Posted 3/10/2024, 3:36:38 PM
Google Engineer Confirms Pixel 8a in Update Comments, Battery Feature Accidentally Pushed Early
- Google engineer confirms existence of upcoming Pixel 8a smartphone in software update comments
- Battery stats feature removed from Pixel phones in March 2024 update was meant for Pixel 8a and future models
- Battery stats show charging cycle counts and manufacture date
- Feature was accidentally pushed to existing Pixels in Android 14 QPR1 update before being removed
- Pixel 8a rumored to launch around May 2024, possibly at higher price point than Pixel 7a