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Brand Google
Operating system Android
RAM memory installed size 8 GB
CPU model Snapdragon
Memory storage capacity 128 GB
Screen size 6.2 Inches
Resolution 1080 x 2400
Model name Pixel 8
Wireless carrier Unlocked for All Carriers
Cellular technology 5G

About this item

  • Google Tensor G3 is Pixel's most powerful chip yet. It's custom-designed with Google AI for cutting-edge photo and video features and smarter ways to help throughout the day.1 And it makes Pixel 8 super fast and efficient.
  • Pixel's 6.2-inch high-resolution display delivers sharp, vivid colours and rich detail.1 And it has a refresh rate up to 120Hz for smooth gaming, scrolling and switching between apps.2
  • Pixel 8 outshines other Pixel displays for higher peak brightness.1 So you can see your screen clearly, even in direct sunlight.
  • Pixel's Adaptive Battery can last over 24 hours.1 Turn on Extreme Battery Saver, and it can last up to 72 hours for power when you need it most.1 And your Pixel charges faster than ever.2
  • Pixel 8 raises the bar for beautiful design with contoured edges, a satin finish and stylish colours. And it's made with recycled materials.¹
  • With its durable design and IP68 protection, Pixel 8 can handle slips, spills and dust.1 And it's scratch-resistant, with Corning Gorilla Glass Victus.
  • Pixel is made to work well with your other compatible devices. Whether they're from Google or another brand, connected devices simply connect. So you have way more options, without ever feeling trapped.
  • The Pixel Camera is fully upgraded and has advanced image processing to reveal vivid colours and striking details in any light. And now with Macro Focus, the smallest subjects can become spectacular images.
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Husband bought this google phone to replace an old phone. He loves it. The best part is they are water proof. I know this for I own a goggle 6 and took it under water videoing turtles in Taiwan with no protective cover on it. It keeps on working and the quality of the turtles was amazing. I had the phone in the ocean for over an hour. Can't recommend this phone enough.
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Monark
5.0 out of 5 stars Mom loves her new phone
Reviewed in Canada on April 19, 2024
Colour: ObsidianSize: 128GBStyle: Google Pixel 8Verified Purchase
Seems like a snappy and good smartphone, especially for the price. Takes pretty good photos and lasts basically the entire day (based on mom’s usage). Hopefully Google keeps their promise and updates this phone for the next 6-7 years.
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5.0 out of 5 stars No problems so far; nice upgrade from my Pixel 3
Reviewed in Canada on December 10, 2023
Colour: ObsidianSize: 128GBStyle: Google Pixel 8Verified Purchase
The transfer from my Pixel 3 was a smooth process with the exception of WhatsApp where I lost all my history - because I had no backup? Maybe. Anyway, the phone itself seems fine; fast and smooth and unlike some brands not filled with own-brand alternatives. No hardware problems that I have encountered. The device itself seems slightly taller and maybe just a smidge narrower than the Pixel 3.

The camera takes excellent pictures. Detail is great, including in the shadows and highlights.

I have decided that I don't like the gesture based interface and have gone back to the three buttons at the bottom of the screen. Other than that, the latest Android seems a logical continuation of the operating system - no big surprises.

