I love Google's Pixel 9 phones and generally recommend them to people. But right now, you absolutely shouldn't buy one.

The Pixel A-series has long been our go-to recommendation for a cheap Android phone, and the 9A keeps that streak alive. The device features a 6.3-inch OLED screen that’s brighter than its predecessor,

Google's big Made by Google event is scheduled for August 20, 2025, where it will take the wraps off the entire Pixel 10 family, Pixel Watch 4, and the Pixel Buds 2a. Initial reports suggested Google would start taking pre-orders immediately after the event, with retail availability beginning on August 28.