Google Pixel 4a Review

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Our VerdictThe compact size, clean interface and great point-and-shoot camera of the Pixel 4a will appeal to those looking for an affordable, reasonably sized handset with enough grunt to handle the basics, plus the ability to capture some excellent pictures.Two minute reviewThe Google Pixel 4a gives you the best of Google in an affordable, one-hand-friendly package.There’s slick Google…

Becca Farsace / The VergeThe Vergecast is back to a phone-heavy discussion with a guest-heavy show. This week on the podcast, hosts Nilay Patel and Dieter Bohn bring in The Verge crew who have used the newest gadgets that were announced the past week, including the Pixel 4A, the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy Buds Live, and an updated 27-inch iMac.Deputy editor Dan Seifert, news…

Google on Monday unveiled the long-rumored second-generation Pixel 4a and reviews of the new device have already hit the web, with many reviewers praising its price, function and value.The price point of the device, starting at $349, is being praised, given the shaky footing of the global economy.It may not compete with the recently announced iPhone SE on specs, but it does come with a 5.8-inch…

With the Pixel 4a, Google has tried to recreate the magic of its predecessor, the Pixel 3a the handset that single-handedly doubled Pixel hardware sales when it launched last year. But has lightning struck twice?Before we address the Pixel 4a, we need to address the launch of this new affordable entry into the Pixel line-up. Google had intended to announce the smartphone during its annual…

For years, Google repeated the mistake of selling its Pixel-branded smartphones at a higher price point than what the product commanded. The best way to address the issue was to make a smartphone that cost less but still offered the great camera experience and solid performance the series was known for. I am glad Google chose to make the Pixel 4a, a phone that focuses on the features that matter…

Previous SlideNext SlideThe Pixel 4a sure has had a rough path to market. The leaks, rumors, and common sense all pointed to a Google I/O 2020 launch, but the coronavirus pandemic put a stop to that and every other major real-life gathering. Many were still hoping for an online launch, but Google ended up canceling two of its attempts at an I/O replacement event, the first due to logistics and…

Apple has revealed updates to the iPad Air and Watch, but hinted at one of the most feared new changes in the eventual announcement of the next iPhone.Even with all our incredible technological advancements, when buying a big-name brand smart phone were expected to fork out upwards of $1000 to $2000. Dont get me wrong, expensive phones can be worth every cent, but what if you just want a good…

Like Apples $400 iPhone SE, the $349 Google Pixel 4a isnt a want phone, its a need phone. Apple made certain sacrifices with its budget iPhone to keep the price low, and Google has done the same with its own cut-rate Pixel, dropping features like wireless charging, 90Hz Smooth Display, Face Unlock, and a dual camera that pushed the Pixel 4 XL to $900.You might think you need those features, but…

Spending four figures on a new smartphone never feels exactly sensible, but in 2020 it seems positively profligate. Enter, then, the Pixel 4a, long overdue by all rights and intents, but still turning heads by virtue of Googles camera chops and a $349 price tag. Like the second-gen iPhone SE, thats not much money for a brand new phone, and with budgets tight yet expectations high it sets the…

The Pixel 3a debuted at Google I/O 2019, and it was closer to budget smartphone nirvana than any phone in the US that came before it. That was, until Apple responded with the iPhone SE. The Pixel 4a is Google’s counterpunch, and while many would argue it’s an apples to oranges (or Pixels) comparison, I think the Pixel 4a actually comes out on top of the iPhone SE in a lot of important ways. And…

Credit: David Imel / Android AuthorityI dont think Ive been as excited for a phone as I was for the Pixel 4a. For years, Ive been waiting for a small Google phone that had decent battery life and didnt cut any major corners. After paying too much for a Pixel 4 XL and living with horrible battery life for the past few months, I decided I would switch to the 4a. So, I ordered one on launch day.Most…

The Pixel 4a follows up on the popularity of the affordable Pixel 3a, which brought most of Android best at a competitive price point. This years midrange 4a is an even better deal, with Google bringing a surprising amount of polish for just $350. Between its excellent camera, good display, and competent specs, the Pixel 4a is an incredible value and a triumphant addition to Googles smartphone…

Our VerdictThe Google Pixel 4a is an unbeatable phone for $350 and the best in its class if camera performance is your primary concern. While it cant match the iPhone SEs power, the Pixel 4a is the better handset overall.Price: $349OS: Android 10Display: 5.81-inch OLED (2340×1080)CPU: Snapdragon 730GRAM: 6GBStorage: 128GBRear camera: 12.2MP (/1.7)Front camera: 8MP (/2.0)Battery: 3,140 mAhBattery…

Weve said it before, and well say it again; in this day and age, theres simply no reason to spend more than 500 on a smartphone. While dropping the best part of a grand on the latest Samsung Galaxy may get you an array of flashy bells and whistles, the midrange market offers all the core functionality you could ever wish for – and in the case of the Google Pixel 4a, even more besides.The Pixel 4a…

Last years Google Pixel 3a was an accessible portal to the Pixel experience. It represented a way for people to try Googles vision for Android without breaking the bank something that hasnt been possible since Google dumped the Nexus line for the more premium Pixel series in 2016.This years Pixel 4a is an evolution of that vision. With the Pixel 4a, Google finally figured out how to mix the best…

Google’s Pixel 4a was late to the game this year. It was supposed to launch at I/O back in May, and then I/O was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It finally arrived earlier this month. The reception was mixed, mainly because Google removed any choice from its new device.Indeed, there’s no XL model, it only comes in black, and there’s just one storage configuration. There are no variants…

Its easy to look at Googles Pixel 4a as one of the leading affordable smartphones on the market. Google offers all the essentials while dropping some of the glitz and glamour to maintain an attractive price point for consumers looking for an upgrade.In many ways, the Pixel 4a is a back to basics device. Though, that comes with the notion that Google is raising the bar on what should be considered…

Google Pixel 4a full reviewFor a while it felt like Googles new mid-range phone would never arrive but the Pixel 4a is finally here in another attempt to provide the best value-for-money Android smartphone around.On the whole, Google has done another fantastic job of getting the key things right here and at a cheaper price than the Pixel 3a. However, tech nerds are likely to be tempted by some…