Really love the 8. I came from the 6 and was planning on it keeping it for longer, but I couldn't resist the 7 year update cycle and smaller size. It really is nearly perfect for me. I plan on keeping it for that long. I got an insane deal through Virgin Mobile where I only have to pay $10/mo for 2 years. At the end I'll have only paid around $280 for this thing. I couldn't say no to that
@@scottritcey5166 $50CAD, so $60 after the phone payment and $67 after taxes. The same as I was paying before with BYOP because I paid off the 6. I got a brand new phone for $10/mo with no caveats 🤷
Pixel 7 user here, i love this phone and the camera but as someone in India where we use mobile data heavily and 5G is quite new, the heating and battery loss on mobile data is a big issue. Google needs to fix this soon as even my previous a52s 5g which was one of the initial batch of 5g phones was not this bad on 5g.
@@rahulr_01 the phone heats up a bit while using 5g but the battery is ok atleast for me. the idle drain is too much however even on wifi it was less on mobile data it might be some app using wifi in the background
@rahulr_01 tbh it's not that bad now, it easily lasts me a day with moderate usage under 5g. I upgraded from the poco f4 (sd870) and tbh the 5g experience seems to be much better. My old phone was riddled with issues such as calls dropping, loosing internet connectivity under 5g, unable to hear the caller, etc but nothing such on my pixel 8. Yeah it does sometime get slightly warmer when say I am browsing the map when outside, etc but once the phone adapted to my usage pattern, the battery life is fine.
@@jevonsims900 No I’ll just have it around incase something were to happen since I don’t like paying for insurance and to FaceTime certain people from time to time.
I switched from the Pixel 6 to the iPhone 15 Pro and I regret it so much. The iPhone gets hot, the software is not as smart and comfortable. Dynamic island is buggy with some apps like MS Authenticator. And the worst, since yesterday its stuck on an not recoverable bootloop not even with the DFU mode and the apple configurator. Also every Google app is better (chrome, search, maps, recoder, photos, copying text from everywhere without screenshots).
I switched from an iPhone 14 to the Pixel 8 and regretted it. Its a good phone but there are alot of issues with it still especially with how hot the phone gets while charging (wireless its insanely hot). The modem thats inside the phone is also not very good and it sucks at holding a connection. Just a couple of things I noitced. I ended reutning the Pixel and going back to the iPhone. Maybe in a couple years when Google figures their stuff out I'll try the Pixel once more.
Thanks for your informative review! More importantly, amazing t-shirt 💯 Still hesitant to upgrade though, just been using my p6a for only 1.5 years... All the features are highly enticing... Especially after trade in the 256gb p8 would only cost 390€... Anyways, your review brought again some good incite, thanks mate👌🏼
I recommend using 4G. Its as good if you are not doing downloads, then you can just switch to 5G for that period. I get about 7.5 hours SOT on 4G using casual apps, and that compares to 9 hours on wifi (Pixel 8 Pro). That compares well to rivals. As for heat, on 4G it is better, though not perfect, for example if you are also using the camera. I do not game on my phone so the Pixel is very usable for me especially as I live in the UK with a climate that will not push the Pixel's thermals. I recommend especially as pre-order deals made it a bargain after the trade-in.
This is probably my 2nd favorite phone ever. The size of the phone is just amazing. Not too big, not too small. Battery for me is fine obviously who wouldn't want a lot of juice to last you days but im not on my phone all the time. Pics are fire, video has improved alot since the pixel 6. I love my pixel 8.
@@dftfire Understandable, the video wasn't focused on if existing owners should get a new phone, but for potential buyers that do not have a Pixel 8 to see how its aged so far. Next time I will clarify that, I appreciate the insight!
@@dftfireI saw it more as just a long term review? This is actually useful for people looking to buy the phone now, especially as it's heavily discounted at the moment.
Coming from pixel 6, loving the P8. It fixed everything that annoyed me with the P6. The battery last me all day, the size is great, the screen is much brighter and the camera is amazing. Loving the AI features and the recently circle and search feature
I am enjoying the experience on this phone. I don't game and I use 4G LTE. I later discovered that it did not come with 120 Hz out of the box so I activated it, also activated auto brightness. So, I can comment on the battery (so good), network( no issues yet), display(so beautiful yet easy on the eyes, also it gets very bright), haptics(excellent) and audio(these are some of the best speakers I've heard). What I dont like is you buy a charger separately and skins on this device look bad after a very short time. Heating only 1st day, good past that.
Still using the Pixel 6. Don't feel the need for 7 and 8. Barely use all the software shenanigans to justify upgrading. Will probably use the 6 till its end.
If it works for you it works for you but I promise once you try any newer phone you'll realize you indeed are underpowered I just purchased the 8 but I do love the look of the six pro
I recently upgraded from the 6Pro to the 8Pro... It wasn't worth it. They are barely different. Better ultra wide camera and better speakers. That's it....
I really enjoy my Pixel 8! Before I got it, I was a vivid Samsung user, but since the "Material You" UI I've been following the Pixel line-up. To the phone itself: it's great, but still has some issues that I wasn't familiar with. E.g. connectivity issues, whicht strangely only started to occur, once I turned my SIM into an eSIM. Since then it came to my attention that sometimes I don't have a 5G connection and had to re-connect. Also, the back glass is not that durable; I already broke that twice in the last few months. However, I really enjoy my time with the phone, as it is the most beautiful phone on the market imo. Additionally, I think more customization options are not per sé necessary as you already have more than enough options to make it feel like it's truly your phone. Also, the size is perfect for me, because I have smaller hands. What I wish to be better, is the night time mode of the camera, as under really low light the image noise is a little bit disappointing; other than that, the camera's amazing.
your daughter has taste... im glad she loves it because other's would go for something else which is almost overpriced while pixels do the same thing mostly better and for cheaper.
@@Pay4bb Battery? No issues. 5G is not reliable and I believe its carrier network issue. I had 5G issues with previous phones. On the Pixel 8 it sometimes doesn't connect when on 5G in certain areas. Maybe post paid customers don't have this issue.
Great so far, just two major concerns: 1) impossible to use without a cover, just too slippery, and with that the size is a little too big. Why they keep making phones like this?? Bring back the 4a style 2) I'm disappointed that despite the almost premium price (at day one at least) I won't get Gemini Nano.
@@MyBoyGohan Well, it is. Not a huge phone, but it's not a compact either, as the cover adds quite a bit of thickness. It's slightly bulkier and thicker than a regular iPhone. Not a deal-breaker, but I'd prefer something slighty slimmer.
It was a screen response nightmare for me. Way to often it just wouldn't recognize touch. I got an refurbished Iphone 13 for a while after getting fed up with it, which I used till the S24 came out. I got an S24+ on launch, which I love.
UNFORTUNATELY, Google hardware has consistently been lacking and they simply try to entice buyers with software gimmicks. There ARE better choices out there for the money.
I swear this phone has been on sale longer than it's been full price since it's release. I'm not complaining tho cuz that made it dirt cheap to upgrade after trade in, probably the best value phone out there with the plus of 7 years of updates. I see no reason for me to upgrade for at least 4 or 5 years minimum if the phone holds up.
