon on both the Pixel gadgets.

Discounts on Pixel Watch 2 LTE and Pixel 8 Pro

Google Pixel Watch 2 LTE is retailing with a 20% discount, lowering the price to $319. Interested users can grab the unlocked Pixel 8 Pro at an all-time low of $749. There’s an additional Amazon Music offer that is available with the purchase of the Pixel 8 Pro or the Pixel Watch 2 smartwatch.

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Google Pixel Watch 2 and Pixel Watch 8 Pro Specifications and Features

Google Pixel Watch 2 was unveiled last fall alongside the Pixel 8 Series smartphone lineup. The smartwatch adorns a circular 1.6-inch curved AMOLED display that has 384 x 384 pixels. The always-on-display clad watch is coupled with a digital rotating crown featuring a physical button and stainless steel design. It supports atrial fibrillation, a heart sensor, and some other notable upgrades. Built-in card detection and fall detection make it easy for emergency services to reach on the spot and provide first aid.

Google Pixel 8 Pro launched along with the Pixel Watch 2 boasts tensor G3, 12GB RAM, up to 1TB storage, and a 5050 mAh battery with 30W wired and 23W wireless charging support. It features the latest communication radios, like WiFi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, and others. It is equipped with a Titan M2 chip for enhanced security. In the camera section, there’s a 50MP primary sensor, a 48MP ultrawide lens, and a 48MP telephoto lens with 5x optical zoom. Further, there’s a 10.5MP sensor on the front for selfies

Both devices are now on sale at the best price for a limited time.

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The Google Pixel 7 Pro and Pixel 8 Pro come with a glossy camera bar, whereas the non-pro models offer a matte finish. The camera bar is made of aluminum, which scratches very easily and the glossy finish makes it even more noticeable. One of the few aspects of the last two pro models from Google that people don’t like is this glossy finish on aluminum camera bar, which is meant to protect the camera assembly.

Surprisingly, a user has found a way to reduce the visibility of the scratches and fingerprints on it. However, we suggest you not to do the same with your Pixel.

The glossy camera bar gets a brushed finish thanks to the Scotch Brite scrubbing pad

The user has shared the images of his Pixel 7 Pro and Pixel 8 Pro through a Reddit post. He has used a Scotch Brite scrubbing pad (an abrasive pad that watchmakers / restorers use to remove the glossy finish in favor of a brushed look) to give a brushed finish to the camera bar.

“Unpopular opinion: resale be damned, I can’t stand the glossy camera bar on the P7P or P8P. So I used Scotch Brite pads to do what Google should have done,” noted the user.

Although, he didn’t mention whether he used a protective film on the lens cover. But the back panel of the Pixel 7 Pro is scratched heavily. You can see it in the image. If the scrubbing pad rubs against the lens cover, the scratches will not only affect the look but will also severely affect the image quality.

Users of the two devices who are willing to use the phone without a case can use skins. It does not make the phone bulky, protects the surface from scratches and fingerprints, and also offers a different look to the device. In addition, this kind of modification may cause you trouble in claiming the warranty. Using a skin does not have any such problem.

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Huawei’s Kirin 9010 inside the Pura 70 chip has been tested with both benchmarks and real-life workloads over the past few days. Notably, the chip performed better than expected with no overheating.

According to TechInsights, the new chip is fabricated on SMIC’s second-generation 7nm-class process node, which is also referred to as N+2. Notably, this is the same process technology that the predecessor Kirin 9000s was built on.

More details on the chip revealed in our story here.

Last year, it was said that Samsung was working on a new battery technology that would be able to hold more power in a smaller space. This new technology is called “stacked battery technology.”

With this year’s Galaxy S24 Ultra, Samsung was supposed to bring this new technology to smartphones. But that didn’t happen. So the expectation was set for the next release in 2025.

However, it looks like even the Galaxy S25 Ultra won’t have stacked battery technology. Likely to save costs on its next model.

More details here.

LAUNCH ALERT: Baseus launches Bowie MA10s earbuds with 48dB ANC, 3D Spatial Audio & wireless charging

Google’s Pixel 8a is expected to launch at the upcoming I/O annual developer conference that begins on May 14.

The device recently surfaced in leaked promo materials too. Now, the Pixel 8a’s pricing has leaked out two weeks ahead of launch, thanks to tipster Steve Hemmerstoffer (aka Onleaks) who has an excellent track record. 

It’s said that the new, affordable Pixel will cost the same as its predecessor.

More details are here.

Also, here’s a roundup of what we know about the Pixel 8a so far!

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Amazfit has a new smart ring on the market.

The Amazfit Helio Ring is made of lightweight titanium and is capable of tracking sleep and heart rate variability. It also generates a daily ‘readiness score’ – a crucial indicator of an athlete’s physical and mental preparedness for training.

This readiness score can help athletes personalize their training based on real-time health data.

More details on the ring here.

Additional Headlines Worth Reading!

Redmi Note 13 Pro+ World Champions Edition with a collector’s box launched in India

Xiaomi launched a special edition Redmi Note 13 Pro+ to commemorate their 10th anniversary in India. The brand has partnered with the Argentine Football Association (AFA) boasting a unique design and collector’s box.

Read more here.

HMD is launching its first 5G rugged phone in Europe, price leaks

HMD Global, the maker of Nokia-branded phones and tablets, is launching two devices under its own brand in Europe. These are the HMD XR21rugged phone and the HMD T21 tablet.

More details are here.

Huawei’s upcoming OS, HarmonyOS NEXT, delivers smooth performance on par with existing systems

Huawei is working hard on HarmonyOS NEXT, its new iteration of the operating system that departs entirely from Android app support. The company is actively collaborating with major Chinese giants to build native apps specifically for HarmonyOS NEXT.

A fresh new leak suggests that the current development build of HarmonyOS NEXT offers a user experience comparable to existing software. 

More details here!

OxygenOS 14 Update Is Available for These OnePlus Devices

OxygenOS 14, based on Android 14, is an exciting upgrade that brings many new features, lock screen shortcuts, and improvements. It also introduces Trinity Engine for performance optimization. If your OnePlus device hasn’t received the OxygenOS 14 update, you must be desperately waiting to get your hands on the new features and changes it brings.

To all those curious OnePlus users waiting for the Android 14-based OxygenOS 14 update, check this story to see if the brand has started rolling it out for your device.

Huawei Pura 70 and Pura 70 with Kirin chip will launch globally, probably in Malaysia first

A new detail suggests the Huawei Pura 70 series, recently launched in China, might be making its way to the global market soon. 

Two models from the lineup, the standard Huawei Pura 70 (model number ADY-LX9) and the Pura 70 Pro (model number HBN-LX9), have been spotted on the SIRIM website in Malaysia.

More details here.

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Galaxy S24 Ultra: January 31, 2024

Pixel 8 Pro: October 4, 2023

SPECS TABLE

In this comparison, we are putting two impressive Android devices against each other. Both of the devices in this comparison are top photography devices and they offer top-of-the-range specifications that will get your head turning. The first device in this comparison is the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, which launched last month, and it’s going up against the photography genius’s Pixel 8 Pro, which launched last year.

Unlike other Android devices, the Pixel 8 Pro uses a processor that can only be found on devices from Google. The entry from Samsung in this comparison uses an Android flagship processor that can be found on other devices, but in pure Samsung tradition, it delivers when it comes to performance. Let’s now put these two devices side by side and compare various facets of their build to find out which is the better pick for your needs.

Galaxy S24 Ultra vs Pixel 8 Pro: Price

Galaxy S24 Ultra: All storage variants available retail starts at $1299

Pixel 8 Pro: All storage variants available retail start at $999

Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra 5G AI Smartphone (Titanium Gray, 12GB, 512GB Storage)

Pixel 8 Pro 5G (Obsidian Black, 12GB RAM+ 128GB Storage)

₹ 139,999

₹ 86,990

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Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra 5G AI Smartphone (Titanium Gray, 12GB, 512GB Storage)

₹ 139,999

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Pixel 8 Pro 5G (Obsidian Black, 12GB RAM+ 128GB Storage)

₹ 86,990

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Galaxy S24 Ultra vs Pixel 8 Pro: Design and colours

Galaxy S24 Ultra:

The new Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra comes with a ton of design upgrades from its predecessor. These updates place it inches ahead of the competition in this comparison. For its design, this new device comes with Gorilla Glass Armor on the front and Gorilla Glass on the back as well as titanium frame which is a new feature. This device weighs 232g and its dimensions are 162.3 x 79 x 8.6 mm (6.39 x 3.11 x 0.34 in).

A standard feature on ths Samsung S Ultra entries is the S Pen which is great for productivity. This flagship device comes with a ton of colour options which are very impressive. The colours available are Titanium Black, Titanium Gray, Titanium Violet, Titanium Yellow, Titanium Blue, Titanium Green, Titanium Orange.

Pixel 8 Pro:

In comparison to its predecessor the new Pixel 8 Pro brings a ton of obvious and rather subtle design changes. Overall this is a very beautiful device to look at and also use as it fits perfectly into the user’s hand. A major design and functionality change that this device features is the new sensor that sits on its rear camera cutout.

Weighing less than the Galaxy S24 Ultra, this device will be the best pick for most users who don’t like carrying heavy devices about. The glossy finish around this device’s sides as well as its rear camera cutout compliment the device’s colour option. Speaking of color option, the Pixel 8 Pro comes in Obsidian, Porcelain, Bay, and Mint color options, with the Mint option launching a few weeks ago.

Major differences:

• The Galaxy S24 is heavier than the Pixel 8 Pro.
• The Galaxy S24 Ultra comes with a Titanium build quality which isn’t available on the Pixel 8 Pro.
• The Pixel 8 Pro comes with a more curvy design at its edges.

Galaxy S24 Ultra vs Pixel 8 Pro: Display

Galaxy S24 Ultra:

When it comes to design, the new S24 Ultra is at the top of its game when it comes to its display. This new device features a 6.8-inch Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X panel which supports a 120Hz refresh rate. The display supports HDR10+ and maxes out at a display brightness of 2600 nits.

For protection, this device comes with the Corning Gorilla Glass Armor, which protects it from damage in case of a scratch or a drop. Users will also benefit from the new Always-On display that this device comes with. Samsung also uses the new anti-reflective screen coating, which makes this device very usable even in bright light.

