Customers enjoy the Pixel 8 256GB (Unlocked)'s excellent camera quality and long battery life. Many appreciate its size and ease of use, along with the improved performance and competitive price. Positive feedback also highlights the ample storage and sleek design. A minor concern mentioned by some users is occasional overheating.
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Pros mentioned:
Camera quality, Processor speed
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love the Pixel
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Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
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I love Google pixel phones. So after my used phone quit on me, this was its replacement. The screen is beautiful, immaculate crisp lines and photos and videos really look real. Camera quality is excellent, as well as the speed and processing power of this phone. I highly recommend getting a higher gigabyte storage as this comes in handy for me. Personally. Very happy with the personalization of colors and clock types as well on this phone, without being overwhelming!! Overall 10 out of 10. Great phones so far.
This review is from Google - Pixel 8 256GB (Unlocked) - Obsidian
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Battery life
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Pixel 8 - worth the upgrade
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This was the exact product I was looking for. I am a Google 1 subscriber so I did not want the Pixel 8 Pro with 512 GB as most of my data is now in the cloud so 256 is great for me anyways. Battery life is basically the same as the Pixel 8 Pro also. I'm very happy with my purchase, I got a good price at Best buy and I was in and out in like 30 minutes during busy shopping season. I may purchase another phone here as well. Just check out the picture quality of the photos I took of Santa Claus!
This review is from Google - Pixel 8 256GB (Unlocked) - Obsidian
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Battery life, Camera quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Pixel 8 is good
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
The phone is really good and camera is amazing. Got it for a good price during sale. The UI is also amazing. The phone did feel a bit small when compared to my previous phone, but I could easily get used to it within a week. Battery seems good for now. Did seem to drain fast for the first few days.
This review is from Google - Pixel 8 256GB (Unlocked) - Obsidian
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Battery life, Processor speed
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
My pixel 8 experience
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Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Great daily driver with a stock Android experience, great camera and a decent battery life. I don't do any gaming so couldn't comment on that aspect but for regular app usage - communication and social media it's snappy, with zero lags. Maps is sometimes glitchy forcing me to close and reopen but that's about the extent of my grouse
This review is from Google - Pixel 8 256GB (Unlocked) - Obsidian
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Battery life
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great Phone for Daily Use
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
For everyday use (calls, web browsing, maps, text messaging, light gaming, photos), the phone is great! Everything is super clean and feels well put together. My main gripe is that Google didn't put an option to not automatically process photos. Often times when view a picture I just took, I love how it turns out, but the auto-processing makes it too HDR-y especially with a lot of lighting outdoors. I wish there was an option to disable auto-processing. My main concern is if the hardware will hold up to the promised 7 years of software updates. It's no secret that the chipset and modem compares to other 2023 flagships are not as up to par, but I'm hoping that it will still be sufficient to hold up that many years. Battery life is pretty good (coming from a 5+ year old OnePlus phone), definitely doesn't charge as fast, but I can tell it lasts much longer. It usually gets me through the day with medium usage, even charging only up to 80%.
Most things from my previous phone was able to transfer smoothly via the provided USB-C to USB-C cable. Only things I had trouble with were text messages, which I was able to back-up and transfer via third party app. My experience buying from Best Buy was smooth too, phone was great out of the box.
This review is from Google - Pixel 8 256GB (Unlocked) - Obsidian
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Heat
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Google Pixel 8 Review: Stellar Performance
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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The Google Pixel 8 impresses with its overall performance and responsive touchscreen. While there's a minor heating issue, it doesn't overshadow the phone's strengths. The device delivers a seamless user experience, making it a solid choice for those seeking reliable performance in a smartphone.
This review is from Google - Pixel 8 256GB (Unlocked) - Rose
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Camera quality
Cons mentioned:
Heat
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good pixel option
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This phone has a very nice camera, but tends to get very hot. If you like pixel phones already I would recommend this although one small detail I wish I could remove the Google bar at the bottom of the screen.
This review is from Google - Pixel 8 256GB (Unlocked) - Obsidian
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Camera quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Pixel 8 (Reviewing after 2 weeks of usage)
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
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I highly recommend this phone. Great quality and best value for money phone from Google. Camera post-processing, Speaker quality and Display is outstanding.
