Google Pixel 9a Launches April 10 Following Resolved Component Issue
The mid-range smartphone will be available in the US, Canada, and UK first, with subsequent releases in Europe and Asia-Pacific regions.
- Google confirmed the Pixel 9a will launch on April 10, 2025, in the US, Canada, and UK, followed by April 14 in Europe and April 16 in select Asia-Pacific regions.
- The release was delayed from its original March timeline due to a 'component quality issue,' which has now been addressed.
- Priced at $499, the Pixel 9a features a Tensor G4 processor, a 6.3-inch 120Hz display, and a 5,100mAh battery, offering strong performance for its cost.
- The device introduces a flat-back design, departing from the camera bump of previous models, and promises seven years of software and security updates.
- While equipped with AI-powered camera features, the Pixel 9a lacks certain premium functionalities like satellite SOS and full Gemini AI capabilities.