Google Launches Redesigned $499 Pixel 9a Weeks After iPhone 16e

Google Pixel 9a vs. Apple iPhone 16e: The Top Midrange Phones Duke It Out

The newest phones from Apple and Google are separated in price by just $100, but which is right for you? We break down key differences in design, display, performance, and more to help you choose.

Is the Google Pixel Finally Cracking the Smartphone Market?

At long last, the global smartphone market is on the rebound — and this time, Google may be able to enjoy the ride. On Wednesday, the search giant held a launch event for the new budget-friendly version of its Pixel smartphone, the Pixel 9a, while also slashing the prices of other models. With rivals sputtering, can Google’s hardware division finally share in the industry’s success? Can You Hear Me Now? After two straight years of declines, glob…

I thought the budget phone market was in shambles - then I held Google's latest Pixel

The new Pixel 9a sports a refreshed design with subtle yet significant upgrades hidden in plain sight. It also sets a new record for Google phones overall.

Cost-cutting strips Pixel 9a of the best Gemini AI features in Pixel 9

Despite the same chipset, Google's latest Pixel 9a lags behind the flagship Pixel 9 and 9 Pro phones in AI features.

Google unveils its Pixel 9a as budget phone wars heat up

Apple released the iPhone 16e, its less expensive new smartphone, only a matter of weeks ago. But by next month there will be three new Android phones on the market that seem purpose built to give the device a run for its money.

Google launches redesigned $499 Pixel 9a weeks after iPhone 16e

By Mark Gurman | Bloomberg Alphabet Inc.’s Google launched a redesigned version of its budget Pixel phone, upgrading the chip and battery life weeks after Apple Inc.’s lower-end iPhone 16e went on sale. The new Pixel 9a, announced Wednesday, costs $499, in line with the price of last year’s Pixel 8a. That compares with the $599 starting price of the iPhone 16e, which went on sale in February and is being positioned as a lower-end alternative to …