My current Motorola phone shattered the other day so I've been looking at what kind of deals were available with my carrier (Verizon) and expecting to get a more budget or low-midrange phone since that's what I've done for years. I'm not big on mobile gaming or anything, mostly just web browsing and UA-cam besides calls and texts so I've never needed a flagship or "plus" type of model. I found out that by upgrading my service plan to the next step up above mine (only 6 USD more on the bill per month for what's actually a significantly better plan than I had that I would have wanted anyway) I could get the Pixel 8 at no cost whatsoever other than the extra $6 for the new plan, I was kind of amazed because I was able to get a mainline model phone for less than I would have had to pay for a Pixel 7a or a Galaxy A54 5G (the other two options I mainly considered). I know the Pixel 8 isn't perfect but coming from a $300 budget phone it'll be a massive improvement, so that deal was crazy good.
Overall this has been a great phone but it does have a lot of bugs. Software features randomly don't work. Apps crash almost daily. And many advertised features don't work outside of USA. I'm in Australia and Call Screen only works in manual mode and then only after restarting the phone app several times. Thermometer for human use only works in US. We STILL have no Gemini Assistant (despite google stating it is available here). It's a shame only USA gets the full Pixel experience. I would not have purchased if I knew the phone did not come with all advertised features.
you think you seriously able to escape the shit move from google? wait for base 9 and enjoy, google might do the same shit move again killing pixel 9 within 6 months, claiming "hardware limitation"
Great Review😉 The thing I am still not sure about is does it do a better job than the 7A as far as camera is concerned ? Asking because thinking of getting one of them soon
So far I've been loving it, the cons it might have haven't really affected me, I haven't missed the Pro exlcusive features and to be honest I don't care (yet) about Gemini Nano. So for me, The Pixel 8 has been holding up absolutely fine.
It's an incredible phone. Once you use the AI features, you won't be able to go back. It's smooth, has amazing cameras, a beautiful screen, new features all the time, and feels fantastic in the hand. The battery isn't the best, but it's not bad. That is about the only downside I see that it has. Read consumer reviews and see how owners enjoy it. Avoid Reddit threads for any tech advice as Reddit is nothing more than a pissing match.
@OhPhuckYou hardware limitations after 5 months and no Gemini Nano. No circle to search festure for the $1800 Pixel Fold. Google is a scam artist company.
Very nice video. I myself have the hazel Pixel 8 256GB and I enjoy it. Overall its fast for my needs, love the color and design of this phone. Yes its a little thicc but thats OKAY, tbh it gives it more of a feeling like I have something valuable something with substance.
People who never used a pixel wouldn't know what it actually feels like. Yes it seems low on power compared to other devices. But there's something about pixels which just make using the phone a much better experience compared to other android devices.
agree. a hardware that get outdated (claimed by google themselve) not even 6 months. See how pixel 8 get killed, literally no gemini due to "hardware limitation", what the heck with a latest series that is not even 6 months.
I've had my (standard) Pixel 8 since October and have thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of the device, mainly because everything I want and need in a smartphone is what the Pixel phones offer! That being said, and I don't know if you're aware of this because you neglected to touch upon it in your review here, but there's a pretty big controversy surrounding the Pixel 8 which the Google deciding to omit the device from this new Gemini Nano (due to 'hardware 'limitations', which seems like a bogus reason in my opinion)! It is in the Pixel 8 Pro and (I believe) in the Samsung S24 Ultra, both devices utilizing the exact hardware. This has infuriated tons of Google Pixel 8 users, seeing as the AI features are a main selling point with Google phones! It doesn't bode well for the long term usability! All of us Pixel 8 owners are hoping that Google reverses that decision and gives the Pixel 8 devices that much needed Gemini Nano.
It's been only 5 months since it came out and he's asking is it still worth it ? !!!!! Bro I am using a 4a that came out 4 years ago and I am loving it
@najeebzafar241 No Gemini Nano and Google put a feature wall around the 8 pro to deny Gemini Nano to the regular 8. Thr funny thing is they said it was because of hardware limitations, but the Gemini Nanon is still 100× worse than the regular Google assistant with less features. Beware.
Personally I found the Google strategy really frustrating from a pixel 8 owner. The gemini nano update is a selling point and it's frustrating knowing a less capable s24 can afford it. Where's all the AI feature? Lost. On the other hand the festure drop raise the life quality pf this phone, for sure
The s24 honestly isn't less capable. The Tensor chip is already being shown to be way weaker for tasks. They need the cloud for almost all AI tasks, and i can turn off sending data to the cloud and use every feature except the internet page summary. The Snapdragon chips are just that more powerful. The benchmarks matter, because now theyre saying the Pixel Fold and Pixel 8 have hardware limitations and cant receive certain AI feature. Either Google is lying and trying to recover costs on the 8 Pro, or they genuinely cant promise quality updates for 7 years. Either way, it's not a good look.
Does it's support HiRes Wireless ? I'm used to used Pixel 7 & sound quality coming from my Sony WH1000XM4 was horrible Compare to my Redmi phone that's support HiRes Wireless it's was so much difference
Ready to change it from the 1st day I owned it. Bluetooth connection issues in the car since day 1. 4 updates and issue still not fixed. Really want to like this phone but I need Bluetooth handsfree in my car. Back to Samsung I guess
I dont recommend the Pixel 8, had it since launch. Battery and thermals absolutely sucks, makes the phone feel slower than a midrange phone and thats even with 5G deactivated! And all that for a flagship price. My battery last half a day with moderate use, Im dependant on charging at work even though I left my house in the morning with 100%, stuck at home for 1 hour waiting to get a charge to be able to go out etc. Phone is always hot, annyoing in warm weather and makes my hands sweat... Imagine paying for a flagship phone with flagship internals and marketed as such, but recieving a Samsung A14 in terms pf performance, and a toy drone in terms of battery. Boycott all pixels until Google decides to actually release a decent phone, these issues has been going on since Pixel 6 until now. They simply dont care because they can buy reviewers opinions in the end and wont compensate consumers once the phone os sold. My S23, one year older phone felt 3 generations ahead of this crap.
I wanted to buy the pixel 8 since it's release but the reviews for this phone is a mixed bag for sure. It seems like some of them work great while others are buggy and prone to issues. I'm coming from an I phone SE second gen > I'm used to Apple and I'm an old guy ( 54 ) > So for me to learn Android on this phone may take some time. I just bit the bullet and ordered a brand new I phone 13 from Apple for $629.00 > Total crap I know but I did. I can get the Pixel 8 right now on Amazon for $499.00 > But then again with the hit or miss problems with the Pixel 8 I would rather buy it from a local store in case I have to return it. I think I'm going to stick with the Apple after your comment here. I'm going to be doing some world travel here very soon and I just want a phone that works > I do not want to be travelling and trying to learn how to operate shit on the Pixel. I will leave Apple one day but not as of yet. And no I'm not an Apple fanboy as some might think it is just what I'm used to. Really wanted to get the Pixel but I think not.
