Were we all wrong about this Pixel?

[@Fallen_Angels]

Wow I remember watching your channel years ago. You haven't aged a day 😮.

[@Anur708]

isn't he apple dog ?

[@andrewc31394]

Believe it or not, he's 111 years old too

[@not_your_typical_guy]

i think he's orange cat​@@Anur708

[@johnl1443]

Yes, on mine I've noticed better overnight battery standby on Android 15 As an everyday phone, does everything needed

[@Tommy-qe6fh]

I agree with this even though I hate this phone

[@mbe202]

Battery is definitely better after android 15

[@Petrolhead11]

I'm watching him for a quite some time now across different channels and my blud is changing his phone recommendations like changing outfits 😮

[@sudhakar7889]

Nah he's still a OnePlus 12 fanboy.

[@Petrolhead11]

@@sudhakar7889 not anymore kzbin.info/www/bejne/o6iTk3ewg9mpibMsi=TVOHHxXs6x94PAXB

[@bill5740]

I used the Pixel 8A for a bit, and it was a solid phone! I’m just used to more premium devices, so the little quirks started to bug me. But right now, I'm loving my Pixel 9 Pro XL-it's a game changer for Pixel devices!

[@lazyrider6918]

Buy a Rolex if you want something premium. The Pixel 8a does just about everything the Pixel 9 can do.

[@bill5740]

@lazyrider6918 Not true l, it can't take temperatures of the device.

[@unathiandile4144]

It's not just you android 15 is supposed to improve battery life

[@SabinTV-NP]

I used to get a maximum of 4 hours on my Pixel 7, but with this new update it lasts almost 5.5 hours. Edit: Grammar

[@giishaw92]

I just got this phone (open box and saved $160cad) and i love it. The only thing that bothers me is the fingerprint sensor, especially since the one on my 6-year-old LG G7 still works super fast and flawlessly. Why does it need to be under the screen at all? It's just fine on the back of the phone. Otherwise, the phone is excellent for my needs.

[@LymanPhillips]

I'm totally with you. My last phone was thr G7 and i love the DAC and the rear finger print sensor. Too bad its not supported anymore

[@HardyDimension]

Finally, found someone who used the same phone, LG G7. I have It with me for 6 years plus! However, I have forgotten which version or how long already that KZbin and Gboard started to get issue and bug since the Android version is still remain at 10 while other apps still providing updates. Then the battery is dying now, it get drained faster than usual as well as bank app not supported Android 10 and even 11 device. 3.5mm audio jack also has some issues. Therefore, now I intend to change something with similar inch, weight then the features, etc. Not easy to get as the phone nowadays are 6.7 - 6.8 inches +/-, I prefer 6.1-6.3 inches.

[@HardyDimension]

@@LymanPhillips There are many features and ideas in mobile phones nowadays that were actually pioneered by LG mobile phones. Sadly, their sales not good and shutdown for good 😫😫

[@williamisaacson4348]

Grear review! Thanks for doing this. Been thinking of the 8a lately and this review showed me it's for a user like me. Good job! I'm now a subscriber.

[@Deriaman]

I have an 8 pro and I can confirm that the standby battery life has indeed improved since upgrading to android 15.

[@sharpsichord]

So, I was looking into the 8A until I saw the 9 for $400 via Mint mobile. I was already on mint and happy with the service so snagging the 9 for that cheap was great.

[@rampageashton]

I bought one on Friday for £349. I''ve been using a fold 5. It was too much. Too heavy two handed too many things I didn't use. If I'm doing some work the fold 5 has its place but my MacBook does it better. And as a phone it's cumbersome. The Pixel 8a was chosen as a small handset that I could use one handed. As a phone it's perfect. The camera is great, been in Grassmere all weekend. Battery is great, so much better than the samsung, screen is great, fingerprint sensor in the screen is great. I'm glad it's plastic as I hate having a case. And it works with my Mercedes wireless charger that the Fold 5 didn't. Not going back. Only negative on the camera is the colour tone on the skin is cold and a bit uncompromising ie less flattering lol so I put the honey filter on and they are warmed up just right. Good review

[@Messy_Marv]

Pixel 8A is a great phone. Ive had mine since launch and the battery is awesome. The camera is awesome and yes i can play games on it. I don't game on my phone, Im not that much of a geek.

[@BarrazaMex]

no heating issues??

[@Messy_Marv]

@@BarrazaMex I have not experienced heating issues.

[@jrrod3751]

Rockin my 6A still.

[@JJFreeze-f4h]

Same here! I got the black one!

