Google Pixel 10a Pricing and Release Date Leak Points to Aggressive Budget Strategy

Substantial new leaks regarding Google's upcoming budget smartphone have surfaced, with trusted sources revealing both pricing details and an exact launch date for the Pixel 10a. According to information shared by industry tipsters on social media platform X, Google will officially release the device on February 17, 2026, positioning it as an early-year contender in the competitive mid-range market.

The leaked European pricing shows Google adopting an aggressive strategy against its own previous model. The base 128GB configuration will reportedly retail for €500, representing a €50 reduction compared to last year's Pixel 9a launch price. For users needing more storage, the 256GB variant will carry a €600 price tag. Official color-matching cases will be available at €20 each.

Notably, storage capacity appears linked to color availability. While all four rumored colorways - Obsidian, Berry, Lavender, and Fog - will be offered for the 128GB model, the higher-capacity 256GB version will reportedly be restricted to Obsidian only. This unusual segmentation echoes Google's history of making unconventional product decisions in its budget lineup.

The price reduction strategy suggests Google aims to strengthen its position in the competitive €500-600 segment where brands like Samsung and Xiaomi dominate. While Pixel A-series devices typically offer flagship-caliber cameras and clean Android software at accessible prices, the lower entry point could help Google capture more users within its ecosystem early in the device lifecycle.

These leaks follow earlier revelations about the Pixel 10a's design and color options. If accurate, the February release would position the device ahead of major industry events like MWC, allowing Google to capture early-year market attention. As always with pre-release information, final specifications and global pricing may vary when Google makes its official announcement.