Customer Ratings & Reviews

I recently purchased the Google Pixel 8 in Rose, and I am thoroughly impressed with its performance and features. The 128GB storage is more than adequate for my needs, and the phone's sleek, modern design is both stylish and functional. The camera quality is exceptional, delivering sharp and vibrant photos with ease. The software experience is seamless, thanks to the clean Android interface and regular updates. Battery life has been impressive, lasting through my day without needing a charge. The rose color adds a touch of elegance and is a refreshing change from typical phone colors. Overall, the Pixel 8 offers great value for its price, combining high-end features with a user-friendly experience. Highly recommended for anyone in the market for a new smartphone!

I love the Google Pixel 8! From start to finish, using the Pixel 8 has been a pleasant experience. This review will focus mostly on the camera and AI editing tools, but there's a lot more to love also. Coming from an older pixel phone, setup was a breeze. The Pixel 8 walks you through the process of moving everything over from the old phone to the new phone, including app data and settings so that (almost) everything looks and works just like you're used to. There were a few apps that needed a bit more input from me to get set up properly, and one app that turned out to be incompatible because it was so old. The camera is utterly amazing, even on the non- "pro" version of the Pixel 8. The macro camera is wonderful. The cameras switch seamlessly between macro and regular and even this non-professional photographer can get clear close ups. See the flower pic, taken from about 2cm away. The camera has an 8x zoom, which isn't much but the clarity of the resulting image is impressive. The photo of the stone structure was taken from 150 yards away using the 8x zoom. A new feature is the "Best Take" option. If you take a series of similar photos, like 5 pics of a family, the Best Take option will scan the 5 photos and make suggestions to take the best of each photo to make a better resulting photos. Did someone blink in an otherwise good photo? The Best Take can shift that person's face from another photo into the best photo. Magic Editor is an AI editor that seems to do a nice job at enhancing photos without going overboard. The second picture of the stone structure used the Magic Editor to bring out more of the background sky as it actually appeared, and not washed out due to overexposure. I also appreciated the photo unblur options, which again were subtle and not overbearing. For video editing, one feature I like is that background noises can be seamlessly removed with the AI tools, such as background wind.

I'm reviewing the Pixel 8 as a previous Pixel 7 owner. First thing first, the Pixel 8(6.2 inch screen) is actually 0.1 inch smaller than the Pixel 7. For me this is a good thing as I want a smaller phone, which is why I have a Pixel 8 and not a Pixel 8 Pro. On the plus side, the refresh rate is now 120hz versus the 90hz on the Pixel 7. So scrolling and touch operations feel slightly smoother. Other than that you have the expected processor upgrade (Google Tensor G3) though the battery is thankfully slightly upgraded too (4575 mAh versus the Pixel 7's 4355 mAh). Do note you get seven years of software upgrade with the Pixel 8. Regarding the camera, the hardware is just about the same. I myself don't take too many pictures, but there are some nifty upgrades on the software side. The Macro Focus lets you take photos of tiny objects with better clarity. Real Tone for video recordings captures skin tone more accurately. Best Take lets you splice similar photos together so if let someone blinks during a picture, you can replace his face from another photo taken in succession. Magic Editor uses A.I. to help you make edits to your photos. A lot of other features are brought over as expected such as the Call Assist and Live Translate. One new standout feature though is AI Wallpaper(Android 14 feature). You basically pick a category and then wallpaper images will be auto generated as you change the word prompts that are given to you. Call quality is good on the Pixel 8 much like the Pixel 7. There seems to be some algorithm at work that helps cut down on the amount of background noise on the person you're talking to. This is an important to me because at the end of the day a smartphone needs to have good call quality to facilitate phone conversations. At $699, the Pixel 8 is one of the more affordable flagship phones compared to other companies like Samsung, Apple, or Sony. If you're buying a Pixel phone for the first time and want a smaller phone(compared to the Pro) as well as a pure Android experience with less bloat, I can strongly recommend the Pixel 8. Though if you're upgrading from the Pixel 7, you have to see if some of the new features are worth upgrading to. That said if you can get a good trade deal, I would say to go for it.

I upgraded from the Pixel 7 to the latest version, and I am thoroughly impressed with the improvements. The new design, featuring more rounded edges, makes the phone fit comfortably in my hand. The screen quality is outstanding, and Google's unique design stands out when compared to other phones on the market. One of the standout features of the Pixel series is undoubtedly its vibrant and stunning colors. I'm amazed at how beautiful the colors appear; it's akin to the difference between regular and truly deep, rich hues. It is difficult to explain, you have to see this with your own eyes. While the Pixel may not be the most powerful smartphone out there, its performance is more than adequate for the next few years. Where it truly shines is in its AI capabilities and camera features. To be frank, this phone offers an exceptional range of possibilities considering its price point. Google has once again set the bar high with the Pixel, making it a fantastic choice for anyone seeking a reliable and feature-packed smartphone experience.

