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The was officially announced today, just a week before the , Google I/O. A big draw of Google’s A-series phones was that they used the same chipset as its headlining mobile phones, ensuring similar performance no matter the price. Google Pixel 8a uses the same chip found in , called . The deal is sweetened now by inheritance: Pixel 8a gets similar, if not identical, flagship niceties beyond a fancy AI processor.  The phone offers water-and-dust resistance, which is nearly the same protection offered by Google’s flagship counterparts. Pixel 8a also has with the same resolution quality and as the Pixel 8, but it’s also smaller than the other two at .  You can also expect the same suite of on Pixel 8a, so you’re not losing out on cutting-edge photo tools like , as well as tools like , , and the relatively new (it’s a long list of AI features). Despite its midrange classification, Pixel 8a also gets , along with (additional software-based features) every few months.  The dual rear cameras consist of a and . The main camera also offers , but doesn’t have the “2x Optical Quality” in-sensor zoom like its flagship Pixel 8. However, the AI editing features are still intact. Of course, some components are pared down to better fit its midrange categorisation, like older , lower speed, and the use of a 5Gbps (instead of the 10Gbps 3.2 Gen 2). We’re appending the rest of the specs below if you want to pick apart the Pixel 8a’s value.  6.1-inch  Actua Display (OLED) 2,400 x 1,080 pixels Up to 120Hz refresh rate Corning Gorilla Glass 3 1,400-nits HDR, 2,000-nits peak brightness HDR support 24-bit colour depth Pixel 8a's display is smaller, but the max refresh rate, resolution, panel type, and brightness levels remain the same. Pixel 8 uses a newer Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2, which is more resistant to drops and scratches. Google Tensor G3 Titan M2 security co-processor 8GB RAM (LPDDR5x) 128 or 256GB storage (UFS 3.1)  Same RAM and storage type, same starting storage capacity. 64MP main (quad PD), 0.8μm pixel width, f/1.89, 80° FOV, 1/1.73-inch sensor, OIS+EIS, Super Res Zoom 8x 13MP ultrawide, 1.12μm pixel width, f/2.2, 120° FOV  Besides having different specs, Pixel 8 has Laser Detect Autofocus, a Spectral and Flicker sensor, and in-sensor zoom (2x Optical Quality) AI software editing tools are the same 4,492mAh 18W wired charging Unknown wireless charging Slightly higher capacity on Pixel 8, with slightly higher wired charging speeds (27W). 152.1 x 72.7 x  8.9mm 188g   The is officially available in Singapore. It is available in and configurations, priced at and , respectively. There are three colours to choose from: Obsidian, Porcelain, and Bay. Official retail begins on . You can from , , , , , , , and .  It is also available in at Challenger, Courts, Singtel, and SprintCass.  . Google is personally offering S$150 Google Store Credit and a free Pixel 8a case (worth $49.90) with every purchase of the Pixel 8a. The pre-order promo also runs through its retail launch period. Below are the other launch promotions via other official channels.  Free Owala FreeSip 24oz and sustainable water bottle stickers with every purchase of the Pixel 8a. Exclusive merchandise from Google, which includes a 600ml Google steel tumbler, a Google tote bag, and a Google Pixel T-shirt with every purchase of the Pixel 8a. S$100 phone voucher, S$50 accessories voucher and a free ReadyRoam Asia Plan with every purchase of the Pixel 8a S$100 member cashback and a free VCE Power Bank (worth S$43.90) with every purchase of the Pixel 8a Free Google Pixel 8a case (worth $49.90) and a free Power Adapter or 10,000mah Wireless Power Bank (worth $69.90) with every purchase of the Pixel 8a. Discounted price of S$670 (128GB) and S$770 (256GB) pricing excludes GST due to traveller/non-traveller purchase status. Source: , Google Singapore