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Brand | |
Model Name | Pixel 4a |
Wireless Carrier | Unlocked |
Operating System | Android |
Cellular Technology | GSM, HSPA, LTE, HSDPA |
Memory Storage Capacity | 128 GB |
Connectivity Technology | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB, NFC |
Color | Just Black |
Screen Size | 5.8 Inches |
Wireless network technology | GSM |
About this item
- New unlocked Android phone gives you the flexibility to change carriers and choose your own data plan; works with Verizon, T-Mobile, Sprint, AT&T, Google Fi, and other major carriers.Form_factor : Smartphone
- Capture great photos using your cell phone on the 12 MP dual pixel rear camera with features like Live HDRplus Night Sight, and Portrait Mode; share photos directly from the viewfinder of your Pixel camera to Google and popular third party apps
- The Adaptive Battery lasts up to 24 hours [1] as it learns your favorite apps and reduces power to the ones you rarely use
- HDRplus makes your photos look better by automatically adjusting for color and lighting; Night Sight lets you capture rich detail and color even in the dark; Portrait Mode helps you take beautiful portraits with a DSLR quality look
- The custom made Titan M security chip helps secure the operating system and protect sensitive data like passwords; automatically receive the latest OS and security updates on your cell phone for at least 3 years. [2]
- With Google's Personal Safety app if your mobile phone senses that you've been in a car accident, car crash detection can help reach 911 for you. [3]
- Beautiful bezel-less design with an 5.8 inch Full HDplus OLED display that goes from edge to edge so you can immerse yourself in your videos and apps
- With Call Screen Google Assistant helps you automatically filter out robocalls on your cell phone before it ever rings. [4]
- Please refer to the product description section below for all applicable legal disclaimers denoted by the bracketed numbers in the preceding bullet points (e.g., [1], [2], etc.)
- Google Pixel 4a Phone (Just Black) packaged with a Google Seal for Online Marketplace
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Fingerprint reader | 5.0 | 4.1 | 4.1 | 3.7 | 3.7 | 4.1 |
Battery life | 4.7 | 4.2 | 4.2 | 3.6 | 3.6 | 4.2 |
Value for money | — | 3.9 | 3.9 | 3.9 | 3.9 | 3.9 |
Sold By | New Sky INC | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com |
display size | 5.8 inches | 6.7 inches | 6.7 inches | 6.1 inches | 6.1 inches | 6.7 inches |
memory capacity | 128 GB | 128 GB | 128 GB | 128 GB | 128 GB | 512 GB |
model name | Pixel 4a | Pixel 8 Pro | Pixel 8 Pro | Pixel 7a | Pixel 7a | Pixel 8 Pro |
operating system | Android | Android 13.0 | Android 13.0 | Android 13.0 | Android 13.0 | Android 13.0 |
connectivity tech | USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, NFC | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, NFC | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, NFC, USB | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, NFC, USB | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, NFC |
display type | OLED | OLED | OLED | OLED | OLED | OLED |
input interface | touch screen | touch screen | touch screen | touch screen | touch screen | touch screen |
water resistance | water resistant | water resistant | water resistant | water resistant | water resistant | water resistant |
From the manufacturer
Meet Pixel 4a.
It comes packed with the things you want most in a phone, for a lot less than you’d expect. And it’s unlocked – so you can pick the carrier and data plan that work best for you.
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Top-notch photos. Taken up a notch.
HDR+ makes your photos look better by automatically adjusting for color and lighting.
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Capture the cosmos.
You can even take photos of the Milky Way. All it takes is one tap in Night Sight mode.[8]
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Focus on your favorites with Portrait Mode.
Capture beautiful portraits where the background fades into an artful blur for a DSLR-quality look.
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Snap, then share.
Share photos right from the viewfinder of your Pixel camera to Google and popular third-party apps.
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A battery that lasts up to 24 hours.[1]
The Adaptive Battery learns your favorite apps and reduces power to the ones you rarely use.
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End the robocalls.
Call Screen helps you proactively screen unknown callers before your phone ever rings.[4]
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An audio recorder with the best of Google.
