Google Pixel 8 Pro price in Kenya is as from Kes 143,000 for the 128GB. The handset features a 6.7-inch LTPO OLED Display with 2400 nits peak brightness, 120Hz refresh rate, and 1344 x 2992 pixels resolution. It runs on the Android 14 Operating System. It is powered by a Nano-core, Google Tensor G3 (4 nm) processor with 128GB internal memory, 12GB RAM / 128GB 12GB RAM / 256GB 12GB RAM / 512GB 12GB RAM / 1TB 12GB RAM phone memory variants.

To capture high-quality pictures and 4K videos, you can rely on a single 10.5 MP, f/2.2, 20mm (ultrawide) camera for selfies and A triple camera setup at the phone’ rear end consisting of 50 MP, f/1.7, 25mm (wide) + 48 MP, f/2.8, 113mm (telephoto) + 48 MP, f/2.0, 126˚ (ultrawide) lenses. The front and back cameras record 4K and 1080p videos.

Google Pixel 8 Pro is a real deal for modern, high-end smartphones in 2023. It comes with Bluetooth 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, supports NFC, has an under-the-display, optical finger sensor and USB Type-C 3.2. Powering the handset is Li-Ion 5,050 mAh, non-removable battery with 30W wired, PD3.0, PPS, 1-50% in 30 min.

Design and Physical Build

Google Pixel 8 Pro is elegantly designed with softer silhouettes, beautiful metal finishes and recycled material. Notably smaller than the Pixel 7, the Google Pixel 8 has contoured edges, feels great in your hand at 162.6 x 76.5 x 8.8 mm (dimensions and 213g (weight). It is slightly thinner than Pixel 8 but more weighty than Pixel 8’s 187g.

The phone is made of a Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus), and aluminum frame. Pixel 8 Pro features a matte glass back with a polished aluminum frame and comes in three colours: Porcelain, Bay and Obsidian.

Moreover, a new temperature sensor at the back of the Pixel 8 Pro lets you quickly scan an object to get its temperature. Use it to check if your pan is hot enough to start cooking or if the milk in your baby’s bottle is at the right temperature. Google have submitted an application to the FDA, to enable Pixel’s Thermometer App to take your temperature and save it to Fitbit.

Notably, the handset supports Nano-SIM and eSIM. It is water-proof with IP68 dust/water resistant rating (up to 1.5m for 30 min). For security, it comes with an under-display fingerprint scanner.

Display of Google Pixel 8 Pro

Pixel 8 Pro’s 6.7-inch Super Actua display features our brightest display yet. The display features an LTPO OLED screen with 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+, 1400 nits (HBM), 2400 nits (peak) brightness and 1344 x 2992 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~489 ppi density) resolution.

This is an excellent display for an immersive user experience as you delve deep into gaming, watching video streams and endless social media engagement. You will not have any dull moments. Protecting the impressive display is the tamper-proof Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 (always on display).

Camera Setup

Google Pixel 8 Pro features powerful, upgraded camera systems for stunning photo and video quality, plus game-changing editing tools. Every camera on the Pixel 8 Pro has been upgraded, starting with the main camera that captures better photos and videos in low-light settings.

The bigger ultrawide lens delivers even better Macro Focus, the telephoto lens captures 56% more light and takes 10x photos at optical quality, and the front-facing camera now has autofocus for the best selfies on a Pixel phone.

Pixel 8 Pro Main Camera:

• 50 MP, f/1.7, 25mm (wide), 1/1.31″, 1.2µm, multi-directional PDAF, multi-zone Laser AF, OIS
• 48 MP, f/2.8, 113mm (telephoto), 1/2.55″, 0.7µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS, 5x optical zoom
• 48 MP, f/2.0, 126˚ (ultrawide), 0.8µm, dual pixel PDAF
• It features a Dual-LED flash, Pixel Shift, Ultra-HDR, panorama, Best Take
• It records 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps videos
• Video Recording support: gyro-EIS, OIS, 10-bit HDR

Selfie Camera:

• 5 MP, f/2.2, 20mm (ultrawide), 1/3.1″, 1.22µm, PDAF
• It features an Auto-HDR, panorama
• Video Recording capabilities: 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps
• Video Support: gyro-EIS, OIS, 10-bit HDR

Updated camera hardware

Pixel 8 Pro, like Pixel 8 packs the same flagship 50-megapixel (MP) main camera, with 21% more light sensitivity than the Pixel 7 series for the best low-light photos and videos on a Pixel yet. You will notice much faster autofocus in those low-light settings, too.

Every single camera has been upgraded on Pixel 8 Pro — which includes bringing autofocus to the selfie camera for the best selfies ever on a Pixel. Compared to Pixel 7 Pro, the 48 MP ultrawide lens gathers 105% more light and focuses 30% closer for improved Macro Focus shots with amazing aesthetic blur.

To top it off, the 48 MP telephoto lens gives you even cleaner zoomed-in shots in low-light settings even at 10x with optical quality.

