It's one of the biggest reasons behind Pixel 8's disappointing battery life. Although Google promises seven years of OS updates, I have concerns about the phone's long-term durability. Unusual overheating makes the phone feel unreliable and prone to issues at any moment.

Google recently launched the Pixel 9a smartphone in India at a starting price of Rs 49,999. It succeeds last year's Pixel 8a smartphone. Here's how they compare.