In the Android vs. iOS wars, you're part of the Android faithful. So when the new iPhones came out last month, you held out for the release of the Google Pixel 8 and Google Pixel 8 Pro.
The Pixels have a new look, with the Pro cameras appearing in a dark oblong cutout on the sleek metal strip that stretches across the back; the Pixel 8 has more rounded corners.
Both phones have AI-boosted features. Video sound is no longer marred by unwanted background noise with Audio Magic Eraser, which eliminates unwanted noises by distinguishing between speech, noise, music, nature, and crowds. Photos get an AI assist with Best Take, which merges multiple images to make sure everyone gets their best shot. To power all this, there's a new Tensor G3 chip onboard the phones.
The Pixel 8 is $649 for the entry-level (128GB) model and $699 for double the storage (256GB). The Pixel 8 Pro is $999 for 128GB, $1,059 for 256GB, $1,179 for 512GB, and $1,399 for 1TB.
There are ways to cut down on these prices. First, you can sell your current Android device. And then there are the deals that carriers and Google itself are offering.
Pre-Order Times
The Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro are available for pre-order now and launch on Oct. 12.
Pre-Order From Google
If you pre-order the Pixel 8 via store.google.com, you'll get a free pair of Pixel Buds Pro. If you preorder the Pixel 8 Pro, you'll get a free Pixel Watch 2. The Google Store appears to be the only place to nab the 1TB Pixel 8 Pro. An unlocked version is available there in black for $1,399.
Pre-Order From Amazon
Pre-Order From Best Buy
Pre-Order From AT&T
Get a Google Pixel 8 128GB for $15 a month when purchased on an installment plan with a qualifying unlimited plan. No trade-in is required. New and existing customers can get a free Google Pixel 8 Pro with an eligible trade-in on an eligible unlimited plan.
- Google Pixel 8 starting at $15 per month
- Google Pixel 8 Pro starting at $28.89 per month
Pre-Order From T-Mobile
New and existing T-Mobile customers can choose from these offers with 24 monthly bill credits when upgrading to the Pixel 8 or Pixel 8 Pro.?
- Pixel 8?for free when trading in an eligible device on Go5G Plus or Go5G Next plans
- Pixel 8?for free with a new line on Go5G Plus or Go5G Next plans
- Up to $500 off a Pixel 8 over 24 months when trading in an eligible device on a qualifying plan
- $800 off a Pixel 8?Pro when trading in an eligible device on Go5G Plus or Go5G Next plans
- $800 off a Pixel 8?Pro with a new line on Go5G Plus or Go5G Next plans
- Up to $500 off on a Pixel 8 Pro over 24 months when you trade in an eligible device on a qualifying plan
Pre-Order From Verizon
If you're upgrading and have a qualifying Unlimited plan, you can trade in select phones for up to $800 off Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro. You might even qualify to receive a Google Pixel Watch 2.
New or existing customers adding a line can get a Pixel 8 Pro or Pixel 8 for free with select trade-in on qualified unlimited plans. If you're switching to Verizon, you'll get a $200 Verizon e-gift card.