Dual Exposure on the main camera

Dual Exposure technology is available on the new main camera in both Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro. It makes videos sharper and less grainy in scenes with the toughest lighting, like a sunset backdrop. Dual Exposure effectively takes two images simultaneously — one optimized for low-light and the other for high dynamic range. The result is natural-looking videos with vivid colour and low noise.

Image Equity with Real Tone

Google has invested substantially to make sure Real Tone accurately represents the wide range of human skin tones, especially darker ones, in photos and videos. The company has expanded its efforts in 2023, bringing Pixel’s best-ever skin tone accuracy to video. Moreover, Google has augmented flash to add Night Sight technology, so darker skin looks natural even in flash photos.

On-device algorithm on Pixel 8 Pro

You must have been in that situation where you have the perfect group photo, but someone is not looking at the camera. Best Take uses the photos you did take to get the photo you thought you took. To make that happen, an on-device algorithm creates a blended image from a series of photos to get everyone’s best look.

Magic Editor

Magic Editor in Google Photos is a new experimental editing experience that uses generative AI to help you bring your photos in line with the essence of the moment you were trying to capture. You can reposition and resize subjects or use presets to make the background pop — all with just a few taps.

Create the perfect group photo with Best Take, re-imagine your photos with Magic Editor, reduce distracting sounds in your videos with Audio Magic Eraser and, coming later, zoom in on what matters with Zoom Enhance.

Audio Magic Eraser

Audio Magic Eraser lets you easily reduce distracting sounds in your video, like howling winds or noisy crowds. This first-of-its-kind computational audio capability uses advanced machine learning models to sort sounds into distinct layers so you can control their levels.

Pro Controls on Pixel 8 Pro

Pro Controls provide even more control of your camera settings on Pixel 8 Pro, opening up a world of creativity. In addition to white balance, exposure and shadow brightness controls, you are now able to manually adjust focus, shutter speed and ISO on Pixel 8 Pro.

Additionally, the new Pro settings let you take 50MP photos throughout the zoom range. Even as you fine-tune Pro Controls, all of Pixel’s HDR+ computational photography is still enabled.

Guided Frame

It uses a combination of audio cues, high-contrast animations and haptic (tactile) feedback to help people who are blind and low-vision take photos. This feature now works on both the front and rear cameras, and it recognizes more than just faces — so snap a picture with your dog or your dinner.

 Video Boost on Pixel 8 Pro

Pixel 8 Pro will get Video Boost later in 2023, which pairs Tensor G3 with our powerful data centres to apply cutting-edge processing to your videos. It adjusts colour, lighting, stabilization and graininess, and the result is stunning videos that look true to life. Video Boost also enables Night Sight Video on Pixel for better low-light smartphone video quality.

AI Technology on Google Pixel 8 Pro

Summarize Feature

Pixel 8 Pro has new features and capabilities that enable you to get more context and quickly dive deeper into a webpage. With Summarize, Pixel can generate a webpage summary so you can quickly understand the key points. Your Pixel can even read aloud and translate webpages for you so you can listen to articles on the go.

Voice Notes

Pixel is even better at understanding the nuances of human speech, so you can talk to it more naturally to get things done. If you take a pause or say “um,” it will wait until you’re done before responding. Use your voice to quickly type, edit and send messages, even if you speak multiple languages.

Call Screen Assistant

And with improved AI, Call Screen now helps you receive 50% fewer spam calls on average. To engage the caller, it will silently answer calls from unknown numbers with a more natural-sounding voice. It is also intelligent enough to separate the calls you want from those you do not wish to receive.

Soon, Call Screen will suggest contextual replies for you to tap to quickly respond to simple calls, like appointment confirmations, without having to answer the phone.

Smartphone Performance

Operating System on Pixel 8 Pro

Google Pixel 8 Pro runs on Android 14OS, which is the latest upgrade from Android 13 OS. It offers General Quality of Life (QoL) improvements. Google have it that Android 14 is more optimized for battery consumption, with lots of QoL improvements both in the UI and internally to ensure users have a smoother experience.

Android 14

Some of the top Android 14 OS  features on Pixel 8 Pro are:

More customization

You can now access more tools to customize your lock screen. Some tools include a lock screen picker, lock screen templates, a monochromatic theme, and support for Ultra HDR images.

Notification Flashes

The new OS platform lets you turn on camera flashes and screen flashes for incoming notifications. This is handy for people with hearing loss if you do not want your phone to make noises or buzz with every incoming notification.

Better support for large screens

Android 14 supports building apps that adapt gracefully to different screen sizes across smartphones, folding phones, and tablets.

Restricting Photo and Video Access

It adds an option to select the specific photos and videos it can access, similar to what Apple offers through iOS 14.

Enhanced Security

The most notable is the improved support for authentication with passkeys enabling biometric login instead of using passwords for more apps.

Protected PIN

You can now turn off the animations that appear when you enter your PIN to make it harder for people with ulterior motives to spy on your digits.

Better Data Protection

Considering the increased data abuse by companies, Android 14 will send you monthly warnings when apps have changed their data-sharing habits and the possibilities of data breaches.

Processing Power Capabilities

Pixel 8 Pro is powered by Google Tensor G3 (4 nm) chipset. The chipset is built on Samsung Foundry’s new 4nm (4LPP) process and will feature a nine-core CPU and a ten-core GPU. The Tensor G3 chip is faster than the G2, and it has new features that include better Call Screen functionality for weeding out spam calls.

