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Google introduced the Tensor series of chips with the Pixel 6 series in 2021. It was meant to usher in a range of chips specially tailored by Google to keep up with its class-leading AI-based software features. Just three Tensor chips in, and many of Google’s new AI features need to be off-loaded to the cloud for processing.
The Pixel 8 Pro feels like a solid evolution from the Pixel 7, but it isn't perfect.
Google has taken the extraordinary step to block reviewers from being able to download popular chip testing benchmarks directly through its Play Store, surprising reviewers of its latest Pixel 8 series smartphones. Incredibly, the company has extended this block to include all new customers of its Pixel 8 phones following the launch, in attempt to suppress the widespread distribution of results.
The Pixel 8 is also one of the best small Android phones you can buy.
Google is pushing the Pixel 8 Pro as an AI-first smartphone. Has it succeeded?