First nine things to do with the Google Pixel 9a

By Michael L Hicks Published 25 April 25

A+ 9a tips The Google Pixel 9a is a straightforward phone to use, but there are plenty of settings you should change to get the most out of your experience.

Could we be the reason for Google increasing its smartphone prices?

By Nandika Ravi Published 16 April 25

To buy or not to buy? Senior analyst explains why we're seeing fluctuations in smartphone prices and the reason behind Google's alleged price hike with its next flagship series.

Google's ugly Pixel 9a design is exactly what you wanted

By Brady Snyder Published 15 April 25

Careful what you wish for Google's decision to remove the Pixel camera bar on the Pixel 9a has been controversial, but the discourse proves people don't really know what they want.

I spent weeks with the Google Pixel 9a and the Pixel 9 — you should buy this one

By Brady Snyder Published 10 April 25

Pixel perfect The Google Pixel 9 is often on sale for just slightly more than the midrange Pixel 9a, so why buy the latter?

I put the Google Pixel 9a, 8a, and 7a cameras to the test — here's what I learned

By Brady Snyder Published 10 April 25

Camera showdown The Google Pixel 9a has an all-new primary camera sensor, but is it really better than the one found on the Pixel 8a and Pixel 7a? Let's find out.

There's one reason why I'm not writing off the Pixel 10 Pro Fold... yet

By Andrew Myrick Published 2 April 25

Just imagine Rumors suggest the Pixel 10 Pro Fold will be practically identical to last year's model. Normally, I would hate the idea, but Google could shock everyone if it does just one thing.

Google should've split the difference between the Pixel 9 and 9a

By Shruti Shekar Published 24 March 25

Time for a change Things are getting too similar and it's not worth the customer's money.

The Pixel 9a is everything the iPhone 16e wished it was

By Derrek Lee Published 22 March 25

Editor's Desk Comparing the iPhone 16e and Pixel 9a makes me realize that the iPhone is just a bad deal.

The Pixel 9a makes me feel weird, in a good way

By Andrew Myrick Published 21 March 25

Beyond the Alphabet While Samsung and Apple are both struggling in various regards, everything seems to be going better than ever for Google, and the Pixel 9a makes it pretty obvious.

The Pixel 8a is still a great smartphone choice, and here's why

By Jerry Hildenbrand Published 21 March 25

Last year's model If I needed a new phone, I'd buy another Pixel 8a, and the release of the Pixel 9a won't change that.