Reviewing Google's Pixel 8 flagship phone one month later, with longer term thoughts on the camera, gaming performance, battery life etc. The Pixel 8 costs £300 less in the UK vs the Pro, but is this one of the best compact smartphones? And how are those Android 14 bugs doing?
If you're after a mini mobile, Google's latest should be tempting. Like the Zenfone 10, this tiny phone doesn't compromise - although the Tensor G3 still lags behind rivals for sheer power. The Pixel 8's camera is also missing some key features like a telephoto lens and Pro controls, which you'll find on its bigger sibling.
Still, some software quirks aside, I've enjoyed my time with the Google Pixel 8. Android 14 is packed with great features, battery life is excellent and that camera still produces some slick looking photos and video. Gamers will most likely want to look elsewhere, but the everyday performance has been absolutely fine.
Oh, and I haven't missed that temperature sensor either.
The Pixel 8 sports a sharp and punchy OLED screen, plus stereo speakers. Storage is sadly limited, but the design is premium as always. So once those bugs get sorted, this will be a formidable flagship smartphone.
Google Pixel 8 Review Chapters:
0:00 - Blather
0:37 - Design
3:16 - Android 14 & features
6:43 - Display & audio
7:53 - Performance & gaming
9:51 - Battery life
11:22 - Camera tests
14:45 - Verdict
11 июл 2024
