Google Pixel 8a leaked in new images with a questionable design

Update 10/4/2024 11:23 am (IST): In yet another turn of events. TechDroider took to X to establish the legitimacy of the leak. It seems the image was indeed photoshopped, however, it was done just to remove a white sticker, likely hiding sensitive information, on the back of the phone.

Update 9/4/2024 5:20 pm (IST): As mentioned in my original article below, I felt the design was unusually odd. Now, it seems the images may have been actually been photoshopped. OnLeaks took to X to dismiss the leaks:

https://twitter.com/OnLeaks/status/1777660597963771921

The Google Pixel 8a is no stranger to leaks. We’ve seen the device in hands-on images, the retail box and even have an idea about its potential launch price. Heck, even Google leaked the Pixel 8a in a Fi Wireless ad. Now, a fresh leak shows off the rear and the front of the device. And well, if you read the title, I feel like it has a questionable design.

Popular tipster TechDroider took to X to post a few images of the Pixel 8a. The images show a matte black variant of the device as opposed to the blue and peach color variants we’ve seen earlier. Check out the images below:

Look, as soon as I saw the front of the phone, my first reaction was – that looks cheap! I’m not the only one. Joe Maring from Digital Trends also isn’t a fan of the design either. And I’m sure other Pixel fans likely have the same thoughts. As Joe notes, it’s possible that the angle at which the shots were captured make the bezels look thicker and unusual.

The thick bottom chin, while likely the same size as that on the Pixel 7a, looks unusually odd with those curves. Here’s a quick comparison between the two:

Coming to the rear of the phone, it seems Google is opting for a matte black plastic finish compared to the glossy finish on the Pixel 7a. Given that my Charcoal Pixel 7a is a fingerprint magnet, I’m glad Google decided to switch things up.

That said, now that we practically know everything about the Pixel 8a and have even seen the device in leaked images, all that’s left to do is wait for the official reveal that’s expected in May.