I purchased this phone for my wife as a wedding anniversary gift. The phone is awesome. Great product for the affordable price point. Features are great in terms of usage. Camera quality is stunning. Not too broad. Not too heavy. The colour "Obsidian" choice is remarkable. Overall great product.

The kind of phone which I was looking for. - Astounding camera - You shouldn't be a pro at taking pictures. But, after work by the software, give the photos professional in all angles. Very good at bad light or during night. - No software glitch - Overall very smooth to handle. I did not notice any lags in switching between the apps or open heavy loaded games. - Software updates - No need to say, since it's Google! - Photo editing with AI. One of the editing features let me change my facial expression in a picture where I closed my eyes or looked somewhere or something else. This feature made my jaw drop. There are many other features to explore! Overall, the best phone at this price. Those who like Android should definitely use this phone once and see what magic this phone does. Cons: - Sometimes, feel the heat close to the camera. But, its rarely noticeable.

This phone is okay, but not the greatest Google has made. Some of the main issues: Camera: For some reason, the autofocus is glitchy. Specifically when taking videos, but also when trying to take photos. The autofocus tends to focus on random objects instead of the person (people) in the frame. There have been too many times when I try to take a video, set up the camera, walk away from it, and find out later that mid-video it focused on a different object and the whole video is now blurry. Overheating: The phone overheats ALOT. I could be doing something basic like scrolling through TikTok or checking emails, and the phone is burning. I did fix it by disabling 5G (which the phone should be able to handle is can't) and disabling adaptive connectivity services and reabling it (like a reset). This fixed the overheating issue, but it does mean I need to leave the 5G function disabled. If this is an issue for you, then this is not the phone for you. Personally, 5G does not make much of a difference for me because of the area I live in, but I know it does for some people. Speakers: The speakers are just located in weird places. It's not too much of an issue with the phone itself, but it does present an issue when you put a case on it. Overall these are more annoyances for me than complex complications, but its still bad considering phones have come such a long way for there to be these basic problems. Some positive because there are some: Processing Speed: The processing speed is great though, incredibly fast. AI and features: The AI and assistant are great and it has so many features to make your like simpler. Honestly, its features is the main reason why I continue to get google phones. I like the simplicity of Apple, but when it comes to having a phone that will actually help your everyday life, google always blows me away. Pictures and Video: The picture and video on it is amazing, when it actually takes pictures and videos correctly it looks amazing. Battery: The battery lasts a long time and I use my phone ALOT. This could also be because I disabled the 5G function in mine, but its still great to know it will last me all day

I am loving this device. Initially I was going to get the iPhone 15, but after checking it out in person what the 15 had to offer, I felt underwhelmed. I really didn't want to spend about $800 for mostly the same specks as my iPhone 13. So instead I checked out the Pixel 8 and was pleasantly surprised and gave it a try. I switched from an iPhone 13 to Pixel 8 and have to say, I am having a really great experience with this phone. The biggest concern that I had read about this was battery life, cellular connection, and over heating issues. Battery life and over heating can be a slight issue IF you keep it on 5g, I switched it from 5G to 4G and have not experienced any over heating issues or connectivity issues. The battery needs to take a few days to learn your usage before it really starts getting better. On the first 3 days I was getting about 3-4 hours of screen on time before needing to charge, but on the 4th day I got 7 hours Screen on time before having to charge it at night (day started at 6:30 am and ended at 9pm when it got to 1% turning on battery saving mode at 20%). I stream music, videos, some social media, and lots of texting and email, so battery is a big thing for me, so it makes me happy to know that my phone can last a day before needing to charge it. So it does seem like battery is getting better. As far as performance goes, this thing is great! I don't play games on my phone so sure, on paper the chipset might not be as strong/competitive with other manufacturers, but for the person using their phone for every day use and not heavy gaming, then this thing is great. Photos do take a little time to edit, but personally, that's not a big deal. The fact that I am able to remove objects I don't want in a photo on the Pixel compared to quick editing with just cropping and coloring only on my iPhone is a trade off I am happy to make. Features on this phone are so nice that I have family members using iPhone who are considering switching when they upgrade. Some people might think the AI features are gimmicky, but for photo editing and video noise cancelation, I have saved many photos/videos by using these features by removing unwanted audio in videos and people or objects that I forgot to remove before taking a photo. Overall, I think this phone checks all the right boxes for every day use and is a great size if you don't care about huge slabs.

Very impressed with battery life and camera quality. Been almost a month and it is smooth to use and user friendly design. No complaints yet!

