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Google Pixel 9a Officially Announced at $499 With Redesigned Look and AI Features

The latest addition to Google's midrange lineup offers a flat-back design, upgraded hardware, and seven years of software updates, targeting budget-conscious consumers.

  • The Pixel 9a features a flat-back design, removing the iconic camera bar, and comes in four colors: Iris, Peony, Porcelain, and Obsidian.
  • Powered by the Tensor G4 processor, the phone includes 8GB of RAM and offers 128GB or 256GB storage options.
  • The 6.3-inch OLED display boasts a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate and a peak brightness of 2,700 nits, making it the brightest A-series screen to date.
  • A dual-camera system includes a 48MP main camera and a 13MP ultrawide lens, with Macro Focus introduced for close-up photography.
  • Google promises seven years of software updates and over 30 hours of battery life from its 5,100mAh battery, the largest in any Pixel phone.
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