In sum - it was time to move on from my old P3 and this seems to have been a solid choice. No buyer remorse here, especially given the great Black Friday pricing!
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5.0 out of 5 stars He loves it
Reviewed in Canada on January 21, 2024
Colour: ObsidianSize: 128GBStyle: Google Pixel 8Verified Purchase
Husband bought this google phone to replace an old phone. He loves it. The best part is they are water proof. I know this for I own a goggle 6 and took it under water videoing turtles in Taiwan with no protective cover on it. It keeps on working and the quality of the turtles was amazing. I had the phone in the ocean for over an hour. Can't recommend this phone enough.
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5.0 out of 5 stars He loves it
Reviewed in Canada on January 21, 2024
Husband bought this google phone to replace an old phone. He loves it. The best part is they are water proof. I know this for I own a goggle 6 and took it under water videoing turtles in Taiwan with no protective cover on it. It keeps on working and the quality of the turtles was amazing. I had the phone in the ocean for over an hour. Can't recommend this phone enough.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Nice quick phone but battery doens't always charge when plugged in
Reviewed in Canada on July 4, 2024
Colour: ObsidianSize: 128GBStyle: Google Pixel 8Verified Purchase
This is a great useable practical phone. It does what you expect it to do, quickly.
Just two things annoy me:
1. It doesn't always charge when plugged in, so you have to watch for that.
2. The torch gesture is far too easily activated (google should copy Motorola's shake approach for that)
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KP
5.0 out of 5 stars What a nice change from Apple
Reviewed in Canada on December 24, 2023
Colour: ObsidianSize: 128GBStyle: Google Pixel 8Verified Purchase
I made the switch from Apple to Android about a week ago and the Google pixel 8 has been a good choice. I like the size of this phone and the feature set is strong. For the same money, I find the Android phone performs better but that is not a measured result. Battery life is excellent and that is a big deal for me
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Tímea
1.0 out of 5 stars Warms up too fast
Reviewed in Canada on May 30, 2024
Colour: ObsidianSize: 128GBStyle: Google Pixel 8Verified Purchase
Warms up too fast
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Technical techno
5.0 out of 5 stars Love it
Reviewed in Canada on December 13, 2023
Colour: ObsidianSize: 128GBStyle: Google Pixel 8Verified Purchase
Loving my new Google pixel the pictures turn out amazing! Love the editing features the assistant ect.. it's just a great phone and I'm always exploring new futures!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Love it
Reviewed in Canada on December 13, 2023
Loving my new Google pixel the pictures turn out amazing! Love the editing features the assistant ect.. it's just a great phone and I'm always exploring new futures!
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Gina
5.0 out of 5 stars Pixel 8
Reviewed in Canada on May 10, 2024
Colour: ObsidianSize: 128GBStyle: Google Pixel 8Verified Purchase
It was good size phone which it easier to type on the keyboard.
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brandon p.
5.0 out of 5 stars Unleashing Creative Power
Reviewed in the United States on June 13, 2024
Colour: ObsidianSize: 128GBStyle: Google Pixel 8Verified Purchase
As a long-time Google Pixel enthusiast, I eagerly awaited the release of the Pixel 8, and let me tell you, it did not disappoint! From its sleek Obsidian design to its cutting-edge features, this unlocked Android smartphone is truly in a league of its own.

Let's talk about the camera - the heart and soul of any Pixel device. The Pixel 8's advanced Pixel Camera takes photography to new heights. With its improved low-light capabilities and enhanced AI features, capturing stunning photos has never been easier. From vibrant landscapes to detailed close-ups, every shot is a masterpiece.

Battery life is always a concern, but not with the Pixel 8. Its 24-hour battery endurance keeps up with my busy lifestyle, ensuring I never miss a moment. Whether I'm streaming music, watching videos, or navigating through my day, the Pixel 8 keeps going strong.

Security is paramount in today's digital age, and Google takes it seriously. The Pixel 8 boasts powerful security features, including regular security updates and Titan M2 chip technology, giving me peace of mind knowing my data is safe and secure.
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Karl
2.0 out of 5 stars The most disappointing phone I have ever purchased
Reviewed in the United States on December 4, 2023
Colour: ObsidianSize: 128GBStyle: Google Pixel 8Verified Purchase
I really, really wanted to love this phone but honestly, having experienced both, Samsung does Android better than Google does which is pretty sad.

I'm coming from an S20 so much of my review will be in comparison to that.

Pros
- Screen is very bright
- Face unlock is very good
- The glossy back is beautiful and not such a dramatic slip-hazard or fingerprint magnet as online video reviewers make it out to be.
- That's it. Seriously.

Cons (brace yourself)
- Absolutely no idea how they managed this, but there is not even half the customisation ability as Samsung's version of Android and the stock Android experience is uglier and less logical than Samsung's version of it.

I cannot express this enough, it's unbelievably irritating. Things you could change on a Samsung you're stuck with on the Pixel and many of these things look ugly or make things inconvenient. For example, want to quickly turn on/off mobile data? You can't with a easy button in the quick settings panel, you need now open a submenu called 'internet'. Want to change your quick settings tab colour to anything other than black? Too bad. Want to quickly switch your phone to vibrate? There's no quick setting for that either, it's a 3 step process now....You can't get rid of their mostly-useless 'at a glance' widget or even move it anywhere.

- Entire UI on the default launcher is almost deliberately unintuitive and clunky. To change the brightness you have to swipe down twice, whereas it's right at the top with a single swipe on other phones. Just imagine the most logical place you'd expect something to work, and it'll be the exact opposite on this phone. e.g. do you want to clear all the recent apps? It won't be on a convenient button as soon as you press the recent apps navigation button, no, instead you have to swipe aaaaaaaall the way to the left through the 20 or 30 or so apps you may have opened and then the 'clear all' button will be at the end of the list. Seriously, has anyone who designed this launcher spent even 10 seconds thinking about any of these things before they implemented it???