@@yoot74 from the bottom of my heart, and I never tried Apple and I likely never will, do not go for any pixel 6, 7 or 8. They all have issues with the processor draining battery, heating up and slowing it down. All the positive comments comes from people who either are sponsored, fanboys of the brand or havent had a decent phone before with a battery life that lasts a day. Stick to your apples until Google decides to solve their shiet. Especially now that you are forced to tick a box agreeing to give up your international buyers rights when ordering a pixel phone through Google directly. And try to guess why the new model is heavily discounted without any contract 😂 Thats a shady business model really, if you are interested in a good Android phone, check out the Samsung S23 or S24, otherwise stick your reliable apples sir 😉
@@yoot74 my comment didnt upload? Either way I was saying to stay away from any pixel 6, 7 or 8. Boils down to processor problem (overheating, draining battery and 5G connectivity issues). 1. Heavily discounted price on a new model? Thats your sign to stay away sir. 2. Ordering pixel 8 from Googles website forces you to tick a box agreeing to give up your international buyers rights in case the device is faulty from factory. Dont listen to what people think about the phone, the 2 points mentioned above should tell you all you need to know. I dont trust this reviewer or any other reviewer that tells you this phone is great but uses another phone as their daily driver. The pixel 8 is barely usable and I just have it for a specific purpose that's not possible with any other phones. Paid reviewer really; otherwise why would he make a video of a phone that has been out for half a year already, got no big market & that google tries to sell off their inventory so hard. There is really no other incentive
And I totally agree. The Pixel has had alot of bad Ju JU until the last few weeks or so and then > WALLA !!!! It goes on sale almost everywhere for $499.00 to $549.00 for the Pixel 8> @@RIOLOGY
I bought my first Pixel device last year (Pixel 7) after many years of Samsung and Oppo. At first I was plenty happy even though battery life, heat, cellular and wifi reception were not as good. I still liked the Pixel OS experience and constant updates/features. However, over the last couple of months a bug has been introduced with Gboard and Android Auto (the KB becomes tiny) and it has completely disrupted my workflow as a delivery driver!!! No updates from Google and barely even an acknowledgement. Then, in the March updated Google decided to remove battery health information that tracks cycle counts and says it will only be coming to Pixel 8a and later. Gemini Nano is set to only work on P8P and higher (AI is one of the main reasons I went Pixel for Tensor). The whole experience is really starting to leave a sour taste in my mouth and I doubt my next phone will be another Pixel at this rate.
Im still using my Puxel 6 Pro. The only issues in my usage are mobile and wifi connectivity and a decrease in battery life which i believe haven't been resolved with the Pixel 8.
i used to own a pixel 7 that broke, the way it broke was so heartbreaking and traumatising... luckily, i got the pixel 8 but my father was asking me if i really wanted to try something new like the iphone or get pixel 8. i was very sceptical. its now 1 month and 2 days since i got p8. looking at reviews, it looks like ive made a very good decision. (some people r still bashing me for not getting ip15pm and getting p8 instead... most parents dont even buy their kids ip15pm so...) i was supposed to get a p8p but unfortunately, pixels arent sold in my country so it took me and my father a while to find outside buyers that resell the phone here... atleast i got p8, better than nothing.
Yeah…. The thermal issues honestly should be a dealbreaker and the main takeaway here. I’ve had past Pixels die on me while using Google Maps for driving directions. Also, my Pixel 5a’s motherboard failure made my phone a brick just after the warranty ended, which was a common issue. Never again buying a Pixel until they sort this stuff out.
I upgraded to a Pixel 8 from a Moto G60S about a month ago. It's been ok, the Pixel's camera is much better but nothing really stands out as wow in my day-to-day use. I'm not liking the reduction in screen size 6.2"vs6.7", and the screen is nice but the colours and brightness of the screen were better on the G60S. Plus the battery, G60S lasted longer and charged faster. I really only got it because the Moto G60S peaked at Android 12, and the offer I took means I'll only be paying about £290 for the Pixel 8 which seemed a bargain.
Can we please bring some attention to the scrolling issue on the Pixel 8 series? Twitter, the discover feed and so many other apps drop frames while scrolling and this isn't acceptable for flagship phones. This has plagued the phones since launch
Coming from iPhones, I'm enjoying the premium feel. I got black with a Spigen Ultra Hybrid case, Spigen camera lens protector and a Zagg screen protector. Feels great in the hand for swipe typing and app shuffling. I haven't bothered setting up the Face ID because I enjoy the fingerprint sensor so much. I will say my biggest gripe so far has been the call experience. There are way too many times that the person on the other end of the line struggles to make out what I am saying. I think I'm going to get more use out of this Pixel 8, and then get a Fold when the time is right. I do miss my iPhone, but now that I'm fully all in with Googles ecosystem and don't rely on iOS anymore, it's an afterthought.
My only complaint is the front glass has scratched easy for me. Other wise I love it! I got mine at Best Buy with a trade in of my iphone12. I got the pixel 8 and the pixel buds for 120 bucks lol. Killer deal.
27W charging or mediocre fingerprint reader just shows how Google decided to cut corners while producing this phone. Not to mention in-house Tensor chip that's not on par with the best silicone out there. Vanilla Android and great user experience aside, price is definitely not justified. Especially not in today's market with so many great devices and bang for buck options As Charles Barkley would say "Highway robbery"
THANK YOU. I was wondering why this phone was so insanely slippery. I just switched over from a Samsung S21 to the base Pixel 8. Honestly, not a fan. The lack of customization options for the phone are infuriating. Why can't I change where the back button is? Why can't I group my apps into folders on the App screen? I can't customize the app widget looks. Really missing these features from the S21 but I eventually decided to switch over due to Samsung's rapidly declining battery performance plus their honestly, shitty camera. Hoping I will learn to love the Pixel phones.
I am really looking into upgrading from a still living pixel 4 (yeah you read that correctly) to the 8 series. The only thing im skeptical about is the fingerprint sensor since i usually have sweaty palms. Also i am spoiled by the pixel 4 face unlock. So is the optical sensor really that bad with wet hands? Someone with a pixel 8 pls help a brother out..dont make me go to the iphone because of this pls :')
I know I'm 3 months late but I have sweaty hands and I find the finger print scanner to be useable but it's not as reliable as I'd like. Sometimes you have to reposition your thumb but it's rare that it just doesn't work at all. I still don't understand why we moved away from putting a scanner on the back of the phone though, that's still my prefered location. I don't use the face unlock since I don't trust it just being a camera.
I have been using the Pixel 8 for two weeks. And he annoys me a lot. Constantly glitches and heats up. No matter if I use wifi or mobile network. In everyday conditions, without games and a camera. I changed the screen frequency from 120 to 60hz and the situation became a little better, but not much. Currently, my four-year-old low-budget xiaomi is showing better performance than pixel :( Has anyone had this problem? How did you deal with it?
Such a great and frankly underemphasised point you made about the optical fingerprint sensor in the pixel being inferior to the ultrasonic one in the Samsung Galaxy. Honestly, for me, it's the final thing that needs to change for me to make the switch. Who else agrees?