[@tejasraman6913]

@@JJFreeze-f4hmy black one broke, switched to an s24 - loved that 6a while it lasted

[@markojovanovic9651]

6a is great

[@JJFreeze-f4h]

@@tejasraman6913 I'm hoping to upgrade very soon, either to the Pixel 9, iPhone, or Samsung.

[@ethanhuntBravoEcho11]

not a heavy user, no games but fast charge is something i cant afford to let go [spoiled by one plus og nord]

[@Maoilios]

I went from the original oneplus nord to a pixel 9 and the only thing i miss is the charge speed.

[@ethanhuntBravoEcho11]

@@Maoilios yeah og nord had 4150mah battery but still its giving me 6hr sot as of now

[@metalmaniacx79]

This phone makes no sense. You can literally get a refurbished or renewed (in excellent condition) pixel 8 pro for less than 500 and will be more value than this if you care about bigger screen, thinner bezels and so on. Edit: Pixels are usually on sale all the time. If you don't care about storage there's a 128gb version always on sale. With trade ins should a very good deal.

[@elliottpalmer7624]

This comment makes no sense. Never sell a product when a used product can be purchased for less. 🤦🏻‍♂️ You can buy a 15 Pro for less than a 16 non pro. No iPhone 16 should exist. Damn you Apple.

[@metalmaniacx79]

@@elliottpalmer7624 bro it's about quality-price. If you're paying $500 you better get the best option, that's what I mean. It's simple to understand, that's why people are liking my comment, they agree or relate. It depends on what you value as a consumer. If you don't care about specs then you go buy whatever you want. But some people watch reviews and want the better buy for their money.

[@King-Julz]

​@@metalmaniacx79But you're comparing new Vs used. A used 8a would be less than that what you've stated. Used 8a Vs 8 makes sense. New 8a Vs 8 also makes sense.

[@Proaz15]

I don't know in which state the phone will be so

[@metalmaniacx79]

@@King-Julz go buy 8a or the 8 king!

[@therealphilosopherpete]

I got my Google 8a 256gb for $359 US here in the states through Google Fi. I'm very happy.

[@eliezerjk90]

I got a new pixel 8 pro 256 gb on 2 years contract, with total cost of about €570 (after bonus). Subtracting my current monthly cost (had I stay on my previous plan), the device cost me only about €350ish. Now that's a steal.

[@adnannur9974]

How and when bro??

[@yoloparrot42]

Fucking love it. Went from S21 to Pixel 8 Pro last year and I can't fathom ever going back.

[@donthompson567]

Absolutely agree. Replaced a broken S21 ultra with a refurbished pixel 6 Pro and this phone blows that phone away. I was ready to get rid of that S21 ultra anyway and now I want to hang on to this 6 Pro.

[@ahamedcareem8112]

Unfortunately my Pixel 8a had signal issues and would heat when turn on 5G. So I switched to Samsung A55 5G 12GB ram version.

[@Zoloft_100_mg]

Just bought this phone and it's my first Pixel phone ever. At launch the price was a little bit too high (rougly 500 euros in Finland). But quickly the price dropped under 400 euro and at that price I can recommend this phone if you want a good midrange phone with long software update support. The biggest gripe I have with this phone is the charging speed but that is almost the only negative thing.

[@GamingQuest4510]

Pixel is one good processor away from eating s24 ultra. Believe me we all want the pixel experience

[@brandonsmith6962]

I think next year they are going a different route with the chip

[@bizmonkey007]

The Pixel is still excellent and offers a smooth experience - even with the weaker chip. It’s more in the realm of gaming or video exporting where it falls down

[@GamingQuest4510]

@@bizmonkey007 I know thats what is stopping me from rushing to buy a pixel. Because I game a lot 😂

[@mc_sim]

@@bizmonkey007 but what about heating? battery life? slow charging speed?

[@AndreaIppolitoIppo]

We NEED competition, so as a Pixel fan, I really hope this does not happen

[@papajohn_yt]

I can feel the smoothness of my 8a after updating with A15.

[@woofwoof7226]

Which one 8 or 8a feels better in the hand and is less slippery? Is it just me that I find the plastic back of 8a more slippery than the glass on 8?

[@lidércnyomtatás]

Had this phone for about two months now and I love it so much. Came from an iPhone 12 that was still a good phone.

[@oneminutewonder77]

I'm more curious how the hardware will end up looking for the 9a this year. Curious whether Google will keep the iPhone like design or if they're going to keep the older more round design.

[@your_boy_lamine]

6a user here and I still don't need to upgrade mine yet. Especially after getting android 15 the day it dropped. The 8a seems good but I'd rather wait for the price of the 8/8 pro to drop some more and perhaps get one of those instead.

[@er1c_s1lv3r7]

I have the Pixel 8 and I would still get the 8a if I could. These phones are amazing.