- The only option for a torch shortcut function is to double-tap the back of the phone.... it's exactly as reliable as you'd imagine - so absolutely terrible - the action you need to do leaves you teetering your phone in your hand so it's a huge drop risk and it actually responding to those taps only works 10% of the time at best so you just end up hitting your phone like a nutcase trying to get your torch to turn on. Samsung lets you double-press the power button - how much simpler and more logical is that?!

- Battery doesn't have a charge limit feature like Samsung and other brands do. Instead it uses 'adaptive charging that forces your phone to charge suuuuuuper slowly when it thinks it's appropriate to e.g. in the evenings so that it's only fully charged by morning. Fine, except if you plan on topping up before you go out, you have to keep snoozing the function. If you happen to forget to snooze it, you'll come to grab your phone after an hour of sitting on charge and find it having gained only 5%.... brilliant, thanks Google...

I would rather my phone charge super fast and stop at 90%. Give us the option at least. If I put my phone on charge I want it charged ASAP so it's ready to use when I need it. What's the point of rapid charging if it hardly uses it.

- Basically the exact same dimensions as a Samsung S20 except for thickness and weight. Those differences are noticeable though as this thing feels like a brick in the hand. Feels very thick and very heavy whereas the S20 or even S20FE feels super sleek and light in comparison.

- Despite the extra thickness and weight, the Pixel 8 is objectively worse spec'd and featured than many other flagships on the market, even some older phones. It doesn't even have a dual-SIM - I knew this before purchasing but it's standard on many flagships and laughably even mid-range phones have this so be aware of that if you intend to use this for work.

- The screen has a nice subtle roundoff at the edges....that leads straight into a pointy raised metal lip of the chassis the whole way around. It feels sharp and unpleasant to swipe off the edge of the screen in any direction. It's already accumulating dust and I imagine it will get gross over time because it's nearly impossible to clean properly. It's such a large lip I can literally pull the phone along the table with my fingernail using just that edge.

- The camera visor edges are also very sharp and can be uncomfortable depending on how you hold it, and when gaming. They are also easily scratched with how it sits on the very edge of the visor on the table.

- The camera is missing a whole tonne of features qnd settings that again, are present on other phones. It doesn't even have an anti-flicker correction so videos with LED lighting in them will look like you're at a rave...The quality is also decidedly average, night mode is significantly worse than Samsung's and barely an improvement over regular mode. They have a night mode for video but software lock that to the Pixel 8 Pro just to make the 8 Pro more desireable. Why should 8 Standard owners get less features when it can handle the software just fine???

- Thick bezels around the screen edges. Nothing major but most phones have managed near edge-to-edge screens 6 years ago... These bezels are actually slightly wider than my HTC One from a decade ago.
- Doing intensive tasks or asking much of it will get it hot. It also freezes and becomes unresponsive while doing average things like browsing Chrome. It'll suddenly freeze for a solid 10 seconds for no reason.

- Every time you enter your PIN you have to manually press "Enter". Coming from a Samsung you just typed your PIN and it unlocks instantly. This may not matter to most but it's a minor annoyance and adds seriously minimal additional security.

- The alternative is the fingerprint sensor which flashes this large, insanely bright dot to illuminate your finger which if your finger is even slightly not covering the sensor will flash you with the power of 1000 suns which is the absolute worst at night. It's also not very reliable in the first place, the face ID is significantly better.

- The only SMS app is Google's intrusive one which switched RCS on despite me specifically chosing not to.

- Google's phone app is clunky and unintuitive. There's no way to make the default page the dialer instead of your contacts list.

- Notifications in the main notification tab don't even use the whole screen real estate even when in landscape. The whole screen is filled with the tab background but the notification itself remains the same width as in portrait which ends up looking like a novice wrote the code for the UI.

- Always-On homescreen minimises the huge clock numbers if you have notifications come in...or it's supposed to. This works about 50% of the time so you end up having to wake the phone to check for new notifications anyway.

- No 'routines' function like Samsung has where it will automatically switch certain settings on based on a GPS perimeter e.g. arriving at work will put your phone on vibrate, switch the background and change other settings - don't expect that here, logically of course, the makers of Android give you LESS features in their flagship device running their own flagship software. Thank you, very cool.

I'm sorry if this sounds like a rant or like I'm fanboying over Samsung. I seriously wanted to like this phone and was so excited for a flagship compact phone, but I'm going to tell it how it is, I don't care about the brand I care about a phone being worth the money we pay for it and this has been a thoroughly disappointing experience. It's like the software was designed by someone who's never used a smartphone in their life which is utterly baffling for the company that MAKES Android. This should be the epitome of the Android experience but that title goes squarely to Samsung.

