Google Pixel 8a

Exploring the Google Pixel 8a

 

Introduction to the Google Pixel 8a

Overview of the Google Pixel 8a

retaining the $500 pricing while implementing a few significant upgrades where they matter.

Although it's not a flagship, $500 isn't exactly cheap either. It's undoubtedly in the pleasant small mid-range category, and in my opinion, the Pixel's hardware has been gradually catching up to those of the other competitors in this price range.

Key Features and Specs Google Pixel 8a

 

 

 Google Pixel 8a battery

It has a slightly bigger battery and is still IP67 rated.

 

Here, we're talking about very little. From 4,385 mAh to slightly more than 4,400 mAh, it retains wireless charging.

It's the most durable series phone they've produced to date; being IP67 protected means it will withstand dust and water better, and the bulk of the body is composed of recyclable aluminum. This guy's display is 6.1 inches with a 20 by 9 aspect ratio. the resolution of 2400 x 1080, refreshes at up to 120 Hz, has Gorilla Glass 3 on the front glass, is always on, and has a maximum brightness of 2,000 nits for peak brightness and 1,400 nits for HDR brightness. Now that they're saying it has a 24-hour battery life, that obviously depends on how you use the gadget, but the battery itself has a claimed capacity of 4492 milliampere hours, and it has quick charging and wireless charging, which is a nice little feature.

Design and Display Google Pixel 8a

 

Build Quality Google Pixel 8a

 

 

Thus, with the camera bar up top, it is quite obviously a Pixel at first glance.

However, there's a slight alteration, with somewhat more rounded edges.. at least that's what I perceive.

 the primary redesign that occurred here. Additionally, it still includes wireless charging around the back and the same primary camera sensor as the 7A, along with an ultra-wide camera next to it. there are now fresh hues and a matte texture. Obsidian and Porcelain are two black and white colors that seem somewhat subdued. However, Aloe and Bay, a new shade of green and blue, are unquestionably more vivid. The camera bar and the rails are still made of metal.

 

Ergonomics and Aesthetics Google Pixel 8a

 

the new pixel 8A in the bay color and this time around is extremely Punchy that is the Bay from The 8 Pro and look at the bay on the 8A, it's definitely more saturated, that's how I'd describe it, this aesthetic really fits in with the 8 and 8 Pro, with the visor look on the top, it actually feels a little bit more premium with this metallic frame, comfortable size to hold, and I notice that the ridge isn't as strong as it was on pro. so if I hold up the pro here I can sort of fit my finger underneath it's a much taller Ridge more camera components here more subtle so if I place it down like this now I can tell we've got more of a However, compared to a professional or standard pixel 8 display this unit is bezeled It's a matter of remembering.

 

It has an IP67 rating, and then there's a little bit more battery. This is a very slight thing we're talking about. it goes from 4,385 mAh to just over 4,400, but it still has wireless charging too.

 

Display Technology and Quality Google Pixel 8a

 

on the inside, it's been bumped up to the new Tensor G3 chip from last year's flagships. So we know it's decently capable, if a little, inefficient, but then it'll also start at 128 gigs of storage. They'll also be offering a 256 gig version of A phone for the 1st time, too.

 

And then there's a better display on the front. So it's the same size, still 6.1 inches, still has the middle hole punch cutout for the selfie camera, still has an optical fingerprint reader, But it's a display of Actua right now. So the peak brightness is increased by 40% over last time, And that's very apparent. It's one of those things that's going to make a big difference in everyday life and usability, just being able to see it out there.

 

And it's now a pOLED that gets up to 120 hertz instead of the 90 hertz like last year. A lot of people are going to argue that it doesn't make a big difference for most Pixel owners before you even type this, and you're right.

 

In fact, this improvement will not be noticed by many because Smooth Display is already disabled by default. So it's a 60 hertz phone out the box, and then you have to know to go into the settings and turn it on and knowing it'll impact battery life. And then it doesn't lock at 120 hertz, which is dynamic up to 120 hertz once you do. I've been playing with this phone for a little while. To you, it felt very comfortable .It feels nice at 120 Hertz, so I'm personally happy about that change, but I won't dwell on about it for too much longer.

 

 

Understanding the Camera Capabilities Google Pixel 8a

Camera Features Google Pixel 8a

 

 

pixel 8A's got the best camera for under $500, so two things that tell us the device's going to be under $500, I'm assuming it's going to be USD, but it's also telling us that they're very proud of it. Now let's talk a little bit more about the camera, both hardware and software. Camera I'm not allowed to show you the samples of those cameras right now, but I can give you a few. you the spec 64 megapixel quad PD wide camera it's got an F 1.89 aperture And it's got an 80 field of view of the image sensor size is more than 1.73 and it's got a 13 megapixel wide camera with f2.2 and that field of view is 120 and it's got built in lens correction .

