Pixel 9a Receives Camera Update Fixing Macro Focus and Preview Flicker Issues

This article discusses a minor camera update for the Pixel 9a, released shortly after its launch. The update (version 9.8.102.748116395.16) is approximately 3 MB in size and addresses several issues. Notably, it fixes problems with Macro Focus activation, which now automatically engages when the camera is about 5 centimeters from an object, indicated by a sunflower icon in the top-left corner. Additionally, the update resolves an issue with the selfie camera preview flickering in low-light conditions, although this did not affect the actual images taken. The Pixel 9a runs Android 15 QPR1 and has access to Connected Cameras functionality introduced in the March 2025 Pixel Feature Drop.