[@jwinston7636]

I just bought the 8pro for 600 from Best buy 2 months ago coming from the pixel 6 I love it. It's a great phone.

[@circuitloss]

I just got one, through Google Fi, for $300. I think it's phenomenal. I love it!

[@asmrfan0304]

I have the 8a and I honestly love this phone! Probably my favorite phone ever. Its smooth, the camera is great. For me, it's perfect. I got a great deal on it, too.

[@Bakedeggplant-y5h]

I have an 8a and a pixel 7 pro. I think the performance is the same. The 7 pro is a lot better in terms of build quality and beautiful screen. The 8a is a great back up device but i couldnt daily drive it i wanted sonething a little nicer and a little more premium . Great video mate thanks for sharing

[@achinism]

Not just an exotic standard-bearer anymore, nor the phone only geeks find useful - Pixels sure have come a long way. Pixels are getting more refined, feature rich and widely available every year. Prices are increasing too but on the flip-side you're bound to get great deals on older models which still are very capable devices! If you don't play demanding titles and don't care for benchmarking numbers, a Pixel is as fluid as any flagship/flagship killer out there. And I'm yet to take a bad shot with a Pixel despite the imaging hardware getting a bit long in the tooth!

[@zer0c00l44]

Got 2 8as on a deal from Google for my sons £500 for 2 with trade in. Excellent little phone. They love them.

[@zatsando]

A Google Pixel 8a (E.O.L. 01 May 2031!!) with GrapheneOS installed, it's a minimalist's dream!

[@random_andy4988]

On a scale of Vanilla ice cream to Choco chip cookies, the Pixel 8A is milk

[@PrateekVerma0499]

The pixel 8A is a great phone for the price point that it comes in .. The display is very good .. the camera's are far superior than any other android phones and easily beat the iPhone 15s as well .. The processor is also good as it performs exceptionally well if you are an average gamer and play your games for 20-25 mins here and there in a day .. I have a 7a as my secondary device and that device is also going super strong .. and throw in the ecosystem features because Google's ecosystem is highly underrated.. I also use the pixel watch 2 and the Google home mini and all these devices work together exceptionally

[@dimii27]

The 8a is nice, but I can't get myself to like those huge edges

[@harshitnautiyal4995]

Is the tensor g3 really worth it to go with. I mean I have heard the tensor chips have horrible network reception and severe heating issues.

[@andrepower6]

With the new android update I haven't had any issues with heat or reception but I'm not a gamer.

[@Youtobedo]

I think it is a great phone, I just had a number of signal problems with this phone and with the regular 8 for that matter

[@needleontherecord]

Love my 8a. Its buttery fast with the G3 tensor

[@PalaHz]

I bought the pixel 8 for 400$ at prime days and oh boy no complains there

[@angelolewis419]

T-mobile in the us has already stopped selling the 8 and only sell the 8a. its also cheaper than the 8 was so its a good buy thru them

[@boogaman]

I have the pixel 4a, and ironically the only bad thing about it is the camera xd, It has a lot of focusing issues, sometimes it cant focus from even 2 meters… and the battery life is kinda bad but thats expected from a 3+ year old phone

[@TonyNoCeilings]

I was thinking about it for the low price but having a #P7P and still getting 'feature drops', I'm just going to wait for the Pixel 10.

[@markedwards7109]

One Plus 12 is not far off that price on some sites, I would go for that. £589 I have seen new condition.

[@PHUONGFIBO]

the "Basic" change a lot after years, before basic only need 20$ from Nokia, now basic need 500$.

[@Shadowparshath]

Such a cute and handsome dude

[@5786sagar]

I always wanted to get my hands on a Pixel. When the Pixel 8 came out, it was overpriced, but I got it a while back for around 400 US dollars, which is not much. I feel that is a very good price for the Pixel 8. I don't like the Pixel 8 series because the 8a is just made of cheap plastic.

[@tonimendes]

I got a 260€ preorder deal for my 256G Pixel 8a 😅

[@carloareaser]

lies

[@martenedens]

On September In Italy some people took the 8 Pro for 279 euro due to a Google store bug

[@tonimendes]

Not lies! I had a lot of loyalty point, it was 260€+ 1400points. What a buy

[@MikeStevens]

If I never again here Ryan say "while you're down there", that'll be fine... 😂

[@unathiandile4144]

Man googles ui looks really cartoonish

[@andrepower6]

For around the 330 to 350 its the best phone if you like to take pictures and want good software, yes you could get a poco f6 for the same price and in terms of performance its league's a head but in a couple years it will no longer be supported and knowing MIUI it will have issues. I do have problems with my pixel 8a, the bezzels are not great, the finger print scanner is rubbish, the ultra wide is unusable in low light, the software doesn't have a lot of customization, the tensor g3 is slightly underpowered and I do want the software features from their bigger brother but overall I'm quite happy with it, I love the blue colour and the pixel case, the screen brightness, the lack of bloatware, the rounded edges and the textured plastic back, the camera, the size and the fact that I can be a beta tester for new features and updates. I used to only care about specs and that got me a poco f1 but after experiencing the terrible software this time im doing it the other way around, getting a phone with proper software support. I did daily my poco for 6 years so for me it has to last and 7 years of updates is up there with apple without the extra price.

