Google Pixel 9a launch date and pre-order details tipped online: Know when and what to expect

Google is gearing up to launch the Pixel 9a in March 2025 with exciting upgrades in design, performance, and more likely. Here’s what to expect.

By: MD IJAJ KHAN
| Updated on: Jan 31 2025, 07:07 IST
Google Pixel 9 first impression: An AI-packed smartphone with impressive upgrades
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1/5 Google recently launched the Pixel 9 series with four models. I got the chance to experience the standard Pixel 9 smartphone and here’s my first impression. This year Google has integrated some design changes with a new camera module. From the design perspective, Pixel 9 is an iPhone look-alike if you do not pay attention to the camera module. However, Pixel 9 feels good in hand and it is quite compact.  (Aishwarya Panda/HT Tech)
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2/5 The display of Pixel 9 is slightly bigger than last year, however, I did not feel much of a difference in terms of size. However, the visuals of the smartphone are quite pleasing and impressive as I am thoroughly enjoying watching OTT content. Furthermore, the brightness has also been improved from 2000nits to 2700nits which has been working well during direct sunlight conditions.  (Aishwarya Panda/HT Tech)
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3/5 Since Pixel smartphones are known for their camera performance. Over the past few days, I have been experimenting with several aspects of Pixel 9’s camera performance. While it is capturing promising daylight images, I noticed some saturation when capturing images in low-light conditions. However, Pixel 9’s portrait mode captured top-notch images as I tried to do some gadget photography.  (Aishwarya Panda/HT Tech)
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4/5 What’s impressive about Pixel 9 is that, it offers plenty of AI features. I have been experimenting with several AI-powered features such as AI wallpaper, Magic Eraser, and Pixel Studio, and so far it is providing promising responses. While there is more to explore, I find the smartphone amusing as I am a first-time Pixel user. (Aishwarya Panda/HT Tech)
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5/5 Another thing which I noticed about the Pixel 9 is that it offers quite a decent battery life despite featuring a 4700mAh battery. The smartphone almost lasts up to a day with a single charge which is convincing. On the other hand, the charging speed is also decent as it takes about 1.5 hours to fully charge the device. If you are wondering about the performance then, the full review of the smartphone will come soon.  (Aishwarya Panda/HT Tech)
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Google Pixel 9a is expected to launch in March 2025 with pre-orders starting a week earlier. (Representative image) (Google)

The Google Pixel 9a is expected to launch in March 2025, with pre-orders opening a week before its release. According to new reports, the device will be available for purchase starting March 26th. Pre-ordering for the smartphone will begin on March 19th, marking an earlier availability than its predecessor, the Pixel 8a, which launched in May 2024. This new release schedule follows Google's strategy of spacing out its product launches this year.

The Google Pixel 9a is expected to follow in the footsteps of the Pixel 8a, with the possibility of continuing its relationship with the e-commerce platform Flipkart for sales in India. The previous model went on sale in India starting May 14th, 2024, after its global launch on May 7th.

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Google Pixel 9A
  • 8 GB RAM
  • 128 GB Storage
  • 6.3 inches Display Size
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Google Pixel 9a: Price (Expected)

According to the Android Headlines report, the anticipated price for the Pixel 9a will be around $499 (approximately Rs. 43,000) for the 128GB variant. The 256GB version could be priced at $599 (around Rs. 51,700). This is an increase in price for the higher storage variant, which was $40 more than the Pixel 8a's 256GB model. However, the base 128GB model will retain the same price as its predecessor.

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Google Pixel 9a: Features and Specifications (Expected)

Reports suggest that the Pixel 9a might get some notable upgrades over the Pixel 8a. It could feature a larger 6.285-inch display with peak brightness levels reaching 2,700 nits and HDR brightness of 1,800 nits, providing a more vibrant viewing experience. It may come with the same Gorilla Glass 3 protection as the Pixel 8a.

On the camera front, the Pixel 9a is likely to sport a 48MP GN8 main camera paired with a Sony IMX712 ultrawide lens, offering improvements over the 8a's setup. The front camera may remain a 13MP sensor, similar to the previous model. Under the hood, the Pixel 9a could be powered by the Google Tensor G4 chipset, an upgrade over the Tensor G3 found in the Pixel 8a.

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Battery life on the Pixel 9a may see significant improvements, with a larger 5,100mAh battery. The phone could also support 23W wired charging and 7.5W wireless charging, offering faster power-ups compared to the 8a's charging speeds. If these rumoured features hold true, the Pixel 9a is poised to bring valuable upgrades to Google's mid-range smartphone lineup.

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