TL;DR
- The Google Pixel 8a launched today and has a 256GB option.
- However, the 256GB model only comes in one color: Obsidian (black).
- If you want the Porcelain, Aloe, or Bay colors, you must stick with 128GB of storage.
Today, Google launched the Pixel 8a, the newest budget-minded entry in the Pixel family. Like the Pixel 7a last year, the phone comes in a 128GB model for $499. However, unlike last year, the Pixel 8a also has a 256GB version for folks who want a little extra storage space (for a little extra cash).
Unfortunately, there’s a significant downside to the 256GB model: it only comes in one color. The 128GB model comes in four colors, including Obsidian (black), Bay (light blue), Porcelain (off-white), and Aloe (a very bright green). The 256GB model, though, only comes in Obsidian.
Which Pixel 8a color looks the best?
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Thankfully, you can always put a colorful protective case on the phone to liven it up a bit.
Google Pixel 8a
Great budget cameras • Extensive software guarantee • 120Hz OLED display
Best possible Pixel experience for the price
With the Pixel 8a, Google put all of its focus on value. A 6.1-inch display is backed by the Tensor G3 chip and decent specifications, a 64MP main camera is backed by most of Google’s latest AI-powered features, and a 7-year update promise will keep this moderately priced phone ticking for years to come.