Google is set to release its new flagship smartphones, the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro, and they come with a range of exclusive features that set them apart from older Pixel models and other Android phones. These features showcase the tight integration of hardware and software that is characteristic of Google’s Pixel lineup.
One standout feature is the Class 3 Face Unlock, which offers a higher level of security compared to standard face unlock. While most phones with face unlock can only be used to unlock the device itself, the Pixel 8 series allows users to use face unlock for making payments and accessing banking apps. This is made possible through machine learning and AI algorithms built into the new devices.
Another exciting feature is Magic Editor, which uses semantic understanding and generative AI to allow users to reposition subjects in their photos and even change the tone of the sky. This power is brought to the palm of users’ hands with just a few taps on the Pixel 8 series.
Google has also introduced Magic Audio Eraser, which reduces unwanted background noise in videos. By using advanced ML models, the feature identifies and separates different layers of background noise, allowing users to adjust them individually as needed.
The Pixel 8 series also boasts Video Boost, a feature that delivers better dynamic range, vivid colors, and details in videos recorded exclusively with the Pixel 8 Pro. Additionally, the devices come with Best Take, a feature that simplifies capturing group photos by allowing users to swap faces from different images to get the perfect shot.
Zoom capabilities are further enhanced with Zoom Enhance, which uses generative AI to intelligently fill in the gaps between pixels and predict fine details. This allows users to reframe and focus on specific parts of their photos.
In addition to these exclusive features, the Pixel 8 series stands out with its promise of seven years of software support. This level of support surpasses what other Android manufacturers offer and is more comparable to the long software support provided by Apple for its iPhones.
While some of these features may eventually be available on other Android devices, for now, the Pixel 8 series is the only way to access them. Google continues to prioritize the integration of hardware and software to deliver a unique and enhanced user experience with its Pixel lineup.
