The Pixel 9 lineup has been excellent so far. Would adding a budget-friendly Pixel 9a next year ruin that? I think so.The Latest Tech News, Delivered to Your Inbox

Google took exactly the right cues from OnePlus, splitting the difference between the previous Pixel Fold and the Open. The front screen feels like using a normal screen. It’s not much heavier than a normal phone. The inner screen is big. Everything is the way it should be.

Photos like this show just how different the Pixel 8a’s 12MP ultrawide lens is compared to the upgraded 48MP shooter on the Pixel 9. While resolution isn’t everything, it’s obvious that the Pixel 9 has much better definition compared to its A-series rival.

The Google Pixel 8a is one of the better mid-range Android smartphones out there, and it looks great in a vacuum, but it's not on its own. The mid-range landscape is full of great options from the likes of Nothing,

As a millennial who grew up alongside Google, I’ve been hesitantly curious about their Pixel phone line since its inception. Anyone familiar with Google is also likely familiar with its history of pushing the envelope with customer data for the sake of innovation.