Pixel 3a in mid-2020?

11-01-2020 09:24 AM

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rexxsor

Hi team Pixel 3a!

Have recommended the Pixel 3a to my aunt since she needs a smart phone. It has a good discount at the moment and Pixel 4a is just taking too long.

Been using a Pixel 3 since launch (Nov 2018) and been very pleased with it (besides the so-so battery life). No idea how the Pixel 3a has held up in comparison, so wanted to get some input.

How is the Pixel 3a performance after a year or so? Battery life and software/UI speed still good?

Thanks!

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06-13-2020 08:47 AM

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My nephew loves his!

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06-14-2020 04:48 PM

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Scott337

I can't comment on a year in, but my wife has been using hers since February and loves it. It's still smooth and snappy after several monthly updates & feature drops. Battery life is decent, no complaints there if you are not a power user. For most folks I think the battery life will be just fine. For heavy gamers or heavy movie watching it might be different.

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06-14-2020 05:04 PM

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I think, for 99.9% of people, it is still an adequate smartphone for 2020.

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06-14-2020 09:03 PM

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rexxsor

Thanks for the response all! My gut tells me it is still a great buy, especially at a discount.

Hope my aunt will find the Pixel 3a amazing. She's been using an iPod touch mostly plus an Amazon tablet, but this will actually be her first smartphone.

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06-15-2020 04:22 AM

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I've heard that the 3a line has held up well! I think the entire Pixel 3 line has been quite future-proof. I'd still grab the 3a today if I could! I actually prefer the entire 3 line to the 4 line.

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06-16-2020 12:32 PM

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tfitzpat03

Mine has held up well after a year of owning it. Performance is still rock solid.

The 64gb of storage is the only thing that concerns me a bit going forward but I can manage. I don't have an urge to get another phone anytime soon.

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06-22-2020 12:06 AM

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Originally Posted by tfitzpat03

Mine has held up well after a year of owning it. Performance is still rock solid.

The 64gb of storage is the only thing that concerns me a bit going forward but I can manage. I don't have an urge to get another phone anytime soon.

I’ve downloaded Android 11 beta to mine and it’s running like a top.

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06-22-2020 01:29 AM

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rexxsor

My aunt's Pixel 3a Purple-ish just arrived today.

Feeling good about my recommendation thanks to all your responses. Appreciate it.

Have a great day all!

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06-23-2020 01:38 AM

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TgeekB
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Originally Posted by rexxsor

My aunt's Pixel 3a Purple-ish just arrived today.

Feeling good about my recommendation thanks to all your responses. Appreciate it.

Have a great day all!

Hope she enjoys it!

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06-30-2020 07:12 PM

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Scott337

Originally Posted by rexxsor

My aunt's Pixel 3a Purple-ish just arrived today.

Feeling good about my recommendation thanks to all your responses. Appreciate it.

Have a great day all!

Awesome, hope she likes it!

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06-30-2020 07:21 PM

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Chuck Finley69
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So, I’m happily awaiting Pixel 3a to replace my V30 that is stuck on Android 9 Pie through simple old age.

10-26-2020 02:22 PM

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Chuck Finley69
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I’ve been using the Pixel 3a today since changing out the SIM from my V30 and I love it so far.

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10-30-2020 03:39 PM

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wcavaliere88

Originally Posted by Chuck Finley69

I’ve been using the Pixel 3a today since changing out the SIM from my V30 and I love it so far.

It is a great phone, been using mine since June 2019. It has held up well overtime. I was thinking of getting the 4a to replace it since Google Fi has it for $216 at $9 a month. Other than the screen I don't think the upgrade would be worth it. Maybe the 5a next year.

10-30-2020 05:39 PM

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I'm really liking the Android 11 too.

10-31-2020 02:16 PM

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Chuck Finley69
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Originally Posted by wcavaliere88

It is a great phone, been using mine since June 2019. It has held up well overtime. I was thinking of getting the 4a to replace it since Google Fi has it for $216 at $9 a month. Other than the screen I don't think the upgrade would be worth it. Maybe the 5a next year.

How do you like Google Fi service and coverage?

10-31-2020 02:52 PM

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wcavaliere88

Originally Posted by Chuck Finley69

How do you like Google Fi service and coverage?

Overall I like it, have not had any service issues since signing up. I have found a few rural areas where there is no coverage, I was previously on AT&T. I primarily stay on tmobile and switch to Sprint as I leave a highly populated area. Coverage is good in like 90% of the areas I usually go. Definitely check t-mobile coverage in your area if interested

10-31-2020 07:23 PM

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Chuck Finley69
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Originally Posted by wcavaliere88

Overall I like it, have not had any service issues since signing up. I have found a few rural areas where there is no coverage, I was previously on AT&T. I primarily stay on tmobile and switch to Sprint as I leave a highly populated area. Coverage is good in like 90% of the areas I usually go. Definitely check t-mobile coverage in your area if interested

Thanks for the reply.

11-01-2020 09:24 AM

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