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Google Pixel 8a (google-akita)

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Google Pixel 8a
Google Pixel 8a
Google Pixel 8a
Manufacturer Google
Name Pixel 8a
Codename google-akita
Released 2024
Type handset
Hardware
Chipset Google Tensor G3
Storage 128GB
Memory 8GB
Architecture aarch64
Software
Original software
The software and version the device was shipped with.
Android 14
Extended version
The most recent supported version from the manufacturer.
Android 17
Mainline
Instead of a Linux kernel fork, it is possible to run (Close to) Mainline.
no

The Google Pixel 8a is a mid-range smartphone released in 2024.


Contributors

Users owning this device

  • 995qa (Notes: AT&T Model, not paid off yet)
  • Hotonics (Notes: GrapheneOS daily driver)
  • Jan64X (Notes: Daily driver)
  • Lepotototor (Notes: Daily driving with CalyxOS, maybe pmos a day)
  • Nan0t3x (Notes: Stock)
  • Shipa (Notes: almost new, mint)


How to Unlock Bootloader

WARNING: Doing this will wipe ALL data on your device. Please backup all your personal data before continuing!

  1. In Settings > About Phone, scroll down and tap Build Number 7 times.
  2. In Settings > System > Developer Options, enable USB Debugging and tap OK.
  3. In Developer Options, enable OEM Unlocking. You will be prompted for your PIN (if applicable) and warned about the risks of OEM unlocking. Tap Enable.
  4. Backup any important data.
  5. Connect your device to a PC and open a terminal.
  6. Confirm your device is detected by typing adb devices.
  7. Authorize the device with the onscreen dialogue if it's listed as Unauthorized.
  8. Reboot to the bootloader with adb reboot bootloader.
  9. Unlock the bootloader with fastboot flashing unlock.
  10. Press continue on your device's screen.
  11. Reboot

How to enter flash mode

  1. Power off the device.
  2. Press and hold Volume Down and Power until Fastboot Mode appears.

You are now ready to flash!

Installation

TBD