Google announces budget-friendly Pixel 10a, here is what it looks like

Google has taken the wraps off its next smartphone, the Pixel 10a, giving us a first look at the device. The tech giant has also confirmed that the device will be launched later this month.

After weeks of rumours, Google has finally given us a first look at the Pixel 10a. The latest Pixel device was revealed in a short teaser, shared on YouTube. The tech giant has also confirmed that the Google Pixel 10a will launch a month earlier than its predecessor. Here are all the details.

Google uploaded a 16-second clip on YouTube to tease the Pixel 10a. The teaser shows the device in a blue shade, similar to the Pixel 9a. The design of the Pixel 10a looks almost identical to the predecessor. There seems to be no camera bump this year either, giving users a seamless device that will likely not wobble when kept on a desk. The first official look at the Google Pixel 10a. (Photo: Google)

The video also confirms the launch date for the Google Pixel 10a. The affordable Pixel handset will be available for preorders on February 18, 2026. Interestingly, this is a month earlier than usual, as the Pixel 9a was launched in March.

Google’s teaser also directs interested users to sign up for email notifications promising an "exclusive offer" on the Pixel 10a.

While Google has not given any more information about its upcoming Pixel device, leaks have given us a clue of what to expect. According to tipster Evan Blass, the Pixel 10a will likely come in four colours – Obsidian, Lavender, Berry, and Fog. The Berry shade is a new addition that may come with a red tone, as per previous leaks.

Hardware leaks point to the Google Pixel 10a using the same Tensor G4 chipset as the Pixel 9a. For context, the Pixel 10 uses the newer Tensor G5 processor. The device is also tipped to feature a 6.3-inch 120Hz AMOLED display and a 5,100mAh battery with 23W charging.