In this section, Marques Brownlee discusses the physical changes and software features of the new Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro. The phones have a rounded design with new color options, and the displays have thinner bezels and higher peak brightness. The smaller Pixel 8 also now has a 120Hz refresh rate.
The major physical change is the new Tensor G3 chip, which is paired with 8GB of RAM on the Pixel 8 and 12GB of RAM on the Pixel 8 Pro. The emphasis on the software is evident, as the Pixel phones are known for their clever software features.
For example, there is a new Google Assistant feature that can summarize webpages, faster and more accurate speech-to-text, and improved security features for face-unlocking and unlocking apps. The Pixel phones also offer a new call-screen voice feature that sounds more human-like and includes context-aware response options.
Marques Brownlee talks about the software magic of the Google Pixel 8 and 8 Pro. They mention the upgraded camera system, including the 50-megapixel main camera and the ultra-wide and telephoto lenses. They also highlight the new camera app layout, which separates photo and video modes for easier navigation.
The speaker then discusses the various software features added to the camera, such as the Magic Editor, which allows users to select and move subjects in photos, as well as the Best Take feature, which stitches together multiple photos to create a perfect group shot. They also mention the Audio Eraser feature for video editing and the new thermometer app that measures surface temperatures.
Marques Brownlee praises the improved haptics on the Pixel 8 Pro and mentions the upcoming Video Boost feature, which enhances video quality. Overall, the software features of the Pixel 8 and 8 Pro provide users with a range of creative tools and improvements.
Marques Brownlee discusses two interesting features of the Google Pixel 8/8 Pro. The first is Video Boost, a feature that improves the quality of videos by uploading them to the cloud for processing. The results are significantly better in terms of HDR, color grading, and overall appearance.
The second feature is the impressive software support provided by Google. Both the Pixel 8 and 8 Pro will receive OS security and feature-drop updates for seven years, which sets them apart from other smartphones.
Marques Brownlee also briefly mentions the Pixel Watch 2, highlighting its new quad-core processor, redesigned apps, and added features such as safety checks and skin temperature monitoring.
The watch will be priced similarly to last year’s model. Overall, these updates and features add value to the Pixel devices, despite a slight increase in price, and the YouTuber expresses excitement for reviewing and testing these devices.