[@woofwoof7226]

Can I use the Pixel without an internet connection?

[@engadgetnerd]

I downgraded from a 9 pro to the 8a. Haven't noticed anything different except for the design and lack of telephoto. Legit this phone keeps up with the 9 pro beat for beat.

[@eazy8592]

Why the downgrade?

[@engadgetnerd]

@@eazy8592 I loved the build the of the 9 pro. I had it for a month. But the battery life wasn't great. Then I started thinking how my experience with it was almost exactly the same as my 8 pro. So I decided to sell the 9 pro and invest heavier in iOS because I never had a pro iPhone. But I couldn't give up the pixel. So I got an 8a that was used for one battery cycle for 340 bucks. I have used it for about 3 days and the battery is better than the 9 pro and so far the experience is almost exactly the same as well.

[@engadgetnerd]

@@eazy8592 The battery life of the 9 pro wasn't great (in my experience) so I decided to invest in the iOS world and go for a cheaper option on the Android side (I always have to have a pixel). So I decided to pick up an 8a (I got one for $340). I'm a couple days into the experience and it's beat for beat the same as my 9 pro (outside of not having a telephoto and the premium build). Battery life has been better also. I love the 8a. I know those bezels are initially hard to look at but those go away after you use it for longer than 10 minutes.

[@corsinivideos]

The 8a in general is an ok deal as can be found discounted but in 2024 the bezels are kind hideous and outrageous for the price. They should at least all match in size like they did on the pixel 5.

[@IMUSTHCOOSEANEWNAMEB]

best phone to call grandma

[@sidharthshivappa1359]

Pixel 8a is a special phone with a specific uniqueness that is the small compact form factor, excellent performance with all flagship features, great camera, ruggedness and it ticks all practical needs of an user. Regarding processor differntiation saying it is not upto flagship level is just a statement and nothing else, daily performance and optimisation is what google has done best in this proceasor which works better than flagship processors etc. saying g3 is mot good on pixel is dumbest thing as it is deaigned only for pixel and not Samsung or iphone so there is nothing called flagship or any such BS . Yes its a tool !! It cant play high-end games i heard may be a fact. Other than that heating issues is near perfect on g3 compared to g2 . Its a great phone ❤.

[@ivanpozos2336]

yes has better standby battery life. i got mine for 280usd, new sealed

[@adamkeith11]

Ryan why these days phones have so so high pmw rate 😢

[@ereseven]

Does anyone having problems can't record video with the telephoto lens after the Android 15 update? Still working fine with photo though. My device is Pixel 6 Pro.

[@donthompson567]

My pixel 6 Pro gets much improved standby battery life with Android 15.

[@benooi7957]

Do we still need a non power-user reviewer who can settle for basically anything, and OP12 vs the world, for everything else

[@LymanPhillips]

Plastic back, metal frame. This one screams durability.

[@woofwoof7226]

More so than glass + metal frame combo.

[@mc_sim]

after pixel 7 i am not buying anything pixel anytime soon or maybe ever.

[@scotty666tt]

I got a 8 pro for 325 excellent condition

[@stx8986]

BUSTED Breaking Benjamin

[@3rdWorldNola]

the A series: its not good enough for me but its perfect for the rest of ya. under $500 oc.

[@vindisneyjr]

Disney Jr. Police Android 15 master toys

[@SimeonLeo-s9n]

Breaking Benjamin 🔥

[@sanrezactg]

yes, 🎉🎉

[@ahmedshams8807]

FailedTech

[@malidan1196]

Yuk and Sold on.

[@johnl1443]

True, it's a bit boring

[@nisarmahmood3677]

Pixel's front camera is a piece of crap

[@kratosdgo]

Google Pixels devices are boring not a lot of features Android 15 and 14 are exactly the same thing

[@TaureanSmoke]

Probably the silliest most inaccurate comment in this entire thread! Just say you don't like pixel devices.... You'd probably get more respect 💯!

[@christlover2877]

The battery life on a pixel sucks. It needs to be doubled before it becomes an interresting phone.