May 8, 2024: Google has officially introduced its latest smartphone offering: the Pixel 8a. Positioned as an affordable alternative to its flagship counterparts, the Pixel 8a aims to redefine what budget-conscious consumers can expect from a smartphone. The Pixel 8a boasts a sleek design with a glass front and a matte-finish aluminum back. Available in four elegant colors—Aloe Green, Bay Blue, Obsidian Black, and Porcelain White—it exudes a premium feel without breaking the bank.
At the heart of the Pixel 8a is its 6.1-inch OLED display. With a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, it delivers vibrant colors and deep blacks. But what truly sets it apart is the 120Hz refresh rate, ensuring buttery-smooth animations and responsiveness.
The Pixel latest smartphone is available in four colour variants – Aloe, Bay, Obsidian, and Porcelain. There are also two storage variants available – 128GB and 256 GB. The price for the 128 GB version is Rs 52,999 while the 256 GB variant costs Rs 59,999. Check out the offers and deal on Flipkart.
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Here’s a closer look at Pixel 8a
- Tensor G3 Chip and AI Prowess
The Pixel 8a is powered by Google’s custom Tensor G3 chip, the same one found in the flagship Pixel 8 models. This chip enables advanced AI features for pictures, speech recognition, security, and more. It’s paired with 8GB of fast LPDDR5x RAM, ensuring smooth performance.
- Helpful AI Features
Google’s AI prowess shines on the Pixel 8a. You can:
Edit photos with Magic Editor.
Unblur faces in videos.
Use your voice to quickly type messages.
Live translate conversations.
Get proactive suggestions from the Assistant. There’s also Gemini available.
- Dual Cameras with AI Magic
While affordable, the Pixel new smartphone doesn’t compromise on camera quality:
- 64MP main sensor promises stunning shots in any lighting with features like Night Sight, Photo Unblur, Magic Eraser, and Real Tone for accurate skin tones.
- There’s also a 13MP ultrawide camera and a 13MP front camera for selfies.
- For video capture, the Pixel 8a supports 4K recording at up to 60fps along with time-lapse, slo-mo, and various stabilization modes for smooth, cinematic footage.
- Best Take
- Gemini
- Circle to Search
- Call Assist
- Live Translate
- Audio Magic Eraser
- Actual Display
The Pixel 8a sports a vibrant 6.1-inch OLED display with a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels. It offers a 120Hz refresh rate for buttery-smooth scrolling and animations. You’ll enjoy immersive visuals with HDR support, 1400 nits of brightness, and a 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio.
- Durability and Sustainability
Google has made the Pixel 8a its most durable A-series phone yet:
Sturdy metal frame.
Scratch-resistant Gorilla Glass 3.
IP67 water and dust resistance.
The aluminum housing and matte back are made with recycled materials.
Available in Aloe, Bay, Obsidian, and Porcelain colors.
- Impressive Battery Life
The 4,492 mAh battery provides over 24 hours of use on a single charge. Enable Extreme Battery Saver mode, and you can stretch that to 72 hours. It supports wireless charging and fast wired charging up to 18W (though there’s no charging adapter included in the box).
- Long-Term Support
Google promises 7 years of security, OS, and Feature Drop updates for the Pixel 8a. That’s much longer support than most Android phones get, ensuring your Pixel 8a stays protected and gains new features over time.
