Nilanjan
Good news for tech crazies! Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro are expected to be launched today. It is going to be a global launch event where specifications and prices will be revealed. However, much more about these upcoming launches have already been in public domain.
Pixel Watch 2 will be announced at the event. It is highly expected that Google will also announce the launch of stable Android 14 OS. In this article, we will talk about our expectations as well as details of the Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro.
The global event can be watched online
Made by Google event can be watched via the YouTube live-stream. Google Pixel 8 Series and the Pixel Watch 2 are to be unpacked at the event scheduled at 7.30 PM IST.
What to expect from Made by Google Event?
The big news has already been announced. We all know two models are to be unveiled at the event. Let us talk about our expectations of the specifications, prices and other details.
The base price of the Pixel 8 could be about Rs. 58, 097 (USD 699) and the Pixel 8 Pro could start at about Rs. 74, 720 (USD 899). In India, Pixel 8 lineup can be purchased from Flipkart. Both will go on pre-orders soon after their launch.
| MODELS | PIXEL 8 | PIXEL 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 camera | 10.5MP | 10.5MP |
| Rear cameras | 50MP+12MP (ultrawide) | 50+48MP (ultrawide)+48MP telephoto zoom up to 30x |
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Google Tensor G3 |
| Software | Android 14 | Android 14 |
| Memory | 8GB LPDDR5X RAM, 128GB/256GB UFS 3.1 storage | 12GB LPDDR5X RAM, 512GB UFS 3.1 storage |
| Battery | 4,575mAh battery, 27W fast charging, 18W wireless charging | 5,050mAh battery, 30W fast charging, 23W wireless charging |
| Connectivity | 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC | 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC |
| Others | In-display fingerprint scanner, Face recognition, IP68 dust and water resistance | In-display fingerprint scanner, Face recognition, and IP68 dust and water resistance |
| Colours | Obsidian, Hazel and Rose | Obsidian, Porcelain and Bay |
Google Pixel Watch 2: How Much We Have Known So Far
That the Pixel Watch 2 is to debut in India is itself big news.
If it comes to look, there are similarities with its precursor. However, some exciting new features have also been added. These include Fitbit’s stress management system, Fitbit’s multi-path heart rate sensor, ‘Emergency Sharing’ of your real-time location with important persons on your contact list, automatic workout-tracking and medical information with health services.
The product would flaunt polished colour combo with 100 percent aluminium build-up. The available colour combination would be Matte Black/Obsidian, Polished Silver/Porcelain, Champagne Gold/Hazel and Silver/Bay.
New Active Sport and Metal Slim will also be available for your pick.
Android 14 Stable Release
Canadian carrier Telus claims that Google will also launch the stable version of Android 14 at the event, adding that phones going back to Pixel 4a will have the update.
Among other possibilities, there is a slim chance of Google unveiling new colours like Porcelain and Sky Blue of Pixel Buds.
