

An Hour (and more) of Pixel 8 ft. Mishaal Rahman
Oct 9, 2023
Mishaal Rahman, a hardcore Android nerd, joins the podcast to discuss Pixel 8 announcement week. They cover topics like Pixel 8 Pro features, Pixel Watch 2, Android 14, and the use of the Pixel 8's insecure selfie camera for secure payments. They also talk about Google Assistant becoming a full-blown AI and the improved Magic Eraser feature of the Pixel 8 Pro. The hosts compare the Pixel 8 to the Pixel 7, discuss camera features, and share mixed opinions on the video boost feature. They also touch on the Xperia 1 Mark 4, Sony phones, upcoming Pixel Watch 2, Audible for WearOS, and the integration of Bard into Google Assistant.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Pixel 8 Pro Features and Launch Event Experience
04:18 • 9min
Comparing Pixel 8 to Pixel 7: Design and Features
13:28 • 25min
Camera Features and Pro Controls
38:16 • 15min
Mixed Opinions on Pixel 8's Video Boost Feature
53:01 • 21min
Discussion on the Pixel watch two, its features, and a pre-order deal
01:14:29 • 2min
Discussion on Xperia 1 Mark 4, Sony phones, and upcoming Pixel Watch 2
01:16:58 • 2min
Audible for WearOS and Google Assistant with Bard
01:18:28 • 2min
The Battle over AI Assistance and the Integration of Bard
01:20:36 • 5min
Using Pixel 8 and Pixel A Pro's Selfie Camera for Authentication
01:25:15 • 17min