The Pixel Recorder app automatically transcribes speech and categorizes different types of audio.[9]
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Rest assured.
It’s protected by the Titan M security chip and receives guaranteed updates for at least 3 years.[2]
Pick your Pixel.
Pixel 4a | Pixel 4a with 5G | Pixel 5 (5G) |
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Display5.8" FHD+ (1080 x 2340) OLED - 60 Hz refresh rate | Display6.2" FHD+ (1080 x 2340) OLED - 60 Hz refresh rate | Display6.0" FHD+ (1080 x 2340) Flexible OLED - Up to 90 Hz refresh rate[14] |
Processing power[15]Qualcomm[R] Snapdragon[TM] 730G - 2.2 GHz + 1.8 GHz, 64-bit Octa-Core | Processing power[15]Qualcomm[R] Snapdragon[TM] 765G - 2.4 GHz + 2.2 GHz + 1.8GHz, 64-bit Octa-Core | Processing power[15]Qualcomm[R] Snapdragon[TM] 765G - 2.4 GHz + 2.2 GHz + 1.8 GHz, 64-bit Octa-Core |
Memory and storage6 GB LPDDR4x - 128 GB storage[11] | Memory and storage6 GB LPDDR4x RAM - 128 GB storage[11] | Memory and storage8 GB LPDDR4x RAM - 128 GB storage[11] |
CameraRear: 12 MP - Front: 8 MP | CameraRear: 12 MP - 16 MP ultrawide - Front: 8 MP | CameraRear: 12 MP - 16 MP ultrawide - Front: 8 MP |
ChargingFast charging[5] | ChargingFast charging[17] | ChargingFast charging[17] - Wireless charging[16] and reverse wireless charging[18] |
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 5.7 x 2.7 x 0.3 inches |
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Item Weight | 5 ounces |
ASIN | B08CFSZLQ4 |
Item model number | G025J |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included) |
Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #39,120 in Climate Pledge Friendly (See Top 100 in Climate Pledge Friendly) #4,011 in Climate Pledge Friendly: Electronics |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
OS | Android |
RAM | 6 GB |
Wireless communication technologies | Cellular, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, NFC |
Connectivity technologies | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB, NFC |
GPS | True |
Display technology | OLED |
Other display features | Wireless |
Human Interface Input | Touchscreen |
Other camera features | Front, Rear, Video |
Audio Jack | 3.5 mm |
Form Factor | Smartphone |
Color | Just Black |
Battery Power Rating | 3140 |
Whats in the box | 18W USB-C power adapter 1 m USB-C to USB-C cable (USB 2.0) Quick Start Guide Quick Switch Adapter SIM tool |
Manufacturer | |
Date First Available | August 3, 2020 |
Memory Storage Capacity | 128 GB |
Standing screen display size | 5.8 Inches |
Ram Memory Installed Size | 6 GB |
Battery Capacity | 3140 Milliamp Hours |
Weight | 143 Grams |
Charging Time | 2 Hours |
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Product Description
Google Pixel 4a Phone (Just Black) packaged with a Google Seal for Online Marketplace Meet Pixel 4a the helpful Google phone at a helpful price. It comes packed with the things you want most in a phone, like a camera that takes great low-light photos, a battery that lasts up to 24 hours,[1] and the new Google Assistant. And it's an unlocked smartphone, so you can choose the data plan and carrier that work for you. [1] Approximate battery life based on a mix of talk, data, standby, and use of other features, with always on display off. An active display and other usage factors will decrease battery life. Pixel 4a battery testing conducted in Mountain View, California in early 2020 on pre-production hardware and software. Actual results may vary. [2] Android version updates for at least 3 years from when the device first became available on the Google Store in the US. [3] Personal Safety app features are dependent upon network connectivity and other factors and may not be reliable for emergency communications or available in all areas. For more information, see g.co/pixel/personalsafety. Car crash detection is not available in all languages or countries and may not detect all accidents. High-impact activities may trigger calls to emergency services. [4] US only. English only. Call Screen may not detect all robocalls.
