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Pre-order The Google Pixel 6a And Buds Pro Ahead Of 28 July ... (Geek Culture)

The Google Pixel 6a starts at S$749 and Pixel Buds Pro are available at S$299.

There’s even an additional bank offer for Citi cardholders. The Pixel 6a’s affordable price is made possible by including Google Tensor in the Pixel 6a – the same brain powering Google’s full generation of Pixel 6 phones. - Receive a S$50 Amazon.sg Gift Card + FREE Fitbit Charge 5 (Fitbit offer ends 31 July) when you make a bundle purchase of any Pixel 6a and Pixel Buds Pro.

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Google launches Pixel 6a in India; check price, features (Business Today)

Along with the Pixel 6a, Google has also launched Pixel Buds Pro for Rs 19990.

It features Active Noise Cancellation with Silent Seal for adapting to your unique ear shape, and the earbuds fit in your ear canal to maximise. The Pixel 6a is powered by the Google Tensor chip, the first to be designed by Google, which the company claims makes the Pixel 6a super-fast and responsive. As a part of the global launch, Google Pixel 6a will be available in India starting July 28.

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Google Pixel 6a pre-orders start in India: Price, specs, free offers ... (Times of India)

Google Pixel fans, your long wait is over. Google Pixel 6a is finally in India. Google has announced that its latest A-series smartphone - the all-new.

In India, Pixel 6a is available in two classic, yet modern colours - Charcoal and Chalk. Pixel 6a is powered by Google's own Tensor chipset, the first-ever chip designed by the company. It is the same chipset that also powers the premium Pixel 6 series phones -- Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro. Google Pixel 6a has a 6.1-inch FHD+ OLED display with 60Hz refresh rate. The smartphone comes only in a single storage variant with 6GB RAM and 128GB of storage. However, Pixel 5 series and Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro did not launch in India. Google Pixel fans, your long wait is over.

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Google Pixel 6a, Pixel Buds Pro now open for pre-booking in India ... (The Indian Express)

Google Pixel 6a is now open for pre-orders in India, starting at a price of Rs 43999. The Pixel 6a was announced in May at Google's I/O conference.

Google’s Pixel Buds Pro comes with Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and a unique ear shape to ensure the perfect fit. The smartphone also comes with the Titan M2 chip from Google for hardware-level security. The Pixel 6a comes with a three-month trial of YouTube Premium and Google One. Meanwhile, the Pixel Buds Pro will be available for purchase on Flipkart in India starting July 28, at Rs 19,990. The Pixel 6a runs Google’s own Tensor GS101 chipset, which is powering the Pixel 6 series. The front camera is 8MP. Google has added several software-based camera features like Magic Eraser and Nightsight to the Pixel camera. Pixel 6a sports a 6.1-inch FHD+ OLED screen with a 90Hz refresh rate.

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Google Pixel 6a and Pixel Buds Pro Preorder Is Here (Gizmodo Australia)

Pixel 6a and Pixel Buds Pro are available for preorder from today. Here's what you can expect and where you can buy them in Australia.

Now, for the first time, they’re getting a Pro model with active noise cancellation, although it pushes Pixel Buds to their highest price point yet. We break out the specs of the Pixel 6a over here – stay tuned for our review coming soon, too. Telstra Pixel 6a plans:

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Google Pixel 6a, Buds Pro up for pre-orders in India, sale starts July 28 (Business Standard)

The Pixel 6a will be available in 6GB RAM and 128GB storage configuration at Rs 43999. The Pixel Buds Pro will be available at Rs 19990.

The Pixel Buds Pro supports wireless charging, and has a battery capable of up to 11 hours of listening time or up to seven hours with ANC on. Google says the Pixel Buds Pro processes a wide range of frequencies with low latency to keep the audio sounding natural and in sync. Touted by Google as a perfect companion to the Pixel phones, the Pixel Buds Pro are premium wireless earbuds with active noise cancellation feature.