Sadly I don't think it can change, as far as I understand the ultrasonic fingerprint scanner is patented by Samsung and probably can't be used by other manufacturers
i don't have so much struggle with the optical sensor so far. But maybe it's because so much better than the touchID on my business IPhone SE. I don't see a big need on a more expensive fingerprint scanner.
i love this phone most from a big company and also the OS stock, but i feel its hard to switch i'm an iPhone user since iPhone 3GS. what should i expect?
I am responding here so I can find this easily later, I just ordered a Pixel 8 that should arrive in 3-5 days and then a few days after that (so I can get a feel for the phone and what it's like to set it up and use it) I'll come back and report my findings.
Honestly as a long time android user who is currently on iPhone, android and iOS have never been more similar. You'll have to adapt some muscle memory but they do most of the same stuff in very similar ways. The only things you'll miss out on are proprietary things like airdrop, facetime, imessage, etc. Unless you rely on those it shouldn't be that hard to switch.
My only actual complaint i have with the phone is the google assistant. I dont have hands free in my car and have to ask google to change or skip songs and i have to repeat myself multiple times probably more than not.
I've had the pixel 6 and 7. Both fingerprint readers were absolute garbage for me, which is why I upgraded from the 6 to the 7. While better its still only working about 75% of the time, but especially in low light conditions. This was such an irritant to me that I gave up the 7 for a Galaxy s23, which is much better. Still can't touch the iphone for face unlock reliability though. And this is what google needs to get too.
It's crazy that the Pixel 8 and 8 Pro both have the same exact chip, but only the pro model gets the full Gemini Nano experience. It is literally paywalled in the worst way possible.
I thought about Trading in my Google Pixel 8 for the Google Pixel 8 Pro but I'm not worried about the so called better AI Features. The Google Pixel 8 does everything I need it to do and then some. It's also even better if you Root it.
Great video, as always. Appreciate that you always follow-up with these long-term reviews. Why do you think the Pixel 8 won’t get Gemini Nano though? Isn’t Google setting a bad precedent by skipping the Pixel 8 this early in its lifespan? Is it just a matter of the device having less RAM? Have a nice weekend.
Worth mentioning that the S24 anti-reflect feature is really a screen protector thing instead. Can you get this feature on other phones with anti-reflect protector? yes Is there still anti-reflect on S24 with non anti-reflect screen protector? no That makes it a somewhat useless feature since it only benefits users without screen protectors.
pixel 8 for 3 months now.........:( the one thiing i like is shape/size..... it lags dayly, unlocks directly to weather apps sometimes . freezes at times in webpages/apps/camera, whit screen frozen for 5-10 seconds... no way to take only jpeg without AI, on AI, or AI+jpeg, so i have to delete one, .. i only use 4G, and it gets hot to the touch(35-40celcius, checked with an app), after 15-20minutes of use.....i am thinking of taking my oneplus 11 back to use...SOOOO much snappier, and no issues
Really love the 8. I came from the 6 and was planning on it keeping it for longer, but I couldn't resist the 7 year update cycle and smaller size. It really is nearly perfect for me. I plan on keeping it for that long. I got an insane deal through Virgin Mobile where I only have to pay $10/mo for 2 years. At the end I'll have only paid around $280 for this thing. I couldn't say no to that
But how much is the plan?
@@scottritcey5166 $50CAD, so $60 after the phone payment and $67 after taxes. The same as I was paying before with BYOP because I paid off the 6. I got a brand new phone for $10/mo with no caveats 🤷
Still have storage room by year 7?
@@beerman204 Do you get a new phone every time you fill it up? We have solutions for storage now
Gemini Nano
Pixel 7 user here, i love this phone and the camera but as someone in India where we use mobile data heavily and 5G is quite new, the heating and battery loss on mobile data is a big issue. Google needs to fix this soon as even my previous a52s 5g which was one of the initial batch of 5g phones was not this bad on 5g.
It's the modem on Tensor G2 :/
How's it now on the Pixel 8?
@@rahulr_01 the phone heats up a bit while using 5g but the battery is ok atleast for me. the idle drain is too much however even on wifi it was less on mobile data it might be some app using wifi in the background
@rahulr_01 tbh it's not that bad now, it easily lasts me a day with moderate usage under 5g. I upgraded from the poco f4 (sd870) and tbh the 5g experience seems to be much better. My old phone was riddled with issues such as calls dropping, loosing internet connectivity under 5g, unable to hear the caller, etc but nothing such on my pixel 8. Yeah it does sometime get slightly warmer when say I am browsing the map when outside, etc but once the phone adapted to my usage pattern, the battery life is fine.
Just bought one for my son, his first phone. Loves it so far.
I remember my first phone. Nokia 3310. Loved it too. Still love it to this day. Still works also.
Teach him how to love his stuff that especially given by someone who's special to him.
My first phone was a Galaxy A03S, and for a $50 phone, it was fine, then I upgraded to a Google Pixel 6a that I got for $200 and it is so much better.
I just paid 650 for a pixel 8 with a year’s unlimited data plan on mint 😅 switched from an iPhone 12 but keeping as back up. lets see how this goes
Ouh let us know how Mint’s coverage is
You don't think the Pixel 8 is reliable enough to sell your iPhone? Guess Google can't be trusted🤷♂️
@@jevonsims900 No I’ll just have it around incase something were to happen since I don’t like paying for insurance and to FaceTime certain people from time to time.
I switched from the Pixel 6 to the iPhone 15 Pro and I regret it so much. The iPhone gets hot, the software is not as smart and comfortable. Dynamic island is buggy with some apps like MS Authenticator. And the worst, since yesterday its stuck on an not recoverable bootloop not even with the DFU mode and the apple configurator. Also every Google app is better (chrome, search, maps, recoder, photos, copying text from everywhere without screenshots).
I switched from an iPhone 14 to the Pixel 8 and regretted it. Its a good phone but there are alot of issues with it still especially with how hot the phone gets while charging (wireless its insanely hot). The modem thats inside the phone is also not very good and it sucks at holding a connection. Just a couple of things I noitced. I ended reutning the Pixel and going back to the iPhone. Maybe in a couple years when Google figures their stuff out I'll try the Pixel once more.
I really hope i catch a good deal in June when I'm in the US, because i really want this one
The pixel 8 has been discounted by 200 dollars since the new pixel line is coming in about a week.
Thanks for your informative review! More importantly, amazing t-shirt 💯
Still hesitant to upgrade though, just been using my p6a for only 1.5 years... All the features are highly enticing... Especially after trade in the 256gb p8 would only cost 390€...
Anyways, your review brought again some good incite, thanks mate👌🏼
im still using my pixel 7 pro xD cant bring myself to replace it as it's working just as well as it did since launch!
Same here. And battery life had gone up during these past 15 months 😊
@@andredegelder7383yes..updates have improved the smoothness
Still? It came 2022 out, it's basically a new phone
My wife loves her 7pro. Battery has gotten better. Ive the Pixel 8 and I mess around with her 7 Pro sometimes..I like it too. 😊
@@ForestFilter you can tell who upgrades their phone like every year
I recommend using 4G. Its as good if you are not doing downloads, then you can just switch to 5G for that period. I get about 7.5 hours SOT on 4G using casual apps, and that compares to 9 hours on wifi (Pixel 8 Pro). That compares well to rivals. As for heat, on 4G it is better, though not perfect, for example if you are also using the camera.