 

Photography and Videography Performance

 

you don't have too much of that warping or fisheye effect and the main camera the wide camera has both Optical and electronic image stabilization on the front we have a 13 megapixel selfie camera that's a fixed focus and it has a 96.5 de Ultra wide field of view so that that should be enough to fit a few people into this photo, of course you have everything Inside the camera app,

 

Google's software features include an editor for magic

best take Magic Eraser photo on blur like this list has gotten longer

 

 and It's going to be a long time but it'll all be baked. You'll be looking at the 8A as far as video recording is concerned 4K at 30 frames or 60 frames, and even the front camera can do 4K at 30 There's video stabilization built into the frames you can do slow motion up to 240 frames per second. in but since this is a first look hand on video I can't test that out right now however I will and I have a little bit of confidence because I've just had such Good experience with pixel cameras in the past, this might be the best camera we're going to see below 500

 

 

Software and Performance  Google Pixel 8a

 

It's a midrange budget version of the phone with great software. Like, it's the one with really sophisticated AI functions like Call Assistance and PixelVPN and Magic Eraser Audio. And other classic Google features, too. It's the fastest and most accurate speech to text transcription I've ever used on a phone. It's reliable enough that you can write whatever you want, emails, texts, notes, paragraphs as fast as you want. It is also the one who promises seven years' worth of updates.Operating System

 

OS updates, security updates, feature drops, and it's mostly unchanged from last year, except for the fact that it's got really good cameras. You'll have seven years of os security and feature updates, of course, this is a major advantage that Google often introduces new and experimental features to the pixel devices first to see how they're developing the operating system,.

 

 

 

Processor and RAM

A series of devices that can store up to 128GB or 256GB, and it has 8 gigs of RAM, and of course it has Google's tensor G3 chip, which is built into Google's One VPN. no extra cost.

What Makes the Google Pixel 8a Stand Out?

Comparison with Previous Google Pixel Models

 

First of all, it's the first A series device they're going to allow the Gemini Nano to operate on, and Nano's the only one that's going to be able to operate on the device locally, which is great. They'll probably make a big deal about it at the conference, and they'll be talking more about that in Google I&O as well. But on the Pixel phone, there's also a strange inconsistency in the different assistance.

 

User Interface and User Experience

 

This isn't just your phone, but now you have the Gemini app to show it prominently on a homescreen of these Pixel 8As, which is the latest available and most capable microphone. and multimodal AI search that they have But then the Google Search page right next to the home screen, if you tap the mic there,that's going to a totally separate But also very capable Google Voice Search.

 

With Google Assistant. Google's actually starting to develop two different assistants in parallel that overlap but do not have the full complementarity of capabilities. It's kind of weird, a bit inconsistent. We've seen it come to pass and we know that this is going to take place, but I guess they will have to combine all of them together someday. I'm thinking at some point, the Geminis are going to do everything..

 

Google Pixel 8a Pricing and Availability

Pricing Options

 

The price should be taken into consideration as well. Again, this phone is going to be launched for $500. The price of a midrange phone, the cost of a middle range telephone, everything looks right there.

 

Availability in Different Markets

It's even better when you can find one that has been used. The Pixel 8 was such a good phone for that price, both in terms of affordability as well as the fact that it made phones seem even more expensive. I was talking about Pixel 8 Pro feeling so hard to sell because it's $250 more, and now that thing is making the Pixel 8A a little bit harder. Looked a little highpriced, too. When Pixel 9 and 9 Pro come out, it's going to make a difference. But Pixel 8A is just, it's a solid midranger, as of right now.

Comparison with Previous Google Pixel Models

 

 

You're still buying a brand new Pixel 8 for 550 bucks, last year's phone of the year. Right now, the pixel 8A isn't that much cheaper than an 8. And if you're going to go with the 8, While it's a couple of months old, you'll be getting a phone with thinner bezels, too. And better, more beautiful display. With bigger sensors, it would appear that the cameras are much more improved. A bigger battery, faster charging, IP68, and it's the same Tensor G3.

 

It's like a better feeling deal. It's even better when you find one that's been used. However, in our recent blind smartphone camera test with millions of votes against other top flagship phones, Pixel 7A achieved the highest Elo rating we have ever measured and I think it's a pretty good baseline for that. Well, if you're a Google or Pixel fan, that seems to be a very secure bet. But I'm going to tell you, here is my concern with the Pixel.