Pixel 8 Pro:

When it comes to display, the Pixel 8 Pro shows why it really is a flagship device by featuring rather impressive display technology. The display on this device supports HDR10+, 2400 nits brightness, and a 120 Hz refresh rate. However, it falls short of the Galaxy S24 Ultra by featuring an LTPO OLED screen display, which isn’t as impressive as that of the competition in this article.

Users benefit from the Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2’s protection that this device provides them with in case of drops or impact to the screen’s display. The display on this device also features a higher screen-to-body ratio in close comparison with that on the Galaxy S24 Ultra, making it seem slightly smaller than it’s meant to be. Google really outdid itself on the display that this flagship device offers users, most of which will benefit from the flat-screen display.

Major differences:

• S24 Ultra features a special anti-glare coating not found on the Pixel 8 Pro.
• Pixel 8 Pro features a slightly better screen-to-body ratio.

Galaxy S24 Ultra vs Pixel 8 Pro: Cameras

Galaxy S24 Ultra:

The camera setup on the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra features 200MP, 50MP, 10MP, and 12MP sensors. Some of the features it packs include a multi-directional PDAF sensor, an AI picture enhancement feature, and an enhanced AI object-aware engine. Up front, it features a 12 MP sensor that supports up to 4K video recording.

The rear camera on this device supports 8K video recording at 30fps. The entire camera system brings a ton of AI features and abilities that users can benefit from. These AI features and abilities help step up the photography experience that this device comes with.

Pixel 8 Pro:

Photography is one of the strongest parts of Google Pixel devices and one of the main reasons why some buyers pick their product above the competition. This device is not even six months old, and it’s already excelling in most flagship camera tests, even outperforming the competition. Google uses a triple rear camera setup on this device, housing a 50MP and two 48MP sensors as well as a temperature sensor for checking the user’s body temperature.

Up front is a 10.5 MP selfie lens, and both front and rear cameras offer only 4K video recording, which is behind the competition. But one area in which Google Pixel devices are far ahead of the competition is the area of image processing, thanks to the Tensor G3 processor in this device. This device also packs a truckload of AI photography features, making it the top of its game when placed side by side with other flagship devices.

Major differences:

• S24 Ultra features a higher resolution main camera.
• S24 Ultra features an extra camera.
• Pixel 8 Pro features a temperature sensor.
• S24 Ultra supports 8K video recording.

Galaxy S24 Ultra vs Pixel 8 Pro: Performance

Galaxy S24 Ultra:

This new device comes with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor as well as the Adreno 750 GPU chip. It features a ton of performance improvements in comparison with its predecessor.

Users can get this new device in the following storage configurations: 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 1TB 12GB RAM.

The storage on this device is not expandable, as it offers more than enough storage for most users. Speaking of its performance, a benchmark review will be great to actually see how well this device holds up against the competition. For Geekbench 6 this device secured a single-core score of 2297 and a multi-core score of 7142. As for its AnTuTu score, this performance behemoth secures a score of 1,780,568.

Pixel 8 Pro:

On this device, Google uses its new Tensor G3 processor which brings an improvement in performance in comparison with its predecessor. Joining this processor is up 12GB worth of RAM and up to 1TB worth of storage which is more than enough for power users. For its GPU power, this processor draws on an Immortalis-G715s MC10 chip as well as a nona-core CPU setup.

There are a ton of AI features that this processor that enhances on device usage of AI features. For its benchmark scores, this device comes with a score of 963,013 on the AnTuTu benchmark which puts it behind the Galaxy S24 Ultra. On Geekbench this device boasts of a single core score of 1,727 and a multi-core score of 3,433.

Major upgrades & differences:

• Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 on the S24.
• S24 Ultra offers more power.
• Pixel 8 Pro offers more AI featues.

Galaxy S24 Ultra vs Pixel 8 Pro: Software

Galaxy S24 Ultra:

This new flagship smartphone from Samsung launches with Android 14 out of the box. Following this is Samsung One UI 6.1 software which brings some features that are exclusive to the S24 Ultra. Amazingly this smartphone will be able to boast of seven years of OS update on this device.

Pixel 8 Pro:

When it comes to software the Google Pixel 8 Pro takes a lot of praise for its smooth and immersive Android experience. This device runs on stock Android 14 for Pixels which brings a clean experience for users regardless of their needs. Google gives this device seven years OS upgrade and users will be among the first to get each update once its available.

Major differences:

• Better stock Android experience on the Pixel 8 Pro.
• Faster updates on the Pixel 8 Pro.

Galaxy S24 Ultra vs Pixel 8 Pro: Battery life and charging

Galaxy S24 Ultra:

Samsung has a 5000mAh battery capacity on this new device which is enough for daily usage on a single charge. On a single charge, this device can last for hours of heavy usage as proven by various tests. For its wired charging Samsung equips this device with 45W fast charging to get the device from 0-65% in 30 minutes. For those that use wireless charging, they get 15W as standard and 4.5W reversed wireless charge.

Pixel 8 Pro:

The battery capacity on the Pixel 8 Pro is 5050mAh which is slightly more than the Galaxy S24 Ultra. For charging, this device relies on 30W fast charging, 23W wireless, as well as reverse charging. With the charging speed of this device, users will be able to get their device to 50% in just 30 minutes.

Major differences: 

• Faster wired charging on the S24 Ultra.

Galaxy S24 Ultra vs Pixel 8 Pro: Final Verdict

Both devices in this comparison are top flagship entries that mean business. If you are going for performance, the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is the way to go as it packs a more powerful processor. In terms of display performance, the Galaxy S24 Ultra is still the better choice as Samsung outdid itself on the display of this new device as it is way better than the competition.

In terms of photography, both devices are very impressive but most will tilt towards the Pixel 8 Pro as it features better image processing abilities. The Pixel 8 Pro is also a better choice when it comes to the device’s software capabilities as it offers a more immersive Android experience. For those that are going for the more affordable option then the Pixel 8 Pro is the way to go as it retails less than the S24 Ultra.

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Google just unveiled the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro in a new Mint color option. Now, the latest Pixel Feature Drop is bringing new functionality for the higher end model. The Pixel 8 Pro is finally receiving the long awaited human body temperature tracking feature.

Google Pixel 8 Pro Body Temperature Tracking

The Search Engine giant released this bio monitoring support in the latest Pixel Feature drop. Google’s Pixel 8 Pro is capable of reading the human’s body temperature. As per official notes, it is a “medical-grade feature” so it might have received official FDA approval. In the latest update, the Pixel 8 Pro users gain access to the Thermometer application to get a temperature scan of their forehead.

This app even lets you save these results to the Fitbit profile to allow for better health tracking. The brand states that the feature can offer accurate body temperature readings, although this claim has yet to be confirmed against a medical thermometer. The sensor can measure human body temperature using infrared radiating that is emitted from the item and can take heat of up to 200 degrees Celsius to -20 degrees Celsius.

Keep in mind that it is still unclear whether this feature is entirely accurate for humans. In other words, you shouldn’t replace your smartphone with actual thermometers for any medical use. This is all the information we have as of right now, so stick around for more updates regarding this matter.

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Google has launched a new Mint color variant for its Pixel 8 series smartphones. This addition follows the original launch of the Pixel 8 in Obsidian, Hazel, and Rose, and the Pixel 8 Pro in Obsidian, Bay, and Porcelain. The introduction of the Mint color was unveiled as part of the ‘Fresh year, fresh drop’ campaign.

In comparison, the Mint shade is slightly deeper than the Lemongrass color of the Pixel 7. In terms of design, it maintains the same glass body and glossy finish that characterize the series, along with the existing specifications.

Presently, the Mint variant of the Pixel 8 is available in India through Flipkart, ahead of its global release. There is no confirmation yet on whether the Mint color will be extended to the Pixel 8 Pro in India.

Speaking of specifications, the Pixel 8 Pro boasts a 6.7-inch LTPO OLED display, powered by a Google Tensor G3 chip, 12GB RAM, and 128GB of storage. Its camera system includes a 50MP primary rear camera, a 48MP ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 48MP telephoto lens with 5x optical zoom. The device is fueled by a 5050mAh battery, supports 30W fast charging, and features security measures such as an in-display fingerprint scanner and face unlock.

The standard Pixel 8 model comes with a 6.2-inch OLED display, 8GB RAM, and options for 128GB or 256GB storage. Its camera setup includes a 50MP primary rear camera and a 12MP ultra-wide-angle lens. This model is equipped with a 4575mAh battery and shares the security features of the Pro model. Both variants are IP68-rated for dust and water resistance and are available in various color options, including the new Mint.

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Google debuted the Pixel 8 series back in October 2023, with the vanilla model getting Obsidian, Hazel, and Rose color options, while the Pro model launched in Obsidian, Porcelain, and Bay colors. Now, Google has announced that the series will be getting a new color option soon.

The announcement was made through the company’s official Twitter account, featuring a binary sequence teasing the arrival of a “Fresh year, fresh drop.” The accompanying link directs users to the Google Store and a teaser video showcasing the phrase “itsaliving” in Mint Green, offering a glimpse of the upcoming color option.

01000110 01110010 01100101 01110011 01101000 00100000 01111001 01100101 01100001 01110010 00101100 00100000 01100110 01110010 01100101 01110011 01101000 00100000 01100100 01110010 01101111 01110000 00101110 00100000 https://t.co/1nhhiCtNCe pic.twitter.com/CyOeJ9Czvd

— Made by Google (@madebygoogle) January 19, 2024

On January 25, 2024, the same day as the color reveal, Google is hosting a mural painting event in downtown NYC with the artist @itsaliving.

The Pixel 8 series, introduced in October 2023, currently consists of two smartphones, with a third model (Pixel 8a) anticipated later in 2024. The specific model getting the Minty Fresh color is still a secret until next week.

For those unfamiliar with the Pixel 8 series, the Pro variant boasts a 6.7-inch LTPO OLED display, Google Tensor G3 chip, 12GB RAM, and 128GB storage. The camera setup includes a 50MP primary rear camera, a 48MP ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 48MP telephoto lens with 5x optical zoom. The device features a 5050mAh battery with 30W fast charging and various security features, including an in-display fingerprint scanner and face unlock.