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Customers like the value, performance, and camera of the cellular phone. For example, they mention it's a solid budget smartphone, does exceptionally well for the price range, and has an excellent camera. They're also satisfied with size, ease of use, and image quality. That said, opinions are mixed on battery life and quality.
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Customers like the value of the phone. They say it's a solid budget smartphone that does exceptionally well for the price range.
"...The most important part that makes this phone great is the price, $350...." Read more
"...but I can stand behind the Pixel 4a as a quality phone and a bargain at its list price." Read more
"...The camera is adequate. Pretty disappointing, actually. I loved the first Pixel for its image quality, and this one is identical. Literally...." Read more
"...Thanks again for a good phone at a reasonable cost." Read more
Customers like the performance of the cellular phone. They say that the pure Android runs really smooth and fast, the phone is very responsive, and does everything quickly. They also mention that the CPU/GPU is plenty fast, and there are no slow downs in playback or the transfer. Customers also appreciate the fast software experience and the fingerprint reader, which is practically instant.
"...✓ phone is very responsive and does not start lagging even with multiple websites, facebook, and Amazon shopping open and active;..." Read more
"...It does eveything quickly, with no hang; although, if you try hard enough you can slow it for a moment...." Read more
"...Nice form factor, always on display, fast and responsive fingerprint reader, a headphone jack and frequent updates to its operating system...." Read more
"...Fingerprint scanned is, well really really fast, almost instant, but like other fingerprint scanners, if your fingers are wet it wont recognize them..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the camera of the cellular phone. They mention that it has an excellent camera, with good specs. Some appreciate the video quality, saying that it's better than IPS LCD screens. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...✓ It is a nice, pleasant to hold size and is very suitable and comfortable to hold for extended periods of time while texting or viewing websites or..." Read more
"...I do like how this phone gives you one great camera as opposed to other manufacturers which give you like seven different pretty-much-useless camera..." Read more
"...The camera is adequate. Pretty disappointing, actually. I loved the first Pixel for its image quality, and this one is identical. Literally...." Read more
"...Nothing. Absolutely nothing. The Pixel 4a is a really great phone...." Read more
Customers like the size of the cellular phone. Some say that the compact size is good, pleasant to hold, and perfect for them. They also say that it fits nicely in their pocket and is comfortable for one-handed use. Some mention that the phone is small yet powerful and takes great pictures.
"...✓ It is a nice, pleasant to hold size and is very suitable and comfortable to hold for extended periods of time while texting or viewing websites or..." Read more
"...the iPhone X, thus I could easily use it with one hand and it fit well in my pockets...." Read more
"...This phone is cute, little, and light weight phone, but like not so little that the screens no good...." Read more
"...Nothing. Absolutely nothing. The Pixel 4a is a really great phone. Nice form factor, always on display, fast and responsive fingerprint reader, a..." Read more
Customers find the phone easy to use and intuitive. They say the software is simple and clean to use, making it convenient and easier to physically use. Customers also mention that the phone basically set itself up, which is a bit of a letdown for those who enjoy tinkering.
"...It def beats android and I think it might even beat iphones!Easy set up with transferring from my old phone to this one...." Read more
"...I want a nice clear picture taking camera that’s easy to use and quick! I use the camera more than phone calls and text so I really love this phone!..." Read more
"...Setting up was a bit more difficult in that the automatic transfer process the phone tries to start apparently did not work at all, or maybe I'm..." Read more
"...and stuff I don't have an issue with the speaker or the earpiece very simple to use and my camera is still working nicely I I still get really nice..." Read more
Customers like the image quality of the cellular phone. They say the camera that AI sharpens and makes pictures look true to life. They also say the standard photos are very detailed texture and skin tone wise. The built-in software improves the photos and is unrivaled. Customers also say that the phone is great for capturing personal photos and videos, and the screen is sharp.
"...Picture quality is awesome! It def beats android and I think it might even beat iphones!..." Read more
"...Night mode is absolutely amazing. Takes amazing pictures, sharp and color accurate. Video recording is great as well...." Read more
"...With this camera I have none of that the pics are just crystal clear and I don’t have to stand on my head and pray just for a good pic...." Read more
"...astrophotography mode will engage in Night Sight mode that allows for amazing star photos. The real-time HDR adjustment and preview is really nice...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the battery life of the cellular phone. Some mention that it has excellent battery life with Google's online tool, bloat free, fast software, and an extreme battery saver mode. However, others say that it did not last as long as the phone did, it has a surprisingly small battery, and it swelled up in the phone.
