Google Pixel 9a unboxing and first look (simplified)

Google has launched the Pixel 9a in India as an updated version of last year's Pixel 8a. It brings a number of improvements - a bigger battery, a brighter screen and the same powerful Tensor G4 chip as the more expensive Pixel 9 series.

Here's a simplified unboxing and first look

What's in the box

Google Pixel 9a (shown in Obsidian colour)

USB-C to USB-C cable (USB 2.0)

Quick start guide

SIM ejector tool

Note: There's no charger included in the box.

Display and design

Screen size: 6.3-inch FHD+ OLED (up from 6.1-inch on Pixel 8a)

Refresh rate: 120Hz for smooth scrolling

Brightness: 2700 nits peak brightness (35% brighter than Pixel 8a)

Protection: Corning Gorilla Glass 3

Bezels: Slightly larger bottom bezel, but still smaller than Pixel 8a

Flat metal frame (different from the curved one on Pixel 8a)

Antenna bands visible

Power and volume buttons on the right

SIM tray at the bottom, supports eSIM

USB-C port, microphone, and speaker at the bottom

Second microphone at the top

Runs on Android 15

Updates promised for 7 years (Security+ feature lacks)

Performance and Hardware

Powered by Tensor G4 chip (same as Pixel 9/9 Pro)

Includes Titan M2 security chip

8GB RAM

Good performance for daily use

Can get hot during heavy gaming

In-display fingerprint scanner

Rear cameras:

Main camera: 48MP, f/1.7 aperture with OIS (supports macro shots)

Ultra-wide camera: 13MP, 120° field of view, f/2.2

Video: Up to 4K at 60fps

Front camera:

13MP selfie camera in center punch-hole

Supports 4K video recording

Camera features include:

Magic Editor, Best Tech, Magic Eraser

Audio Magic Eraser

Night Sight, Astrophotography

Panorama with Night Sight

Missing Features:

No Pixel Screenshot feature (helps organize screenshots)

No Call Notes feature (requires 12GB RAM for Gemini Nano AI)

Battery and Charging

Battery size: 5100mAh (largest ever in Pixel A-series)

Charging:

23W fast charging

7.5W wireless charging

Other Features

IP68 water resistance (better than Pixel 8a's IP67)

Comes in 3 colours: Obsidian, Porcelain and New Iris

Porcelain colour doesn't show fingerprints

Price and Availability

Price: Rs. 49,999 (MRP) for 256GB model

Available: Flipkart starting April 16

Launch offer: Bank discount of Rs 3,000 available

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