Google Pixel 8/8 Pro & Pixel Watch 2

AndyCr15 · 3 Sep 2023 at 07:03

I guess they were designing the device during the height of covid, when it might have been slightly useful?

I'm still on the Pixel 6. This could be the first time I've kept a device through an upgrade cycle. Even now, I'm not sure I will bother with a Pixel 8? The 6 serves me just fine...

FlyingFish · 3 Sep 2023 at 08:38

Having owned Samsung's latest flagship, and the one before that, and that etc.. I'm quietly looking forward to the 8Pro. Just to see how good it's cameras are. And if it really is coming with a flat screen, then that would be excellent.

I was surprised at how a hacked GCam app running on the S23U could out perform Samsung's own S23U camera app, even if the app was a bit clunky to use it still managed better pictures than Samsung's own.

david25 · 3 Sep 2023 at 13:50

Hello Apple!

Pixel 8 128GB €874 with 23% VAT
Pixel 8 256GB to €949

The Pixel 8 Pro 128Gb is rumored to launch at €1,235
The Pixel 8 Pro 256Gb 128Gb €1,309
The Pixel 8 Pro 512Gb 1,461

Google Pixel 8 and 8 Pro European prices leak along with storage and color options

The duo is rumored to bring a new Night Sight video mode. A new report on the Pixel 8 family just came in, revealing the European storage options along...

www.gsmarena.com

If these prices are true, then I'll add the Sony Xperia 5 V into my comparison (which seems to have a very good camera setup)

LiE · 3 Sep 2023 at 13:53

What's that in GBP? Can't see them going much higher than Pixel 7 prices tbh.

david25 · 3 Sep 2023 at 14:05

Euros I think

nlel1975 · 3 Sep 2023 at 14:25

LiE said:
What's that in GBP? Can't see them going much higher than Pixel 7 prices tbh.

EUR to GBP exchange rate is 0.8578 so €874 is £749.72

kona786 · 3 Sep 2023 at 15:22

david25 said:
Hello Apple!

Pixel 8 128GB €874 with 23% VAT
Pixel 8 256GB to €949

The Pixel 8 Pro 128Gb is rumored to launch at €1,235
The Pixel 8 Pro 256Gb 128Gb €1,309
The Pixel 8 Pro 512Gb 1,461

Google Pixel 8 and 8 Pro European prices leak along with storage and color options

The duo is rumored to bring a new Night Sight video mode. A new report on the Pixel 8 family just came in, revealing the European storage options along...

www.gsmarena.com

If these prices are true, then I'll add the Sony Xperia 5 V into my comparison (which seems to have a very good camera setup)

Seems steep.

I'm guessing 8pro will be £999 for the 128GB, £1100 256.... and 1300 for 512.

Simps · 3 Sep 2023 at 15:45

That price will put a spanner in the works if true. Looks like the Pixel 6 will last a bit longer

Begbie · 3 Sep 2023 at 15:54

Yeah taking those prices with a pinch of salt, the s23 ultra will be cheaper and I can't see it being better than that?

LiE · 3 Sep 2023 at 16:04

Maybe if they throw in a free pixel tablet those prices would be ok.

Tejstar · 3 Sep 2023 at 16:51

Looking forward to the Pixel 8 Pro - probably a day one purchase unless they hike the price too much. I've avoided the Pro line up until now due to the curved screen, let's hope the rumours of a flat screen are true!

kona786 · 3 Sep 2023 at 17:22

Begbie said:
Yeah taking those prices with a pinch of salt, the s23 ultra will be cheaper and I can't see it being better than that?

Pffft. Pixel is better regardless.

Begbie · 3 Sep 2023 at 17:24

kona786 said:
Pffft. Pixel is better regardless.

Is it though?

What would make it better? It'd need to be a lot better to be worth more

kona786 · 3 Sep 2023 at 17:28

Begbie said:
Is it though?

What would make it better? It'd need to be a lot better to be worth more

If the s23u were better I'd have it already. I even chose the 6 Pro and returned the S22U as I just can't get on with Samsung bloat and the way they do things. Pixel can processing is also my cup of tea over Samsung's.

Horses for courses. They're all pretty even now. Just comes down to what you prefer.

mid_gen · 4 Sep 2023 at 08:46

Definitely sticking with my 7a at those prices.....although satellite connectivity could swing an upgrade.

Now I've switched off 5g, my main gripe with the 7a has been fixed (battery life).

biron_w · 4 Sep 2023 at 09:16

kona786 said:
Seems steep.

I'm guessing 8pro will be £999 for the 128GB, £1100 256.... and 1300 for 512.

I'm very doubtful they'll be that expensive. A 200+ increase doesn't make sense. Google sell them cheap to get as many people into their ecosystem as they can.

kona786 · 4 Sep 2023 at 10:19

biron_w said:
I'm very doubtful they'll be that expensive. A 200+ increase doesn't make sense. Google sell them cheap to get as many people into their ecosystem as they can.

If you're right I won't be complaining.

bastic · 5 Sep 2023 at 13:17

my contracts is due in October so right on time...will be 8 or apple... most likely8...
wonder if it would be lighter from pixel 6..am not on s10+ and its so light and slim..not like pixel 6

LiE · 5 Sep 2023 at 13:21

As much as I think the Pixel 8 will be good, I'm still learning towards an iPhone 15 Pro based on the rumours.

bastic · 6 Sep 2023 at 09:13

LiE said:
As much as I think the Pixel 8 will be good, I'm still learning towards an iPhone 15 Pro based on the rumours.

i have to say that iphones are fast.
was attending TdF last year with some mates.
one had i14max pro and I had my pixel6. my pixel was struggling in heat - 40degrees - and taking photos at quick rate, switching camera on and off
apple was fast as lighning...
thats one of reasons for me to think of the swap the systems for next 2 years,