"...out what might still be available with Android updates, has a decent battery life, and is small and appealing and I found the 4a...." Read more
"...Glass is always heavier and less durable than other materials choices, and it's just altogether not well suited for the backside of a mobile handset..." Read more
"...Battery life is also pretty decent, better than the aging battery on my iPhone 8 since I could comfortably leave it off the charger for one night...." Read more
"...Very nice.A very hardy battery.No flashy outer design, very few visible markings...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the cellular phone. Some mention that the build quality is good, and it holds up quite well to most use cases. They also appreciate the strong radios, smooth operation, and battery life. However, others say that it broke twice without any exterior damage, and the actual body of the phone doesn't seem as solid as they have come to expect.
"...It's an actual pleasure to use, everytime...." Read more
"...to switch they took my case off to switch sim cards and it was a shattered mess which I was highly disappointed about because I thought it was in..." Read more
"...may be different for you, but I can stand behind the Pixel 4a as a quality phone and a bargain at its list price." Read more
"...Build quality is good, I don't mind the plastic back because it feels really good in your hand, its smooth and not slippery, it is really nice to..." Read more
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I gravitate toward pure Google phones because one can tweak them and make them function and operate and perform to the specific individuals needs.
I have had every Google phone from the original Pixel right through the 5. This review is about the 4a so I won't elaborate on why I dislike models past the 5. I will only say that they're just too darn BIG.
I found this phone on Amazon being sold as "used, like new" from Amazon stock and I already knew that if it's coming directly from Amazon stock that it's not going to be some discarded vendor phone with a attachment of a service provider or bloatware, etc. (because Amazon is careful the screen what they sell from their own stock because they stand behind it 100% 😁).
Even though I have a whole bunch of phones from which to choose, I use a Pixel 4a5g as my primary phone but it started to feel a little bit too large for me and holding it just hurt my hand for lack of better description. I don't like large phones. I always keep two primary phones and my secondary phone, that I had for almost 6 years, finally gave up so I was in the market to replace it.
I wanted something smaller than the 4a5g, which I do continue to use. Google's phones just keep getting bigger so I sought out what might still be available with Android updates, has a decent battery life, and is small and appealing and I found the 4a. I ADORE IT!
I could probably write a book about all the reasons that you should buy this phone but it would take a zillion years to do so and certainly blow up Amazon's servers SO I will synopsize.
✓ It is a nice, pleasant to hold size and is very suitable and comfortable to hold for extended periods of time while texting or viewing websites or videos;
✓ right out of the box you will be able to update to Android 13 and receive updates, I believe for the next 3 years;
✓ it does not come with a bunch of bloatware which people usually try to get rid of by rooting their phones and therefore destroying warranty and usually screwing up their phones. Right out of the box you can customize it to perform to your personal satisfaction;
✓ battery life is absolutely fantastic! On paper the battery doesn't look like it would be so great but, au contraire, I've been texting and looking at YouTube videos and shopping online since 8:30 this morning (it's 3:19 right now so that's almost 8 hours) and my battery is still at 86% 😮! EXCELLENT!;
✓ it does not come with wireless charging built in but you can purchase a wireless adapter (get "short" if you don't want the finger print unlock covered up) for about $15 and the charging world is beautiful;
✓ unlike most of the newer phones, this one came with the charger, c cord, as well as the adapter so you can zap the contents of your existing phone right smack over to your new 4a before you get done deciding on what to make for dinner;
✓ phone is very responsive and does not start lagging even with multiple websites, facebook, and Amazon shopping open and active;
✓ screen resolution is exceptional and does NOT force dark mode as many of the current models do;
✓ easily accessible full developer mode allows you to tweak the settings so that the phone performs and looks the way YOU want it to;
✓ has fingerprint unlock as well as custom bezel configuration;
✓ cutout can be easily hidden for those that find it annoying as I do (on other brands of phones you're stuck with the thing 😡);
✓ camera quality is absolutely excellent for both stills and videos as well as wide and landscape modes. For those desiring a camera camera camera type of mode, I usually install "open camera" for my clients. It allows you to tweak the heck out of everything and make the phone perform as a camera... There is absolutely no need to spend ridiculous amounts of money to get one of those phones that boasts about their camera... just install that app and I can't imagine anything else you could possibly need;
I quite literally could go on for pages about what I love about this phone but it would take forever. I cannot find any flaws about it at all. I'm absolutely thrilled to have a phone that is a comfortable size and performs as I want it to.