CPU

• Nona-core (1×3.0 GHz Cortex-X3 & 4×2.45 GHz Cortex-A715 & 4×2.15 GHz Cortex-A510)

The Tensor G3 packs a single Cortex-X3 clocked up to 3GHz, four Cortex-A715 that go up to 2.45GHz, and four Cortex-A510 cores clocked up to 2.15GHz. Comparatively, the Tensor G2 has two Cortex-X1 cores, two Cortex-A78s, and four Cortex-A55s – a total of eight cores, one fewer than the G3. A more robust CPU means better performance in multi-tasking and handling intensive tasks more effectively.

GPU

• Immortalis-G715s MC10

Pixel 8’s Tensor G3 uses ARM’s newest GPU design – ten Immortalis-G715s. The new hardware is capable of hardware-accelerated ray tracing and, in combination with Samsung MFC (Multi-Format Codec) encoding and decoding 8K up to 30fps in both h.264 and HEVC format.

Regarding videos and gaming, Immortalis-G715s MC10 is up to the task of the best user experience for high-setting video games.

Seven years of updates to keep you and your personal information secure

Google Tensor G3 works with the Titan M2 security chip to protect personal information and make your Pixel more resilient to sophisticated attacks. And now, Face Unlock on Pixel 8 meets the highest Android biometric class, allowing you to access compatible banking and payment apps like Google Wallet.

With Pixel 8, you receive exclusive features and updates that keep your phone getting better over time. For the first time, Google provides seven years of software support for Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro — including OS upgrades, security updates and regular Feature Drops.

Google Pixel 8 Pro Phone Memory

Google’s smartphone packs a punch when it comes to phone memory. It packs:

• 128GB 12GB RAM, with UFS 3.1
• 256GB 12GB RAM
• 512GB 12GB RAM
• 1TB 12GB RAM.

Both the internal memory and RAM are sufficient for the high-end, high-performance smartphone of the calibre of Pixel 8 Pro to match and by far go beyond expectations.  The UFS 3.1 storage fittingly optimizes Pixel 8 Pro phone storage, thus effectively meeting the demands for more storage, speed, and control.

5G devices such as Pixel 8 have high-capacity data processing demands, and the UFS 3.1 technology ensures data processing efficiency, positively impacting the connection speed of 5G data.

Networking and Connectivity on Pixel 8 Pro

This is a 5 G-enabled phone. It runs on GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G Network Technology, supporting 2G, 3G, 4G and 5G bands. Enjoy fast uploading and downloading of large files and big data with HSPA, LTE-A (CA), 5G network speed.

For communication, you can rely on an array of features and functionalities which ease and improve how you communicate and use the handsets in your interactions and productivity.

Connectivity and Communication Aids

These include:

• Audio: Stereo loudspeakers for quality audio output
• Bluetooth:3, A2DP, LE, apt-X HD
• NFC
• USB: USB Type-C 3.2
• Sensors: Fingerprint (under the display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, thermometer (skin temperature)
• Positioning and Location: GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5)

Pixel 8 Pro, like its predecessors Pixel 6, 7 and 8, does not support a 3.5mm jack for wired headsets. Moreover, it does not support FM Radio, forcing you to rely on online radio access to follow your favourite radio shows and presenters.

Battery And Power Management

Powering Pixel 8 Pro is a massive, Li-Ion 5,050 mAh, non-removable battery that guarantees a day’s use on a full charge. to recharge, you can opt for;

• 30W wired, PD3.0, PPS, 50% in 30 min
• 23W wireless
• Reverse wireless

Pros and Cons of Pixel 8 Pro

Pros

• Runs on Android 14 with revamped security features
• Comes with a Tensor 3 chip, an upgrade from Tensor 2
• Refreshed design
• Brighter 2400 nits display at 120 Hz compared to 2000 nits peak brightness on Pixel 8.
• AI Camera that enhances user experience
• Better camera package compared to Pixel 8
• Pixel 8 Pro has proper manual controls, along with new editing tools for photo and video recording
• Records 4k videos
• Supports gyro EIS
• Decent phone memory package
• Higher battery capacity compared to Pixel 8
• Comes with temperature sensor

Cons

• Minor design changes from Pixel 7 and Pixel 8
• Slow in recharging.
• Relatively high price tag

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Google Pixel 8 price in Kenya is Kes 85,000. The handset features a 6.2-inch OLED Display with 2000 nits peak brightness, 120Hz refresh rate and 1080 x 2400 pixels resolution. It runs on the Android 14 Operating System. It is powered by a Nano-core, Google Tensor G3 (4 nm) processor with 128GB internal memory, 8GB RAM / 256GB, and 8GB RAM phone memory variants.

To capture high-quality pictures and 4K videos, you can rely on a single 10.5 MP, f/2.2, 20mm (ultrawide) camera for selfies and A dual camera setup at the phone’ rear end consisting of 50 MP, f/1.7, 25mm (wide) + 12 MP, f/2.2, 126˚ (ultrawide) lenses. Both cameras record 4K and 1080p videos.