Meanwhile, the standard Pixel 8 features a 6.2-inch OLED display, 8GB RAM, and a choice of 128GB or 256GB storage. Its camera setup includes a 50MP primary rear camera and a 12MP ultra-wide-angle lens. The device is equipped with a 4575mAh battery and shares similar security features with its Pro counterpart. Both models are IP68 dust and water-resistant and are available in various color options.

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Google recently launched a new repair mode for Pixel phones that lets you tinker with your phone while protecting your privacy. Now, iFixit has also spilled the beans on the official repair part costs for the Pixel 8 and 8 Pro, giving us a clearer picture of what it’ll cost to fix your broken phone.

• Screens: The Pixel 8’s “Actua” screen, with its 120Hz refresh rate and boosted brightness, comes in at $159.99, a $20 bump over the Pixel 7’s screen. The Pixel 8 Pro’s screen sees a smaller price increase, going from $212.99 to $229.99.
• Rear cases: You can now get replacement rear cases for the Pixel 8 in all three colors: Hazel, Obsidian, and Rose. The price is $142.99, which is slightly higher than the Pixel 7’s case.
• Batteries: Both Pixel 8 and 8 Pro batteries remain the same price as their predecessors at $42.99.
• Cameras: This is where things get interesting. The Pixel 8’s wide rear camera sees a significant price jump from $89.99 to $142.99, while the ultra-wide camera is $20 more expensive at $62.99. The Pixel 8 Pro’s camera system is also pricier, coming in at $199.99 compared to the Pixel 7 Pro’s $152.99. Both Pixel 8 and 8 Pro front cameras price are $42.99.

Here’s the breakdown of Pixel 8 and 8 Pro repair parts:

Overall, the availability of genuine repair parts is a positive step for Pixel owners. However, the price increases for some components, particularly the cameras, are something to be aware of.

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Google recently released Gemini Nano, an efficient version of its new AI module for the Pixel 8 Pro as part of the December Pixel feature update. The integration of Gemini brings several innovative features, including Summarize in Recorder and Smart Reply in Gboard, adding a host of AI-powered capabilities to the smartphone. Apart from these AI enhancements, the December feature drop offers a variety of additional features for Pixel users.

Pixel December Feature Drop

Summarize in Recorder lets you get summaries of your recordings offline – be it conversations, interviews, or presentations. Plus, Smart Reply in Gboard, powered by Gemini Nano, offers up high-quality responses with an understanding of the conversation context, saving you time.

Beyond this, Google is enhancing visual content with Pixel 8 Pro’s Video Boost, utilizing Google Tensor G3. This feature adjusts color, lighting, stabilization, and graininess in videos through cloud adjustments. Night Sight video ensures detailed and colorful recordings even in low-light conditions.

Photography on Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro receives AI-powered enhancements. Improved Portrait light in Google Photos handles shadows better, while Photo Unblur sharpens images of people and pets with a single tap.

Pixel Fold, as well as Pixel 6 and newer devices, can now be used as a webcam for your laptop/desktop PC by connecting the device via USB.

Similar to Samsung’s repair mode, Pixel devices are now also getting a Repair Mode that will ensure the safety of personal data during device repairs. Google Password Manager is also coming to Pixel devices, simplifying adding passkeys for a smoother login experience.

The recorder app now includes transcription support for 28 additional languages and is equipped to accurately transcribe English speech while accommodating various unique accents during recording. Additionally, Pixel’s Direct My Call and Hold for Me features are now available in the UK.

Customization options are also growing, with weather conditions and daily forecasts integrated into the World Clock tab in the Clock app. First-gen Pixel Watch users benefit from improved synchronization with Pixel Phones, accompanied by new watch face designs and updated complication styles.

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Black Friday 2023 is here, and we have curated a list of amazing deals on the latest Google Pixel models. From the budget-friendly Google Pixel 7a to the high-end Google Pixel 8 Pro and even the innovative Google Pixel Fold, there’s something for everyone. With discounts up to $400, these deals offer substantial savings on cutting-edge features like stunning OLED displays, powerful processors, impressive camera systems, and long-lasting batteries. Don’t miss out on these incredible offers to upgrade your smartphone experience. Check out the links below to grab these deals before they’re gone!

The biggest discount comes with the Google Pixel Fold, which is currently available for $400 off the regular price. This means you can get the innovative folding smartphone for just $1399, down from its original price of $1799. With its unique design and impressive features, the Pixel Fold is definitely worth considering if you’re in the market for a high-end smartphone.

Another great deal is on the Google Pixel 8 Pro, which is discounted by $200. This flagship phone is now available for $799, down from its regular price of $999. The Pixel 8 Pro boasts a powerful processor, an advanced camera system, and a stunning display, making it a top choice for tech enthusiasts.

Overall, these deals offer substantial savings on popular Google Pixel models. Whether you’re interested in the folding capabilities of the Pixel Fold or the premium features of the Pixel 8 Pro, taking advantage of these discounts allows you to get the latest technology at a significantly reduced price.

Here’s a complete list of deals:

• Google Pixel 7a: Save $125, discounted price $374 (regular price $499)
• Google Pixel 8: Get $150 off, discounted price $549 (regular price $699)
• Google Pixel 8 Pro: Save $200, discounted price $799 (regular price $999)
• Google Pixel Fold: Get $400 off, discounted price $1399 (regular price $1799)
• Google Pixel 7 Pro: Save $250, discounted price $649 (regular price $899)

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Google has officially announced its Black Friday deals, set to go live this Thursday on its online store in the US. Here’s a breakdown of the enticing discounts on the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro, along with other Google devices:

1. Pixel 8 Pro:
   • Original Price: $999
   • Black Friday Deal: Save $200
   • Deal Price: $799
2. Pixel 8:
   • Original Price: $699
   • Black Friday Deal: Save $150
   • Deal Price: $549
3. Pixel Fold:
   • Original Price: $1,799
   • Black Friday Deal: Save $400
   • Deal Price: $1,399
4. Pixel 7a:
   • Original Price: $499
   • Black Friday Deal: Save $125
   • Deal Price: $374
5. Additional Google Device Deals:
   • Pixel Watch (Original):
     • Original Price: $279.99
     • Black Friday Deal: Save $80.00
     • Deal Price: $199.99
   • Pixel Tablet:
     • Original Price: $499
     • Black Friday Deal: Save $100
     • Deal Price: $399
   • Pixel Buds Pro:
     • Original Price: $199.99
     • Black Friday Deal: Save $80
     • Deal Price: $119.99
   • Chromecast with Google TV:
     • Original Price: $49.99
     • Black Friday Deal: Save $12.00
     • Deal Price: $37.99
   • Nest Cam (Battery):
     • Original Price: $179.99
     • Black Friday Deal: Save $60
     • Deal Price: $119.99
   • Pixel Buds A-Series:
     • Original Price: $99
     • Black Friday Deal: Save $40
     • Deal Price: $59
   • 3-Pack Nest Wifi Pro:
     • Original Price: $399.99
     • Black Friday Deal: Save $120
     • Deal Price: $279.99
   • Nest Hub:
     • Original Price: $99.99
     • Black Friday Deal: Save $50
     • Deal Price: $49.99

Deal Period: Google hasn’t said exactly when these Black Friday deals will end, but they’re starting on Thursday and will be around on Friday because, well, it’s Black Friday!

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The Google Pixel 8 and 8 Pro were introduced recently. However, they haven’t been spared from the now seemingly traditional issues associated with Google’s new smartphones. For instance, we previously mentioned the problem with the Face Unlock feature in the Pixel 8 series and the issue of Android Auto not working. Even though many of these issues can be fixed with updates, the damage has already been done. It seems users may have already lost faith in these phones, as the Pixel 8 trade-in values have dropped dramatically after launch.

Pixel 8 trade-in values plummet after launch

The smartphone market is truly in its golden age. Almost every day, another major brand introduces a new model for users to enjoy. Especially the flagship models, which are high-end devices, attract a lot of attention from tech enthusiasts like us. However, this trend brings about another issue. Instead of using the same phone for a long time, users prefer to switch devices roughly once a year. But in an environment where a top-tier device costs over $1000, doing this can be quite challenging.

So, what’s the solution? Naturally, it’s to sell your current device in the second-hand market at a reasonable price or, if the company where you want to buy your new device offers a trade-in campaign, to trade it in, thus reducing the cost of the new device. Unfortunately, if you’re using a Pixel 8 or Pixel 8 Pro, these options might not be suitable for you.

The trade-in values for the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro have dropped dramatically since their launch in October 2023. For example, the trade-in value for a 128 GB Pixel 8 is now just $274 at the Google Store and Best Buy, down from $420 at launch. Unfortunately, this is quite a low price. Of course, you could try to sell your phone second-hand rather than trading it in.

However, many of us don’t have the energy or time to deal with that. Therefore, those who are going to purchase such devices should be prepared to use them for a long time or should not expect to get much value from them when buying their next phone. Of course, for a trade-in, the condition of the product needs to be good. Those curious can find the trade-in values based on the device’s condition in the table below.

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If you’ve recently invested in a Pixel 8 Pro, congrats! It’s a powerhouse in your pocket. But are you really getting the most out of it? Enter the world of accessories, where protection meets style, and functionality gets a major boost. From sleek cases that protect without adding bulk, to earbuds that transform your audio experience, 2023 brings a plethora of accessories designed to compliment your Pixel 8 Pro perfectly. Whether you’re a minimalist seeking a touch of elegance or someone who wants to flaunt their tech-savvy side, there’s something for everyone.

So let’s check out the best Pixel 8 Pro accessories of 2023.

Spigen Thin Fit case

Looking for a phone case that combines style and functionality? Look no further than the clean and minimalistic Spigen Thin Fit phone case. With its slim silhouette, you can easily slip it into your pocket without any bulk. But don’t let its slim design fool you, this case provides top-notch drop protection. Made from durable Polycarbonate, it ensures that your phone stays safe from accidental drops and bumps. Thanks to its military-grade drop protection with Air Cushion Technology, you can rest easy knowing that your device is well-protected.

It features precise cutouts and tactile buttons, making it easier than ever to use your phone’s features. The raised edges provide extra protection for both the screen and camera, ensuring that they stay scratch-free. This case is compatible with wireless charging and Battery Share, so you can easily charge your phone without having to remove the case. With its impressive finish, this case is not only functional, but also stylish.