The only drawback that might even be something to be thought of is if you keep your phone for 10 or 12 years is that you are capped at 4G. BUT if you live in the United States that shouldn't be an issue at all for the next decade. I told you that my phone of 7 years finally died. It was working beautifully at 3G. It just got worn out. I do know a bit about customizing and programming phones and that might be why my lasted so long but with a little bit of care yours should be able to last just as long and don't be scared off by the 4G. It will last WELL into the future.
I am absolutely thrilled with my purchase! If you are in the market for an unlocked fully customizable phone, and you want one that isn't as big as a freaking cereal box sitting in front of you, this is the way to go!
Of course, being $350 there are a few things that it misses out on compared to higher-tier phones. One of those things would be the plastic unibody build over something like a metal and glass sandwich. On a phone of this price point it's fine, though I did have a bit of plastic creaking near the SIM slot. It was just an annoyance at worst, because the rest of the plastic build felt fine.
Wireless charging is also not present, this may disappoint some that used it but it didn't bother me cause I never used wireless charging on my iPhone 8.
There's no water resistance either, which did raise my eyebrows a bit before I bought the phone but I don't submerge my phone in water or take it to very dusty places.
One thing this does have that the $700 Pixel 5 doesn't have is a headphone jack. So if you still use anything with a 3.5mm plug, this phone has you covered with no need for adapters! The speakers are also quite good, with one speaker on the bottom next to the USB-C port and one built into the earpiece.
As for the software, it's got three years of updates which is better than many Android manufactures, but it still won't top Apple's software support. I did notice a few software bugs when I used it, mainly with YouTube Vanced's PIP mode after a certain amount of time. Restarting fixed the issue but it was an annoyance. Hopefully that was just Android 11 and that gets fixed with a future update.
Battery life is also pretty decent, better than the aging battery on my iPhone 8 since I could comfortably leave it off the charger for one night. Given that it's a small phone by today's standards it's not going to be a battery life king, but it's better than the $400 iPhone SE.
The size is something I loved about this phone, my hands are relatively small and I like my phone to be pocketable, which is something that I'm not a fan of with most new phones being over 6 inches in size. The 5.81-inch edge-to-edge screen Is of a similar size to my iPhone 8 and the iPhone X, thus I could easily use it with one hand and it fit well in my pockets. This is something I'm sure is greatly appreciated by those who also like smaller phones.
The camera has been the definition of the Pixel phones since the first ones launched in 2016. This phone has an amazing single 12MP lens, mostly made great by Google's computational photography software. Night mode was very nice to use, as in the scenarios I used it in it helped out take better photos at night. I'm no expert with cameras so I don't know much about white balance, dynamic range, etc. I do like how this phone gives you one great camera as opposed to other manufacturers which give you like seven different pretty-much-useless camera sensors.
Overall, this is the phone to buy if you're on a budget of less than $500 and you want something that will fulfill all the general needs. I would suggest going for the Pixel 4a 5G version if you can afford a $500 phone as that has a second ultrawide camera lens, a faster Snapdragon 765G SOC, and as the name says, 5G connectivity. That phone will overall will give you a very very close experience to the Pixel 5, but if you don't have that much to put down for a phone, and if you like the standard 4a's smaller size, this phone is the way to go. I highly recommend it and I would personally pick this any day of the week over a similarly priced phone from a China brand like Oppo, Xiaomi, ZTE, Vivo, etc.