Google Pixel 8 is a real deal for modern, high-end smartphones in 2023. It comes with Bluetooth 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, supports NFC, has an under the display, optical finger sensor and USB Type-C 3.2. Powering the handset is Li-Ion 4,575 mAh, non-removable battery with 27W wired, PD3.0, PPS, 1-50% in 30 min.

Design and Physical Build

Pixel 8 is elegantly designed with softer silhouettes, beautiful metal finishes and recycled material. Notably smaller than the Pixel 7, the Google Pixel 8 has contoured edges, feels great in your hand at 150.5 x 70.8 x 8.9 mm, and weighs 187g. The phone is made of a Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus), and aluminum frame. Pixel 8 features satin metal finishes and a polished glass back and comes in Rose, Hazel and Obsidian. The handset supports Nano SIM and Esim. It is water-proof with IP68 dust/water resistant rating (up to 1.5m for 30 min).

Display of Google Pixel 8

It has a 6.2-inch Actua display, which gives you real-world clarity and is 42% brighter than Pixel 7’s display. The display features an OLED screen with 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+, 1400 nits (HBM), 2000 nits (peak) brightness and 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~428 ppi density) resolution. This is an excellent display for an immersive user experience as you delve deep into gaming, watching video streams and endless social media engagement. You will not have any dull moments. Protecting the impressive display is the tamper-proof Corning Gorilla Glass Victus (always on display).

Camera setup

Pixel 8 features powerful, upgraded camera systems for stunning photo and video quality, plus game-changing editing tools. It has the same updated primary camera and a new ultrawide lens enabling Macro Focus. The camera app has an intuitive, redesigned interface, letting you quickly find and capture content in your favourite photo and video modes.

Main Camera:

• 50 MP, f/1.7, 25mm (wide), 1/1.31″, 1.2µm, multi-directional PDAF, Laser AF, OIS
• 12 MP, f/2.2, 126˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.9″, 1.25µm
• It features a Dual-LED flash, Pixel Shift, Ultra-HDR, panorama
• It records 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps videos
• Video Recording support: gyro-EIS, OIS, 10-bit HDR

Selfie Camera:

• 5 MP, f/2.2, 20mm (ultrawide), 1/3.1″, 1.22µm, PDAF
• It features an Auto-HDR, panorama
• Video Recording capabilities: 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps

On-device algorithm

You must have been in that situation where you have the perfect group photo, but someone is not looking at the camera. Best Take uses the photos you did take to get the photo you thought you took. To make that happen, an on-device algorithm creates a blended image from a series of photos to get everyone’s best look.

Magic Editor

Magic Editor in Google Photos is a new experimental editing experience that uses generative AI to help you bring your photos in line with the essence of the moment you were trying to capture. You can reposition and resize subjects or use presets to make the background pop — all with just a few taps.

Audio Magic Eraser

Audio Magic Eraser lets you easily reduce distracting sounds in your video, like howling winds or noisy crowds. This first-of-its-kind computational audio capability uses advanced machine learning models to sort sounds into distinct layers so you can control their levels.

AI Technology on Google Pixel 8

Summarize

Pixel 8 has new features and capabilities that enable you to get more context and quickly dive deeper into a webpage. With Summarize, Pixel can generate a webpage summary so you can quickly understand the key points. Your Pixel can even read aloud and translate webpages for you so you can listen to articles on the go.

Voice Notes

Pixel is even better at understanding the nuances of human speech, so you can talk to it more naturally to get things done. If you take a pause or say “um,” it will wait until you’re done before responding. Use your voice to quickly type, edit and send messages, even if you speak multiple languages.

Call Screen Assistant

And with improved AI, Call Screen now helps you receive 50% fewer spam calls on average. To engage the caller, it will silently answer calls from unknown numbers with a more natural-sounding voice. It is also intelligent enough to separate the calls you want from those you do not wish to receive.

Soon, Call Screen will suggest contextual replies for you to tap to quickly respond to simple calls, like appointment confirmations, without having to answer the phone.

Smartphone Performance

Operating System

Google Pixel 8 runs on Android 14OS, which is the latest upgrade from Android 13 OS. It offers General Quality of Life (QoL) improvements. Google have it that Android 14 is more optimized for battery consumption, with lots of QoL improvements both in the UI and internally to ensure users have a smoother experience.

Android 14

Some of the top Android 14 features on Pixel 8 are:

• More customization: you can now access more tools to customize your lock screen.
• Notification Flashes: The new OS platform lets you turn on camera flashes and screen flashes for incoming notifications.
• Better Hearing Aid Support:
• Better support for large screens: Android 14 supports building apps that adapt gracefully to different screen sizes across smartphones, folding phones, and tablets.
• Restricting Photo and Video Access: it adds an option to select the specific photos and videos it can access, similar to what Apple offers through iOS 14.
• Enhanced Security: the most notable is the improved support for authentication with passkeys enabling biometric login instead of using passwords for more apps.
• Protected PIN: You can now turn off the animations that appear when you enter your PIN to make it harder for people with ulterior motives to spy on your digits.
• Better Data Protection: considering the increased data abuse by companies, Android 14 will send you monthly warnings when apps have changed their data-sharing habits and the possibilities of data breaches.

