Google Pixel 8a is listed on UScellular’s website
Rumors about the Pixel 8a have been swirling for a while. Leaks keep surfacing. Google Fi accidentally revealed some details about the new device. Recently, a tipster saw the phone on a US carrier’s website.
Pixel 8a Uscellular’s listings
Evan Blass quickly noticed the Pixel 8a on UScellular’s website. The carrier had posted a tutorial for the device but removed it soon after.
Blass captured a screenshot showing the Obsidian color variant, along with Porcelain, Bay, and Mint.
The Pixel 8a seems to have a different design compared to the Pixel 7a. It has curvier edges and thicker bezels. The back of the device wasn’t revealed in the carrier listing, but leaks suggest a shift from glossy to matte texture.
There are rumors that the Pixel 8a will have a 6.1-inch OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 1,400 nits. It might be powered by the Tensor G3 chip, albeit a slightly toned-down version compared to the one in the Pixel 8 series.
Google I/O is coming soon, slated for May 14th. The tech giant is anticipated to unveil the smartphone during the event. Rumors suggest a price hike from the $499 Pixel 7a, potentially disrupting the mid-range phone market in 2024. Its potential impact on claiming the title of the year’s best mid-range phone is uncertain.
