Google Pixel 9a pre-orders delayed due to 'component quality issue' — here's when you can get one

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You'll need to wait until April

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Google finally unveiled the mid-range Pixel 9a with a redesigned camera array and several upgrades over the Pixel 8a.

Like many phone makers, Google typically opens up pre-orders for its new phones on the same day they're announced. However, that won't be the case for the Pixel 9a.

Google Pixel 9a hands-on.

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Google did not specify what component is causing the issues. The company also didn't provide more of a timeline beyond April.

A Google spokesperson gave us the same response as received by the Verge, "We're checking on a component quality issue that's affecting a small number of Pixel 9a devices."

Again they did not provide more comment on a timeline or which components might be having issues.

Google's Pixel phones are no stranger to launch day issues. Last year's Pixel 9 Pro XL model saw a number of issues, including a serious touchscreen flaw and wireless charging problems.

We're checking on a component quality issue affecting a small number of Pixel 9a devices.

Google spokesperson

The older Pixel 8 had strange visual issues, and earlier this year, Google released a firmware update that broke the battery on the Pixel 4a.

It's good that Google caught whatever this component issue is and is taking the time to figure it out before the Pixel 9a makes its way into the world.

When it debuted in April, it would cost $499, and in our Pixel 9a hands-on review, my colleague John Velasco said, "Google’s doing more right than wrong with the Pixel 9a."

It might be a great mid-range phone, and it's good to know that Google ensures it'll work properly right out of the box.

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Scott Younker
Scott Younker
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Scott Younker is the West Coast Reporter at Tom’s Guide. He covers all the lastest tech news. He’s been involved in tech since 2011 at various outlets and is on an ongoing hunt to build the easiest to use home media system. When not writing about the latest devices, you are more than welcome to discuss board games or disc golf with him. He also handles all the Connections coverage on Tom's Guide and has been playing the addictive NYT game since it released.

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