It comes in five color options, allowing you to pick the one that best suits your personality.

• Clean minimalistic design.
• Comes with a slim silhouette that comfortably fits in the user’s pocket.
• Features drop protection.
• Made from Polycarbonate for a durable feel and use experience.
• Military-grade drop protection via Air Cushion Technology.
• Precise cutouts and tactile buttons for easier accessibility.
• Raised edges for screen and camera protection.
• Compatible with wireless charging and Battery Share.
• Two part case to protect both the device’s sides and the back glass.
• Impressive finish.
• Comes in five colour options for users can pick from.
• Impressive design.

Google Pixel Buds Pro

Introducing the latest wireless earbuds that will revolutionize your audio experience with the Pixel 8 Pro – the Google Pixel Buds Pro. With its premium sound quality, you can enjoy immersive audio like never before. Whether you’re listening to your favorite playlist or taking important calls, the double bandwidth ensures crystal-clear sound for all your needs. Say goodbye to distracting background noise with the Active Noise Cancellation feature, powered by Google Silent Seal technology.

The IPX4 water resistance makes these earbuds perfect for workouts and outdoor activities, providing you with worry-free listening in any weather conditions. The Pixel Buds Pro comes with Bluetooth 4.0+ technology, allowing seamless connectivity to your devices. You can even switch between devices effortlessly with multipoint connectivity. Gamers will appreciate the low latency mode, which reduces audio delay for an immersive gaming experience. Not only does it sound great, but it also looks impressive. With its sleek and comfortable design, these earbuds are a fashion statement while providing hours of comfortable wear. Plus, the wireless charging feature ensures that you never run out of battery, giving you up to 31 hours of total listening time.

The earbuds support Google Assistant voice controls, making it easy to control your music and answer calls with just your voice. With an array of impressive color options to choose from, you can match your earbuds to your personal style.

• Offers users premium sound experience.
• Offers immersive audio experience.
• Double bandwidth for clearer calls.
• Active Noise Cancellation with Google Silent Seal technology.
• Bluetooth 4.0+ technology.
• IPX4 water resistance.
• Wireless charging.
• Up to 31 hours of total listening time.
• Switch between devices with multipoint connectivity.
• Low latency mode great for gaming.
• Volume EQ brings out the details.
• Transparency mode helps users hear what’s outside.
• Impressive and comfortable design.
• Supports Google Assistant voice controls.
• Impressive colour options.
• Impressive design.

Google Pixel 8 Pro Bellroy Leather Case

The Google Pixel 8 Pro Bellroy Leather Case is an Eco-tanned leather case, a stylish and eco-friendly accessory for your smartphone. Made from premium leather that has been carefully tanned using environmentally friendly methods, this case is not only protective but also guilt-free. The case features a super slim profile that adds minimal bulk to your device, making it easy to slip into your pocket or bag. The edge-to-edge leather design adds a touch of sophistication, while the aluminium buttons give a nice tactile feel when using your phone. Inside, you’ll find a soft microfiber lining that protects your phone from scratches and keeps it looking new.

The durable flex polymer construction provides excellent drop protection, so you can rest assured that your device is safe from everyday bumps and knocks. One of the standout features of this case is its support for wireless charging. Simply place your phone on a compatible charging pad and watch it come to life without the hassle of cables. With a range of great color options to choose from, you can find the perfect case to match your style. Whether you’re looking for a sleek and professional look or something more vibrant and eye-catching, this case has got you covered.

• Eco-tanned leather case.
• Microfibre made from 92% recycled materials.
• Suppports wireless charging.
• Super slim profile.
• Premium, eco-tanned leather wraps edge-to-edge.
• Aluminium buttons.
• Soft microfiber lining.
• Durable flex polymer, with a polyester microfiber lining.
• Protective design.
• Pocket friendly design.
• Great colour options.
• Impressive design.

Google Pixel Watch 2

The Google Pixel Watch 2 is equipped with a custom 3D Corning Gorilla Glass 5, ensuring exceptional durability and protection against scratches. With a 320 ppi AMOLED display and DCI-P3 color support, every image and video on this watch comes to life with vibrant and rich colors. Not only that, but the brightness boost on this device can reach up to 1000 nits, making it easily visible even in bright sunlight. The always-on display feature allows you to conveniently check the time and notifications at a glance without having to constantly wake up your watch.

The Pixel Watch 2 features a fluoroelastomer band with a soft-touch coating, providing a comfortable and durable wearing experience. The band is made with 100% recycled aluminum, showcasing the brand’s commitment to sustainability. Powered by a built-in rechargeable lithium-ion 306mAh battery, this smartwatch offers long-lasting performance throughout the day. With support for 4G LTE and UMTS connection, you can stay connected wherever you go. Connectivity options include Bluetooth 5.0 and WiFi, ensuring seamless pairing with your smartphone and easy access to the internet. The Qualcomm 5100 processor ensures smooth and responsive performance, while the 3-axis accelerometer sensor tracks your movements accurately. One notable feature of the watch is its compatibility with the ECG app, allowing you to monitor your heart health conveniently.

• Custom 3D Corning Gorilla Glass 5.
• Comes with 320 ppi AMOLED display with DCI-P3 color.
• Brightness boost up to 1000 nits.
• Supports always-on display.
• Fluoroelastomer with soft-touch coating with 100% recycled aluminum.
• Packs a built-in rechargeable lithium-ion 306mAh battery.
• Impressive colour options.
• Fluoroelastomer with soft-touch coating for the standard active band.
• Supports 4G LTE and UMTS connection.
• Bluetooth 5.0 and WiFi connectivity technology.
• Built-in 306mAh rechargeable lithium-ion battery.
• Qualcomm 5100 processor.
• 3-axis accelerometer sensor.
• Multipurpose electrical sensors compatible with ECG app.
• Impressive color options.
• Impressive design.

Google Pixel Stand 2nd Gen

The Google Pixel Stand 2nd Gen wireless charger is the ultimate charging companion for your Google Pixel 8 Pro. This compact charger offers lightning-fast charging speeds, ensuring that your device gets powered up in no time. Plus, with its compatibility specifically designed for the Google Pixel 8 Pro, you can trust that it will deliver optimized performance. One of the standout features of this wireless charger is its nearly silent built-in fan. This innovative addition helps to keep your device cool, even during intensive tasks like streaming or video calls. Not only does this charger efficiently power up your device, but it also allows for convenient usage while charging. Thanks to its stand feature, it holds your phone at a comfortable angle, ensuring easy access to your screen. Whether you’re browsing the web or watching videos, you can multitask like a pro without compromising charging performance.

With a powerful 23W output specifically tailored for the Pixel 8 Pro, you can be confident that this charger delivers the juice your device craves. Additionally, the strong magnets in the charger provide a firm grip, so you don’t have to worry about accidentally knocking over your device while it’s charging. Lastly, let’s not forget about its impressive design. The sleek and stylish look of this wireless charger complements any space, whether it’s your office desk or bedside table. It’s a reliable and aesthetically pleasing addition to your device charging routine.

• Superfast wireless charger.
• Compactible with the Google Pixel 8 Pro.
• Comes with nearly silent built-in fan to keep things cool if you’re streaming or making video calls.
• Stands the device at a convinient angle for usage while the phone charges.
• Gives 23W for the Pixel 8 Pro.
• Grips firmly onto the device using strong magnets.
• Can’t be easily fallen over while in use.
• Helps users acheive more while their smartphone in charging.
• Impressive design.

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The Google Pixel 8 and 8 Pro were recently introduced, and like every Pixel model, they had a rough start filled with issues. These strange errors and problems in Google’s new phones have now become a part of the tech world. For instance, we recently mentioned that the Pixel 8 and 8 Pro were unable to launch Android Auto. Now, there are reports that the Face Unlock on the Google Pixel 8 has already been deceived. Here are the details…

Sibling Able to Unlock Google Pixel 8 with Face Unlock, Despite Looking “Very Different”

Biometric protection has been an essential part of our lives for a while now. It began notably with fingerprint scanners, and today, we see facial recognition technology. The shift to facial recognition is primarily due to its enhanced security. As an iPhone 14 Pro Max user, I can say that this technology is highly functional. Consequently, the latest Pixel 8 and 8 Pro also feature it. However, according to a Reddit user, the Face Unlock on the Google Pixel 8 was allegedly fooled by a sibling.

The Reddit user claims that their brother was able to unlock their Pixel 8 Pro with Face Unlock, despite the two siblings looking “very different”. The full post is as follows:

“I watched dave2ds video yesterday where one of his main talking points was about how the pixel 8 pro had a much better face unlock that actually has the capability to get into more secure apps. After I set up my 8 pro today and got home my brother (who I bought the pixel 7 pro for last year) picked up my phone to look at it and he can unlock it every time with his face (my face works perfectly fine as well) i think we have some of the same facial features but we both look very different. Just to make sure I wasn’t going insane I set up my face on his p7p and it would not let him unlock it until he retrained it to his face. I just find it funny that they say now the more secure unlock feature will let him into my bank account no problems but his p7p wouldn’t even let him get past the lock screen”

Google says that Face Unlock on the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro is very secure. It meets the highest Android biometric class standard, which is Class 3. This means that it is very unlikely for someone else to be able to unlock your phone with Face Unlock.

Although the user claims otherwise, it is possible that the Pixel 8’s Face Unlock system was fooled by the sibling’s resemblance to the user. It is also possible that there is a bug in the system that could be exploited by someone who looks similar to the user. Google has not yet commented on the report. It is unclear whether the company is aware of the issue or whether it is working on a fix.

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The Google Pixel 8 and 8 Pro debuted earlier this month. And while we were just starting to make peace with their underwhelming GPU performance and heating issues, a new problem has begun to emerge. Users of the new Pixel phones are reporting that they are unable to launch the Android Auto app. Google has also stepped in to help by urging affected users to send a diagnosis report.

Older Pixel phones don’t have this issue

Pixel 8 and Pixel Pro users on Google’s forums are reporting that Android Auto isn’t working for them (Via autoevolution). Even though their phones connect to the head unit and start charging, the Android Auto app never launches. These users also say that they never had this problem with their older Pixel phones, including the Pixel 7 and even the Pixel 3.