Processing Power Capabilities

Pixel 8 is powered by Google Tensor G3 (4 nm) chipset. The chipset is built on Samsung Foundry’s new 4nm (4LPP) process and will feature a nine-core CPU and a ten-core GPU. The Tensor G3 chip is faster than the G2, and it has new features that include better Call Screen functionality for weeding out spam calls.

CPU

• Nona-core (1×3.0 GHz Cortex-X3 & 4×2.45 GHz Cortex-A715 & 4×2.15 GHz Cortex-A510)

The Tensor G3 packs a single Cortex-X3 clocked up to 3GHz, four Cortex-A715 that go up to 2.45GHz, and four Cortex-A510 cores clocked up to 2.15GHz. Comparatively, the Tensor G2 has two Cortex-X1 cores, two Cortex-A78s, and four Cortex-A55s – a total of eight cores, one fewer than the G3. A more robust CPU means better performance in multi-tasking and handling intensive tasks more effectively.

GPU

• Immortalis-G715s MC10

Pixel 8’s Tensor G3 uses ARM’s newest GPU design – ten Immortalis-G715s. The new hardware is capable of hardware-accelerated ray tracing and, in combination with Samsung MFC (Multi-Format Codec) encoding and decoding 8K up to 30fps in both h.264 and HEVC format. Regarding videos and gaming, Immortalis-G715s MC10 is up to the task of the best user experience for high-setting video games.

Seven years of updates to keep you and your personal information secure

Google Tensor G3 works with the Titan M2 security chip to protect personal information and make your Pixel more resilient to sophisticated attacks. And now, Face Unlock on Pixel 8 meets the highest Android biometric class, allowing you to access compatible banking and payment apps like Google Wallet.

With Pixel 8, you receive exclusive features and updates that keep your phone getting better over time. For the first time, Google provides seven years of software support for Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro — including OS upgrades, security updates and regular Feature Drops.

Pixel 8 Phone Memory

Google’s smartphone packs a punch when it comes to phone memory. It packs:

• 128GB 8GB RAM, with UFS 3.1
• 256GB 8GB RAM, with UFS 3.1

Both the internal memory and RAM are sufficient for the high-end, high-performance smartphone of the calibre of Pixel 8 to match and by far go beyond expectations.  The UFS 3.1 storage fittingly optimizes Pixel 8 phone storage, thus effectively meeting the demands for more storage, speed, and control. 5G devices such as Pixel 8 have high-capacity data processing demands, and the UFS 3.1 technology ensures data processing efficiency, positively impacting the connection speed of 5G data.

Networking and Connectivity on Pixel 8

This is a 5 G-enabled phone. It runs on GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G Network Technology, supporting 2G, 3G, 4G and 5G bands. Enjoy fast uploading and downloading of large files and big data with HSPA, LTE-A (CA), 5G network speed.

For communication, you can rely on an array of features and functionalities which ease and improve how you communicate and use the handsets in your interactions and productivity.

Features for Better Communication

These include:

• Audio: Stereo loudspeakers for quality audio output
• Bluetooth:3, A2DP, LE, apt-X HD
• NFC
• USB: USB Type-C 3.2
• Sensors: Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
• Positioning and Location: GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5)

Pixel 8, like its predecessor Pixel 6 and 7, does not support 3.5mm jack for wired headsets. Moreover, it does not support FM Radio, forcing you to rely on online radio access to follow your favourite radio shows and presenters.

Battery And Power Management

Powering Pixel 8 is a massive, Li-Ion 4575 mAh, non-removable battery that guarantees a day’s use on a full charge. to recharge, you can opt for;

• 27W wired, PD3.0, PPS, 50% in 30 min
• 18W wireless
• Reverse wireless

Pros and Cons of Pixel 8

Pros

• Runs on Android 14 with revamped security features
• Comes with a Tensor 3 chip, an upgrade from Tensor 2
• Refreshed design
• AI Camera that enhances user experience
• Records 4k videos
• Supports gyro EIS
• Decent phone memory package

Cons

• Minor design changes from Pixel 7
• Minimal camera upgrade compared to Pixel 7
• It has no temperature sensor
• Smaller screen compared to 6.7 inches on Pixel 8 Pro
• Relatively high price tag

Alternative Handsets to Pixel 8

• Google Pixel 8 Pro
• Google Pixel 7 Pro
• Google Pixel 7
• iPhone 15 Pro

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The Google Pixel 7 Pro price in Kenya is Ksh 75,000. The Pixel 7 Pro has a 6.7 inches LTPO AMOLED 120Hz display that supports a screen resolution of 1440 x 3120 pixels with Gorilla Glass Victus protection. The Pixel 7 Pro is powered by the latest Google Tensor G2 processor with Mali-G710 MC10 GPU and the Titan M2 Security chip. The phone has 8GB or 12GB RAM and up to 512 GB of internal storage, it runs on Android 13 and all this is powered by a 5000 mAh battery with 30W fast and wireless charging. The Pixel phone has a triple rear camera setup with a 50MP wide primary camera, a 48MP telephoto camera, a 12 MP ultrawide camera, and a 10.8 MP front-facing camera. The Pixel 7 Pro comes in the colors Obsidian, Snow, and Hazel. Buy the Google Pixel 7 Pro in Kenya today at Malike Digital.

