Google Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro launching today: time, expected price, specs, how to watch online

Highlights
  • Pixel 8 series brings Google AI and the Titan M2 security chip.
  • Pixel 8 series and Pixel Watch 2 will be coming to India.
  • Pixel 8 series pre-order in India starts tomorrow, October 5th.

Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro series prices and specifications will be revealed today during the global launch event, although much about the phones has been revealed already. The Pixel Watch 2 will also be announced and we expect to see Google announce the release of the stable Android 14 OS. So, here’s a rundown of everything we expect to see at the Google Pixel 8 event along with its live-stream video link and other details.

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Google Pixel 8 launch event time, how to watch online

The Google Pixel 8 series and the Pixel Watch 2 will be launching at the Made by Google event today, i.e., October 4th at 7:30 PM IST.

You can watch the Google Pixel 8 launch via the YouTube live-stream video below:

Made by Google event: what to expect?

Google Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro expected price, availability details

The Pixel 8 could start at USD 699 (roughly around Rs 58,097) and the Pixel 8 Pro could begin at USD 899 (roughly around Rs 74,720). The new Pixels will go on pre-orders from today itself. In India, the Pixel 8 lineup will be available on Flipkart.

Pixel-8-series pre-order on Flipkart

Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro specifications (expected)

ModelsPixel 8Pixel 8 Pro
Display

6.2-inch FHD+ OLED display with 60Hz-120Hz refresh rate

6.7-inch LTPO OLED display with 1Hz-120Hz refresh rate.
Front camera10.5MP10.5MP
Rear cameras50MP+12MP (ultrawide)50+48MP (ultrawide)+48MP telephoto zoom up to 30x
ProcessorGoogle Tensor G3Google Tensor G3
SoftwareAndroid 14Android 14
Memory

8GB LPDDR5X RAM, 128GB/256GB UFS 3.1 storage

12GB LPDDR5X RAM, 512GB UFS 3.1 storage
Battery4,575mAh battery, 27W fast charging, 18W wireless charging5,050mAh battery, 30W fast charging, 23W wireless charging
Connectivity5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC
OthersIn-display fingerprint scanner, Face recognition, IP68 dust and water resistanceIn-display fingerprint scanner, Face recognition, and IP68 dust and water resistance
ColoursObsidian, Hazel and Rose Obsidian, Porcelain and Bay

Google Pixel Watch 2: Everything we know so far

The big news is that the Pixel Watch 2 will be making its way to India.

It looks very similar to its precursor but brings new features like Fitbit’s multi-path heart rate sensor, Fitbit’s stress management system, automatic workout-tracking, ‘Emergency Sharing’ of your real-time location with your important contacts, and Medical Info with health services.

It would be made out of 100 percent aluminium with colour combinations like Polished Silver/Bay, Matte Black/Obsidian, Champagne Gold/Hazel and Polished Silver/Porcelain. You could also buy its new Metal Slim and Active Sport bands.

Android 14 stable release

As per the Canadian carrier Telus, Google is going to announce the stable version of Android 14 and apparently, phones going all the way back to the Pixel 4a will get this update.

Among other things, there is a slight chance that Google would unveil new colours of Pixel Buds like Sky Blue and Porcelain.

Key Specs

Google Pixel 8
Google Tensor G3 | 8 GBProcessor
6.2 inches (15.75 cm) Display
50 MP + 12 MPRear camera
10.5 MPSelfie camera
4575 mAh Battery
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Google Pixel 8 Price
Rs. 75,999
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Review Summary

Expert Rating
8.0/10

Design
★  
8.0
/10
Display
★  
8.0
/10
Software
★  
9.0
/10
Camera
★  
8.0
/10
Performance
★  
7.5
/10
Battery
★  
8.0
/10

Pros

  • Impressive cameras, AI tools
  • Good design
  • Respectable battery life
  • Amazing software support

Cons

  • Slow charging speeds
  • Performance could have been better
  • Pricey
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