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Google Pixel 6a, Buds Pro launched in India; check prices ... (Deccan Herald)

When Google unveiled the Pixel 6a on day one of the I/O 2022 developers conference in May, there were doubts whether the search engine giant would bring the ...

The earbuds boast an IPX4 rating, meaning they can survive accidental water splashes from any angle and sweat too. And, the Magic Eraser will offer the option to remove any obstructions or even strangers photo bombing the family picture in an instant on the native Google camera app. On the front, it houses an 8MP 84-degree ultra-wide lens (with IMX355 sensor, f/2.0). Google has promised to offer five years of security software support for up to 2027. It is backed by 6GB LPDDR5 RAM, 128GB (UFS 3.1) storage, and a 4,306mAh battery with an 18W charger. The device will up available for sale from July 28 onwards.

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Pixel 6a (with free Buds A-Series) and Pixel Buds Pro pre-orders ... (9to5Google)

Google announced at I/O 2022 that both products would be available to pre-order on July 21 with shipping and retail availability set for a week later. As of ...

You have until August 1 (or July 27 in some countries) to purchase the Pixel 6a and take advantage of this offer. - France:Pixel 6a– Pixel Buds Pro Google announced at I/O 2022 that both products would be available to pre-order on July 21 with shipping and retail availability set for a week later.

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Google Pixel 6a goes on pre-order in India today, price starts from ... (91mobiles)

The phone features the Google Tensor chip, 12MP dual rear cameras, and a 4,308mAh battery with 18W fast charging support. Google Pixel 6a will receive five ...

The Google Pixel 6a flaunts a 6.1-inch Full-HD+ OLED panel that supports a 60Hz refresh rate, 20:9 aspect ratio, HDR, 429 PPI, and always-on display with now playing. For authentication, the Pixel 6a has an under-display fingerprint sensor. Google Pixel 6a draws power from Google’s in-house Tensor chipset and ships with 6GB RAM and 128GB UFS 3.1 storage, which is not expandable. The Google Pixel 6a comes in two colour options: Chalk and Charcoal. You can pre-order the Pixel 6a starting today and the phone will be available for purchase on Flipkart from July 28th. Here’s a comparison between the Nothing Phone (1) vs Google Pixel 6a if you’re interested. Further, Google offers a free three-month YouTube Premium subscription and 100 GB of cloud storage from Google One on the Google Pixel 6a.

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Pixel 6a now on sale in India at special launch price of Rs 39999 ... (India Today)

Google Pixel 6a is now available in India. The phone has been launched at the starting price of Rs 43999, and it is going to be available on Flipkart.

Google says that the Buds Pro will offer up to 11 hours of music playback (7 hours with active noise cancellation turned on). Like other Pixel phones, this one too runs a clean version of Android — currently Android 12, but will likely be updated soon to Android 13. The phone has an MRP of Rs 43,999, even if for now it is available with a few offers. The phone has a 12-megapixel main camera as well as another 12-megapixel ultra-wide camera. Over here at India Today Tech, we will have our quick impression of the device a few hours from now, so do check us again later today or tomorrow. The Google Pixel 6a, which was shown at Google IO a few months ago, has arrived in India and is now available for pre-order on Flipkart. Google says that the deliveries of the phone will start in India from July 28.

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Google releases Pixel 6a smartphone, online pre-orders now open (Youthopia)

As such, its hardware is superior to the Pixel 5a which still runs Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G. At 178g, the device is also lighter than the company's recent ...

It also supports Transparency Mode that lets in ambient noise for users to stay aware of their surroundings. However, it comes with 128GB onboard storage like the other devices. It is also equipped with a dual rear camera system, including 12.2 megapixel wide-angle and 12 megapixel ultrawide cameras.

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Google Pixel 6a versus Nothing Phone (1): Prices in India, specs ... (Financial Express)

Pixel 6a is officially arriving in India today. Considering that its predecessor, Pixel 5a, never made it here, it's good news for Pixel fans and ...