Reviewed in the United States on March 10, 2021
Of course, being $350 there are a few things that it misses out on compared to higher-tier phones. One of those things would be the plastic unibody build over something like a metal and glass sandwich. On a phone of this price point it's fine, though I did have a bit of plastic creaking near the SIM slot. It was just an annoyance at worst, because the rest of the plastic build felt fine.
Wireless charging is also not present, this may disappoint some that used it but it didn't bother me cause I never used wireless charging on my iPhone 8.
There's no water resistance either, which did raise my eyebrows a bit before I bought the phone but I don't submerge my phone in water or take it to very dusty places.
One thing this does have that the $700 Pixel 5 doesn't have is a headphone jack. So if you still use anything with a 3.5mm plug, this phone has you covered with no need for adapters! The speakers are also quite good, with one speaker on the bottom next to the USB-C port and one built into the earpiece.
As for the software, it's got three years of updates which is better than many Android manufactures, but it still won't top Apple's software support. I did notice a few software bugs when I used it, mainly with YouTube Vanced's PIP mode after a certain amount of time. Restarting fixed the issue but it was an annoyance. Hopefully that was just Android 11 and that gets fixed with a future update.
Battery life is also pretty decent, better than the aging battery on my iPhone 8 since I could comfortably leave it off the charger for one night. Given that it's a small phone by today's standards it's not going to be a battery life king, but it's better than the $400 iPhone SE.
The size is something I loved about this phone, my hands are relatively small and I like my phone to be pocketable, which is something that I'm not a fan of with most new phones being over 6 inches in size. The 5.81-inch edge-to-edge screen Is of a similar size to my iPhone 8 and the iPhone X, thus I could easily use it with one hand and it fit well in my pockets. This is something I'm sure is greatly appreciated by those who also like smaller phones.
The camera has been the definition of the Pixel phones since the first ones launched in 2016. This phone has an amazing single 12MP lens, mostly made great by Google's computational photography software. Night mode was very nice to use, as in the scenarios I used it in it helped out take better photos at night. I'm no expert with cameras so I don't know much about white balance, dynamic range, etc. I do like how this phone gives you one great camera as opposed to other manufacturers which give you like seven different pretty-much-useless camera sensors.
Overall, this is the phone to buy if you're on a budget of less than $500 and you want something that will fulfill all the general needs. I would suggest going for the Pixel 4a 5G version if you can afford a $500 phone as that has a second ultrawide camera lens, a faster Snapdragon 765G SOC, and as the name says, 5G connectivity. That phone will overall will give you a very very close experience to the Pixel 5, but if you don't have that much to put down for a phone, and if you like the standard 4a's smaller size, this phone is the way to go. I highly recommend it and I would personally pick this any day of the week over a similarly priced phone from a China brand like Oppo, Xiaomi, ZTE, Vivo, etc.
While I do find Google's mere existence (as it is, being an all-powerful monopoly with worryingly increasing influence in our lives... which I say on an Amazon review. Ha.), I can say that their software, and phone hardware, is fantastic.
It does eveything quickly, with no hang; although, if you try hard enough you can slow it for a moment. Software is clean and it facilitates its own use more than it hinders it. No flashiness, all subtle polish over the original design. Very nice.
A very hardy battery.
No flashy outer design, very few visible markings.
The BEST part is how clicky the volume and power switches are. It's an actual pleasure to use, everytime.
The camera is adequate. Pretty disappointing, actually. I loved the first Pixel for its image quality, and this one is identical. Literally. They did improve the computational processing, but... eh, four years later and I really expected better. The sensor is quite dated. BUT, it does its job, and slightly better than the first iteration, so, I am not too deposed over it.
Overall, love this thing. Although, it IS a budget phone. Do consider that. However, if you are looking for an exemplary version of a hudget phone, with good software (brought to you by our Google overlords), then this is a great option.
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This photo made me fall in love with pixel, this is my first pixel. It's so much faster than my Samsung. So easy to transfer my stuff over to pixel because I'm a Google person.
The battery life is ok. It doesn't last 24hr unless you use your phone all the time. It'll drain very quick if you're on it too long but charging it is very easy and quick. It can be back to 100% in a hour of charging.
i wanted this device but maybe someday before it runs out like generation gap!!