Design and Build

Google Pixel 7 Pro is a large, imposing, premium smartphone. You will immediately notice the Google handset from the thin bezels, premium-looking body frame, and uniquely designed camera deck at the rear. The handset’s edges are nicely rounded, giving it a feminine, delicate and beautiful look that adds to its ergonomic design.

The Pixel 7 Pro is 162.9 x 76.6 x 8.9 mm and weighs 212g. the Pixel device is a significant and weighty phone, which helps to give the handset its unique characteristics. It is made of Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus), and aluminum frame, which partly explains its weight, especially compared to devices made of plastic back and body frame.

Display

Enjoy multi-media consumption on high definition, high-resolution HDR10+ display built to impress and deliver. You will find the large 6.7-inch LTPO AMOLED screen worth experiencing with your touch and sight senses. With 120Hz, the display is at peak most of the time once turned on, giving you the best times as you use the multi-touch screen.

An impressive 1000 nits (HBM) and 1500 nits (peak) brightness make the Google Pixel 7 Pro worth having, especially when optimizing your viewing of high-definition images and video content. A resolution of 1440 x 3120 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~512 ppi density) is a high standard by any means on such a high-end device. Protecting the expensive, impressive, large, and bright display is a Corning Gorilla Glass Victus. With superior protection, scratches, dust, and breaking should be the least of your worry as you use your handset.

Camera

Google Pixel 7 Pro is a premium handset and comes loaded as such. A decent 10.8 MP, f/2.2, 21mm (ultrawide), 1/3.1″, 1.22µm lens is installed in the front of the handset. The selfie camera will get you above-average selfie shots as well as good video shots. Google invested heavily in its 10MP front camera, considering its Auto-HDR and Panorama features which give you options when taking shots. Also, the front-facing lens is capable of 4K@30/60fps and 1080p@30/60fps video capture making the Pixel 7 Pro head and shoulders above the competition.

Packed at the rear of the handset is a massive and impressive triple camera set up.  The cameras consist of a:

• 50 MP, f/1.9, 25mm (wide), 1/1.31″, 1.2µm, multi-directional PDAF, Laser AF, OIS
• 48 MP, f/3.5, 120mm (telephoto), 1/2.55″, 0.7µm, multi-directional PDAF, OIS, 5x optical Zoom
• 12 MP, f/2.2, 126˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.9″, 1.25µm, AF

The main camera set is capable of 4K video capture, with specific 4K@30 / 60fps, 1080p@30 / 60 /1 20 / 240fps; gyro-EIS, OIS, 10-bit HDR video capabilities. Installed on the device to ensure uncompromised image and video capture are a Dual-LED flash, Pixel Shift, Auto-HDR, and panorama options. Google Pixel 7 Pro packs a full camera and video kit that will get professional photographers nodding in approval as they troop to try it out.

Performance

The performance of the premium handset should be worth the price. For its heavy price tag, the Google premium device comes packed to deliver,

5G Network Connectivity

Google Pixel 7 Pro is a 5 G-enabled handset. It supports up to 5G bands, running on GSM, CDMA, HSPA, EVDO, LTE, 5G Network Technology. With the device, you will enjoy impressive uploading and downloading speeds of up to HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE-A (CA), 5G.

Operating System

The handset utilizes Android’s latest OS, 13. Enjoy the new Android OS features, applications, and software upgrades that give you an edge over another device.

Processing Unit

At the core of background, operations is a fast and efficient Google Tensor G2 (5 nm) chipset installed on the Pixel 7 Pro. The chipset’s superior performance, coupled with Octa-core (2×2.85 GHz Cortex-X1 & 2×2.35 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4×1.80 GHz Cortex-A55) CPU and Mali-G710 MC10 will get you going without worries. Be it gaming, video streaming, extensive multi-tasking, browsing the internet, and pushing the limits on the limits to get the best out of the device; Google Pixel 7 Pro will deliver.

Memory Storage

The device comes with no card slot. Google found it unnecessary to add the same, considering the massive inbuild memory space build in the handsets. The storage and ram options are:

• 128GB 8GB RAM,
• 256GB 8GB RAM,
• 128GB 12GB RAM
• 256GB 12GB RAM
• 512GB 12GB RAM

With such massive ROM and RAM, you are assured of a fast-running, unlimited handset as you browse, download and make maximum use of the device. The Google Pixel 7 Pro was built for unlimited productivity.

