Google Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro launch highlights: Google Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro, Pixel Watch 2 launched

The Made By Google Event 2023 concludes with the launch of Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro and the Pixel Watch 2. 

Google on Wednesday announced plans to add generative artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities to its virtual assistant, and a company executive told Reuters the AI would allow the assistant to do things like help people plan a trip or catch up on emails and then ask follow-up questions.

The Alphabet subsidiary said during its hardware event in New York that it plans to add generative AI features from its Bard chatbot into Google's version of a virtual assistant, that aims to provide personalized help with reasoning and generative capabilities on mobile devices.

'The video capabilities are combined of AI, sensor and research," claims Google. Moroever, it gets better auto-focus and natural skin in low lights.

The Pixel 8 boasts a design inspired by the Pixel 7, featuring more refined contours and a slightly reduced size. Notably, it maintains a flat display. On the other hand, the Pixel 8 Pro elevates its design with a matte glass back, focusing on premium color options. The Pixel Buds Pro will also offer fresh color choices to complement the aesthetics of the latest Pixel smartphones.

Pixel 8 gets the Tensor G3 chipset with enhanced ML capabilities.

The Google Pixel Watch 2 is priced at $349.

The upgraded Pixel Watch 2 gets new quad core CPU. It gets 24 hours of battery on single charge. The watch can now supports Google Maps and Gmail. 

Reduces latency up to 50 per cent, a big boost for gaming.

Google to roll out its AI-powered Pixel Buds Pro.

Made By Google event 2023 begins as Rick Osterloh, SVP, Devices & Services at Google, takes the stage.

Get ready for the much awaited ‘Made By Google’ event 2023, which begins shortly.

Brace yourself for the much awaited Made By Google event 2023, as it begins in 30 minutes.

No new Pixel Buds Pro is expected to be unveiled at the Made by Google launch event 2023.

If buzz is to be believed, Google may also unveil Android 14 alongside the new Pixel 8 Series phones

Pixel Watch 2 is likely to have Qualcomm Snapdragon W5 chipset and improved battery life. The watch could sport an aluminium body instead of stainless steel.

If buzz is to believe, one of the biggest hardware changes likely to be seen in new Pixel 8 Series is a temperature sensor that will detect temperature of anything.

According to some media reports, the price of Pixel 8 could start at 699 dollars. The Pixel 8 Pro could begin at 899 dollars. The new Google Pixel 8 lineup will be available in India on Flipkart.