Google Pixel 8 Pro: 5 best and 5 worst things

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In this video, Zach takes a look at some of the great and not so great things about the 2023 flagship entry from Google. This is the Google Pixel 8 Pro: 5 best and 5 worst things
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[@jessyk2579]

Most reviewers do not blame apple for slow charging. But they do blame Google. I want to understand why?

[@MrNightpwner]

Apple users are in a cult.

[@jessyk2579]

@@MrNightpwner When apple was still on 60 hertz display MKBHD didn't say anything, but when pixel 6a launched with 60 hertz display, MKBHD blasted like anything. That is very very very unfair. All reviewers conveniently forgive and forget crimes committed by Apple.

[@METAx55]

Because it doesn't matter what Apple does. They will never be seriously criticized for anything.

[@hienho15]

A pixel video but have apple in your nightmare...the channel is call Android police. The often offended Android people.

[@jessyk2579]

I'd appreciate it if Pixel enthusiasts contributed to the ecosystem like Apple fans instead of focusing on minor issues.

[@ismailakram]

Honor Magic5 Pro also does secure Face Unlock and can be used in many apps.

[@SneakyJoeRu]

Tell me. If you make a 50 mpx raw photo and download it to your pc - what resolution do you have shown on your pc?

[@mitismee]

Can you do customization video for this?

[@dip1697]

I've had the 8 Pro since launch and have not had any issues whatsoever. Really love this phone and I'm glad that the overheating issue is improved, although maybe with a hit on gaming performance but I don't game on my phone so idc.

[@Smartsparky]

Why would anyone choose this over a Samsung? As far as an android goes customisation is at its worst. Can’t mirror to tv without a chrome cast, can’t clip an image from a photo, the fingerprint sensor is a total joke for a 2nd year in a row and the battery life can’t compete with S23 Ultra.

[@ruthwik081]

Does any one know if photosphere will be back or not on pixel 8 pro?

[@sassylrhg]

I need to use a stylus to write...cannot find one that works with the Pixel 8 Pro...suggestions?

[@AndrewHahaLee]

For everything it is, the 8 Pro should've been priced at $800 max. It doesn't help that after overseas shipping, this device is just $100 less than a S23 Ultra that has better performance, faster charging and storage, more consistent software, and better integration with external workflows. Software tricks alone aren't worth a thousand bucks. And there's no reason to spend a thousand dollars if all people do on a phone is scroll content and browse the web.

[@TheFCBR80]

Just get the phone from the carrier it's way cheaper. Here in Canada Rogers is given out the phone for financing at 27$ CAD a month so 648$CAD which is 473$ US or you can even lease it for just 10$ CAD / month so 240$ CAD or just 175$ US. it's dirt cheap. No iPhone 15 Is close to being this cheap or Samsung flagship

[@chadchadwick1990]

I 💯 agree. This is not a $1,000 phone. It's one of the best Pixel devices but still they are not there yet.

[@drtmi8789]

But with the S23 you have to deal with their shitty UI.

[@mjjones1045]

​@@drtmi8789that's your opinion. Samsung sales miles more than an pixels. We love Samsung's software. Pixels are boring with limitations. Android should never have limitations

[@drtmi8789]

@@mjjones1045 I have 3 Samsungs and they the Ui is only slightly better than IOS. Pixels are supposed to be vanilla android without any of the other manufacturers garbage added in. Go watch you sammy vids if you love them so much.

[@JoeBarksdale]

Where can I find the wallpapers?

[@Betancourtdm]

Some those might have been AI wallpapers the P8P can make on the device.

[@ankushmandal4979]

One4Wall wallpaper app given by the name 'Sunset 1'

[@ijazzy2011]

Most reviewer are biased towards apple. MKBHD is one such reviewer

[@AdrianCavanagh]

My only issue with mine is WiFi connection. I'm regularly having to restart my phone to connect. Especially if I'm somewhere I don't go everyday, like a local coffee shop or something. Something I've never had to do with any other phone.

[@turkishultranationalist]

Well I have an S22 which always does the same thing So stop blaming Pixel now

[@AdrianCavanagh]

​@@turkishultranationalistI'm just saying. Chill. Jeez. I had an S21, that never had this issue. Nor did any of my phones waaay back to my HTC Desire (first smartphone I had). I don't think I declared it as a Pixel only issue, but certainly an issue with my Pixel.

[@elwittinio2865]

My pixel 7 pro had data and no signal issues, and what a nightmare to sort under warranty. Would never buy another pixel, Oppo find X5 pro miles better in every way.

[@shahezahmed9960]

which game was that?

[@chihebdc]

what is the name of the games played ?

[@rahulsreekumar_]

Where can I download that 8 pro wallpaper?

[@ankushmandal4979]

One4Wall wallpaper app given by the name 'Sunset 1'

[@soccerguy2433]

Honestly no reason to "upgrade" a phone any earlier than 3 years now (minimum).

[@harry1583]

Maybe 2 years for non flagship phones?

[@sfuguy]

Yup, I have Pixel Pro 6. 8 is obviously better, but not $1000 better.

[@YSL_CODO]

​@@sfuguy In the same boat. I think i will wait for the Pixel 9 pro. I have 6 pro and nothing has convinced me in this 8 pro to upgrade..in that $1k price point too. Not worth it

[@ereseven]

Pixel still produce below par videography comparing other flagship. This is Tensor Exynos issues I suppose b

[@Uncle_Drew0227]

Zachary Anderson 🇵🇭

[@zfmohsin]

The negatives are too easy to be ignored! Well done @google.

[@mattalford3932]

Samsung phones back to the s20 will unlock banking apps with face unlock

[@Agitated_Hamster]

ummmm.....Face unlock for banking applications!? 😂hell no!

[@williamlandry5413]

omg ur so cool

[@Agitated_Hamster]

@@williamlandry5413 thank you

[@gadzhev79]

So when apple said we will add photo stuff later in the year no one was crying but if pixel it ia unfinished product;) Apple storage is always garbage 64gb now 128 no one cry about but pixel no can’t do that

[@nycalien]

I returned mine. I used it for about 2 weeks returned it. It's my personal phone and my office hone with outlook and Teams. There were few issues. Software was also a problem, For one, You can't remove that stupid search bar from the bottom of the screen. I paid $1000 and i Don't have full control of my phone?!! I cannot remove stuff i don't want from the screen?!! WTF was that thinking? don't remember much because I returned it about 3 weeks ago, but there was few other software negatives that I can't remember now. I was thinking was this seriously made by google? It's their own OS and it's very messy. Don't even sstart me on the battery life. I'm coming from an LG V60 which even today after 3 years of use still can run about day and a half on a single charge. The phone gets hot. Specially if you're on 5G and watching a streaming video, it gets ho5 around the camera. Amazing cameras though. The Tensor SoC is still not polished to compte with Snapdragon or Apple silicone. I hope google will come strong big next year.

[@andrewcairnsmrkiplin]

1000 dollars not worth it at all

[@lincolntse4330]

The black Friday deal is $799

[@ayoa3892]

@@lincolntse4330 and with a trade in its even less

[@Kultss77777]

Better to delete this content so boring

[@drtmi8789]

If you fast the battery that fast it won't last two years let alone seven.