PROS
- Se acomoda muy bien en la mano y el ensamble es de buena calidad
- Botones fáciles de alcanzar y con buena sensación al presionarlos
- El lector de huellas es bastante rápido y preciso
- Altavoz estereo con sonido decente
- Tiene entrada de 3.5mm para audífonos
- Andoid puro que hace la experiencia de uso bastante limpia y fluida. Viene con la versión 10, actualizable a 11
- Google garantiza actualizaciones hasta agosto 2023
- Tiene una e-sim integrada para habilitar dual sim
- Definitivamente la cámara (más detalles abajo)
- Batería no muy grande pero suficiente para el día a día
- Instructivo y adaptador para migrar todos los archivos de tu teléfono viejo de manera sencilla
- Pantalla OLED 60Hz
CONTRAS
- El cuerpo es de plástico (personalmente no me molesta)
- El lector de huellas apenas tiene relieve y puede ser dificil encontrarlo hasta que uno se acostumbra. También ocasiona toques accidentales
- La pantalla no es la más brillosa, carece un poco en ambientes de mucha luz
- No tiene dual sim física (se puede habilitar con e-sim)
- Aun no hay muchas opciones de fundas pero seguramente se irán actualizando
- Sin carga inalámbrica
- Sin reconocimiento facial
- Sin ranura para microSD (los 128gb internos para mí son más que suficientes)
CÁMARA
- Solo tiene un lente, pero es lo suficientemente bueno para compensar la falta de otros
- El obturador es rápido
- El procesamiento es tardado (5 segundos aprox) pero la calidad que resulta lo compensa
- Cámara lenta de hasta 1/8x
- Función de time lapse integrada
- El modo de visión nocturna es bastante buena
- Opción de fotos en RAW
- Graba video hasta 4k
- No tiene modo pro/manual, por lo que no se puede ajustar prácticamente nada (balance de blancos, iso, AF, EV, etc.)
* En las fotos se muestra el modo retrato. Antes y después de procesar
Reviewed in Mexico on October 1, 2020
PROS
- Se acomoda muy bien en la mano y el ensamble es de buena calidad
- Botones fáciles de alcanzar y con buena sensación al presionarlos
- El lector de huellas es bastante rápido y preciso
- Altavoz estereo con sonido decente
- Tiene entrada de 3.5mm para audífonos
- Andoid puro que hace la experiencia de uso bastante limpia y fluida. Viene con la versión 10, actualizable a 11
- Google garantiza actualizaciones hasta agosto 2023
- Tiene una e-sim integrada para habilitar dual sim
- Definitivamente la cámara (más detalles abajo)
- Batería no muy grande pero suficiente para el día a día
- Instructivo y adaptador para migrar todos los archivos de tu teléfono viejo de manera sencilla
- Pantalla OLED 60Hz
CONTRAS
- El cuerpo es de plástico (personalmente no me molesta)
- El lector de huellas apenas tiene relieve y puede ser dificil encontrarlo hasta que uno se acostumbra. También ocasiona toques accidentales
- La pantalla no es la más brillosa, carece un poco en ambientes de mucha luz
- No tiene dual sim física (se puede habilitar con e-sim)
- Aun no hay muchas opciones de fundas pero seguramente se irán actualizando
- Sin carga inalámbrica
- Sin reconocimiento facial
- Sin ranura para microSD (los 128gb internos para mí son más que suficientes)
CÁMARA
- Solo tiene un lente, pero es lo suficientemente bueno para compensar la falta de otros
- El obturador es rápido
- El procesamiento es tardado (5 segundos aprox) pero la calidad que resulta lo compensa
- Cámara lenta de hasta 1/8x
- Función de time lapse integrada
- El modo de visión nocturna es bastante buena
- Opción de fotos en RAW
- Graba video hasta 4k
- No tiene modo pro/manual, por lo que no se puede ajustar prácticamente nada (balance de blancos, iso, AF, EV, etc.)
* En las fotos se muestra el modo retrato. Antes y después de procesar