The phone was initially expected to hit store shelves earlier this week, but Google postponed the release, citing the need to inspect a component quality issue affecting a small number of Pixel 9a devices.
Today, Google provided further clarification on the delay, stating that a "passive component" in some units did not meet the company’s strict durability standards.
In electronics, passive components refer to parts that store, consume, or regulate electrical power without generating it. Examples include resistors, capacitors, and inductors.
Official Statement from Google
"Rumors and speculation regarding this delay are inaccurate. A passive component in Pixel 9a did not meet our strict quality standards for long-term durability. Instead of shipping affected units, we made the difficult decision to delay the launch and address the issue in a small number of devices.
"This process has now been completed, and we are moving forward with a new launch date."
New Pixel 9a Release Dates
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April 10 – USA, Canada, UK
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April 14 – Germany, Spain, Italy, Ireland, France, Norway, Denmark, Sweden, Netherlands, Belgium, Austria, Portugal, Switzerland, Poland, Czechia, Romania, Hungary, Slovenia, Slovakia, Lithuania, Estonia, Latvia, Finland
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April 16 – Australia, India, Singapore, Taiwan, Malaysia
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Japan – Coming soon
Since the Pixel 9a launch was delayed, retailers did not offer any pre-orders when the phone was announced on March 19. Google has confirmed that there will be no pre-orders before the April 10 release.
Pixel 9a Specifications & Price
The Pixel 9a starts at $499 and features:
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Google Tensor G4 chip
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8GB RAM
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128GB or 256GB storage
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6.3-inch Smooth Display (60-120Hz refresh rate)
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5,100mAh battery (Google’s largest battery yet)
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IP68-rated dust & water resistance
The device has a plastic flat back with a smaller camera bump, housing a 48MP wide and 13MP ultra-wide camera. The side rails are flat and made of metal.
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