If you're a Samsung user I think you would have a very good chance of being disappointed if you upgrade to this. You are literally losing features and functionality for absolutely no reason. It's genuinely not any better than the A34 I use for work and that's half the cost. If you're an iPhone user, or someone who's a basic user that doesn't do anything other than browse Facebook, Chrome and make calls, you'll be fine. It's probably closer to an iPhone experience than it is to a version of Android from any of the other manufacturers.

If I experience the shutdowns and freezing any more than I already am, I will be returning this because it's the topping ontop of a totally average phone.

In summary the phone is average. It'll do its job and nothing more and it's definitely not worth the price. It doesn't hold a candle to the other flagships and Google's software-limiting of certain features to the Pro for no reason other than to split the product tiers is incredibly disappointing too. This is the first Pixel phone I've ever bought and without a doubt the last I will ever buy. A thouroughly rubbish experience.

Considering the phone is physically subpar spec'd compared to the competition of compact phones like the Zenfone 10, Xiaomi 14, Sony 5V or even the now older Samsung S23 I would highly recommend looking at competitors' offerings before buying a Pixel 8. In fact I would just say buy a Samsung and enjoy your purchase. The Pixel 8 should be very last on your list.
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running painter
4.0 out of 5 stars Great as long as it all functions.
Reviewed in the United States on May 21, 2024
Colour: ObsidianSize: 128GBStyle: Google Pixel 8Verified Purchase
I had a fairly seamless set-up from my old LG phone. Everything was transferred to the new phone including all the apps which I was happy about. All was well for about a week and then realized the notification sound was not functioning. I went through all the usual steps to try and restore it myself. No luck with that so I engaged Google through the chat function. Very little wait time and the person that tried to fix the problem was very nice. However, she was unable to restore the sound for notifications. At that point I had two options: restore the phone to factory settings or return the phone. Unfortunately, by the time this all happened the price of the phone had gone up by $100 and I found that annoying. So, I restored the factory settings. Notification sound now worked! Yippee! Not quite. There was another problem in that I could no longer connect my phone to my laptop using phone link. Try as I might I couldn't fix it. The laptop would not make the bluetooth connection to the phone although it had previously done so. Both devices connected to other bluetooth items around the house. I chatted with someone from Microsoft who insisted the problem was with the phone and not the laptop although I had my doubts. Not one to give up easily I contacted Google again via chat. This person asked to have remoted access to the desktop which I gave. She then spent approximately two hours sorting out the source of the problem which lay in the registry of the laptop where there was a couple entries for the before factory restore Pixel 8. This, apparently, prevented bluetooth from finding the post factory restore Pixel 8 because it assumed it was already found. It took probably another hour to clean this up. And, finally, voila, the bluetooth was enabled and the connection to the phone worked.
All of this time spent was really just trying to restore a little sound so that I would know when a text came through. In the end I don't know what exactly to say about Pixel 8. The service end of it was fine and the problem was eventually solved. I just hope it keeps working.
A few days later I've decided to give it four stars instead of three stars. This is mainly because I was surprised at the customer support, the lack of wait time for "chat" function and the ultimate ability to resolve the issue. All components of the phone are still working fine.
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Elena Alfaro
4.0 out of 5 stars Screen is too small but very crisp and clear
Reviewed in the United States on March 23, 2024
Colour: ObsidianSize: 128GBStyle: Google Pixel 8Verified Purchase
Two years ago, my old LG V20 finally died, and I was forced to act fast to get a phone. I chose a Samsung. At first it seemed awkward, but I assumed it was me and I'd figure things out. Long story short, I finally gave up due to the, in my opinion, horrible navigation to accomplish the simplest task. My partner has an older google phone and likes it, so I decided to try it.
It's a very intuitive, easy to use phone. Set up and file transfer as well as Simm service turn on was as simple as it can get. The phone asked a few questions, and it was done. I'm still getting use to the navigation, but it hasn't been all the challenging. The charge seems to last a day plus and it charges super-fast. The ONLY ISSUE I have at this time is the screen is a little too small, which is on me for not checking specs closer. So, at this point after a week with the phone, I am fairly pleased with it.
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Ralyks2013
4.0 out of 5 stars Refurbished/Used?
Reviewed in the United States on April 13, 2024
Colour: ObsidianSize: 128GBStyle: Google Pixel 8Verified Purchase
I'm not sure where the confusion came from, but we were under the impression that we were buying new phones. When they arrived, one had a retaped box and the other's tape was completely cut open. One of the phones had a screen protector already installed on it. Overall, the phones are in great shape and we went ahead and started using them and they are working just fine. I took away one star simply because I looked back at the pictures and read the description and nowhere does it say that these are refurbished/used.
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