Google has not yet rolled out a fix, but an official from the Android Auto team has stepped in to offer help, or we could say, is asking users to help Google. “It would be great if you could send us a bug report from your phone to diagnose the root cause of the issue. We’ll send an email with instructions on how to capture a bug report,” wrote an Android Auto team community specialist in response to a user’s complaint.

As Bogdan Popa writes for autoevolution, it’s perplexing for users when “a Google phone running Google software on a Google operating system” is affected by bugs. Currently, there’s no news as to when Google could fix the issue. We hope to learn more in the coming days.

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Google has reportedly blocked users from installing benchmark apps on their Pixel 8 and 8 Pro smartphones. This was uncovered by Sanjiv of Notebookcheck, who found that Google has prevented users from installing Geekbench and 3D Mark benchmarking apps on their devices.

Benchmark apps are used to assess the CPU and GPU performance of smartphones. They are a valuable tool for reviewers and consumers alike, as they allow them to compare the performance of different devices.

According to the author, Google’s block on benchmark apps has prevented some reviewers from running tests, but others have been able to bypass this limitation by sideloading the apps. As a result, benchmark results for the Tensor G3 have surfaced regardless.

In Geekbench 6 benchmarks, the Tensor G3 scored lower than the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 in both single-core and multi-core tests. The Tensor G3 also performed worse than the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 in 3D Mark Wild Life Stress benchmarks. This is despite the fact that the Tensor G3 has a newer and more advanced architecture than some of its rivals.

The performance disparity is likely due to the fact that the Tensor G3 is manufactured using Samsung’s 4 nm node technology, which is not as efficient as TSMC’s N4P node technology, which is used to manufacture the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip.

In any case, users must be aware that Pixel 8 and 8 Pro are not performance-centric devices. So, if performance is important to you, you may want to consider a different device.

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Google recently unveiled its new Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro models at an event. These flagship devices stand out with their features, but the spotlight for tech enthusiasts was on the Tensor G3 processor that powers the Pixel series. For those who might not know, the Tensor G3 is Google’s third-generation custom-designed mobile processor.

This processor is built on a 4nm manufacturing process, making it more efficient and powerful than its predecessors. However, recent information suggests that the G3 was originally intended to be even more powerful than it currently is. Here are the details…

Tensor G3: Not the Fastest Chip, But Still Very Powerful

Tensor G3 was supposed to be more powerful than what it currently is. Early leaks suggested that it would have higher peak frequencies for the CPU cores. However, Google made a surprising change before release and lowered the frequencies.

The reason for this change is unclear. Some speculate that Google was concerned about battery life, while others believe that there may have been a hardware bug that prevented the higher frequencies from being used reliably.

Despite the lower frequencies, the Tensor G3 is still a very powerful chip. It offers significant performance improvements over the Tensor G2, especially in terms of AI processing. However, it’s worth noting that it doesn’t deliver the same level of raw performance as some of the other flagship chips on the market, such as the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3.

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The newly launched Google’s Pixel 8 Pro has just added another feather to its cap, securing the top spot in DxOMark‘s display rankings. While many have long praised Google’s Pixel series only for its software and camera capabilities, it’s high time we shift some of that focus towards the phone’s display.

The Pixel didn’t just do great; it excelled in multiple key areas

The Pixel 8 Pro didn’t just do well; it dominated in key areas like readability and color. With a score of 162 in readability, DxOMark confirms what most of us already suspected—the Pixel 8 Pro’s display is your best bet for legible text and vibrant images, even under direct sunlight. No more squinting your eyes or searching for shade to read an email or catch up on your favorite blogs.

DxOMark’s assessment also threw light on the phone’s touch and motion handling capabilities. The Pixel 8 Pro scored an impressive 160 in touch responsiveness, offering a smooth experience when scrolling through web pages or social feeds. But here’s the kicker—the phone showed some slight frame mismatches during gaming tests. If you’re a gamer, this might be something to keep in mind when choosing your next phone. The device’s performance was not completely without its weak spots. Its lowest score was in the ‘artifacts’ category, where it earned a respectable but not spectacular 121.

As remote work and digital entertainment become more ingrained in our daily lives, a phone’s display isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s essential. The Pixel 8 Pro proves that it’s more than capable of meeting these demands, making it not just a smart buy, but a smart tool for modern living.

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In a recent surprise event, Google introduced the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro alongside Android 14. The phone, boasting numerous new features, has managed to grab the attention of users. Undoubtedly, one of the most notable features is the simple yet functional eSIM transfer capability. Here are the details…

Pixel 8 Introduces Seamless eSIM Features with Android 14

If you’re not very familiar with this technology, eSIM is a digital SIM card embedded directly into a device. It functions the same way as a traditional SIM card. eSIMs are gaining traction in smartphones, tablets, and other mobile devices. They are also found in wearables like smartwatches and fitness trackers, as well as IoT devices such as cars and smart home systems. However, the novelty of this technology has brought some issues.

For instance, in my country, even though there is no cost to the operators, they still charge an unnecessary fee for every eSIM transaction. Considering that setting up a digital SIM simply requires scanning a QR code, this can be quite frustrating. However, Google addresses these opportunistic issues with two “outstanding” features in the Pixel series. The first of these is the eSIM transfer feature.

This feature lets you shift your eSIM profile from your previous phone directly to your new Pixel 8 without needing to get in touch with your service provider. It’s a significant convenience, eliminating unnecessary time and effort. Also, the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro introduced the feature of converting a physical SIM to an eSIM. This feature allows you to transform your physical SIM card into an eSIM profile.

It can be handy when traveling to a country that doesn’t support your carrier’s physical SIM or if you just want to minimize the number of cards you carry. However, it is important to note that not all carriers support eSIM transfer or physical SIM to eSIM conversion. You should check with your carrier to see if they support these features before you try to use them.

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The Google Pixel 8 series recently broke cover worldwide. As usual, the brand has launched two devices in the lineup called the Pixel 8 and the Pixel 8 Pro. A third device called the Pixel 8a will arrive in the coming months. That being said, Google has made the Pixel 8 series available for purchase in India.

Pixel 8 series pricing & specs

In India, the Google Pixel 8 series starts at Rs 75,999. The basic Pixel 8 comes in 8GB + 128GB and 8GB + 256GB versions, priced at Rs 75,999 and Rs 82,999, respectively. The Pixel 8 Pro is offered in a 12GB + 128GB variant for Rs 1,06,999. These devices are exclusively available on Flipkart.

Buyers can get a discount of Rs 8,000 when using ICICI, Axis Bank, or Kotak Bank Cards to purchase the Pixel 8. For the Pixel 8 Pro, the discount is Rs 9,000 with card transactions. Additionally, Pixel 8 series buyers can buy a Google Pixel Watch 2 for Rs 19,990 or a Google Pixel Buds Pro for Rs 8,990.

Pixel 8 & Pixel 8 Pro

The Google Pixel 8 Pro boasts a 6.7-inch LTPO OLED display with a high Quad HD+ resolution, offering 2400 nits of peak brightness. It’s powered by the Google Tensor G3 with Titan M2 chip and comes with 12GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. The phone’s cameras include a 50MP primary rear camera, a 48MP ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 48MP telephoto lens with 5x optical zoom. There’s also a 10.5MP dual PD selfie camera. The device has a 5050mAh battery with 30W fast charging, 23W Qi wireless charging, and Battery Share support. It features stereo speakers, spatial audio, and security options like an in-display fingerprint scanner and face unlock. The phone is IP68 dust and water-resistant and comes in Obsidian and Bay color options.

On the other hand, the Google Pixel 8 features a 6.2-inch OLED display with Full HD+ resolution, offering 2000 nits of peak brightness. It’s also powered by the Google Tensor G3 with Titan M2 chip but comes with 8GB of RAM and a choice of 128GB or 256GB of storage. The camera setup includes a 50MP primary rear camera and a 12MP ultra-wide-angle lens. The front camera is a 10.5MP dual PD selfie camera. The device is equipped with a 4575mAh battery with 27W fast charging, 15W Qi wireless charging, and Battery Share. It features stereo speakers, an in-display fingerprint scanner, and face unlock for security. The phone is also IP68 dust and water-resistant and is available in Obsidian, Hazel, and Rose color options.

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Google announced its Pixel 8 series smartphones with a number of new camera features. Notably, some of these features are reserved exclusively for the Pro model, including manual focus, shutter speed adjustments, and ISO controls – or so Google claims.

Interestingly, Kamila Wojciechowska, a well-known tipster shared that she was able to run the Pixel 8 Pro’s exclusive camera features on a Pixel 7 Pro by modding the Pixel 8’s Google Camera APK.

In fact, she made a series of posts on X (formerly Twitter) showcasing those camera features on her 7 Pro. She also mentioned that these features “fully work on any Tensor Pixel, from the 6 to the 7 Pro.” That means, even if you own a Pixel that’s a couple of years old, you can use these features effortlessly with a modded Google Camera Apk.

Some of the camera features that Wojciechowska was able to enable on the Pixel 7 Pro include manual focus with focus peaking, switching between lenses, and changing shutter speed and ISO. 

Focus peaking is Google’s new feature that uses highlighted lines to indicate what’s in focus before you take a photo. But according to Wojciechowska, unlike the Pixel 8 Pro, which lets you set the shutter speed as high as 16 seconds without Night Sight, her Pixel 7 Pro was only able to support shutter speeds of up to 8 seconds—although the camera UI shows 16 seconds. 

Likewise, you can also control both the shutter speed and ISO manually or choose to tweak one of them while the other option remains automatic.

Modding Google Camera is not a new trend in the Android community, as people often prefer Google’s camera app due to its software features and post-processing algorithm. So, it wouldn’t be surprising to see the Pixel 8 Pro’s exclusive camera features even on Samsung or Xiaomi phones in the future.

Anyway, Google is also adding some new camera features to both the Pixel 8 (Amazon)  and Pixel 8 Pro (Amazon), such as Zoom Enhance, improved Magic Eraser, Audio Magic Eraser, and Best Take. These features will be available on October 12.

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After debuting on the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro, the new Google Magnifier app is not available for old Pixels too. It is a utility app that magnifies the object or text from a distance. It can be quite handy while looking at airport signs, or peeking into a restaurant menu. The app is compatible with Pixel 5 and newer phones and tablets.

