Google is all set to add a new member to its Pixel Family in May 2024. The third smartphone in the Google Pixel 8 Series, namely the Google Pixel 8a is gearing up to launch during the I/O 2024. It will be the third in the Pixel 8 Series after Google Pixel 8 and Google Pixel 8 Pro that were launched in 2023. Google usually launches its Pixel A Series smartphones between May and July every year and the trend will continue this year as well.
A few days ago, we at Smartprix laid our hands on some High-Quality renders of the Google Pixel 8a, which gave us an idea of how it would look like, now some live images of Pixel 8a have surfaced online that show us Google Pixel 8a real-life conditions.
Google Pixel 8a: Live Images
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Tipster TechDroider on X shared some live images of Pixel 8a. The images showcase the front as well as back of the Pixel smartphone and the design is in tandem with the HD renders that came out earlier.
Pixel 8a has a rounded design language and features a matte finish on the back panel. There are noticeable bezels around the screen and the tactile volume rockers and power button can be seen on the right edge.
The back has a familiar horizontal strap that is slightly protruding and houses dual camera sensors along with an LED flash. The live image shows Pixel 8a in black color (obsidian variant), but there will be other shades available at the launch event.
Tipster OnLeaks has claimed that these live images as photoshopped and have no significance at all. If this is true or not remains to be seen
Google Pixel 8a: Expected Price
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Reliable tipster Yogesh Brar has used the microblogging platform X to claim that Google Pixel 8a will cost between 500 USD and 550 USD. In Indian rupees, it means somewhere between Rs. 41,648 and Rs. 45,813. Pixel 7a was launched in India for Rs. 43,999 so the pricing of Pixel 8a seems believable.
Google Pixel 8a: Expected Features
The upcoming Google Pixel 8a is said to be powered by a Tensor G3 chipset with up to 256GB of storage. It is expected to feature a 6.1-inch FHD+ OLED panel with a 120Hz refresh rate and run Android 14 out of the box.
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In terms of camera optics, there is said to be a 64MP main camera with OIS along with a 13MP ultrawide sensor. At the front will be a 13MP sensor as well. The Pixel is expected to pack a 4500mAh battery with 27W wired fast charging. The Google Pixel 8a will reportedly measure 152.1×72.6×8.9mm and come in bay (light blue), mint (light green), obsidian (black), and porcelain (beige) shades.
Google launched Pixel 7a in May 2023 while Pixel 6a was announced in July 2022. Similarly, Pixel 8a will come out in May 2024 (Google I/O 2024).
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