Google Pixel 9a is speculated to launch worldwide in the first quarter of 2025. Last week, the leaked specifications of the upcoming smartphone made a lot of headlines. And now again, a remarkable tip has been shared in a new report. According to the latest leak, Google may do away with its traditional camera bump with the arrival of the Google Pixel 9a. Sharing pictures of what the new phone will look like, critics have said that without the camera bump, it loses its classiness. While the Google Pixel 9a is supposed to be a smaller version of the Google Pixel 9, it still needs to look premium. For example, the Pixel 8a looks just as classy as the Google Pixel 8.

Google Pixel 9a: new camera module

The iconic camera bar of the Pixel series has been its defining design feature, setting it apart from other Android smartphones. However, if the Pixel 9a deviates from this design, it risks losing its distinctiveness. Without the camera bar, the device may blend in with other affordable Android phones, making it hard to differentiate. This change in design could compromise the visual identity and brand identity of the Pixel. This change may please some, but loyal fans may miss the distinctive camera bar that has made Pixel phones instantly recognizable.

The new Pixel models have flat edges and symmetrical bezels, potentially hiding its brand identity. Google’s camera bar design, introduced with the Pixel 6, has become a defining feature. Leaving it in the Pixel 9a would take away the device’s distinctive identity and dilute the Pixel series’ reputation for exceptional camera performance.

Google Pixel 9a: Everything we know

The upcoming Pixel 9a, a budget-friendly option in the Pixel 9 series, may compromise on aesthetics with notably larger bezels, potentially reducing its appeal compared to premium models. However, it boasts impressive software credentials including being the first phone to launch with Android 15, which is expected to release on October 15 and ensures seven years of software updates, long-term security and feature support.

This extended update cycle makes the Pixel 9a an attractive option for those who prioritize longevity and timely software upgrades.

Google’s Pixel 9a may be the last Samsung-processor-powered Pixel, as the company plans to switch to its custom-made processors made by TSMC starting with the Pixel 10.

Despite this, the Pixel 9a is poised to be an attractive option if priced competitively. The device is rumored to have a 6.1-inch display and a larger battery than the Pixel 8a. The Google Pixel 9a may be equipped with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage, and may be powered by the Tensor G4 chip upgrade.