Best accessories for the Google Pixel 9a

If you're upgrading from a past Pixel and have accessories like Pixel Buds or a Pixel Watch then give this 3-in-1 charging station from SwanScout a look. It is extremely hard to find a multi-device charger to top up the battery of all your Google devices at once. The SwanScount 703G2 is a beautiful option that works with Pixel 9a, Pixel Watch 2 (and 3), as well as your Pixel Buds (or any earbuds with a wireless charging case). It's great for travelling too because it folds flat for easy transport. You'll have to provide your own charging brick (and we have a recommendation below) but this absolutely the best option we have ever used for charging and displaying our beloved Google gadgets.

If you bought your Pixel 9a in either Peony (pink) or Iris (purple) there is NO WAY you should be covering up those beautiful hues with anything other than a clear case. You may think that all clear cases are equal, but this is not true. The lower-cost ones usually skimp on a compound that's added to the plastic and prevents yellowing over time. Spigen's clear cases contiue to be our go-to because they stay clear even after a year of use. You could skimp and save a buck or two with a different brand, but in our opinion, for the minimal price difference, it's just not worth it to get any clear case other than Spigen.

There's no shortage of smartphone controller's for Android. In fact, we've tried most. Between the long battery life and the display supporing up to 120 hz, the Pixel 9a a good phone for gaming. But if you're enjoying titles through PlayStation's Remote app, your Game Pass membership, or anything more advanced than Candy Crush, you'll want a proper controller. We picked the Kishi V2 from Razer because it's a low-cost option to bring real buttons to your phone, transforming it for gaming goodness.

We already covered the controller now where do you find good games for your Pixel 9a? Amazon's gaming platform, Luna, is a great place to start. It has a selection of free games (if you're an Amazon Prime member), but the most impressive experience comes when you tap into the Luna+ library. Members access an incredible selection of more than 100 games. There's throwback classics like Earthworm Jim and modern titles like Death Stranding. This is probably best for people who are maybe a year or so behind the console releases (you've heard of the big titles, just never had a chance to try them yet). At the very least sign up for the free trial and then ask Gemini to remind you in 6 days to cancel your subscription.

The Pixel 9a supports fast charging at 23W. Google suggests using a charger of at 45W, but we're gonna take it a step further. If you're about to buy a charger, get a little extra value (even if you have to spend a tiny bit more) and consider this 65W option. Aside from charging your pixel, or pairing with the previously-mentioned SwanScout 3-in-1 stand, this could also be used to charge your laptop in a pintch or a tablet. Plus the prongs fold up, making it easier to take with you when you're on the go.

All Pixel 9a phones come with a cable. If you're charging your Pixel 9a around the house or on the go, you might need a longer cable. It's handy to have one on the main floor and another in your bedroom, but you can also get one long enough to run behind a couch or tablet to reach an outlet. This two-pack of Amazon Basics cables gives you 6 feet of length. If you have a USB C-style charger, these will be a great option for keeping your Pixel 9 charged. You can also switch to a 9-foot option if you need even more length.

This is the only recommendation we're gonna make that is a pro/premium product. If you saved some cash on the Pixel 9a, and are considering splurging on one luxury tech accessory, make it the the Pixel Buds Pro 2. The Pixel Buds Pro 2 are top-notch in our testing. They block out background noise, making your listening experience and phone calls way better. You can customize the controls for tapping and tap-hold on each bud, and you can even adjust the music EQ. They're also super comfortable, so you can wear them for a long time without feeling any discomfort. If you want the best wireless earbud experience with your Pixel phone, the Pixel Buds Pro 2 are a great choice, even though they're pricey.

If the Pixel Buds Pro 2 are a bit too pricey for you, no worries! For a wireless earbud that's a great fit for Pixel 9a and won't break the bank, check out the Beats Solo Buds. You'll get an impressive 18 hours of battery life between charging the buds and the case. And guess what? You can top up the battery for an extra hour of listening time in just 5 minutes! The case is compact, making it easy to carry around. Plus, the buds have great sound quality. They don't have wireless charging or active noise cancellation, but you can control your device with voice commands or just press on the buds.

The Pixel 9a actually comes with included Google VPN. If you're unfamliar, or only know the phrase VPN as a frustrating thing you connect to for work, you might never consider a VPN for your phone, much-less a paid one. A Virtual Private Network is something your phone connects to in order to protect your data and activities online from snoopers. For a free one, Google's version is better than average. But if you're connecting to public Wi-Fi often, travelling a lot, or want to tap into streaming libraries for Netflix or Disney+ that vary between countries, Nord VPN is as good as it gets for a paid VPN service.