I do not game on my phone so the Pixel is very usable for me especially as I live in the UK with a climate that will not push the Pixel's thermals. I recommend especially as pre-order deals made it a bargain after the trade-in.
Bro give me some tips for heating issue i buy this phone
When i take photo heating issue Very painfull 😢
I enjoy my Google Pixel 8 Pro very much. It's a nice phone.
This is probably my 2nd favorite phone ever. The size of the phone is just amazing. Not too big, not too small. Battery for me is fine obviously who wouldn't want a lot of juice to last you days but im not on my phone all the time. Pics are fire, video has improved alot since the pixel 6. I love my pixel 8.
Out of curiosity: What is your number 1 favourite phone?
@@celestinonatalewhat's your average SOT using mobile data?
@@celestinonatale I'm curious too
@@romkkaa5-6 hours. Usually closer to 5.
Thanks for watching yall! What should we talk about next? =)
Pixel 8 vs iPhone 15
Maybe your views about Pixel 8 not getting Gemini Nano due to "hardware limitations"?
i second this. @hemajith223
Pixel 8a... considering new 'a' series phones are getting bigger in size... Do we expect pixel 8a be smaller in size and packed with features...!!
@@allareddypraneeth8056dimensionally it will be similar to Pixel 8 cuz Pixel 8 is dimensionally similar to 6a and 7a.
Sometimes, I wonder if most youtube tech reviewers are just out of touch
What makes you say that?
@@dftfire Understandable, the video wasn't focused on if existing owners should get a new phone, but for potential buyers that do not have a Pixel 8 to see how its aged so far. Next time I will clarify that, I appreciate the insight!
@@dftfireI saw it more as just a long term review? This is actually useful for people looking to buy the phone now, especially as it's heavily discounted at the moment.
@@dftfireYea it’s nice to know how new tech is holding up after 6 months of use. Isn’t that the point of reviews.
Yeah, most of them are out of touch
Coming from pixel 6, loving the P8. It fixed everything that annoyed me with the P6. The battery last me all day, the size is great, the screen is much brighter and the camera is amazing. Loving the AI features and the recently circle and search feature
I've been using this one for 6 months. Even though there are some drawbacks, it is still the best device for 550 bucks.
I am enjoying the experience on this phone. I don't game and I use 4G LTE. I later discovered that it did not come with 120 Hz out of the box so I activated it, also activated auto brightness. So, I can comment on the battery (so good), network( no issues yet), display(so beautiful yet easy on the eyes, also it gets very bright), haptics(excellent) and audio(these are some of the best speakers I've heard). What I dont like is you buy a charger separately and skins on this device look bad after a very short time. Heating only 1st day, good past that.
Still using the Pixel 6.
Don't feel the need for 7 and 8.
Barely use all the software shenanigans to justify upgrading.
Will probably use the 6 till its end.
Please do, e waste from constant yearly upgrades is an issue
If it works for you it works for you but I promise once you try any newer phone you'll realize you indeed are underpowered
I just purchased the 8 but I do love the look of the six pro
I recently upgraded from the 6Pro to the 8Pro... It wasn't worth it. They are barely different. Better ultra wide camera and better speakers. That's it....
I got 8 because my 6 screen broke... I love that it is even more compact with same battery
I really enjoy my Pixel 8! Before I got it, I was a vivid Samsung user, but since the "Material You" UI I've been following the Pixel line-up. To the phone itself: it's great, but still has some issues that I wasn't familiar with. E.g. connectivity issues, whicht strangely only started to occur, once I turned my SIM into an eSIM. Since then it came to my attention that sometimes I don't have a 5G connection and had to re-connect. Also, the back glass is not that durable; I already broke that twice in the last few months. However, I really enjoy my time with the phone, as it is the most beautiful phone on the market imo. Additionally, I think more customization options are not per sé necessary as you already have more than enough options to make it feel like it's truly your phone. Also, the size is perfect for me, because I have smaller hands. What I wish to be better, is the night time mode of the camera, as under really low light the image noise is a little bit disappointing; other than that, the camera's amazing.
Just got my daughter a P8. She loves it.👍
your daughter has taste... im glad she loves it because other's would go for something else which is almost overpriced while pixels do the same thing mostly better and for cheaper.
I love my Pixel 8. It's been the best phone I've ever had!
Well I'm a bit reluctant to make such a claim but its getting close. I'm equally impressed.
Do you have battery issues and 5g enabled?
@@Pay4bb Battery? No issues. 5G is not reliable and I believe its carrier network issue. I had 5G issues with previous phones. On the Pixel 8 it sometimes doesn't connect when on 5G in certain areas. Maybe post paid customers don't have this issue.
@@Pay4bb I have 5G enabled and nope no issues.
how is the battery while using mobile data though as well as idle battery usage?
Thanks! Where did you buy that skin/case? Please!
I just bought one right now, 5 months prior to releasing the Pixel 9 series. Will still upgrade when it comes out!
Great so far, just two major concerns:
1) impossible to use without a cover, just too slippery, and with that the size is a little too big. Why they keep making phones like this?? Bring back the 4a style
2) I'm disappointed that despite the almost premium price (at day one at least) I won't get Gemini Nano.
it's smaller than the 3a at least, which was my previous phone
Good news, you'll get nano for the base pixel yoo
How is that big???
@@MyBoyGohan Well, it is. Not a huge phone, but it's not a compact either, as the cover adds quite a bit of thickness. It's slightly bulkier and thicker than a regular iPhone. Not a deal-breaker, but I'd prefer something slighty slimmer.
What case is that? The brown leather one
it's a tan leather dBrand skin
It was a screen response nightmare for me. Way to often it just wouldn't recognize touch. I got an refurbished Iphone 13 for a while after getting fed up with it, which I used till the S24 came out. I got an S24+ on launch, which I love.
UNFORTUNATELY, Google hardware has consistently been lacking and they simply try to entice buyers with software gimmicks. There ARE better choices out there for the money.
Yes you have no idea, my Pixel 3a is sooo lacking after all these years 😂
like? could you drop a few alternatives? im currently saving up money to buy the 8 pro
My 6a has lasted longer than any phone I've had or the rest of my family, so in my experience the hardware is superior to any of the other brands
@@basayyyy pixel 9 at this point
@@marturomano Yass, couldn't agree more 😅😅. My older 3a still even beat iPhone 11 in photo quality.
I swear this phone has been on sale longer than it's been full price since it's release. I'm not complaining tho cuz that made it dirt cheap to upgrade after trade in, probably the best value phone out there with the plus of 7 years of updates. I see no reason for me to upgrade for at least 4 or 5 years minimum if the phone holds up.