This review is from Google - Pixel 8 256GB (Unlocked) - Obsidian
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Battery life
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best small phone out there today
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Love this phone! Been a Samsung Galaxy user since the Galaxy 4 and still am to this day with the Galaxy S23 Ultra. That phone is perfect in just about every way but I do miss having a smaller phone. So I got the Pixel 8 instead of the P8P for a work phone. The size, weight, battery life, and simplicity of Android 14 on it from the box made me fall in love with small phones all over again!
This review is from Google - Pixel 8 256GB (Unlocked) - Obsidian
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Camera quality, Processor speed
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great camera, good performance.
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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Great phone. It's fast, easy to set up, and has the best camera I've ever used.
This review is from Google - Pixel 8 256GB (Unlocked) - Obsidian
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
You Have To Try The Pixel 8
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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This is an amazing phone. It is the perfect size. The Pixel gets better each year. I do not regret not getting the Pixel 8 Pro. I prefer small devices but they are becoming a thing of the past.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Camera quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great stuff!
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Excellent phone with excellent camera! Wow stunning pictures plus ai
This review is from Google - Pixel 8 256GB (Unlocked) - Obsidian
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Camera quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Amazing
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Best phone I have ever had. I was an iPhone user, then I moved to the pixel 3 and now this amazing Google Pixel 8.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Camera quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love my Google Pixel 8
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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The Google Pixel 8 was out-of-the box was so easy to use. And the camera is amazing.
This review is from Google - Pixel 8 256GB (Unlocked) - Obsidian
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
good mobile
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
In conclusion, the Google Pixel continues the legacy of its predecessors by offering a compelling combination of premium design, top-notch camera performance, and seamless software experience. While there are certainly other flagship smartphones on the market, the Pixel stands out for its pure Android experience and unparalleled camera capabilities.
This review is from Google - Pixel 8 256GB (Unlocked) - Obsidian
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Glad to have the upgrade
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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 good so far. But we did have one temperature shutdown already due to a hot car. A little worse, but we'll keep an eye on the issue. Happy, especially considering the poorish reception and bonuses of the pixel 9
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I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Super fast delivery on a great new phone!
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Got a great price on my new Pixel 8 at Best Buy! I initially attempted to order direct through Google but it quoted an ETA over a month out! Best Buy had it shipped to my house next business day. Great service as always!
This review is from Google - Pixel 8 256GB (Unlocked) - Obsidian
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Very best quality
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I initially assumed that the unlocked and openbox Pixel from bestbuy wouldn't be satisfactory, but I was mistaken as I haven't encountered any problems and the device is functioning excellently.
This review is from Google - Pixel 8 256GB (Unlocked) - Obsidian
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Google pixel
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
The phone is in excellent condition. Although it was an open box phone is in mint condition.
This review is from Google - Pixel 8 256GB (Unlocked) - Obsidian
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Battery life, Camera quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Impressive Performance and Camera Quality
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Design and Build:
The Pixel 7 boasts a sleek and modern design that feels both premium and comfortable in hand. The build quality is top-notch, and the attention to detail is evident.
Display:
The vibrant display on the Pixel 7 is stunning, providing crisp visuals and vibrant colors. Whether gaming, watching videos, or browsing, the screen delivers an immersive experience.
Performance:
Powered by [mention the processor], the Pixel 7 offers snappy performance. Apps open quickly, and multitasking is seamless. The device handles demanding tasks with ease, making it a reliable companion for everyday use.
Camera:
One of the standout features is the camera. The Pixel 7 continues the tradition of impressive photography with [mention specific camera features]. The results are stunning, especially in low-light conditions. The camera's software enhancements contribute to capturing memorable moments effortlessly.
Battery Life:
The battery life on the Pixel 7 is commendable. It easily gets through a full day of use, and the fast-charging feature is a lifesaver when you need a quick power boost.
Software:
As expected from a Pixel device, the software experience is clean and intuitive. The Pixel 7 runs on the latest version of Android, providing timely updates and a user-friendly interface.