Phone (1) has dual cameras on the back, too, with a 50MP Sony IMX766 main sensor behind an f/1.88 lens with OIS and EIS and another 50MP sensor with ultrawide lens with a field of view of 114-degrees. Battery capacity, fast charging: The Pixel 6a has a 4,410mAh battery with 18W fast charging. RAM, Storage: The Pixel 6a comes with 6GB of RAM and 128GB UFS of storage. The Phone (1) has a 6.55-inch 120Hz OLED display with a 1080p resolution and support for HDR10+ playback. Display: The Pixel 6a has a 6.1-inch OLED display with a 1080p resolution and 60Hz refresh rate. Interestingly, the Pixel 6a pre-orders in India are starting on the same day that Nothing’s Phone (1) is going on sale for the first time.

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Pre-Orders For Google Pixel 6a Smartphone Now Open on Amazon ... (IGN Southeast Asia)

Google's latest smartphone, the Pixel 6a, is available now for pre-order through Amazon Singapore, with exclusive offers that are worth your while.

If you buy the Google Pixel and associated products on Amazon Singapore, exclusive offers await from July 21 to August 3. The Pixel 6a also comes in three colours: Chalk, Charcoal and Sage. Google’s line of Pixel smartphones has been a dark horse within the industry, a sleeper hit that consistently provides spectacular performances and improves with each new iteration.

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Google Pixel 6a and Pixel Buds Pro are up for pre-order in India ... (GSMArena.com)

The phone is INR43,999 ($550), the earbuds cost INR19,990 ($250).

But, for me Pixel 6A is a better deal, guaranteed monthly security patches and three years of software updates, and lastly stock Android is... The Pixel Buds Pro are at INR19,990 ($250). There is also the pure Android 12 experience, and a reasonable 4,410 mAh battery albeit with limited 18W charging.

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Google Pixel 6a open for pre-order (TrustedReviews)

The Google Pixel 6a is open for pre-order ahead of its July 28 launch, offering a compelling mid-range smartphone package for £399.

We’re expecting this to be one of the best mid-range cameras around. The latter not only promises to give this mid-range phone flagship-level performance, it also enables fancy features like Magic Eraser and super-fast speech recognition. It’ll set you back £399 / $449, and there are three colours to choose from: Sage, Charcoal, and Chalk.

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Google Pixel 6a: Everything you need to know (Tech Advisor)

Google has officially launched the Pixel 6a, complete with the company's own Tensor chip, and pre-orders have opened now.

The phone will ship running Android 12, but will be one of the first to get Android 13 once it arrives. Google says the typical battery size is 4,410mAh, but it can be as low as 4,306mAh on some models. From the official photos, you’ll also notice the Pixel 6a’s new design. Of course, the Pixel is also available from Amazon and all the other usual tech stores and networks. Google says the Pixel 6a is up 5x faster than last year’s phone, but it’s not clear which tests were used to determine this. You can buy the phone direct from Google, and right now an order will also get you a free pair of the also-impressive Pixel Buds A headphones.

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Google Pixel 6a launched: 10 things to know (Business Today)

Google launched the Google Pixel 6a in India on July 21 along with the Google Pixels Buds Pro and they will go on sale on July 28.

2. The Google Pixel 6a is powered by the company’s in-house Tensor chip (GS101). This is the first chip built by Google for its own devices and it promises to make the whole device, and all its offerings including the Live Translate feature, work more efficiently and faster. This makes the smartphone more personal and more customisable. The Pixel 6a has a IP67 rating which means that the device was water and dust resistant. We last saw the Google Pixel 4a that launched here in 2020 and the Pixel Buds A-Series that came later in 2021. But just to round it all off, here are 10 things you need to know about the Pixel 6a. Since then, Google has launched the Pixel 5 series, and the Pixel 6 series with the spanking new design - but these were not officially launched in India.

