Google Pixel 8 Pro could feature one major change that will split opinion

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To eSIM or not to eSIM? The Google Pixel 8 Pro might remove physical SIM tray in some territories

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Pictured: Google Pixel 7 Pro(Image credit: Google)

Google Pixel 7 Pro

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The FCC’s disclosure is that there’s not one but seven variants of Google’s phones listed: four of which are thought to be the Pixel 8, three of which are thought to be the Pixel 8 Pro. So what’s that all about? The answer is twofold: one, it’ll be related to eSIM; two, it’ll depend on the 5G modem hardware used, with some model expected to support mmWave.

Pictured (left to right): Google Pixel 7 Pro & Pixel 7(Image credit: Google)

The Google Pixel 7 and Google Pixel 7 Pro

Pictured (left to right): Google Pixel 7 Pro & Pixel 7

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Switching to eSIM isn’t a new concept, of course, theiPhone 14 series in the US specifically made that change– it just didn’t translate to all regions, such as in the UK. It appears that Google is now following a similar format with the Pixel 8 series, hence the double-up of models that the FCC cites, catering for SIM tray and eSIM-only region capabilities.

Elsewhere thePixel 8 series is expected to look a lot like the previous Pixel 7 series– but I think that’s a good thing, given the distinctive design of this handset and how its stands out amongthe best Android phonesas a result. However, do expect acamera boost and a batch of fancy new colours. It’ll be interesting to find out come 4 October exactly what’ll be on offer.

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