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Mitja Rutnik reviews his top five tech purchases of 2025, including the Pixel 9a smartphone, IKEA smart lights, Chipolo Pop tracker, Eufy E20 robot vacuum, and Eufy C220 security camera, highlighting their value and his satisfaction, while also mentioning some compromises like his TV choice and peripheral ecosystem.
The author considers switching from the Pixel 9a to the upcoming OnePlus 15R due to its larger battery, faster charging, and premium materials, but is held back by concerns over display size, software support duration, and camera quality, ultimately deciding to stick with the Pixel for now.
The Pixel 9A, Google's well-balanced midrange smartphone, is now available for a record low of $349 during Amazon's October Prime Day, offering a bright OLED display, IP68 water resistance, a powerful Tensor G4 chip, 8GB RAM, and seven years of software updates, making it an excellent budget choice despite not having the latest flagship features.
The Google Pixel 9a is currently available at a record low price of $399 on Amazon and other retailers, down from $499, ahead of the Pixel 10 release scheduled for August 20, making it an attractive option for budget-conscious buyers seeking solid features and software support.
The Google Pixel 9A, a midrange Android phone known for its good balance of features and value, is currently available at a record low price of $399 (down from $499) at Amazon, Best Buy, and the Google Store, offering features like a 6.3-inch OLED display, IP68 rating, wireless charging, and a 5,100mAh battery, with Google promising seven years of software updates, though it lacks some features of higher-end Pixel models.
A potential leak of a Google Pixel 10a back cover suggests slight design differences from the Pixel 9a, notably the placement of the flash hole, but the authenticity of the leak is unverified and should be viewed skeptically.
Google is preparing to introduce a 'Battery health assistance' setting for Pixel devices, starting with the Pixel 9a, to help extend battery lifespan by adjusting charging behavior and voltage over time. This feature, which will be enabled by default on the Pixel 9a and newer models, aims to maintain battery health but may slightly reduce battery runtime as the device ages. It will be available as an optional toggle for older devices and is expected to be included in upcoming Android updates.
A comparison of the camera capabilities of the iPhone 16E and Pixel 9A reveals that while both phones produce decent photos, the Pixel 9A offers better image detail, dynamic range, and portrait effects at a lower price point, making it a strong choice for budget-conscious consumers interested in mobile photography.
Leaked images of Google's upcoming Pixel 9a reveal a new design with dual cameras nearly flush to the back, deviating from the iconic bar camera module seen in previous models. The prototype also features a taller screen with a punch hole cutout and flat sides. Expected to launch around Q2 2025, the Pixel 9a is rumored to come in four color options and have a battery capacity close to 5000mAh, marking an 11% increase over its predecessor.
Google's upcoming Pixel 9A is rumored to abandon the signature camera bar design in favor of a flush camera setup, likely due to advancements in computational photography. This change could test whether a smaller sensor can maintain image quality in mid-range phones. The Pixel 9A is expected to feature a 6.3-inch display with a 120Hz refresh rate and the Tensor G4 chip, though it may use an older modem. The phone could be announced as early as March, aligning with the Android 16 release.