Google Officially Ends Software Support for Pixel 4a, No Android 14 Update Expected

Google has officially brought the curtain down on software support for the Pixel 4a, the non-5G variant of this popular smartphone. This marks the culmination of a journey that some expected to extend a bit longer, as initial projections pointed toward a final software update arriving in August 2023. Unfortunately, this anticipation remained unfulfilled, firmly confirming that Google has chosen to discontinue support for this specific device.

While the Pixel 4a may not have been the most feature-laden smartphone, its place in the Google Pixel lineup had endeared it to users. The absence of the September software update for the Pixel 4a served as the definitive announcement of Google's decision to cease its software updates for this model.

It's important to differentiate the Pixel 4a from its counterpart, the Pixel 4a 5G, which is a distinct device with its own update trajectory. The Pixel 4a 5G stands eligible for the forthcoming Android 14, and Google has even graced it with beta software updates. What's more, the Pixel 4a 5G will continue to receive software support for another year before the Android 14 major OS update brings its software journey to a close.

So, as one chapter ends for the Pixel 4a, another continues for the Pixel 4a 5G, a testament to Google's commitment to delivering extended software support for its array of devices, offering users the latest in features and security for a longer duration.