Google Pixel 9a Revealed at Lucha Libre Event, Offering Insight into Upcoming Features and Design

Recent leaks about the Pixel 9a reveal a flat display and an innovative camera bump-less design, generating excitement ahead of its official launch. Video samples indicate impressive color reproduction and detail retention, showcasing a competent selfie camera.

Additionally, the ultrawide shots maintain good color and lighting, although they exhibit slightly less detail. Pre-orders for the device are anticipated to commence in March following its unveiling.

Google’s Pixel 9 series flagships have been well-received in the market, recognized as some of the leading Android smartphones available. In contrast, the budget-friendly a-series still retains its branding from the previous year.

With the Pixel 9a launch on the horizon, rumors have begun to circulate, and, true to Google’s pattern, the design and camera capabilities have leaked considerably before the official announcement. Previous leaks have provided insight into the Pixel 9a, but recent revelations include a YouTube video showcasing the device’s flat back panel in black.

The clip, uploaded by a creator who claims to have received a pre-production unit, suggests that Google may be set on this new design direction. The video confirms a flat display and vertical sides, along with a smooth back panel that features rounded corners while incorporating the signature Pixel design elements such as the pill-shaped camera cutout and rear flash.

The video also highlights the phone’s imaging performance. Samples from a Lucha Libre match reveal excellent sharpness and detail retention thanks to what appears to be a 48MP primary rear camera.

While the camera performs decently at 2x zoom, detail starts to diminish beyond that, resulting in less defined images. The selfie camera shows promising results, and the ultrawide lens, possibly a 13MP sensor, offers color consistency, although detail remains a concern.

A final assessment of the camera capabilities will be made upon the Pixel 9a’s release, with reports suggesting pre-orders will be available in March, ahead of Google I/O 2025.