A few months from now, the Google Pixel 6a is expected to be released, but the leaks have already begun. When it comes to the next lower-priced phone, Google may be back in the driver’s seat.
Despite the lack of official information from Google, leaks have given us an idea of what the Pixel 6a may look like.
Max Jambor, a well-known and trusted source, claims that the 6a will be on sale in May. Google’s I/O conference will take place on 11-12 May. Pixel a-series items have been released there previously, so it seems reasonable that the 6a will be unveiled at the event this year.
When the Pixel 5a was released last year, we enjoyed it, but it had too many similarities with the Pixel 4a 5G for us to consider it a modern device. A new Pixel 6-style design is also expected this year, as well as updates to the cameras and chipsets, as well as a new battery. This might be just what Google needs to dominate the finest low-cost phones.
For the time being, all we can say with certainty is that it will be one of many new Google products that will be released in 2022. Check out the rest of this article for the most recent Pixel rumours and conjecture.
Predicted release date and pricing for the Google Pixel 6a
We now know Google is working on a Pixel 6a thanks to an odd colouring book leak. Nonetheless, when will it arrive, and how much will it set you back?
The Pixel 5a was launched in the US and Japan on August 26, 2021. Google didn’t say why the phone could only be purchased in two countries, but the industry-wide chip scarcity is likely to have played a role in the decision-making.
The A series seems to be getting a fresh launch date in August, according to Google. As of this writing, the Pixel 3a has been released, but the Pixel 4 has yet to be announced. Despite the COVID-19 epidemic, Google decided to keep the Pixel 4a on the market in August. You’d assume that the Pixel 6a and the Pixel C were on the same page.
However, Google has the option of returning to its May/Google I/O launch timeframe. Max Jambor, a well-known Android leaker, claims that the Pixel 6a will arrive in May. The Pixel Watch is expected to appear in May, which is no coincidence.
This has now been postponed until July owing to persistent chip scarcity concerns, and the Pixel Watch may possibly follow suit, as Prosser has just tweeted.
As far as the Pixel 6a’s pricing is concerned, it’s as uncertain as the timing of its availability. Both the smaller Pixel 3a and the larger Pixel 4a cost $399, while the smaller Pixel 3a came in at $399. After then, the Pixel 5a went raised in price to $449 and got a second camera as well as 5G. Depending on the processor used by Google, the Pixel 6a could cost as little as $449.
This year’s Pixel 6a could face stiff competition from the rumoured arrival of the iPhone SE 3. Based on the rumours, this is how we see an iPhone SE 3 vs. Google Pixel 6a matchup.
a look at Google Pixel 6a’s display and design
Photos of a dummy Google Pixel 6a have revealed how the company’s next budget phone could look like the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro, according to rumours. In addition to the removal of the 3.5mm audio jack, the camera bar seems to be the most notable feature.
Uncertainty surrounds the veracity of these images. Nevertheless, the design language established by the Pixel flagships has been carried over to previous Pixel ‘a’ series phones. Google Pixel 6a renders, supposedly based on the supposedly leaked information, lend further credence to this claim.
Despite the fact that the Pixel 6’s design has divided opinion, it would be a good idea if it was used in the Pixel 6a.
As far as the Pixel 6a’s display is concerned, a large leak by Shadow leak claims it will have a 6.2-inch, 60Hz screen. Even though it’s smaller than the Pixel 5a’s 6.4-inch display, the alleged refresh rate is even more disappointing. There are plenty of devices, even in the Pixel a series price range, that have refresh rates as high as 90Hz, 120Hz, or even higher. Given that the Pixel 6 has a 90Hz panel as standard, Google’s decision to keep the Pixel 6a’s panel at 60Hz is perplexing.
According to a leak from a U.S. carrier database, there will be three colour options: black, white, and a shade of green. That’s a step up from the Pixel 5a, which was only available in monochrome colours.
the Google Pixel 6a’s camera
Twitter user Mishaal Rahman claims the Pixel 6a is a device codenamed ‘bluejay,’ which he obtained through reliable sources. Rahman discovered a possible camera configuration for bluejay that includes Sony IMX363, IMX386 and IMX355 sensors. Shadow leak’s specifications The leak claims that the 6a will have a 12MP primary camera, a 12MP ultrawide camera, and an 8MP front-facing camera, which completes our understanding of the device.
As a point of comparison, the Pixel 5a used the same 12-megapixel IMX363 sensor for its main camera and an 8-megapixel IMX355 for its front-facing camera. A sensor downgrade isn’t warranted because the 16MP IMX481 sensor was used in the ultrawide. The IMX481’s pixels are only 1.0 m in size, whereas its are 1.25 m. Even though the Pixel 6a has a lower pixel count, it should be able to produce better overall images because of its larger pixels.
Google’s Pixel 6a has a lot of power
The Google Tensor chipset from the Pixel 6 is expected to be included in the Pixel 6a, along with either 6GB or 8GB of RAM, according to Shadow leak’s information. That’s also supported by a Geekbench result that appears to be for the 6a, which shows the same specifications as the Tensor chip, plus 6GB of RAM.
Tensor chips can be used in the future, which is good news. In terms of performance, it’s a flagship-worthy chipset that’s comparable to the Snapdragon 888 from last year. With the exception of the iPhone SE or the upcoming iPhone SE 3, the Pixel 6a is the most powerful smartphone in its price range.
Pixel 6a battery and charging port
The Pixel 6a is expected to have a 4,800 mAh battery with 30W charging, according to rumours. Small capacity increase over the Pixel 5a’s 4,680mAh cell and significant increase in charging speed over its 18W.
It’s possible that Google didn’t include chargers for the Pixel 6 series. As such, it’s not surprising that the Pixel 6a comes without one.
The future of the Google Pixel 6a
In the current state of the leaks, the Pixel 6a appears to be even more impressive than the Pixel 5 was when it was first announced. New chipset, a tweak to the ultrawide camera, faster charge times and a larger battery make this phone more powerful than most mid-range phones. All of these changes are greatly appreciated.
The Pixel 6a needs to be priced carefully if Google wants to make our list of the best Android phones. To make the phone even more appealing, the $449 price of the Pixel 5a could be slashed to $400 or less.
Also, we’d like to see the Pixel 6a go on sale in more countries than the US and Japan. Even though there is a global shortage of computer chips, hopefully Google will still allow its fans in other countries to purchase the phone.
An inbuilt fingerprint sensor and a centralised punch-hole camera aperture are described as part of the device’s 6.2-inch flat OLED display, according to the rumour. GSMArena predicts a resolution of 1080 x 2400 with a pixel density of 424 pixels per inch.
The 91Mobiles renderings reveal a design that is extremely similar to that of the Pixel 6 and the Pixel 6 Pro in terms of aesthetics. Black, white, and green colour choices are reportedly included in the Android Police carrier leak cited above.