Google Pixel 7a new phone "only" gets a three-year Android major version update, up to Android 16

Thanks to CTOnews.com netizens Wu Yanzu in South China for the delivery of clues! CTOnews.com, May 13 (Xinhua)-- the Pixel 7a is the latest mid-range phone released by Google. According to Google's plan, the Pixel 7a (pre-installed Android 13) will receive a three-year Android major version update and a five-year security update, which means that the Pixel 7a will be updated at least to Android 16 and will receive security update support at least until May 2028.

In contrast, Samsung Galaxy A54 midrange phones (CTOnews.com Note: official pre-installed Android 13) offer up to four years of major Android updates, that is, up to 2028 Android 17.

Google Pixel 7a is equipped with Tensor G2 chip, 6.1in FHD+ gOLED display, 90Hz refresh rate, 4385mAh battery, 18W wired charging + 7.5W wireless charging; 64MP main camera + 13MP ultra-wide-angle dual camera, front 13MP lens; support IP67 dustproof and waterproof weight of 193g, but also support off-screen fingerprint, Bluetooth 5.3, Wi-Fi 6e, etc.