My current Motorola phone shattered the other day so I've been looking at what kind of deals were available with my carrier (Verizon) and expecting to get a more budget or low-midrange phone since that's what I've done for years. I'm not big on mobile gaming or anything, mostly just web browsing and UA-cam besides calls and texts so I've never needed a flagship or "plus" type of model. I found out that by upgrading my service plan to the next step up above mine (only 6 USD more on the bill per month for what's actually a significantly better plan than I had that I would have wanted anyway) I could get the Pixel 8 at no cost whatsoever other than the extra $6 for the new plan, I was kind of amazed because I was able to get a mainline model phone for less than I would have had to pay for a Pixel 7a or a Galaxy A54 5G (the other two options I mainly considered). I know the Pixel 8 isn't perfect but coming from a $300 budget phone it'll be a massive improvement, so that deal was crazy good.
I've used it for almost a year now and I can say that it's very good, barring a few software bugs and a smaller battery than I would've expected.
Overall this has been a great phone but it does have a lot of bugs. Software features randomly don't work. Apps crash almost daily. And many advertised features don't work outside of USA. I'm in Australia and Call Screen only works in manual mode and then only after restarting the phone app several times. Thermometer for human use only works in US. We STILL have no Gemini Assistant (despite google stating it is available here). It's a shame only USA gets the full Pixel experience. I would not have purchased if I knew the phone did not come with all advertised features.
Exactly why I'm staying away from this phone and thank you. I need a phone that just works >>>
Hearing the news about the Gemini, I think it's better to wait for the 8A or the base 9 if I'm to purchase a Pixel (which I'm gonna do :)
What the news?
No Gemini in most countries outside the US
you think you seriously able to escape the shit move from google? wait for base 9 and enjoy, google might do the same shit move again killing pixel 9 within 6 months, claiming "hardware limitation"
@@davetech356 Gemini is only available on 8 Pro
Great Review😉
The thing I am still not sure about is does it do a better job than the 7A as far as camera is concerned ?
Asking because thinking of getting one of them soon
As of pic quality, not of a much upgrade. But the video quality is significantly better.
Do you have a link where I can get that case?
That's a skin.
Greetings, does your Google Pixel 8 support stacking of widgets?
Nope
So far I've been loving it, the cons it might have haven't really affected me, I haven't missed the Pro exlcusive features and to be honest I don't care (yet) about Gemini Nano. So for me, The Pixel 8 has been holding up absolutely fine.
I'm planning to purchase soon hope you don't change my mind😮
It's an incredible phone. Once you use the AI features, you won't be able to go back. It's smooth, has amazing cameras, a beautiful screen, new features all the time, and feels fantastic in the hand.
The battery isn't the best, but it's not bad. That is about the only downside I see that it has.
Read consumer reviews and see how owners enjoy it. Avoid Reddit threads for any tech advice as Reddit is nothing more than a pissing match.
@@ravinder163I’ve got the Pixel 8 and have had no issues. Have you contacted support?
@OhPhuckYou hardware limitations after 5 months and no Gemini Nano. No circle to search festure for the $1800 Pixel Fold. Google is a scam artist company.
@@OhPhuckYouso true lol, Reddit is the vocal minority, most of the users have no issues whatsoever
What happened to Video Night Sight?
Very nice video. I myself have the hazel Pixel 8 256GB and I enjoy it. Overall its fast for my needs, love the color and design of this phone. Yes its a little thicc but thats OKAY, tbh it gives it more of a feeling like I have something valuable something with substance.
How is the battery life? I just ordered pixel 8.I had a pixel 6 which I returned because of awful battery.
@@dianeharlow1891 I think battery life on the 8 is very decent. I get about 5 to 6 hours of screen on time
Thick? I've never thought my pixel 8 was thick unless you're talking about the camera
People who never used a pixel wouldn't know what it actually feels like. Yes it seems low on power compared to other devices. But there's something about pixels which just make using the phone a much better experience compared to other android devices.
Finally someone who understands.
agree. a hardware that get outdated (claimed by google themselve) not even 6 months. See how pixel 8 get killed, literally no gemini due to "hardware limitation", what the heck with a latest series that is not even 6 months.
I've had my (standard) Pixel 8 since October and have thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of the device, mainly because everything I want and need in a smartphone is what the Pixel phones offer! That being said, and I don't know if you're aware of this because you neglected to touch upon it in your review here, but there's a pretty big controversy surrounding the Pixel 8 which the Google deciding to omit the device from this new Gemini Nano (due to 'hardware 'limitations', which seems like a bogus reason in my opinion)! It is in the Pixel 8 Pro and (I believe) in the Samsung S24 Ultra, both devices utilizing the exact hardware. This has infuriated tons of Google Pixel 8 users, seeing as the AI features are a main selling point with Google phones! It doesn't bode well for the long term usability! All of us Pixel 8 owners are hoping that Google reverses that decision and gives the Pixel 8 devices that much needed Gemini Nano.
I have a Pixel 8. I was mad when I heard that too. That's why I'm going back to Samsung. It's always something with Google. I can't trust them!
It's been only 5 months since it came out and he's asking is it still worth it ? !!!!! Bro I am using a 4a that came out 4 years ago and I am loving it
Haha they gotta pump out the content right? Completely with you though- still loving my Pixel 5
@najeebzafar241 No Gemini Nano and Google put a feature wall around the 8 pro to deny Gemini Nano to the regular 8. Thr funny thing is they said it was because of hardware limitations, but the Gemini Nanon is still 100× worse than the regular Google assistant with less features. Beware.
Personally I found the Google strategy really frustrating from a pixel 8 owner. The gemini nano update is a selling point and it's frustrating knowing a less capable s24 can afford it. Where's all the AI feature? Lost.
On the other hand the festure drop raise the life quality pf this phone, for sure
The s24 honestly isn't less capable. The Tensor chip is already being shown to be way weaker for tasks. They need the cloud for almost all AI tasks, and i can turn off sending data to the cloud and use every feature except the internet page summary. The Snapdragon chips are just that more powerful. The benchmarks matter, because now theyre saying the Pixel Fold and Pixel 8 have hardware limitations and cant receive certain AI feature. Either Google is lying and trying to recover costs on the 8 Pro, or they genuinely cant promise quality updates for 7 years. Either way, it's not a good look.
P8 user here love mines ✌🏾
Does it's support HiRes Wireless ?
I'm used to used Pixel 7 & sound quality coming from my Sony WH1000XM4 was horrible
Compare to my Redmi phone that's support HiRes Wireless it's was so much difference
Ready to change it from the 1st day I owned it. Bluetooth connection issues in the car since day 1. 4 updates and issue still not fixed. Really want to like this phone but I need Bluetooth handsfree in my car. Back to Samsung I guess
I dont recommend the Pixel 8, had it since launch.
Battery and thermals absolutely sucks, makes the phone feel slower than a midrange phone and thats even with 5G deactivated! And all that for a flagship price.
My battery last half a day with moderate use, Im dependant on charging at work even though I left my house in the morning with 100%, stuck at home for 1 hour waiting to get a charge to be able to go out etc.
Phone is always hot, annyoing in warm weather and makes my hands sweat...
Imagine paying for a flagship phone with flagship internals and marketed as such, but recieving a Samsung A14 in terms pf performance, and a toy drone in terms of battery.
