Google had a lot to reveal at their I/O event this week. Amongst the biggest reveals was PaLM2, their next-generation language model with improved multilingual, reasoning and coding. Google also revealed three devices in the Pixel range with one of these, Google Pixel 7a, available right now.
Reliable Mid-Range
Google Pixel 7a is the latest in the A-series, the company’s budget-conscious entry. For €509/£449, the device features some enticing specs and features. 8GB RAM and the 5-nano Tensor G2 should give Pixel 7a a velvety smooth feel in use.
Google know how make OLED panels as seen most recently on Pixel Watch. Google Pixel 7a features a 6.1-inch OLED display at 1,080 x 2,400 with a variable refresh rate (LTPO) up to 90Hz.
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The mid-range device also features Face Unlock, the quickest way to securely open your phone.
In addition to this, the device features the ability to reduce background noise on the other end of the call so you can hear your friends on busy streets or in packed pubs.
Google Pixel 7a Specifications
| Chipset: | Google Tensor G2 (5 nm) |
| RAM: | 8GB |
| Storage: | 128GB |
| Display: | 6.1″ OLED, 1080 x 2400 resolution, 20:9 aspect ratio, 90hz refresh rate, HDR |
| Camera: | – 64 MP, f/1.9, 26mm (wide), 1/1.73″, 0.8µm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS – 13 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1.12µm Video: 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, OIS |
| Selfie Cam: | 13 MP, f/2.2, 20mm (ultrawide), 1.12µm, Auto-HDR, panorama |
| OS: | Android 13 |
| Battery: | Li-Po 4,385 mAh |
| Connectivity: | – Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, tri-band – Bluetooth 5.3, A2DP, LE – GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS, NavIC |
| Dimensions: | 152 x 72.9 x 9 mm |
| Weight: | 193 grams |
| Colours: | Charcoal, Snow, Sea and Coral |
Pricing and Availability
Google Pixel 7a is available now from Google Store priced at €509/£449. The device is available in four colours – Charcoal, Snow, Sea, and Coral.