Sensors and Connectivity

For convenience when using the smartphone, Google installed several sensors on their premium handset. Access and make use of the:

• Fingerprint (under display, optical) sensor
• Accelerometer
• Gyroscope
• Proximity Sensor.
• Compass
• Barometer
• Ultra-Wideband (UWB) support

The handset has no 3.5mm jack and does not support FM Radio. For increased connectivity, Google Pixel 7 Pro comes packed with the latest USB Type-C 3.2 for fast data connectivity and charging, NFC, GPS (dual-band A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS, BDS), Bluetooth (5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD), and WLAN (Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot)

Battery

To enable the big premium handset fully function, a Li-Ion 5000 mAh, non-removable, powers all its operations. The processing unit maximizes battery power by creating efficiency and minimization of power wastage. Supporting the massive battery is a powering system that enables fast charging. The system comprises:

• Fast charging 30W (charges 0-50% of battery in 30 min
• Fast wireless charging 23W
• Reverse wireless charging
• USB Power Delivery 3.0

For an average user, Google Pixel 7 Pro will sufficiently serve you for several days without the need for a recharge. You should have your device fully juiced up within an hour and ready for another run. The other charging options are equally handy and applicable depending on your presence and circumstances.

Pros and Cons of Google Pixel 7 Pro

Pros

• Powerful battery
• Fast charging Support
• Wireless charging support
• Powerful Rear Camera
• 4K video captures support for both front and back cameras
• Running on latest Android 13 OS
• Corning Gorilla Glass Victus display protection
• IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins)
• Bright display – ~512 ppi density, 1000 nits (HBM), 1500 nits (peak)
• Massive internally build memory space
• Optical Zoom on main camera
• gyro-EIS support
• Latest USB Type-C 3.2
• Fingerprint Sensor (under display, optical)
• Very good loudspeakers

Cons

• Low front camera for such a premium device
• Big and heavy handset
• No additional memory support
• A huge Price slapped on the device

Verdict

If you value high end devices and look at unique features and well as optimal performance, Google Pixel 7 Pro is your smartphone. It certainly gives Samsung Galaxy Ultra 22, Apple iPhone 14 Plus and Oppo Find X5 Pro a run for their money.

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The Google Pixel 7a price in Kenya is Ksh 60,000. The Google Pixel 7a features a 6.2-inch AMOLED, 90Hz display, Android 13, and Google Tensor G2 processor with Mali-G710 MC10 GPU. It also comes with a dual 64 MP + 13 MP rear camera and a 13 MP front camera for selfies. The Pixel 7a runs on a 8GB Ram with 128GB storage and all this is powered by a 4385 mAh battery. The phone arrives in the colors, Charcoal, Snow, Sea, Coral. You can buy it in Kenya today at Malike Digital for the best price.

Physical Attributes

Google Pixel 7a measures 152 x 72.9 x 9 mm and weighs 193.5g. Indeed, it is a heavy and massive phone by these dimensions.

The body of the Pixel 7a is made of:

• Scratch-resistant Corning Gorilla Glass 3 cover glass
• Fingerprint-resistant coating
• 3D thermoformed composite back with tactile alloy frame and visor
• The aluminum in the housing is 100% recycled content
• The packaging uses 99% plastic-free material

The phone is a twin SIM, supporting Nano-SIM and eSIM. It has IP67 ratings, being both dust and water-resistant. The phone comes in Charcoal, Snow, Sea, and Coral colors.

What is in the Box

• One-metre USB-C to USB-C cable (USB 2.0)
• Support Card
• Quick Switch adaptor
• SIM tool

Camera Performance

The phone comes along with the following:

Main Camera:

• 64 MP, f/1.9, 26mm (wide), 1/1.73″, 0.8µm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS
• 13 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1.12µm.

The main camera is capable of recording 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, OIS videos

Selfie Camera:

• 13 MP, f/2.2, 20mm (ultrawide), 1.12µm

The front-facing camera records 4K and 1080p videos Great photos are made simple with Google Pixel 7a. Spend less time getting the perfect selfie with a 95° ultrawide field view. The Pixel 7a brings fantastic clarity and vibrant details to every photo – even in low light. With a 120° field of view, get more of the landscape or fit more friends into the frame.

Photo Editing

With Google Tensor G2’s advanced image processing, you can take amazing pictures in low light, fix blurry photos, or erase objects with a few taps. With a tap, sharpen and brighten picture-imperfect photos – even ones from non-Pixel phones. Make unwanted objects or photobombs disappear. Or change the color and brightness so that an object blends right in. Now it’s easier to create rich, vibrant photos when it’s dark – city lights, portraits in low sunshine, and starry skies with Astrophotography.

The Pixel 7a camera includes Super Res Zoom. So, you can get up close without an extra telephoto lens. Add motion, texture, and artful blurring – including light trails – to waterfalls, crowds, city streets, and more. All without a tripod. Pixel’s camera software has been tuned to accurately and beautifully represent diverse skin tones in your photos.

Google Pixel 7a Performance

Google Tensor G2 is the same custom chip in Pixel 7 Pro. Tensor G2 and 8 GB of RAM make the Pixel 7a fast, secure, and efficient, with improved audio calls, excellent battery life, and unique photos and videos.

