Usually, Google starts the pre-orders of its Pixel devices as soon as they are unveiled while the sale starts at a later point. But this practice seems to have changed for Pixel 9a devices due to a quality issue.
Google officially unveiled Pixel 9a smartphone in global as well as Indian markets last week but the company is said to have postponed the release of the device. As per a statement given to The Verge by Google spokesperson Matt Flegal, the company is checking on a component quality issue that’s affecting a small number of Pixel 9a devices. Even the review units of the device are not distributed to the media. The shipping is said to start sometime in April.
Earlier Pixel 9a banner was made live on Flipkart but clicking on the banner did not reveal any further details. But that’s not the case now, the Flipkart microsite now reveals some key details about the device like Magic Editor, Gemini, Add me feature, Macro focus feature, Best Take feature, up to 30 hours battery life, 7 years of OS and security updates. Again there is a Coming Soon message.
In India, it arrives in Iris, Porcelain, and Obsidian while it is priced at Rs 49,999.
Pixel 9a: Specifications
Pixel 9a features a 6.3-inch Actua OLED display with a 1080 x 2424 resolution, a 20:9 aspect ratio, and a smooth 60–120Hz refresh rate. Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protects the screen, which reaches up to 2,700 nits peak brightness for better visibility in bright conditions. Google-powered the Pixel 9a with its Tensor G4 processor, pairing it with 8GB of RAM and 128GB or 256GB of internal storage to ensure smooth performance for daily tasks and multitasking.
For photos and videos, Google equipped the Pixel 9a with a 48-megapixel main rear camera, featuring a 1/2-inch sensor, optical image stabilization (OIS), closed-loop autofocus, and an f/1.7 aperture. The camera also supports Super Res Zoom up to 8x. Alongside it, the phone includes a 13-megapixel ultrawide camera with a 120-degree field of view and an f/2.2 aperture, providing flexibility for wide-angle shots.
For selfies and video calls, the Pixel 9a sports a 13-megapixel front-facing camera with an f/2.2 aperture, ensuring sharp and clear images. The device also records 4K video at 30/60 fps and offers AI-powered photography features like Macro Focus, Add Me, and Best Take to enhance image quality.
A 5,100mAh battery keeps the Pixel 9a running for over 30 hours on a single charge. The device supports 23W wired charging and Qi wireless charging, offering flexibility for users. Google built the Pixel 9a with durability in mind, giving it an IP68 rating for water and dust resistance and a satin metal frame with a fingerprint-resistant coating.