Boycott all pixels until Google decides to actually release a decent phone, these issues has been going on since Pixel 6 until now. They simply dont care because they can buy reviewers opinions in the end and wont compensate consumers once the phone os sold.
My S23, one year older phone felt 3 generations ahead of this crap.
I wanted to buy the pixel 8 since it's release but the reviews for this phone is a mixed bag for sure. It seems like some of them work great while others are buggy and prone to issues. I'm coming from an I phone SE second gen > I'm used to Apple and I'm an old guy ( 54 ) > So for me to learn Android on this phone may take some time. I just bit the bullet and ordered a brand new I phone 13 from Apple for $629.00 > Total crap I know but I did. I can get the Pixel 8 right now on Amazon for $499.00 > But then again with the hit or miss problems with the Pixel 8 I would rather buy it from a local store in case I have to return it. I think I'm going to stick with the Apple after your comment here. I'm going to be doing some world travel here very soon and I just want a phone that works > I do not want to be travelling and trying to learn how to operate shit on the Pixel. I will leave Apple one day but not as of yet. And no I'm not an Apple fanboy as some might think it is just what I'm used to. Really wanted to get the Pixel but I think not.
@@yoot74 from the bottom of my heart, and I never tried Apple and I likely never will, do not go for any pixel 6, 7 or 8. They all have issues with the processor draining battery, heating up and slowing it down. All the positive comments comes from people who either are sponsored, fanboys of the brand or havent had a decent phone before with a battery life that lasts a day. Stick to your apples until Google decides to solve their shiet. Especially now that you are forced to tick a box agreeing to give up your international buyers rights when ordering a pixel phone through Google directly. And try to guess why the new model is heavily discounted without any contract 😂 Thats a shady business model really, if you are interested in a good Android phone, check out the Samsung S23 or S24, otherwise stick your reliable apples sir 😉
@@yoot74 my comment didnt upload?
Either way I was saying to stay away from any pixel 6, 7 or 8.
Boils down to processor problem (overheating, draining battery and 5G connectivity issues).
1. Heavily discounted price on a new model? Thats your sign to stay away sir.
2. Ordering pixel 8 from Googles website forces you to tick a box agreeing to give up your international buyers rights in case the device is faulty from factory.
Dont listen to what people think about the phone, the 2 points mentioned above should tell you all you need to know.
I dont trust this reviewer or any other reviewer that tells you this phone is great but uses another phone as their daily driver. The pixel 8 is barely usable and I just have it for a specific purpose that's not possible with any other phones.
Paid reviewer really; otherwise why would he make a video of a phone that has been out for half a year already, got no big market & that google tries to sell off their inventory so hard. There is really no other incentive
Thank you for getting back to me. Way too many bad reviews to take the plunge into the Pixel world. @@RIOLOGY
And I totally agree. The Pixel has had alot of bad Ju JU until the last few weeks or so and then > WALLA !!!! It goes on sale almost everywhere for $499.00 to $549.00 for the Pixel 8> @@RIOLOGY
I bought my first Pixel device last year (Pixel 7) after many years of Samsung and Oppo. At first I was plenty happy even though battery life, heat, cellular and wifi reception were not as good. I still liked the Pixel OS experience and constant updates/features. However, over the last couple of months a bug has been introduced with Gboard and Android Auto (the KB becomes tiny) and it has completely disrupted my workflow as a delivery driver!!! No updates from Google and barely even an acknowledgement. Then, in the March updated Google decided to remove battery health information that tracks cycle counts and says it will only be coming to Pixel 8a and later. Gemini Nano is set to only work on P8P and higher (AI is one of the main reasons I went Pixel for Tensor). The whole experience is really starting to leave a sour taste in my mouth and I doubt my next phone will be another Pixel at this rate.
I hear ya. What's the point of a Pixel if it doesn't have all the AI features
Re upload?
Im still using my Puxel 6 Pro. The only issues in my usage are mobile and wifi connectivity and a decrease in battery life which i believe haven't been resolved with the Pixel 8.
A good video review - thank you.
Are there screen bumps still
i used to own a pixel 7 that broke, the way it broke was so heartbreaking and traumatising... luckily, i got the pixel 8 but my father was asking me if i really wanted to try something new like the iphone or get pixel 8. i was very sceptical. its now 1 month and 2 days since i got p8. looking at reviews, it looks like ive made a very good decision. (some people r still bashing me for not getting ip15pm and getting p8 instead... most parents dont even buy their kids ip15pm so...)
i was supposed to get a p8p but unfortunately, pixels arent sold in my country so it took me and my father a while to find outside buyers that resell the phone here... atleast i got p8, better than nothing.
Nice skin, which brand??
Did you ever noticed scratches on the camera lenses??
Thanks for a decent review ✌️
I reckon it's dbrand.
Why did they remove battery cycle count after march update 😞
Yeah…. The thermal issues honestly should be a dealbreaker and the main takeaway here. I’ve had past Pixels die on me while using Google Maps for driving directions. Also, my Pixel 5a’s motherboard failure made my phone a brick just after the warranty ended, which was a common issue. Never again buying a Pixel until they sort this stuff out.
They instituted an extended warranty for the 5A for precisely that reason. When did yours brick? They replaced mine with a new 6a.
I upgraded to a Pixel 8 from a Moto G60S about a month ago.
It's been ok, the Pixel's camera is much better but nothing really stands out as wow in my day-to-day use. I'm not liking the reduction in screen size 6.2"vs6.7", and the screen is nice but the colours and brightness of the screen were better on the G60S. Plus the battery, G60S lasted longer and charged faster. I really only got it because the Moto G60S peaked at Android 12, and the offer I took means I'll only be paying about £290 for the Pixel 8 which seemed a bargain.
I’m waiting for the Pixel 9 so bad
Can we please bring some attention to the scrolling issue on the Pixel 8 series? Twitter, the discover feed and so many other apps drop frames while scrolling and this isn't acceptable for flagship phones. This has plagued the phones since launch
Yes, compared to my other phone, the iPhone 15PM Twitter is not very smooth. I thought Google may not be using 120Hz but tested and they are. Weird!
Coming from iPhones, I'm enjoying the premium feel. I got black with a Spigen Ultra Hybrid case, Spigen camera lens protector and a Zagg screen protector. Feels great in the hand for swipe typing and app shuffling. I haven't bothered setting up the Face ID because I enjoy the fingerprint sensor so much. I will say my biggest gripe so far has been the call experience. There are way too many times that the person on the other end of the line struggles to make out what I am saying. I think I'm going to get more use out of this Pixel 8, and then get a Fold when the time is right. I do miss my iPhone, but now that I'm fully all in with Googles ecosystem and don't rely on iOS anymore, it's an afterthought.
The Pixel 8 for me has been an awesome phone so far. Does what it needs to for daily use and more.
Well it better be bc I already ordered mine 😂
Love my pixel 8 it is my favorite phone
Just bought one. Charges up but won't turn on correctly. Defective. Returned it. The glass over cameras had three bubbles in it.
Well job done 🌹
Is it worth switching over from the pixel 6 to the 8?
