Google I/O 2023: What to Expect from the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro Smartphones

Google’s annual developer’s conference, I/O 2023, has been scheduled for May 10. The event is highly anticipated by technology enthusiasts and industry insiders, as Google is expected to unveil its latest Pixel series smartphones, including the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro. As was the case with last year’s event, where the Pixel 7 Series was teased, Google is likely to offer a sneak peek of the upcoming Pixel 8 Series.

While details about the hardware upgrades that the Pixel 8 Series might receive remain undisclosed, it has been reported that the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro have been codenamed “Shiba” and “husky,” respectively, and are scheduled to launch in the latter half of 2023. However, there is some exclusive information about the design of the Pixel 8 Pro, courtesy of the popular smartphone leaker @onleaks.

Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro rumoured features

According to the leak, the Pixel 8 Pro will feature a circa 6.7-inch display with a centered punch-hole selfie camera and a flat panel, rather than a curved one. The device measures 162.6×76.5×8.7mm, with a thickness of approximately 12mm, including the camera bump. The display has been resized to create more rounded corners, resulting in a slightly smaller overall size.

The USB Type-C port and speakers will be located on the bottom edge, while the top edge remains unoccupied. The power button and volume rocker will be situated on the right edge, and the Google logo will be located on the back. Finally, the SIM tray can be found on the left edge.

In addition to the aforementioned design changes, the Pixel 8 Pro will also feature a dual-camera setup on the back, which is a step up from the single-camera setup on the Pixel 7. As for other hardware upgrades, we will have to wait for the official announcement at Google I/O 2023.

Overall, the upcoming Pixel 8 Pro seems to be a promising addition to Google’s Pixel series lineup. With its updated design and dual-camera setup, the Pixel 8 Pro is likely to attract a significant amount of attention from smartphone enthusiasts. The Pixel 8 5G is also expected to be showcased at the event, making the 2023 Google I/O conference an event to look forward to.