Google has introduced its new lineup of Pixel phones, watches, and earbuds, aiming to challenge Apple's dominance in the market. The Pixel 8 and 8 Pro are priced closer to Apple's counterparts, have similar flat-edged screens, and offer face identification for payments. The starting prices of the phones have been raised by $100 each to reflect the upgraded displays and cameras. Despite Google's Android operating system running the majority of smartphones globally, its own hardware accounts for just a fraction of sales.