Google Pixel 9a leak suggests you can expect much better battery life

So, you’re curious about the Google Pixel 9a, huh? Well, get ready for some pretty exciting news if you’re into longer battery life. According to a recent leak, Google’s gearing up to release the Pixel 9a with a significantly beefier battery. We’re talking about a jump to 5,000mAh, which is like 11% more than what the Pixel 8a had.

This jump in battery size is more than double the typical yearly increase we see in smartphone batteries, which usually grow by only about 3-4%. This suggests that Google likely wants to make the Pixel 9a its battery powerhouse, while the standard Pixel 9 series, especially the Pro models can continue being the camera champs.

So even though the Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro models have their own battery upgrades, the Pixel 9a might just outlast them all in terms of battery life. Imagine not having to plug in your phone as often – that’s what we’re looking at here.

Apple seems to be doing something similar too. A reviewer from WIRED noted that they managed to squeeze out more battery life from the iPhone 16 Plus compared to the iPhone 16 Pro Max.

But there’s a slight twist. While you get more juice, the charging speed remains at the previous model’s pace. So, you’re looking at longer charging times with this bigger battery. For some it might be a worthy trade-off, but for others it might be a major con. Personally, I’d take faster charging (a lot faster), than marginally better battery life.

 The Pixel 9a is also expected to come with a new camera sensor that’s found on the Pixel 9 Pro Fold. And here’s something interesting for those who like their tech updates early – Google’s planning to drop the Pixel 9a in mid-March, which is way earlier than usual for their ‘a’ series phones.

So, in a nutshell, if battery life is your thing, the Pixel 9a could be your next best friend. More power, possibly better camera action, and at a price that won’t break the bank – all set to make an early spring debut. Keep your eyes peeled for the official launch; it’s going to be worth the wait!

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