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Google introduced the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro with all-new hardware and some great software features that harness the AI capability to offer an overall immersive experience. Among several new features, the magnifier app also uses AI to capture detailed zoom photos and offers to copy the text or listen to it. The users can zoom in on the desired text, photo, or sign using the shutter key. It even allows one to control the flashlight intensity if you’re looking for something in a low-light environment.

There are different zoom levels for comfortable reading, and the app doesn’t populate the storage by saving images. But, there’s an option to store it or share it. To ease the operation, the app features a “Reset Zoom” button at the bottom and even offers color filters for live previewing the image. Furthermore, the users can access more settings by hitting the settings toggle on the bottom left side icon. The settings overlay offers the ability to Invert, Grayscale, Yellow on black, Blue on yellow, White on blue, and Red on black.

There’s also an option to adjust the Contrast and Brightness of the image. Google Magnifier app does have Google Lens support that lets to analyze the image, copy text from it, or convert text-to-speech.

Use Google Magnifier with Google Pixel’s Quick Tap Gesture

For user convenience, Google suggests assigning a gesture to the Google Magnifier App. It can be done by following the steps below.

1. Head over to the phone’s Settings app.
2. Now go to System > Gestures > Quick Tap.
3. Enable Quick Tap gesture and then Choose Open App > Tap Settings > Select Magnifier App.
4. Now, Double tapping the phone back will open the Magnifier app.

It is available via the Google Play store.

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After the Pixel 8 series launch at the unexpected event, here are the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro stock wallpapers that you download and enjoy on your respective phones. There are distinct wallpapers present on both smartphones matching their respective color tones. Pixel 8 features Penny Rose, Grey, and Obsidian Black background collections, and the Pixel 8 pro buckles Bay, Porcelain, and Obsidian color collections.

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Pixel 8 Generative AI Wallpaper Feature

Interestingly, Google added a new Generative AI Wallpaper tool that automatically generates new wallpapers on the basis of the description provided or topics you’ve selected. It is a great tool to populate the home screen with something that’s going on in your mind. There are tons of choices that can create a fresh wallpaper every time.

The stock wallpapers on the Pixel 8 are available in the 2957 x 3291 pixels resolution. The users can preview these wallpapers below, before heading to the download section.

Note: The wallpapers below are just for representational purposes. The actual quality wallpapers can be downloaded via the respective links below.

Preview Pixel 8 Pro Wallpapers

Preview Pixel 8 Wallpapers

Download Pixel 8 Series Wallpapers

Here’s a link to download the elegant yet amazing Pixel 8 wallpaper.

• Google Drive link to Download Pixel 8 Wallpapers

In case the link is not working, then do let us know via the comments below.

Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro Specifications

Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro comes with the Tensor G3 SoC which is based on 3nm architecture and couples Titan M2 Security chip. Further, Pixel 8 houses a 6.17-inch OLED sporting a 60-120Hz refresh rate and supports up to 2000 nits brightness. Meanwhile, the Pixel 8 Pro ships with a 6.17-inch LTPO OLED display with 3120 x 1440 pixels resolution and a 1-120Hz adaptive refresh rate. Both smartphones are protected with Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 and bundle IP68 waterproof rating.

Pixel 8 Pro houses a 5050 mAh battery with 30W fast charging and Pixel 8 houses a 4485 mAh battery with 24W wired fast charging support. Pixel 8 is available in Hazel, Rose, and Obsidian colors and the Pro variant is available in Sky Blue, Porcelain, and Obsidian Black.

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After months of leaks and rumors, Google has finally made the Pixel 8 Pro official. The handset was unveiled earlier today during the Made by Google event alongside the Pixel 8 and Pixel Watch 2. The new Pixel brings several improvements, with the latest Tensor G3 chip being the major one. Google has also packed a thermometer on the back of the phone. The cameras also see a slight improvement and so does the display. Here’s everything you need to know about the Pixel 8 Pro.

Design and Display

Google has made several design changes to the Pixel 8 Pro. The new Pixel adopts a more rounded design and ditches the sharp corners of last year’s Pixel 7 family. The camera sensor design is also new on the 8 Pro, with cameras fitted behind one glass piece instead of two.

Pixel 8 Pro measures 162.6 x 76.5 x 8.7mm and weighs 213 grams. It is built around a flat 6.7-inch LTPO OLED display offering a 3120×1440 pixel resolution, and a 1-120Hz adaptive refresh rate. It brings up to 2,400 nits maximum brightness and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection. The flagship gets an IP68 waterproof rating.

Everything Else

In other respects, the Pixel 8 Pro boasts the new Tensor G3 chipset under the hood. The new 4nm processor is coupled with 12GB of RAM, up to 1TB storage in the US, and 512GB elsewhere. The battery on the device has been bumped up to 5,050mAh. However, you only get 30W wired and 23W wireless charging support.

Google has pushed the envelope in terms of software updates this time, promising five major OS releases and seven years of security patches on the Pixel 8 Pro. The handset also brings all the latest connectivity options including WiFi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, and NFC. You also have a Titan M2 chip onboard for security, paired with a VPN by Google One at no extra cost.

Cameras also see improvements on the Pixel 8 Pro, with the phone now featuring a 50MP primary shooter, a 48MP ultrawide lens with upgraded autofocus, and a 48MP telephoto with 5x optical zoom. For selfies, there’s a 10.5MP camera on the rear.

Pricing and Availability

The Pixel 8 Pro starts in the US for $999 (Amazon) and Rs. 93,999 in India. The device will be available for pre-booking starting today, with a free Pixel Watch 2 on pre-order. It will be offered in Sky Blue, Porcelain, and Obsidian Black color options.

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Unlike the last few months, the smartphone launches in October are expected to be minimal. Only a trio of brands have officially scheduled events.

At the same time, only a handful of companies are rumored to debut new phones. These products range from budget to premium, such as foldables.

The most anticipated launch will be by Google. The search giant will be unveiling its next-gen flagship Pixel handsets.

Further, OnePlus is anticipated to take wraps off its first-ever foldable. Also, Huawei is expected to continue its smartphone launch spree.

With that out of the way, let’s have a look at all the phones that are either scheduled or rumored to be released in the forthcoming days.

Upcoming Smartphones in October 2023

Vivo V29 Series

The Vivo V29 series is set to launch in India on October 4. There will be two devices, namely Vivo V29 and Vivo V29 Pro.

The duo will be equipped with an autofocus-enabled 50MP selfie camera. They will also arrive with an Aura Light (ring LED flash) for the rear cameras.

The Pro variant will feature a 50MP Sony IMX766 primary sensor with OIS and a 12MP Sony IMX663 sensor paired with a 2x telephoto lens. It will draw energy from a 4,600mAh battery and carry support for 80W fast charging.

Samsung Galaxy S23 FE

The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE will be also unveiled on October 4. The successor of Galaxy S21 FE will be announced for multiple markets.

It will come with either  Exynos 2200 SoC or Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chip depending on the region. However, the rest of the specs will be the same across both variants.

The device will arrive with a 6.4-inch 120Hz AMOLED display, a 50MP (wide) + 12MP (3x telephoto) + 8MP (ultrawide) triple camera system, a 10MP selfie camera, IP68 rating, a 4,500mAh battery, and support for 25W wired as well as 15W wireless charging.

Google Pixel 8 Series

The Google Pixel 8 series is yet another smartphone lineup that is scheduled to launch on October 4. The series will consist of Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro.

Both the handsets will be powered by Tensor G3 chipset. They will be the first Android phones to be released with a promise of 7 years of software updates.

The Pro model will be the first Pixel to sport a 1-120Hz LTPO OLED display. It will be fitted with a 48MP 5x periscope camera and a 48MP ultrawide unit.

The Pixel 8 family is tipped to be $100 costlier than its predecessor. The vanilla and pro versions are said to retail at $699 and $999, respectively.

Huawei Nova 11 SE

The Huawei Nova 11 SE is expected to go official in the next few days. Though the company hasn’t hinted at anything officially, the product is listed on TENAA with entire specs and images.

The 4G-ony phone will be built around a 6.67-inch FHD+ 10-bit OLED display. An unnamed chip paired with 8GB RAM will be running it.

The device will arrive with a 108MP rear camera, a 16MP front-facing camera, and 66W charging support. It will boot HarmonyOS 4.0 and will be backed by a 4,400mAh (rated) battery.

OnePlus Open and Oppo Find N3

OnePlus has started teasing the launch of its first-ever foldable — OnePlus Open. This handset is expected to be sold as Oppo Find N3 in China.

As per leaks, the device will feature a boxy design. It will sport a 7.8-inch 120Hz 2K internal display and a 6.3-inch 120Hz cover screen. It will be equipped with a Hasselblad-tuned triple camera system featuring wide, ultrawide, and telephoto lenses.

The phone will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC. It will be backed by a 4,800mAh battery with support for 67W wired charging.

Oppo Find N3 Flip

The Oppo Find N3 Flip made its debut in China at the end of August as the brand’s second clamshell foldable smartphone. It is now being teased to launch in global markets.

The product could be released outside mainland China as early as this month. The device’s main highlight is its Hasselblad-tuned triple camera setup on the rear.

The Find N3 Flip is the only clamshell foldable to have a proper three-lens camera system featuring wide, ultra-wide, and telephoto lenses. Also, it is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 9200 chip.

Vivo Y200

The Vivo Y200 could launch in the next few days. All the key features of this handset have leaked recently.

The phone will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 SoC paired with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage. It will flaunt a 6.67-inch 120Hz AMOLED display with an in-screen fingerprint sensor.

The product will come with an OIS-assisted 64MP rear camera, a 16MP selfie camera, a 4,800mAh battery, and 44W charging support.

Tecno Spark 20 and Spark 20C

The Tecno Spark 20 series is rumored to go official either this month or next. Two devices are expected as of now.

The Spark 20 will be a higher variant equipped with a MediaTek Helio G85 chipset. It is tipped to come with a 6.78-inch HD+ display, a 50MP rear camera, a 5,000mAh battery, and 18W charging support.

On the other hand, the Spark 20C with a cheaper version powered by a MediaTek Helio P35 SoC.

