Customers love the Pixel 8's camera, praising its excellent quality and features. They also appreciate the phone's long battery life, which lasts a full day even with heavy use. The phone's compact size and sleek design are also popular, with many customers finding it comfortable to hold and visually appealing. However, some customers have reported issues with the phone overheating and software instability.
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Pros mentioned:
Battery life, Camera, Display
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Marvelous Product by Google.
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Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I am a lover and fanatic for the Google Pixel phones, watches, and tablets, haven't gotten the table yet, but will do so one day. It is not as restrictive as Apple products in terms of what you wish to do with the phone with regard to just about anything.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Camera, Display, Size
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great display and cameras, but not perfect.
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Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Pros: Fantastic display and cameras. Smaller size is nice in a sea of mega phones. Physical design is very sleek. Call screening and other similar Pixel features are invaluable. Officially-sanctioned repair parts and guides are available on ifixit.com.
Cons: Average battery life. Occasional performance issues and bugs. More susceptible to heat than Snapdragon phones, causing reduced performance and slower charging in the summer months.
Conclusion: A great phone for Google-philes, mobile photographers, and/or tech enthusiasts who like to repair their own devices. Not for those who need rock solid battery life or the highest performance available.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Battery life, Camera, Display
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
A Worthy Upgrade!
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I upgraded from the Pixel 7 to the Pixel 8. I love the slightly smaller overall size, the much improved screen brightness, 120hz refresh rate, the upgraded camera features, the AI features are helpful and fun throughout, and I have been getting all-day battery life. Although I wasn't sure about upgrading from the 7 to the 8, I am very happy that I did. Best Buy made the purchase and trade in experience simple and easy.
This review is from Google - Pixel 8 128GB (Unlocked) - Hazel
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Battery life, Camera, Display
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Value for money
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Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This phone has got all what I needed. Display, camera, battery life are all up to the mark.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Battery life, Camera, Size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Thoughts on pixel 8
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Every works well so, only had the phone a few weeks. Long battery life, smaller than the pixel 7 which i like and takes amazing photos. Tried the face switching feature and was really happy with it, super cool to get that good photo you're always trying for. Wish I could ha e gotten the blue color but all out at my Best Buy.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Battery life, Camera
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Not a good phone. Get the Pro instead
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Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.
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Very laggy and full of bugs not really a good phone. Get the pro instead
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Battery life, Camera, Display
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
"Revolutionizing Mobile Tech: Google Pixel 8's Stu
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
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The Google Pixel 8 dazzles with its incredible camera, seamless Android integration, stunning display, top-notch performance, exceptional battery life, and innovative AI features. Truly groundbreaking.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Battery life, Camera, Display
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Google Pixel Review
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Great camera, battery life, display, and features. However, given that they made magic editor their USP and are now making it available even on Google photos, I don’t understand what differentiates the product anymore. Moreover, the body isn’t as sleek as an iPhone.
This review is from Google - Pixel 8 128GB (Unlocked) - Rose
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Battery life, Camera
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Bussin phone
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
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Very good phone was super easy to set up. I'm in love
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Camera, Display
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Excellent phone for the price
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I love the look and feel of this phone. I got this phone during the holiday sales and the price was right.
The photo camera is my favorite feature. Colors are great and so sharp.
The display is beautiful. Gets really bright even with a tinted screen protector.
The Google assistant call screen feature is legit! I rarely get a spam call now:)
The only drawback is the charging speeds are pretty slow and the battery drains pretty quick. I had to turn off the always on smooth display and that helped some but could be better.
I would give rhis phone 4.5 out of 5 if I could. The battery life was my only drawback.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
REVIEW - Google Pixel 8 Unlocked Obsidian
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I recently picked up the Google Pixel 8 Unlocked Obsidian from Best Buy on February 26, 2025, and I wanted to share my experience.
Design: The phone has a sleek, compact design that feels great in hand.
Display: The 120Hz OLED screen is bright and vibrant, making everything look fantastic.
Camera: The AI-powered camera is amazing with features like Best Take and Magic Editor. It performs well in all lighting conditions.
