While the camera’s speculated to drop down from the current 64MP shooter to a 48MP, it could come with newer pixel binning algorithms and potentially a larger sensor to deliver better results. As for the rest of the phone, it’s tipped to gain the Tensor G4 chip and a slightly bigger battery.

The Google Pixel 8a boasts a sleek design, especially in that eye-catching Bay blue colorway. While the Porcelain and Obsidian options are beautifully understated with their matte finishes, Google has also added Bay and Aloe colors that will really catch the eye.

Google changed that in 2024, and the Google Pixel 9 series is the best the company has put out in years. Yet despite the apparent success, some enthusiasts are frustrated that the Tensor chipset doesn't benchmark as well as its contemporaries.