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Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro are launching on October 4 and there’s literally nothing we don’t already know about the two phones. Earlier today even a full-fledged unboxing video of the Pro model emerged online. Ahead of the official release, the Pixel 8 Pro has now been spotted on Geekbench with the Tensor G3 chip and the benchmarking scores are not exactly impressive.

Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 posts better scores

Pixel 8 Pro was tested on Geekbench 6.2, posting a single-core score of 1,760, and a multi-core score of 4,442. These are not bad numbers in general, but if you take the competition into account, the scores are not very good either. For reference, the OnePlus 11 with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 gets 1707 points in single-core and 4892 points in the multi-core test of Geekbench 6.

However, the scores of Tensor G3 are much better than Tensor G2, hinting at a significant performance improvement. The G3 will be powering both the Pixel 8 and 8 Pro this year. The two phones will compete with Apple’s current lineup and the Galaxy S24 series launching early next year.

We know that the Pixel 8 Pro will get a 6.7-inch LTPO OLED display that offers QHD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. The device could come with up to 12 GB of RAM and up to 512 GB of storage. It is expected to get a triple camera setup on the rear with a 50MP primary sensor, a 64MP ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 48MP telephoto shooter. According to a recent leak, the Pixel 8 Pro will start at $999 in the US.

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The Google Pixel 8 series launch is just around the corner. But just ahead of the official announcement, a new leak has shared images of the flagship Pixel 8 Pro being unboxed, offering us a full look at the upcoming smartphone’s design.

Google Pixel 8 Pro Unboxing

The Search Engine giant’s Pixel 8 Pro was spotted in a new report, which carries a series of images of the device getting unboxed. These images showcase the smartphone running with the factory setting during a last quality check and clean. For those unaware, this process is the last step ahead of a smartphone being packaged. The images were shared on Facebook (Via ShishierShelke1).

Looking at the images, the Google Pixel 8 Pro can be in the Obsidian Black color option as well as the Porcelain variant. Unfortunately, the pictures aren’t the best quality but it does reveal the complete design elements of the new smartphone like its matte rear panel. We can also see the USB Type-C cable in the packaging box along with the charger, and Google’s Quick Switch Adapter.

The Pixel 8 Pro is set to launch on 4th October 2023 for 899 US Dollars. It is expected to feature the Google Tensor G3 SoC and a tall 6.7-inch 120Hz LTPO 2K+ OLED display. The device will likely be powered by a large 5,050mAh battery pack that supports 30W wired fast charging and 23W wireless fast charging. You can check out our complete rumor roundup by clicking on this link here.

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Google is getting ready to release the Pixel 8 series of smartphones worldwide on October 4th. Just like in the past, a lot of information about these phones, such as how they look, what they can do, and how much they’ll cost, has already come out through leaks. In a different report, we talked a lot about the Google Pixel 8, and in this one, we’ve put together all the details we have to give you a clear idea of what the Pixel 8 Pro will be like.

Design and display

Kicking things off with the design, the Pixel 8 Pro will see modest changes over the Pixel 7 Pro, retaining the camera visor, and the overall look. The visor will feature a larger cutout for the tripel back cameras, and a thermometer will be tucked away at the right corner.

We don’t expect the build materials to change, meaning that it will likely be the same aluminum and glass build, with a matte finish and slightly more curvy edges.

Up-front, the device will likely feature a flat 6.7-inch LTPO OLED display offering a 3120×1440 pixel resolution, 1-120Hz adaptive refresh rate, and up to 2,400 nits maximum brightness. It is protected with the Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2. The phone will come with an IP68 waterproof rating, measuring 162.6 x 76.5 x 8.7mm and weighing 213 grams.

Specs

Under the hood, the Pixel 8 Pro will come with a new Tensor G3 SoC, which is rumored to be based on Samsung’s Exynos 2300 SoC. Manufactured on Samsung’s cutting-edge 3nm node, the chip is said to run a lot cooler than its predecessor, thanks to FO-WLP (Fan-out wafer-level packaging) packaging. That being said, the smartphone will not be breaking any benchmark records since the leaked Geekbench 5 score has revealed a single-core performance of 1186 points and a multicore performance of 3809 points.

The Pixel 8 Pro will have 12GB of RAM, and storage options of up to 1TB in the US and up to 512GB elsewhere. It will come with a 5,050mAh battery that supports fast charging at 30W and Qi-wireless charging at 23W. It will support WiFi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, and NFC for connectivity, and will have a Titan M2 chip onboard for security. The phone will launch with Android 14 and receive five major OS updates along with seven years of security updates.

Camera

Just like other specs, we have info on the Pixel 8 Pro’s cameras. It’s said to have a 50 MP Samsung GN2 wide camera with an f/1.68 aperture and 82° field of view. There’s also a 48 MP Sony IMX787 ultrawide camera with autofocus and a wide 125.5° field of view. Additionally, the phone will have a 48 MP Samsung GM5 telephoto camera with f/2.8 aperture and 5x optical zoom. It can zoom digitally up to 30x. Both the wide and telephoto cameras come with optical and electronic image stabilization.

For selfies, the Pixel 8 Pro features a 10.5 MP selfie camera with f/2.2 aperture. It offers auto-focus and a wide 95° ultrawide field of view. The phone will offer a boatload of camera features including Pro controls, high-resolution image capture, Ultra HDR, Magic Editor, Best Take, Macro Focus, Magic Eraser, Photo Unblur, Motion Mode, Real Tone, Face Unblur, Panorama, Manual white balancing, Locked Folder, Night Sight, Astrophotography, Top Shot, Portrait mode, Portrait Light, Super Res Zoom, Motion auto-focus, Frequent Faces, Dual exposure controls, and Live HDR.

Among these features, a noteworthy one is “Best Take.” This feature enables users to alter the facial expressions of subjects in a photo, choosing the most appealing expression from a burst of pictures.

On the video front, the rear camera will support 4K video recording at 24 FPS, 30 FPS, and 60 FPS, as well as 1080p video recording at the same frame rates. It features Dual exposure on the wide camera. The front camera also supports 4K video recording at 24 FPS, 30 FPS, and 60 FPS. Additional video features include Audio Magic Eraser, Video Boost, Night Sight Video, Macro Focus Video, 10-bit HDR video, Cinematic Blur, Cinematic Pan, Slow-motion video support up to 240 FPS, 4K timelapse with stabilization, Astrophotography timelapse, Optical image stabilization, Fused video stabilization, 4K Cinematic Pan video stabilization, 4K locked video stabilization, 1080p active video stabilization, and digital zoom up to 20x. Supported video formats include HEVC (H.265) and AVC (H.264).

The standout feature on the video front will likely be the Audio Magic Eraser which helps get rid of unwanted noises in recorded videos using AI. Stereo recording, speech enhancement, wind noise reduction, and audio zoom features are also highly anticipated.

Pricing, colors & offers

In the UK & EU, the Pixel 8 Pro will retail for £999/€1099. As for the US pricing, reports suggest that the smartphone will start at $899, which is the same as last year. However, to make this deal sweeter, Google will be throwing in a Pixel Watch 2 if you pre-order the smartphone. Google will be launching three color options for its Pixel 8 Pro: Obsidian (Black), Porcelain (White), and Bay (Blue).

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September has almost come to an end with a plethora of smartphone launches. However, new phone releases will continue to happen next month as well.

Three brands are expected to debut new handsets as early as the first week of October. Two of them have officially scheduled events, while one of them is rumored.

The companies that have planned events are Vivo and Google. The former will unveil upper mid-range smartphones and the latter will take wraps off its next-gen flagships. On the other hand, the rumored brand is Samsung, which will announce a flagship killer.

Let’s have a look at these devices one by one.

Upcoming Smartphones Next Week

Vivo V29 Series

The Vivo V29 series is set to go official on October 4 in India. It will be announced in a live stream scheduled for 12 PM IST.

The brand will unveil two devices, namely Vivo V29 and Vivo V29 Pro. Both phones will be equipped with a 50MP selfie camera with autofocus and a ring LED flash (Aura Light) on the rear.

The Pro model will come with an OIS-assisted 50MP Sony IMX766 primary sensor and a 12MP Sony IMX663 with a 2x telephoto lens for portraits. It will be backed by a 4,600mAh battery with support for 80W wired charging.

Google Pixel 8 Series

The Google Pixel 8 series will be officially presented on October 4. It will be made official at an event in New York, which will start at 10 AM ET and will be live-streamed on YouTube.

The lineup will include two models, such as Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro. The duo will be powered by Tensor G3 chip and will receive software updates for 7 years.

The Pro variant will offer better cameras like a 48MP ultrawide unit and a 48MP 5x periscope zoom unit. It will also sport an LTPO OLED display (1-120HZ refresh rate).

The Pixel 8 is tipped to cost $699, while the Pixel 8 Pro will retail at $999. These prices make them $100 costlier than their predecessors.

Samsung Galaxy S23 FE

Samsung is tipped to unveil the Galaxy S23 FE on October 4. This handset will act as the successor of Galaxy S21 FE and the third Galaxy S FE model to date.

The device will be powered by Exynos 2200 and Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipsets depending on the markets it will be sold in. Its front will be fitted with a 6.4-inch 120Hz AMOLED display with noticeable bezels all around.

The phone will arrive with a 50MP (wide) + 12MP (3x telephoto) + 8MP (ultrawide) triple camera setup and a 10MP selfie camera. It will draw energy from a 4,500mAh battery with support for 25W wired charging and 15W wireless charging,

Finally, the product is expected to start from $599 in the US.

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Recent leaks about the Google Pixel 8 Pro are stirring up discussions, not just about the device’s specs but about Google’s design choices. Specifically, the leaked images from a Vietnamese Facebook Leaks page hint at a matte black finish for the upcoming model. This detail, though seemingly small, could signal a broader shift in smartphone design, especially for Google’s Pixel series.

Google seems to be listening to their customers for the next Pixel, it seems.

Google seems to be listening to its fans, who have been eager to see matte finishes on Pixel phones. With the Pixel Fold already featuring this finish, there’s a fair chance that this could become a mainstay for future Pixel devices. But what does this shift mean for the industry as a whole?

The trend toward matte finishes could be indicative of a consumer-driven push for utility and comfort. A matte back is generally easier to grip than its glossy counterpart, reducing the risk of accidental drops. It also minimizes fingerprint marks, offering a cleaner, more premium look.