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Google opens Pixel 6a pre-orders in 13 different markets (GSMArena.com)

Countries in North America, Asia, Australia, and Europe are all getting the smartphone.

Google Pixel 6a is offered in Green, White, and Black colors, although the Green one might not be available everywhere. Now the other major markets where the smartphone was expected to arrive can also pre-order the phone. Google is offering the Pixel 6a for pre-order in India, which wasn’t part of the original announcement.

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This Google Pixel 6a preorder deal gets you a FREE pair of earbuds (Expert Reviews)

This is the best Google Pixel 6a preorder deal so far: cheap data from iD Mobile and a free pair of Pixel Buds A-Series worth £100.

That means you'll be getting the same amount of performance grunt with the Pixel 6a as the brilliant Pixel 6 Pro. That will be backed by 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. We'll be publishing our full review of the Google Pixel 6a very soon, but it already looks like a crowd-pleaser. And, as a sweetener, you'll be treated to a free pair of four-star Google Pixel Buds A-Series earbuds worth £100. Phew!

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Google Pixel 6a and Pixel Buds Pro sales start in 13 countries with a ... (Notebookcheck.net)

Google has started offering the Pixel 6a and Pixel Buds Pro in multiple markets. Available to order in far more countries than the Pixel 5a, the Pixel 6a ...

It is worth noting that Google does not include a case or a charger in the case, first-party versions of which both retail for £25. Both the Pixel Buds Pro and Pixel 6a will begin shipping on July 28. Typically, these retail for £99.99, just under half what the Pixel Buds Pro cost. Hence, you cannot physically equip the Pixel 6a with more than 128 GB of storage, unlike the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro.

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Google Pixel 6a shows that greatness doesn't need to exceed ... (Mashable)

Google's newest Pixel A-series phone brings the kind of camera excellence, powerful performance, and killer battery life we should all expect by now.

I tried taking a shot of this hanging planter on a cafe patio in my neighborhood and the thin rods affixing it to the roof became a problem that no amount of in-camera editing could fix. That applies to the Pixel 6a’s cameras, too. One of those features — one that Google helped pioneer — is Night Sight, the computational photo mode in Pixel phones that turns nighttime shots into something that’s not just visible, but attractive to look at. Tensor also has a hand in the Pixel 6a’s camera (more on that later), and I’m pleased to report software-based rendering tools like Night Sight and Portrait Mode do their thing so speedily that you’ll barely notice. It’s a small bummer, but the good news is you won’t need to charge the Pixel 6a that much anyway. For the Pixel 6 line in 2021, Google for the first time built its own custom chipset called Tensor to power the phones. However, the 12MP ultra-wide lens and 8MP selfie cam are the same as on Pixel 6. You shouldn’t be surprised, then, that the $450 Pixel 6a is probably the easiest new Android phone to recommend to anyone in the market for one right now. That figure is acceptable given that almost every iPhone ever made has gone with the same refresh rate, but we’re supposed to live in a better world now. Right away, anyone who has touched a Pixel 6 will notice the slight downsizing in the Pixel 6a. Last year’s Pixel 6 could link up with charging pads, but Google felt the need to cut that out, likely as a cost-saving measure. I’m glad to report you can mostly do that with the Pixel 6a, though any app like Twitter or Instagram with prominent UI features in the upper left corner of the screen were usually unreachable without assistance from my left hand.

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Google Pixel 6A review: midrange parts, Tensor smarts (The Verge)

The Google Pixel 6A offers excellent performance for its $449 price point thanks to its flagship-grade chipset, Tensor. The 6A also includes a 6.1-inch OLED ...