That DBZ T shirt. RIP Toriyama Sensei.
first thing i did was pause the video and see if someone noticed the dbz tshirt. RIP Toriyama sensei !!
Case name for Pixel 8 ?
Gemini Nano is not compatible with the Standard pixel 8
Due to hardware limitations
What are the hardware limitations?
Fix your comment because it's coming in pixel 8
My only complaint is the front glass has scratched easy for me. Other wise I love it! I got mine at Best Buy with a trade in of my iphone12. I got the pixel 8 and the pixel buds for 120 bucks lol. Killer deal.
watching this video from my Gopix 8 ... ❤ it ...
phone case link please
27W charging or mediocre fingerprint reader just shows how Google decided to cut corners while producing this phone. Not to mention in-house Tensor chip that's not on par with the best silicone out there. Vanilla Android and great user experience aside, price is definitely not justified. Especially not in today's market with so many great devices and bang for buck options
As Charles Barkley would say "Highway robbery"
Pixel 8 is on sale for $549. Now just rethink what u commented.
@@smsmuadmoulana now rethink there is a whole world outside US where this phone costs up to 780$. Go figure
Fingerprint reader is quite trash on my 7.
Just switched to Google Fi. They are giving me and my wife a free pixel 8 with 2-year contract. Done and done!
Are you using auto-tune on your voice in your videos?
THANK YOU. I was wondering why this phone was so insanely slippery. I just switched over from a Samsung S21 to the base Pixel 8. Honestly, not a fan. The lack of customization options for the phone are infuriating. Why can't I change where the back button is? Why can't I group my apps into folders on the App screen? I can't customize the app widget looks. Really missing these features from the S21 but I eventually decided to switch over due to Samsung's rapidly declining battery performance plus their honestly, shitty camera. Hoping I will learn to love the Pixel phones.
For $549 its ridiculously good deal
I am really looking into upgrading from a still living pixel 4 (yeah you read that correctly) to the 8 series. The only thing im skeptical about is the fingerprint sensor since i usually have sweaty palms. Also i am spoiled by the pixel 4 face unlock. So is the optical sensor really that bad with wet hands? Someone with a pixel 8 pls help a brother out..dont make me go to the iphone because of this pls :')
I know I'm 3 months late but I have sweaty hands and I find the finger print scanner to be useable but it's not as reliable as I'd like. Sometimes you have to reposition your thumb but it's rare that it just doesn't work at all. I still don't understand why we moved away from putting a scanner on the back of the phone though, that's still my prefered location.
I don't use the face unlock since I don't trust it just being a camera.
Here in India's BBD Flipkart Sale got Pixel 8 for $340. I feel quite content with the ROI I got. Any tips to make it last longer?
How’s this a long term review? After 2 years okay, but after just 6 months?
I have been using the Pixel 8 for two weeks. And he annoys me a lot. Constantly glitches and heats up. No matter if I use wifi or mobile network. In everyday conditions, without games and a camera. I changed the screen frequency from 120 to 60hz and the situation became a little better, but not much. Currently, my four-year-old low-budget xiaomi is showing better performance than pixel :( Has anyone had this problem? How did you deal with it?
Such a great and frankly underemphasised point you made about the optical fingerprint sensor in the pixel being inferior to the ultrasonic one in the Samsung Galaxy.
Honestly, for me, it's the final thing that needs to change for me to make the switch. Who else agrees?
Sadly I don't think it can change, as far as I understand the ultrasonic fingerprint scanner is patented by Samsung and probably can't be used by other manufacturers
Be careful. Google will misleading you about Softwsre support and AI features.
i don't have so much struggle with the optical sensor so far. But maybe it's because so much better than the touchID on my business IPhone SE.
I don't see a big need on a more expensive fingerprint scanner.
The biggest problem with pixel phones is it frequent overheating which has a change for damage motherboard and rapid battery degrading...
Pixel 8 camera shots to me oversharpened...also battery drains quickly for me. But all in all nicely balanced phone.
I like mine...pixel 9 has to be big for me to upgrade...my shiba is awesome 😃
i love this phone most from a big company and also the OS stock, but i feel its hard to switch i'm an iPhone user since iPhone 3GS. what should i expect?
I am responding here so I can find this easily later, I just ordered a Pixel 8 that should arrive in 3-5 days and then a few days after that (so I can get a feel for the phone and what it's like to set it up and use it) I'll come back and report my findings.
Thank you can't wait :) @@ladams391
Honestly as a long time android user who is currently on iPhone, android and iOS have never been more similar. You'll have to adapt some muscle memory but they do most of the same stuff in very similar ways. The only things you'll miss out on are proprietary things like airdrop, facetime, imessage, etc. Unless you rely on those it shouldn't be that hard to switch.
My only actual complaint i have with the phone is the google assistant. I dont have hands free in my car and have to ask google to change or skip songs and i have to repeat myself multiple times probably more than not.
Hey what's this outro song?
I've had the pixel 6 and 7. Both fingerprint readers were absolute garbage for me, which is why I upgraded from the 6 to the 7. While better its still only working about 75% of the time, but especially in low light conditions. This was such an irritant to me that I gave up the 7 for a Galaxy s23, which is much better. Still can't touch the iphone for face unlock reliability though. And this is what google needs to get too.
It's crazy that the Pixel 8 and 8 Pro both have the same exact chip, but only the pro model gets the full Gemini Nano experience. It is literally paywalled in the worst way possible.
I thought about Trading in my Google Pixel 8 for the Google Pixel 8 Pro but I'm not worried about the so called better AI Features. The Google Pixel 8 does everything I need it to do and then some. It's also even better if you Root it.
Remember when pixel removed assistant from the microphone button? Yeah that was stupid..
I am very displeased with the battery. It overheats very quickly
By far my pixel 8 pro has been my favorite phone. Better than the competition for me
Best pixel to date
Great video, as always. Appreciate that you always follow-up with these long-term reviews. Why do you think the Pixel 8 won’t get Gemini Nano though? Isn’t Google setting a bad precedent by skipping the Pixel 8 this early in its lifespan? Is it just a matter of the device having less RAM? Have a nice weekend.
Worth mentioning that the S24 anti-reflect feature is really a screen protector thing instead.
Can you get this feature on other phones with anti-reflect protector? yes
Is there still anti-reflect on S24 with non anti-reflect screen protector? no
That makes it a somewhat useless feature since it only benefits users without screen protectors.
enjoying the pixel 8 pro as a photographer;
I have pixel 6, I ❤
pixel 8 for 3 months now.........:( the one thiing i like is shape/size..... it lags dayly, unlocks directly to weather apps sometimes . freezes at times in webpages/apps/camera, whit screen frozen for 5-10 seconds... no way to take only jpeg without AI, on AI, or AI+jpeg, so i have to delete one, .. i only use 4G, and it gets hot to the touch(35-40celcius, checked with an app), after 15-20minutes of use.....i am thinking of taking my oneplus 11 back to use...SOOOO much snappier, and no issues
P7 user here. mine is still everything I've ever wanted so I can only imagine the P8 is just that much better
On a 6A. Higher refresh would be the main reason if I upgrade/when to a 7 or 8.