Google discontinues Pixel 5 a few days after Pixel 5a launch

Source: Google

Two Pixel phones are no longer available on Google's online store, and they might sell out in stores soon. The Pixel 4a and 5 have been discontinued by the company in the US. The Pixel 5 is also sold out on Google's online store here. While some retailers might still have them, those are the only stocks available. 

Unsurprisingly, Google discontinued the Pixel 4a. It might be more confusing why it opted to stop selling the Pixel 5, too. But as The Verge pointed out, it might be because the Pixel 5 bears a closer similarity to the Pixel 5a than the upcoming Pixel 6 phones.

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Google introduces baby blue variant of the Pixel 4a in the US

The Pixel 4a in baby blue comes with an orange accent on the power button (Source: Google)

There were hints that Google planned on introducing another colour variant for the Pixel 4a. But it wasn't announced during the phone's launch. Now, we get confirmation of the baby blue Pixel 4a, which looks like it's a limited edition version available in the US. Unfortunately, it won't make its way here. It's offered at the same price in the US for US$349. Here, we only get the Just Black model for $679.

Source: The Verge

Google Pixel 4a and 4a 5G, Google Pixel 5 Sept. 25 release date in Germany leaked

A leaked photo of an internal Vodaphone document shows the reported release date of the upcoming Google Pixel 5, 4a 5G, and 4a phones in Germany. In the picture above, you can see that all three units will supposedly drop on September 25 in the country, which could also be the release date in other countries, including ours. This date also suggests that the public launch for the Google Pixel 5 and 4a 5G will be held soon. The tech giant did promise a fall release for the phones, so this rumoured launch will line up with that statement.

Source: Android Authority

Google teases fall release for Pixel 4a 5G and Pixel 5

With the delayed release of the Google Pixel 4a, it isn't surprising that the company opted to share what's in the pipeline. So, during the Pixel 4a's launch, we also get some teasers on the Pixel 4a 5G and Pixel 5 5G. Both will be launched in the fall, and both will be coming to Canada.

The teaser image shows two different-sized devices, one with a matte black finish and another smaller handset with a sparklier exterior. The Verge speculates that the larger handset is the Pixel 4a 5G, while the regular-sized handset will be the Pixel 5. Google promises to share more about these devices "in the coming months."

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