The other approach is to invest a little more in those nice-to-have features, like a fast refreshing screen, but to include a cheaper processor and sacrifice a bit on performance. The Pixel 6 and 6 Pro launched with Android 12, and it wasn’t exactly the best experience for early adopters since the first versions of the software were buggy. I shot a backlit video with the Pixel 5A at 4K / 60p and compared it to the 6A with the same settings. The 6A will get five years of security updates, the same as the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro. Google wouldn’t confirm to us how many OS platform upgrades the 6A will get, but the 6 and 6 Pro are promised three. Tensor adds a couple of interesting new features, but the foundation that the 6A’s camera is built on was already a strong one. One Tensor feature that’s available on the 6 and 6 Pro but missing from the 6A is Motion Mode. Google spokesperson Rebecca Pineiro says it isn’t enabled because of the 6A’s “hardware differences” from the 6 and 6 Pro. This is a feature that mimics the creative blur effects of long exposure and panning photography techniques — things that typically take time, special equipment, and practice to perfect. The 6 and 6 Pro can do a convincing impression of both effects with just one press of the shutter. The Pixel 6A carries an IP67 rating for water resistance, making it a little less robust than the IP68-rated Pixel 6 and 6 Pro — but not much. It’s more symbolic than anything that the 6A doesn’t use the new 50-megapixel sensor from the Pixel 6 because, in reality, photos from that new high-res sensor aren’t dramatically better than that of the older camera. For longevity and the very best performance, the 6A is the way to go. The Pixel 6A’s 12-megapixel f/1.7 main camera is borrowed from the Pixel 5A, with a couple of Tensor-enabled benefits. The 6A beats the A53 in a few ways, but as far as the screen goes, it’s all Samsung. So, should you consider the A53 over the 6A? It depends.

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Google Pixel 6a Review: Serious Bang For Your Buck (Review Geek)

Still, there's plenty to like about the phone, so don't count it out yet. Table of Contents. Hardware, Design, and Build Quality The Display

One of the biggest differences between the Pixel 6 and the new Pixel 6a is the display. Plus, the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro had wildly different battery life results depending on the user or reviewer. Just know that Google put the same high-performance Tensor chip from the Pixel 6 Pro in the budget-friendly Pixel 6a, and performance shouldn’t be an issue. The Pixel 6a is fast, fluid, and runs great. The Pixel 6a cameras are capable, but they’re not quite as good as the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro. Even the front-facing camera is still 8MP instead of 10MP, but it’ll certainly get the job done. Basically, the affordable Pixel 6a has the same solid camera experience we’ve all come to know and love. Going from a 120Hz display on my daily phone to the Pixel 6a made the refresh rate highly noticeable. In that sense, the Pixel 6a is perfect. With the Pixel 6a, we’re getting the same overall look, feel, and design as the flagship Pixel 6 series. It’s almost flat and not nearly as pronounced as the Pixel 6. The new Google Pixel 6a is arguable the best bang for your buck and easy to recommend. We’re also getting the same 12MP camera Google used since the Pixel 3, not the latest and greatest.

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Google's Pixel 6A Puts Smarts and Power Ahead of the Camera (WIRED)

This affordable midrange phone checks off all the boxes but no longer has a sizable lead with its camera and software support.

On a similar note, the Pixel 6A does not feature wireless charging, nor does it have a MicroSD card slot or a headphone jack—features not everyone needs but would have been nice to have since they are available on similarly priced phones. (It absolutely doesn't feel like the cheap plastic on a lot of budget and midrange phones though.) The screen ratchets all the way up to 800 nits in high brightness mode, and I've had no issues reading on it these swelteringly hot days. Same with software support: The new Pixel has a good level of support, but what’s offered is not the best-in-class package that it used to be. The size is a big reason. It also packs a pretty good camera, but gone are the days when the camera on the midrange Pixel handily outclassed its peers.

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Pixel 6a review: Half the price of Pixel 6 Pro, but just as good (ZDNet)

One cost-cutting area for Google and the Pixel 6a is the material used on the outside of the phone. The display is covered with Gorilla Glass 3, which ...

