Google Pixel 8 Pro Emphasizes AI Features With Higher Price Tag
Google's Pixel 8 Pro focuses on AI-powered tools and smart upgrades over its predecessor. The flagship Android phone carries a starting price of $999, marking a significant increase from the previous generation.
Google unveils the Pixel 8 Pro as an evolution of its flagship smartphone line, focusing heavily on artificial intelligence and smart features. The device uses a new AI-centric chip to power intelligent tools like smart photo editing and web page summarization, aiming to compete as one of the best Android phones on the market.
The tech giant officially reveals the Pixel 8 Pro at an October launch event, with pre-orders opening immediately and general availability following on October 12. Pricing starts at $999 in the US, £999 in the UK, and AU$1,699 in Australia, which represents a notable $100 jump over the starting price of the previous Pixel 7 Pro.
Buyers choose from several storage configurations, including 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB options across multiple markets. A massive 1TB storage tier is available exclusively in the United States, though Google restricts both the 512GB and 1TB models to the Obsidian color option at launch.