Google Pixel 8 and 8 Pro: How to Pre-Order and Get the Best Deal

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In the Android vs. iOS wars, you're part of the Android faithful. So when the new iPhones came out last month, you held out for the release of the Google Pixel 8 and Google Pixel 8 Pro.

The Pixels have a new look, with the Pro cameras appearing in a dark oblong cutout on the sleek metal strip that stretches across the back; the Pixel 8 has more rounded corners.

Both phones have AI-boosted features. Video sound is no longer marred by unwanted background noise with Audio Magic Eraser, which eliminates unwanted noises by distinguishing between speech, noise, music, nature, and crowds. Photos get an AI assist with Best Take, which merges multiple images to make sure everyone gets their best shot. To power all this, there's a new Tensor G3 chip onboard the phones.

The Pixel 8 is $649 for the entry-level (128GB) model and $699 for double the storage (256GB). The Pixel 8 Pro is $999 for 128GB, $1,059 for 256GB, $1,179 for 512GB, and $1,399 for 1TB.

There are ways to cut down on these prices. First, you can sell your current Android device. And then there are the deals that carriers and Google itself are offering.

The Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro are available for pre-order now and launch on Oct. 12.

If you pre-order the Pixel 8 via store.google.com, you'll get a free pair of Pixel Buds Pro. If you preorder the Pixel 8 Pro, you'll get a free Pixel Watch 2. The Google Store appears to be the only place to nab the 1TB Pixel 8 Pro. An unlocked version is available there in black for $1,399.

Google Pixel 8

Google Pixel 8 Pro

Google Pixel 8

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Get a Google Pixel 8 128GB for $15 a month when purchased on an installment plan with a qualifying unlimited plan. No trade-in is required. New and existing customers can