Google Pixel 8 has leaked covers that reveal smaller screen, rounded edges and more

Update (04/14/2023) – MR

The Google Pixel 8 line will be officially presented at the Google I/O event in May, but should only hit the market in the second half. Although, Several details about the devices have leaked in recent weeks.

Now, the MySmartPrice website has obtained leaked skin renders for the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro that reveal more of the phones’ design, confirming important changes from their predecessors.

Based on the leak, the Pixel 8 will keep the dual camera module on the rear, while the Pixel 8 Pro will come with three sensors. Both have the large module, which extends and reaches the edges.

In the images, you can see that the three sensors are allocated in a single part, unlike the predecessor. There is also another sensor below the LED flash. On the front, both cell phones will feature a centralized hole-punch camera.

The Pixel 8 will continue with its flat screen, while the Pro will have the curved display. The leak also says that the former will come with a 6.2-inch screen, slightly smaller than the 6.3-inch Pixel 7.

On the right, you can see the power and volume buttons, while the bottom has a USB-C port, microphone input and speaker. Those were the only details revealed in the images.

Alongside the Pixel 8 line, Google will also introduce the Pixel 7a, the foldable Pixel Fold and the Pixel Tablet.

Update (04/13/2023) – MR

In recent years, several manufacturers have increased the screen of their top-of-the-line cell phones, making life difficult for those who like more compact devices. After rumors of its foldable device, it looks like Google will downsize the Pixel 8.

According to a new leak from Ross Young, the standard Google Pixel 8 variant will come with a smaller screen. Previously, the design of the device was leaked.

The Google Pixel 8 should have a 6.16-inch screen, much smaller compared to the Pixel 8 Pro, which should have a 6.7-inch display. Based on that, the company is expected to announce its standard model with a 6.2-inch panel.

The informant also reveals that the Pixel 8 line display will be provided by Samsung, which is not surprising, since the South Korean is one of the main names in the market when it comes to screen. Production should start early next month.

Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro should only be launched in October, but they should be presented at Google I / O, just as the company did with the last generation. The devices should arrive with considerable advances, especially in photography.

During the presentation at Google I / O, the big tech will also announce other products, with the Pixel 7a, the long-awaited folding cell phone Pixel Fold and the Pixel Tablet, which has been the subject of several leaks in recent weeks.

Original text – 03/15/2023

Google is expected to announce its new top-of-the-line phones in the middle of the second half of the year, but it is possible that the company will reveal the first details of the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro during the 2023 I/O event. ), the line’s default model has appeared in renderings that show its purported design with minor changes.

As observed in the images prepared by the OnLeaks, the Pixel 8 will be much more compact than its predecessor. Rumors indicate that this cell phone will be equipped with a screen of only 5.8 inchestherefore, it should be even smaller than its main rivals with this form factor, such as the Samsung Galaxy S23 and ASUS Zenfone 9.

According to the leakers, the new top of the line compact from big tech will measure 150.5 x 70.8 x 8.9 millimeters – considering the projection of the photographic module, the thickness jumps to 12 millimeters. The cameras seem to maintain the Pixel 7’s visual language, but the “pill” is bigger, suggesting that Google may use new image sensors in the Pixel 8.

The more rounded edges are another detail that draws attention to the mobile renderings. This change brings a new aspect to the cell phone, making it more similar to the Galaxy S23 and iPhone 14, for example. On screen, you can see that the edges of the Pixel 8 look more uniform than what you see on the Pixel 7.

While Google seems to be betting on a more compact top of the line, ASUS should move away from this strategy and launch the Zenfone 10 with a 6.3-inch panel. The search giant should not leave fans of large screen phones aside, so rumors indicate that the Pixel 8 Pro will be launched with a 6.52-inch display.

It should be noted that none of the information has been confirmed by Google, but the company confirmed that the 2023 I/O will take place on May 10. The event should serve as a stage for the presentation of its new technologies in artificial intelligence and cloud computing. In addition, the manufacturer can finally announce the Pixel 7a.

• The Google Pixel 7 Pro is not yet available in Brazilian stores. To be notified when it arrives.
• The Google Pixel 7 is not yet available in Brazilian stores. To be notified when it arrives.