Performance: The Tensor G3 chip ensures smooth performance for everyday tasks. It’s not the fastest, but it gets the job done.
Battery: The improved battery life lasts me a full day.
Software: Google promises seven years of updates, which is a big plus.
Price: i got it for a $399 value, and its features make it worth it.
Overall, the Pixel 8 is a great midrange phone with excellent camera features and long-term support.
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Heating issue
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great phone, few issues
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Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
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Great phone, fast and fluid and stock android experience is great. However, i got a few issues i dont enjoy. The phone gets very warm when on mobile data and background apps tend to close frequently
This review is from Google - Pixel 8 128GB (Unlocked) - Hazel
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Battery life
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
MUST BUY
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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Awesome phone don't get me started with the charge since I bought it I only had it died on me one time and last 5 percent could last you way more than an iPhone trust me you need this phone it won't leave you stranded
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Camera, Size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Nice phone ,nice price
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
So far so good,have only had it for 1 week.Still learning the phone. The phone is not too large,not to small and comfortable to hold. The camera takes nice pictures.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Camera
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
being the 8th gen pixel, it feels unfinished
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Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Notification shade follows dark mode setting, but the quick settings do not. It gives a disconnected feel to the interface when part of it does not react to a system-wide setting. The quick setting toggles are comically large. The thing that irritates me the most about apples control center is that the wifi and bluetooth do not actually toggle off wifi and bluetooth, which is by design i know. It keeps everything apple running smoothly “like magic”. But i know when one thing or anothe needs wifi, but google takes this a step further in the wrong direction and combines wifi and cellular toggles into one just called “internet”. You have to tap to open another pop up menu, then toggle wifi off/on. In the settings app, its just confusing. It seems like every android device has their own unique issue with android auto. oneplus would connect but give an error saying there are no compatible apps, but if you unplug then plug back in it would be fine, samsung liked to completely glitch out the screen visually, google will just disconnect entirely and at random. And ive been using the same USB C cable with my iphone 15 pro so its not the cable, carplay does not fail like this (it irritates me in other ways but thats another review). one issue im not sure is the phone or the network but i tried scheduling support calls on a slow day and it goes straight to voicemail. Ive checked that all spam blocking settings are off but i watched a voicemail and missed call pop up with the phone never ringing. I called myself from another phone and it rang, i dont know what happened there. Otherwise, and for somebody who doesnt nitpick, its a great phone. Smooth, plenty of neat features to play with, cameras are top tier. Maybe i just like samsungs OneUI, i really enjoyed the last version of touchwiz before they scrapped it and switched to OneUI but this latest version is pretty polished, its getting better as it goes where apple seems to be going straight off a cliff with intent and googles ok for now but theyre watching apple fail thinking “that looks like fun we should try it”.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Camera
Cons mentioned:
Heating issue
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Heating issue - Only problem with this model
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
The camera is amazing as all pixel phones promise. There has been a heating issue with this model but hopefully, they would resolve it with a new update.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent performance
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Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
The Google Pixel 3 delivers exceptional camera quality, capturing vibrant photos even in low light, while its clean Android interface ensures smooth, intuitive performance. Its compact design and premium build make it a pleasure to hold, and features like fast charging and reliable software updates add great value. For its price, it’s a standout choice for photography enthusiasts and anyone seeking a streamlined, user-friendly smartphone experience.
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Heating issue
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
First Pixel phone
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
My first pixel. I didn't like the back bezel initially but with a case it's not so bad. Great brightness auto-adjustment. Integration between google services is also seamless. I hope it will survive for 7 years. Warm - I don't play games or do anything intensive but the back of the phone is still hot sometimes. It's better with a case.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Camera, Size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great so far
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Phone is great so far coming from my old pixel, and data transfer was very easy. So far it's responsive, the camera's great, and its size is perfect.
This review is from Google - Pixel 8 128GB (Unlocked) - Rose
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Camera
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
bang for the buck
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I got the open box "Good" condition one. But it's more of an "Excellent" condition piece. No physical damages, signs of used, display, cameras are great.looks and feels like brand new. The only issue is the most common issue for all pixels, the battery life. 5-6 hours screen time. The best camera I've ever experienced.