Overview

• Internal command-line references to baseband “a900a” and bootloader “spacecraft,” cited by tipster Mystic Leaks, point to ongoing modem testing for Google’s next flagship.
• A move to MediaTek would replace Samsung’s Exynos modem and extend Google’s recent hardware realignment after shifting Tensor chip fabrication to TSMC.
• The M90 advertises up to 12 Gbps downlink speeds, dual‑active 5G SIM support, mmWave and sub‑6GHz coverage, and integrated satellite connectivity.
• MediaTek claims about 18% lower average modem power use through UltraSave 4.0 and Modem AI, raising expectations for better battery life under 5G loads.
• Engineering samples are expected late 2025, with any final sourcing choice to be made ahead of a likely 2026 Pixel 11 launch.