Google Pixel 6a tipped to be launched on July 28
What's the story
Google will launch its Pixel 6a model in most of the markets on July 28, tipster Jon Prosser has claimed. According to Prosser, the handset will be officially announced at the Google I/O 2022 event but the release will happen much later on July 28. This year, the I/O event will be held on May 11-12 and it will be fully online.
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Why does this story matter?
Google Pixel 6a will debut as a more affordable version of the flagship Pixel 6 and 6 Pro. Internally, it is codenamed "Bluejay," and thanks to a slew of leaks, we know that it will share the same design as the premium models and even the same Tensor chipset. However, it is unclear whether the phone will arrive in India.
Design and display
The handset will feature an OLED display
The Google Pixel 6a will have a punch-hole cut-out on the top-center, slim bezels, and an under-display fingerprint sensor. On the rear, it will have a dual camera setup with an LED flash packed inside a full-width bump. The handset will sport a 6.2-inch Full-HD+ (1080x2400 pixels) AMOLED screen with an aspect ratio of 20:9 and a 90Hz refresh rate.
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It will pack a 12MP ultra-wide camera
The Google Pixel 6a will be equipped with a dual rear camera unit comprising a 12.2MP (f/1.7) primary sensor and a 12MP (f/2.2) ultra-wide lens. On the front, the smartphone will feature an 8MP (f/2.0) selfie shooter.
Internals
It will house a 4,800mAh battery with 30W fast-charging support
The Google Pixel 6a will be backed by an in-house Tensor chipset, paired with up to 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. Under the hood, it will boot Android 12 and house a 4,800mAh battery with 30W fast-charging support. For connectivity, the handset should provide support for 5G, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2, NFC, and a Type-C port.
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Google Pixel 6a: Pricing and availability
The pricing and availability details of the Google Pixel 6a will likely be revealed at the time of its debut in May this year. However, looking at the specifications of the device, it is likely to cost $450 (nearly Rs. 35,000) in the US.