Key Takeaways
1. Google has launched the Pixel 9a, seven months after the Pixel 9 series, featuring a streamlined design.
2. The Pixel 9a includes a 48 MP main camera and a 13 MP ultra-wide camera, with a nearly flush camera setup.
3. It offers advanced AI camera features like ‘Best Shot’ and ‘Add Me’, powered by the Google Tensor G4 chipset.
4. The device has a 6.3-inch 120 Hz OLED display with a resolution of 1080p and high peak brightness.
5. The Pixel 9a starts at $499 for 128 GB storage, includes a 5,100 mAh battery, and promises 7 OS upgrades starting with Android 15.
Google has at last introduced the Pixel 9a, seven months after launching the Pixel 9 series with flagship models like the Pixel 9 Pro (currently priced at $849 on Amazon). As anticipated, the fresh Pixel A device features a more streamlined design when compared to the Pixel 8a, which is still quite new.
Camera Innovations
With the Pixel 9a, Google has opted for a nearly flush camera setup. To achieve this sleek look, the company has equipped the phone with a 48 MP main camera that has a 1/2-inch optical format and an f/1.7 aperture, falling short in specs compared to the one found in the Pixel 9. This is also true for the ultra-wide camera, which delivers 13 MP resolution with a 1/1.31-inch optical format and an f/2.2 aperture.
AI Features and Display
Despite these differences, Google maintains its commitment to offering a range of AI camera functionalities, including ‘Best Shot’ and ‘Add Me’, which combines several photos into one group image. The Pixel 9a is powered by Google’s Tensor G4 chipset and boasts a 120 Hz OLED screen that spans 6.3 inches, providing a resolution of 1080p and a peak brightness of 1,800 nits, or 2,700 nits for HDR content.
Battery and Pricing Details
On top of that, Google has incorporated a 5,100 mAh battery that is capable of both wireless charging and 30 W wired charging through a USB 3.2 Type-C port. The starting price for the Pixel 9a is $499 for 128 GB of storage, but it goes up to $599 for double the storage while maintaining the same 8 GB of RAM. Google plans to start selling the Pixel 9a next month, with a promise of 7 OS upgrades beginning from Android 15.
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