Google's Pixel 8a Leaked Colors Reveal a Head-Turning Mint
Google has not done its best to keep the Pixel 8a under wraps. After the alleged hands-on image of the device emerged, the entire color range of the Pixel 8a has now been revealed which lends weight to earlier speculation about its color options offered.
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What colors will the Google Pixel 8a come in?
As seen in images published by Android Headlines, there's a new finish of green which is called Mint. It appears this will replace the exclusive coral or orange color of the Pixel 7a (review). Meanwhile, the other options include cream (Porcelain), blue (Bay Blue), and black (Obsidian), all are existing colorways available with the Pixel 8 (review) and Pixel 8 Pro (review).
Taking the design into consideration, the Pixel 8a in these official-looking renders resembles to the one we've seen from the live shot last week. Primarily, it shows a redesigned edge-to-edge camera visor at the back along with a rounder corners. Over in front, the thick bezels that wrap the display remain noticeable.
Based on rumors, the Pixel 8a will be built with an aluminum frame and a plastic back similar to the Pixel 7a. The new Pixel mid-range phone could also retain the IP67 dust and water resistance certification.
Google Pixel 8a specifications and price
Other specifications should include a 6.1-inch OLED screen and a muted Tensor G3 chipset. A leak also claims the panel will sport upgraded brightness to 1,400 nits and a faster refresh rate to 120 Hz from 90 Hz in its predecessor. Furthermore, a certification filing revealed a faster wired charging speed at 27 watts while there's no word if the 4,385 mAh battery capacity will be larger.
Based on an accidental listing in Germany, the Pixel 8a is hinted tobe more expensive than the Pixel 7a. It will also see the addition of a new storage configuration with 256 GB memory for the first time.
The internet search giant has not officially confirmed nor teased the Pixel 8a yet. However, it is expected that the device is going to be made official at the upcoming I/O 2024 developers conference that is slated for May 14.
Are you looking forward to buying or upgrading to the Pixel 8a? Which of the handset's color will you pick? Share your plans with us in the comments.
Source: Android Headlines