My experience over the last two weeks with the Pixel 6a proves that your phone doesn't need to have the best parts and pieces to provide the best experience. One cost-cutting area for Google and the Pixel 6a is the material used on the outside of the phone. There are a few photos where it struggled with color saturation, but as you can see in the picture of the roses below, that's a tough picture to get right for any camera. To be fair, the only time I had issues with the sensor on the 6 Pro was when I tried to unlock the phone in direct sunlight -- it would fail more than not. The memory is another cost-saving measure, but I haven't noticed any issues with 6GB compared to the 6 Pro's 12GB of memory. There isn't a headphone jack to be found on the Pixel 6a, something that was included on the Pixel 5a and has, so far, been a staple feature of other entry-level phones. The dual 12-megapixel camera setup, on paper at least, looks like it'd take good, but not great, photos when compared to the 6 Pro's camera specs (50MP main, 12MP ultra-wide, and 48MP telephoto). But the longer I used it, the more I felt like Goldilocks with the size of the 6a feeling just right. I've been using the Pixel 6a for the last two weeks, replacing an alternating rotation of the Pixel 6 Pro and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 as my main Android device. But because the $449 Pixel 6a is available to order starting today, July 21, with deliveries following a week later on July 28. There's a slight bump from the bar that stops the phone from lying flat on a desk, instead holding it up at a slight angle. Our goal is to deliver the most accurate information and the most knowledgeable advice possible in order to help you make smarter buying decisions on tech gear and a wide array of products and services.

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Google opens Pixel 6a pre-orders in 13 different markets - comments (GSMArena.com)

I would pre-order this today if I could in the Netherlands. Reply. M. Matthaus; kRE; 27 minutes ago. LoneOwl, 1 hour agoWell no wonder pixel phones dont ...

Anonymous, 7 hours agoZenfone 9 5.9" 1080p 120Hz oled 8+g1 IP68, 165g 4300mAh , 30W Imx766 + imx 36... - Anonymous All new camera phones midrangers for 300€ have 1/1.56". morethings might not work for google in india as far as pixel 6a is concerned, instead they should have brought pixel 6 and pixel 6 pro to indian markets - Anonymous So how about also release a lower-tier variant kind like the Huawei P50E! - Anonymous - Anonymous - Anonymous Why would someone buy it over zenfone 7 or 8? - Anonymous Let's compare the Samsung Galaxy S21 Fe to the IPhone 13 both at the same started price range and the Iphone 13 is far superior and beat it in hardware and get 5 - 6 year software up date and it sell way more and the Snapdragon 888 5G was a horrible processor.The Samsung Galaxy S21 series wasn't the best smartphone last year it had a lot of issues like battery life and overheating and software issues and the list goes on.🤡☠️😂

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Pixel 6a review: The cheap phone champ (Laptop Mag)

Jump to: Price and configurations; Design; Display; Audio; Performance; Battery life and charging; Cameras; Software; Bottom Line. Pixel ...

The biggest challenge for the Pixel 6a is likely going to be the Pixel 6. While I find the Pixel 6 upgrades to be worth it, if you don’t particularly care about the camera and prefer a more pocketable phone, then the 6a is nothing but upside for you. The Pixel 6a is one of the best cheap phones out there. However, the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro are coming this fall, so this should be a short-lived problem for the 6a if Google hasn’t overstocked the Pixel 6. At $449, the relatively small Pixel 6a has the potential to be a giant in the mid-tier phone market. While these features are all great, the biggest advantage that Pixel 6a offers over most phones in this price range is the five years of security updates and three years of major OS updates. This means that on the back, you have a 12.2MP wide-angle at f/1.7 and a 12MP ultrawide at f/2.2. Flipping around to the front, you get an 8MP at f/2.0. Google remains the leader in computational photography, so it continues to squeeze some fantastic results out of this hardware, but it simply doesn’t compare to the Pixel 6’s updated camera hardware. But the step down when it comes to charging options is a disappointment and worth considering if you are deciding between it and the Pixel 6. Our lab testing was pretty glowing for the Pixel 6a with the phone reproducing 78.7% of the DCI-P3 color gamut in its Natural color setting. The Pixel 6a has a pair of stereo speakers onboard and they do an adequate job for watching videos or a little background music, although I’d certainly recommend turning to a pair of wireless headphones to properly enjoy the latter. The Pixel 6a keeps it simple with a single $449 configuration that includes 128GB of storage paired with 6GB of RAM and a 6.1-inch, OLED display with a 60Hz refresh rate. But the “3D thermoformed composite back” (catchy name) of the 6a just doesn’t match up with the soft-touch “bio-resin” of the Pixel 5.