The Tensor G2 chipset:

• Boosts battery life: Every aspect of Tensor G2 is designed to improve the Pixel’s performance and efficiency for excellent battery life. It runs Google’s machine-learning models with less power and latency. And it makes Pixel phones super-fast and helpful.
• Secure to the Core: Tensor G2 uses secure computing to safeguard your apps. And Tensor’s built-in security core works with the certified Titan M2 security chip to keep your PINs and passwords safe. Titan M2 meets the same rigorous protection guidelines trusted by banks, operators, and governments.
• Great photography is made simple: Tensor G2’s advanced image processors and Google’s cutting-edge computational photography work together to improve your photos’ quality and processing speed. This powerful system can instantly fuse images to enhance features like Super Res Zoom.
• Supports and enables super intelligent dictation: the Tensor G2 runs Google’s latest advanced speech recognition. Your Pixel understands how you speak and learns the names of your family and friends, favorite places, and more. And it gets even better over time.
• Enables amazing Graphics: Tensor G2’s GPU runs efficiently, and when paired with 8 GB of RAM, the Pixel 7a delivers smooth, real-time rendering for stunning, fluid graphics.

Operating System

Pixel 7a runs on Android 13 OS. The new OS provides themed app icons, enabling you to customize your phone to your style. With expanded themed app icons, you can set more apps -not just Google apps – to match your phone’s wallpaper tint and colors. Android 13 has a new media player that fully displays album artwork and features a dancing playback bar.

Assign different language settings to individual apps so you can move fluidly between languages on your device, just like in real life. From the moment you turn on your device, Android works to keep your data safe and secure. With Android 13, you have more control over what information apps can and can’t access—including specific photos, videos, and clipboard history.

Processing Unit

Pixel 7a comes equipped with Octa-core (2×2.85 GHz Cortex-X1 & 2×2.35 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4×1.80 GHz Cortex-A55), which enables efficiency in operations, multi-tasking and intensive use. For gaming, Mali-G710 MP7 provides a solid basis for the best user experience for low, mid and high-setting games without the phone stuttering, lagging or overheating.

Memory Space

Pixel 7a comes installed with 128GB and 8GB RAM. For internal space optimization, the Google phone utilizes UFS 3.1 technology. To meet the needs of most 5G devices, such as Google Pixel 7a, UFS 3.1 offers write speeds up to 3x faster than the previous generation of Universal Flash Storage. At 1,200MB/s, this drive enhances high performance and helps prevent buffering when downloading files to enjoy the low-latency connectivity of 5G in an ever-connected world. The phone does not support additional memory, with no MicroSD slot available.

Enhanced Security Features on the Pixel 7a

The Google smartphone is secured to the core. It features extra online protection at no additional cost. Pixel 7a uses VPN by Google One to help protect your online activity, no matter which app or web browser you use. You can access your phone by simply glancing at it or tapping. Face Unlock or Fingerprint Unlock opens your phone quickly and securely.

With Google Tensor G2 and the certified Titan M2 security chip, the Pixel 7a is built with multiple layers of security to help keep your info safe. Pixel makes protecting your phone, accounts and passwords easier by showing security and privacy settings in one place. You’ll get at least five years of security updates and be notified about risks and easy steps to secure your data.

Usability of the Google Pixel 7a

You can search your phone all at once. Quickly find apps, messages, photos and other content in a single search. See what you need when you need it. At a Glance notifies you with the info you need at the right time, like when to leave for a flight, your boarding pass at the airport16 and weather alerts. Over time, Pixel gets better. Every few months, Pixel gets automatic Feature Drops – new features for the camera, battery, calls and more. So you don’t have to keep getting a new phone.

Network AND Connectivity

The smartphone is 5G network enabled. For the best connectivity and optimal user experience, the Google Pixel 7a comes installed with the following:

• Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) with 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz + 6 GHz, HE80, MIMO
• Bluetooth v5.3 + LE, BT diversity
• NFC
• Google Cast
• GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, BeiDou

Communication

Pixel 7a comes installed with Stereo speakers and two microphones for media and audio support noise suppression. For ease of use and communication, the phone comes equipped with several sensors:

• Proximity sensor
• Ambient light sensor
• Accelerometer
• Gyrometer
• Magnetometer
• Barometer

Unfortunately, the phone has no 3.5mm jack port and does not support FM Radio. You have to use the Type C port or connect via Bluetooth or WI-FI, depending on what you are looking for.

Phone Powering System

Google Pixel 7a is powered by a powerful, Li-Po 4385 mAh, non-removable battery. Fast charging is supported on the phone, with an 18W fast charger coming along. It also supports wireless charging (7.5W).

Pros and Cons of Google Pixel 7a

Pros

• Spectacular set of cameras for the best capture and experience
• Captures 4K and 1080p videos
• High-performance processing unit
• Faster RAM and sufficient ROM
• The superb software experience on the latest Android 13
• Supports fast charging
• Supports wireless charging
• A great chipset for high performance is installed on the Pixel 7a
• It is dust and waterproof, with IPX7 ratings

Cons

• It features a plastic back, which is odd for such a premium smartphone
• It gets a little hot when put to intensive use
• Slow wired and wireless charging compared to other models within the price range and specs
• It is not the best for gaming
• It does not support additional memory
• Highly-priced smartphone
• Battery cannot last the whole day
• Only three years of OS update support
• Limited refresh rate at 90Hz

Google Pixel 7a Specs & Price in Kenya

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