Excitement Builds as Google Unveils the Refreshing ‘Minty Fresh’ Color for Pixel 8 Series, Set to Debut on January 25th

As Google gears up for the launch of the latest addition to the Pixel 8 series, a new colorway is set to make its debut this week, adding a fresh dimension to the already impressive lineup. This unveiling comes approximately four months after the initial release of both the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro. The Pixel 8 comes in the sophisticated hues of Hazel, Obsidian, and Rose, providing users with diverse options for personalization. Meanwhile, the Pixel 8 Pro boasts a distinct palette featuring Bay, Obsidian, and Porcelain color options.

Under the hood, both smartphones are powered by Google’s Tensor G3 processor and offer storage capacities of up to 256GB. Running on Android 14, these devices showcase their technological prowess with vibrant 120Hz refresh rate displays. The Pixel 8 is equipped with a robust 4,575mAh battery, while its Pro counterpart houses a formidable 5,050mAh battery, ensuring extended usage without compromising performance.

Anticipation for the Pixel 8 series reaches a crescendo as Google’s social media channels tantalizingly tease the arrival of the ‘Minty Fresh’ color option. Scheduled for launch on January 25, the teaser video hints at a light green shade, and the accompanying binary code cryptically translates to “fresh year, fresh drop.” Speculations regarding pricing align with existing variants, with expectations that this new shade will be an exclusive offering available through the Google Store.

To recap, the Pixel 8 lineup encompasses a range of colors including Hazel, Obsidian, and Rose for the Pixel 8, while the Pixel 8 Pro dazzles in Bay, Obsidian, and Porcelain hues, allowing users to choose a device that not only meets their technological needs but also reflects their personal style.

Pixel 8 price in India starts at Rs. 75,999 for the 8GB RAM + 128GB storage model, while the Pixel 8 Pro starts at Rs. 1,06,999 for the 12GB RAM + 128GB storage model.

Google Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro specifications

The Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro run on Android 14. The regular model sports a 6.2-inch full-HD+ (1,080×2,400 pixels) OLED screen with a 120Hz refresh rate. Meanwhile, the Pixel 8 Pro has a 6.7-inch OLED display with Quad-HD (1,344×2,992 pixels) resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. They run on Google’s Tensor G3 chipset and the Titan M2 security chip. The Pixel 8 packs 8GB of RAM while the Pixel 8 Pro has 12GB of RAM.

Pixel 8 has a dual rear camera unit, comprising a 50-megapixel Samsung GN2 sensor and a 12-megapixel ultra wide-angle camera. The Pixel 8 Pro boasts a triple rear camera setup, including a 50-megapixel main sensor, and two 48-megapixel sensors. Both models carry a 10.5-megapixel front camera. The Pixel 8 houses a 4,575mAh battery with support for 27W wired charging. The Pixel 8 Pro is backed by a 5,050mAh battery with support for 30W wired charging.