Great value for the money. The Pixel 8 is a perfect size for one hand operation and the new chip runs much cooler than Pixel 6 or 7 did making it comfortable to use. The camera is excellent as expected, reliably getting a good shot the first time. They've improved the reception over the last generation. I've found connectivity excellent so far. Gaming is even on the table as well. During play it will get warm and it will kill battery quickly(as expected) but things run pretty well. The display is nice, bright and sharp with up to 120hz refresh making scrolling a pleasant experience. If you are in the market for a new device and don't want to break the bank it's hard to go wrong with the eight.

Almost perfect. There just aren't many phones like it. Near perfect size (pixel 5 was the perfect size imo, and its basically the same width and just a few mm taller). Screen is outstanding. Haptics are perfect. And the cameras are about as good as you can get at this size and price. I have no real use for a 5x zoom so this is just fine for me. Also, there are basically no mainstream phones available with a wide angle selfie camera. Pixels are basically the only ones, so I appreciate that they keep it year after year. Battery life gets me well through a moderate day of use. But I still long for the battery life of the pixel 5

The Google Pixel 8 impresses with its stunning camera performance and vibrant display. The intuitive software experience enhances usability, while the powerful processing ensures smooth multitasking. Battery life is solid, and the design feels premium. It’s an excellent choice for anyone seeking a reliable and feature-rich smartphone. Highly recommended!

This phone is the perfect size and has a great camera BUT it runs hot. It disconnects from Android Auto every minute or two. The battery life sucks and it gets hot when you charge it. My $300 Motorola G Power 5G 2024 never gets too hot and never disconnects from Android Auto when I am working. This is the third Pixel phone that has given me similar issues (Pixel 8a and Pixel 9 also did that). I will stick with phones with Mediatek and Exynos chips as even my Motorola Stylus 5G 2024 with Snapdragon 6 gen 1 was often disconnecting from Android Auto. Even though the Stylus 2023 4G with Mediatek Helio chip did not. Tensor and mid range Snapdragon keep having this problem. I work for Amazon and I depend on Android Auto 6 hours a day so I know what I am talking about.

Performance: Powered by the Google Tensor chip, it offers smooth performance for most tasks and gaming. Software: Runs on a clean version of Android with guaranteed updates, making it a great choice for users who want the latest features and security patches. Build Quality: The design is modern and compact, with a plastic back that feels sturdy. Battery Life: Solid battery life that should last you a full day with moderate use.

Normally I don't do reviews but after reading such an absurd comment from the first review I decided to write about this phone because clearly that person was left in the past along with the navigation buttons. The Pixel 8 is a great fast smartphone with a spectacular screen and a camera that many of your friends with iPhones will envy you when taking photos. The processor is powerful enough to perform tasks without complications. I have the iPhone 15 pro as my other personal phone I can feel any difference. The only weak point for me is the battery which is enough for a day of use but I would have liked it to last a little longer, Although this can be improved with a software update. I am a sales person with cell phones and I recommend this device one hundred percent.

Pixel 8 typically offers a great camera, smooth performance, and good battery life. It has a nice design. It also considered a good deal for its price.

Of all Androids I've tested, including a recent Galaxy and all of the recent years of Pixels, this is my favorite because of native Google apps, Pixel UI > Samsung's UI (which is better than any of the other Android manufacturer UIs), and other features and functionality exclusive to Pixel models. And the Pixel 8 has some features that are actually a little different than previous Pixels, even though I estimate Pixels that still are in active update cycle will get them. But without going into item by item detail, the hardware and software are super. I believe Pixels are underrated because of being a little late in the game with other higher end Androids, especially Samsung of course. I will make a note that battery life is especially important to me, and this one certainly lasts a full day without getting into critical level with moderate to medium-heavy use and updating and file syncing. Google has done great with battery life the last few years. And just another note, it's nice to see the continued screen adjustment of coloring and shading when in ultra-bright sunlight, ever since the Pixel 5 series, where it seemed to borrow technology from the old Windows Phones that had this...where the screen doesn't wash out and the coloring adjusts for a very seeable screen. A feature Apple and others have tried with other tech but not as successful if at all (except it seems 2022-23 iPhones have a deeper brightness that does do better in bright sunlight, finally). For Android seekers as well as devotees, I highly recommend this if you are in the market for a new phone.

Great phone! It was easy to transfer data/number from previous phone. Very smooth while switching from apps and camera takes great photos. Battery will easily last all day with standard use. Five years of updates is a good bonus.

Google pixel is awesome. Offers premium appearance and advanced features. I really liked the camera. It is best within my budget and its slim look makes it more comfortable to carry and showcase

I purchased this phone for my 60 year old dad and he loves it! It's super easy for him to use and he loves the camera quality as he has to take pictures for his job. He previously had an old Samsung phone but I wanted to upgrade him to something better that was within my budget so I did some research and comparisons and this was a prefect match. Would definitely recommend this product to any one looking to purchase a new phone.