Google might not kneecap the Pixel 11a with an old processor

Google's Pixel 11a may feature a flagship-grade Tensor G6 processor, a significant upgrade from the Tensor G4 in the Pixel 10a. This matters as it suggests a return to the typical Pixel a lineup strategy of using modern processors to cut costs elsewhere. The Tensor G6 also brings a new modem, the MediaTek M90, replacing Samsung's Exynos modems. Engineers should be aware of this potential upgrade and its implications for the device's performance and cost. The full story can be read at The Verge.