The Pixel 8a has been the subject of rumors for a while now, with leaks popping up left and right. Even Google Fi itself accidentally spilled some beans on what we can expect from the upcoming device. Most recently, a tipster caught a glimpse of the phone on a US carrier’s website.
Leaker Evan Blass was quick to spot the Pixel 8a on UScellular’s website. Apparently, the carrier had uploaded a tutorial for the device before swiftly taking it down.
But Blass managed to grab a screenshot that revealed the Obsidian color variant, along with the previously leaked colors Porcelain, Bay, and Mint.
In terms of design, it seems the Pixel 8a is taking a different route from its predecessor, the Pixel 7a. It’s got curvier edges and thicker bezels, but the carrier listing doesn’t reveal the back of the device. However, leaks so far hint at a switch from the 7a’s glossy finish to a matte texture.
There are also whispers that Pixel 8a will feature a 6.1-inch OLED display boasting a 120Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 1,400 nits. Powering it could be the Tensor G3 chip, though probably a slightly dialed-down version compared to the one in the Pixel 8 series.
Battery life might also get a boost from the 7a, according to a recent rumor, possibly with faster charging capabilities.
Google I/O is right around the corner on May 14th, and it’s expected the tech giant will announce the smartphone at the event.
There’s talk of a price increase over the $499 Pixel 7a, which could shake things up in the mid-range phone market of 2024. Whether this affects its chances of being the best mid-range phone of the year remains to be seen.
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