Google is gearing up to launch its new Pixel 8a at the upcoming I/O developer event, set to take place in two weeks. Leaks have already revealed details about the specifications and design of the new handset, and now, there is also some information on the price of the device. According to reliable tipster OnLeaks, the 128GB version of the Pixel 8a will retail for $499, while a new 256GB storage option will be available for $559.
Despite concerns about a potential price hike, it appears that Google is not planning to increase the cost of the base model of the Pixel 8a. The 128GB version will be priced similarly to the previous Pixel 7a, while the new 256GB option offers more storage at a slightly higher price point. The design of the Pixel 8a is expected to follow the principles of the Pixel 8, featuring rounder edges and a less boxy design compared to the Pixel 7 series.
In terms of specifications, the Pixel 8a is rumored to come with an improved 120Hz OLED display with a maximum brightness of 1400 nits. The camera sensor in the Pixel 8a is said to be the same 64MP Sony IMX787 sensor found in the previous model, while the device will be powered by a slightly downgraded version of the Tensor G3 chipset from the flagship Pixel 8 range. Additionally, promotional images suggest that the Pixel 8a will receive seven years of security patches, although details about Android updates and support remain unclear.
It is also uncertain what AI capabilities the Pixel 8a will offer, but there is speculation that Google will focus on features such as Gemini and generative AI at the I/O event. The company may have surprises in store for the Pixel 8a in terms of AI technology. With only a few weeks left until the official launch of the Pixel 8a, more details are expected to be revealed at the I/O developer event. Stay tuned for updates on Google’s latest budget-friendly smartphone.