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Here's where you can preorder Google's Pixel 6A and Pixel Buds Pro (The Verge)

Google's $449 Pixel 6A phone and $199 Pixel Buds Pro wireless earbuds are now available for preorder. If you order now, they'll ship on Thursday, July 28th.

Plus, the Pixel Buds Pro come with swappable ear tips for what should be a more custom — and therefore comfortable — fit. They will also arrive with multipoint connectivity, rendering the buds capable of automatically switching between your last two connected Bluetooth devices — ranging from laptops and TVs to Android and iOS phones. It features two rear cameras, one of which is a main 12.2-megapixel camera, while the other is a 12-megapixel ultrawide lens with a 114-degree field of view. Its camera hardware is one section that is taking a hit due to the lower price, though it should still deliver excellent photos compared to other phones in its price range. Also, its general design (which blends the Pixel 6 and the upcoming Pixel 7) and Android software experience are familiar. Those are releasing the same day, and you can place a preorder right now.

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Google's Pixel 6a is a budget device with the heart of a flagship (TechCrunch)

It's probably hyperbole to credit Google's Pixel A devices for single-handedly keeping the broader line alive during some admittedly lean times.

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Google Pixel 6a review: this mid-range master is a true bargain (The Guardian)

Top chip, brilliant camera, great software and solid battery life in a smaller body with a cheaper price.

The Pixel 6a has a pair of 12-megapixel cameras on the back: one main and one ultrawide, but no telephoto camera for zoom. The Pixel 6a is made with recycled glass, plastic and aluminium, accounting for about 20% of the phone by weight. That makes the 6a faster than almost any other phone priced at £399 and gives it access to the same features as Google’s flagship phones. The 8MP selfie camera is similarly effective capturing a great amount of detail. The main camera produces very well-balanced photos, rich in detail and dynamic range across a range of light levels. The 6a will be one of the first devices to receive the Android 13 update, which is due for release soon. The ultrawide is similarly good if slightly softer on fine details but it is consistent on colour and tone to the main camera, which isn’t the case for most at this price. The Pixel 6a ships with Android 12, which includes a load of customisation options, smart refinements and impressive local AI features. The battery life is pretty good for a smaller phone, too, lasting about 34 hours between charges, which matches the larger Pixel 6 and puts it on a par with many top-flight rivals. The smaller 6.1in OLED display lacks the fast refresh rate of the Pixel 6, making it slightly less smooth in operation, but is otherwise crisp, colourful and bright. The Pixel 6 is repairable by Google and third-party shops. It has a flat glass front, stereo speakers, painted aluminium sides and a two-tone back with a camera bar across the top.

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Hands on: Google Pixel 6a is a mid-range phone with compromises ... (Techgoondu)

The mid-priced Pixel 6a isn't class-leading but it has a more manageable size than its costlier siblings, and it is generally a joy to use.

The images and videos from the Pixel 6a are perfect for sharing on social media. If you expect a great smartphone camera system, the latest Pixel may not be what you’re looking for. The Pixel 6a has the same Tensor chip as the bigger siblings but only comes with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage space. Google Pay, Drive and other Google services work out of the box once you register your account. However, I am not very enthusiastic that the phone has only 128GB of storage space. Even when I did a photo and video test session for four hours, the phone still lasted the day easily.

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