The leaked photos also raise questions about exclusivity. Google’s leaked renders have shown other color variants like Sky Blue and Peony Rose, but not in glossy finishes. Will matte black be an exclusive or a standard feature? If it’s exclusive, Google could be targeting a particular audience that values subtlety and practicality over flashy aesthetics.

However, the leak also suggests caution. The images show a not-so-perfectly aligned bezel, casting doubts on the leak’s authenticity. So, it’s better to hold off on any conclusions until Google makes an official announcement.

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Only a few days are left for the official launch of the Pixel 8 Series on October 4. Along with the Pixel 8 launch, we expect a new Pixel Watch 2, New Nest Devices, Android 14 stable build, and a few other announcements. A few days before the official launch, a massive leak detailing all the specifications surfaced via 91mobiles. It also revealed Google’s plan to offer up to 7 Years of OS upgrades and Security Patches starting with the Pixel 8 series.

Must See: Pixel 8, 8 Pro, and Pixel Watch 2 leak confirms UK pricing

Quashing the previous leaks about the updated policy, the users would expect the Pixel 8 series to get updates up to Android 21. It looks exciting as a few years ago, the Android update cycle for a device was limited to a maximum of 2-3 years. The latest chipset advancements and Android’s OS-level improvements have enabled manufacturers to offer up to 7 years of updates.

Pixel 8 and 8 Pro Specs as per leak

As per the new leak, the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro will come with Google Tensor G3 coupled with Titan M2 security chip. The Pixel 8 will feature a 6.2-inch Full HD+ OLED, offering 60-120Hz refresh rate and 2000 nits of maximum brightness. It will be protected with the Corning Gorilla Glass Victus. The smartphone will further support 8GB LPDDR5X RAM and 128/256GB UFS 3.1 storage support. It will bundle a 4,575 mAh battery with support for up to 27W fast charging and Qi-certified wireless charging up to 18W. As revealed earlier and confirmed once again, the Pixel 8 will come with a dual-rear camera sensor consisting of a 50MP octa PD wide lens coupled with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) and Electronic Image Stabilisation (EIS), and a 12MP ultrawide sensor.

Meanwhile, the Pro model will ship with a 6.7-inch LTPO OLED display offering a 1-120Hz adaptive refresh rate, and up to 2000 nits maximum brightness. It is protected with the Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2. In camera, the smartphone houses a 50MP Octa PD wide camera, a 48MP primary lens with 5x Optical Zoom, and a 48MP ultra-wide unit . Both the wide and ultrawide sensors support OIS and EIS. The smartphone appears to launch with up to 8GB LPDDR5X RAM up to 1TB UFS 3.1 storage for the US, and up to 512GB UFS 3.1 storage for the Rest of the World.

Both smartphones will bundle the same 10.5MP selfie camera. In connectivity, there will be WiFi 7, Bluetooth v5.3, and NFC support for both smartphones.

The specifications fall in line with the previous leaks and promotional material, but still, we suggest taking it with a grain of salt in the ocean.

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As the launch of new Pixel devices is nearing, the frequency of leaks has increased too. Following the US pricing leak a few hours ago, the UK pricing is here for the Pixel 8, 8 Pro, and Pixel Watch 2. Famous tipster Roland Quandt posted the pricing details on X.com (formerly Twitter.com).

Must See: Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro price leaks via Official Promo Material

The Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro will retail for £699 and £999, respectively. The pricing is slightly on the higher side if we compare it with the Pixel 7 which debuted for £599 and Pixel 7 Pro which arrived with £849 price tag. Further, there’s a $100 price difference between the US and the UK retailing rates of the new Pixel 8 Series.

Pixel Watch 2 is said to retail for £349 in the UK, and it is £10 more than the maiden Pixel Watch price. Along with a similar price, the new Pixel Watch 2 will likely come in the same three case colors as the Pixel Watch which are Black, Silver, and Gold.

However, the pricing has not yet been officially confirmed by Google. So, take these as a salt of grain in the ocean.

Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro, and Pixel Watch features (Expected)

Following some previous leaks, a recent promotional video has made almost every feature and specification of the new Pixel 8 Series public. The Pixel 8 will feature a dual-rear camera featuring a 50MP primary wide-angle lens and a 12MP ultra-wide angle lens. Meanwhile, the Pixel 8 Pro will pack an additional 48MP telephoto lens offering 5x optical zoom. Both smartphones will house the same 10.5MP selfie camera.

The Tensor G3 will surely enhance the performance and efficiency of both smartphones. Apart from the new hardware features, the Search giant is adding plenty of new software-based features to the new Pixel 8 series.

The smartphone is slated for launch at an event on October 4.

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Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro launch is around the corner, and, massive leaks have started unfolding. Following the trend from the past few years, this time too Google remained unsuccessful in keeping the secrets of the new Pixel 8 series. Apart from the leaks from external sources and materials, there are an increasing number of leaks being sourced from internal sources. In such a leak, we have got to know the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro prices along with some specifications and features information.

Must See: Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro to get price increase in the US

A user on X.com (formerly Twitter) – @Za_Raczke posted official promo material for the upcoming Pixel 8 series where it compares with the previous generation smartphone lineup. As per the promotional poster, the Pixel 8 with 8GB RAM is priced at $699, while the Pixel 8 Pro coupling 12GB RAM is set at $899.

Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro Specifications and Features (Expected)

The document further confirms the Presence of Google Tensor G3, and the presence of improved security features like VPN by Google One, FaceUnlock, and Fingerprint Unlock support. There will be several other software-based features that will enhance the photography experience like Magic Eraser, Photo Unlur, Face Unblur, Night Light, Real Tone, and much more.

Further, the poster unveils a dual-rear camera module for Pixel 8 which comprises a 50MP primary sensor and a 12MP ultrawide lens. The Pixel 8 Pro sits with a 50MP primary sensor, a 48MP ultrawide camera with Macro Focus, and a 48MP telephoto lens with 5x optical zoom. Both smartphones house the same 10.8MP front camera.

The Pixel 8 will support a 60-120Hz refresh rate, meanwhile, the Pro edition will come with a 1-120Hz adaptive refresh rate.

Surprisingly, the pricing for the new Pixel 8 lineup is quite similar to the Pixel 7 series. However, the pricing above is only for the base storage variants, the Pixel 8 Pro will have a more expensive price tag for its other large storage models.

The new Tensor G3 chip is set to unleash new potential with its new cores and a new GPU. Meanwhile, the bigger batteries equipped with fast charging will surely come in handy in real life.

All the rumors and the leaks will fade away with the official launch which is scheduled for October 4. The phones will start retailing on October 12.

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Google is set to launch the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro on October 4. Leaks about the devices have been circulating for months, and a recently leaked promo video has also revealed some new camera features. Now, a new report suggests that the prices of both devices will increase in the US market.

According to a report by 9to5Google, the Pixel 8 will start at $699, while the Pixel 8 Pro will start at $999. This represents a $100 increase across the board, compared to the starting prices of the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro. Previously, a report suggested that Google is also expected to increase the price of Pixel 8 series devices in Europe.

The price increase comes after Google also increased the price of the Pixel 7a by $50 compared to the Pixel 6a. However, in the case of the Pixel 7a, the price increase was justified by a number of significant hardware upgrades, such as a new camera sensor, a 90Hz display, and wireless charging.

It is not yet clear what hardware upgrades the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro will offer. However, leaks suggest that the main camera sensor on both devices may not be changing. Other rumored upgrades include auto-focus on the selfie camera and the Pixel 8’s ultrawide sensor, as well as a new and improved Tensor G3 chip.

It is also worth noting that the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro will still offer 128GB storage in the base model. In contrast, many other flagships, such as the Samsung Galaxy S23 and iPhone 15 Pro Max, now start at 256GB.

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The Pixel 8 series is set for its grand debut on October 4, and while we already have the specs for the upcoming Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro, a fresh leak has uncovered some intriguing exclusive features that will accompany these new phones.

Pixel 8 series leaked features

A recent report by 91mobiles, with the help of Kamila Wojciechowska, leaked a promotional video from Google. One of the cool things it showed was the ability to change people’s facial expressions in photos using Google’s on-device AI technology. It can also erase objects from pictures using the new Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro phones. For videos, there’s a new feature called “video boost” that makes videos look smoother. And Google’s Night Sight, which makes low-light photos look good, can now be used for videos too.

Additionally, you’ll now have advanced video controls that are similar to what you find on professional DSLR cameras. These controls pop up on the screen briefly and let you adjust things like shutter speed, ISO, and focus, giving you more control over your videos.

These phones also come with a clever feature called “Audio Eraser.” It can identify and remove annoying background noises like city traffic from your videos, making them sound much better.

Pixel 8 series camera specs

The tipster has also leaked rear camera specifications for the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro. As per the report, the Pixel 8 boasts a 50MP Octa PD wide camera with a pixel width of 1.2 μm, an f/1.68 aperture, an 82-degree field of view, and a substantial 1/1.31″ image sensor size. It also introduces Super Res Zoom, delivering up to 8x zoom capability.

For the ultrawide camera, the Pixel 8 features a 12MP lens with auto-focus, offering a pixel width of 1.25 μm, an f/2.2 aperture, and an expansive 125.8-degree field of view, along with lens correction.

Meanwhile, the Pixel 8 Pro takes it up a notch with a 48MP Quad PD ultrawide camera that incorporates autofocus. This camera boasts an impressive pixel width of 0.8 μm, an f/1.95 aperture, and a wide 125.5-degree field of view, complemented by lens correction for enhanced image quality.

The Pixel 8 Pro doesn’t stop there; it also features a 48MP Quad PD telephoto camera with a pixel width of 0.7 μm, an f/2.8 aperture, and a 21.8-degree field of view. This telephoto lens offers 5x optical zoom and an astonishing Super Res Zoom capability of up to 30x, ensuring you can capture distant subjects in remarkable detail.

Turning to the front-facing cameras, both the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro feature a 10.5 MP Dual PD selfie camera. This camera comes with a 1.22 μm pixel width, an f/2.2 aperture, fixed focus, and a 95-degree field of view. However, the Pixel 8 Pro adds an extra touch with auto-focus for sharper and more precise selfies.

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