Google Previews Pixel 8 and Watch 2 Ahead of Upcoming Hardware Event
Google reveals design details and specs for its upcoming Pixel 8 and Pixel Watch 2 ahead of an October 4 hardware showcase. The new smartphones feature brighter screens and a potential $100 price increase.
Google prepares to unveil its latest consumer hardware on October 4, joining Apple, Amazon, and Microsoft in a busy fall season. True to its usual style, Google embraces the leaks by officially revealing pictures and specifications for the Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro, and Pixel Watch 2 directly on the Google Store ahead of the event.
The Pixel 8 and 8 Pro feature slightly rounded corners and a redesigned camera bar on the Pro model, while both phones boast significantly brighter displays that reach up to 2,400 nits. Rumors suggest the devices include a built-in thermometer, the new Tensor G3 processor, and an impressive seven years of software support.
These hardware upgrades come with a higher price tag, as both models reportedly receive a $100 increase to start at $699 and $999 respectively. The Pixel Watch 2 maintains its existing design but promises new health and safety features, with the smartwatch expected to start at $349 alongside immediate preorders on launch day.