Google Pixel 5a - A tempting value option or just left over old tech?

I ordered the "Maybe Moon". I've been a fan of the Panda/Storm Trooper color scheme since the Nexus 6P. If not for the orange accents, I'd probably get the "Black Moss". I'm happy to post pictures. As of now, the case has not shipped. While not comprehensive per se, the Google Pixel 5a case did make Ara Wagoner's list of best 5a cases.

I love your design ideas! I, too, was a huge fan of the Panda look!
 
FedEx tracking says delivery by end of day tomorrow, Thursday. Waiting is always the worst part when ordering a new phone, lol. And tomorrow, I'll be checking tracking and looking out the front window every 15 minutes.
 
Tomorrow should be a good day, yes. My Pixel case shipped also with expected delivery tomorrow. I plan to spend my day doing routine tasks with my 2 XL: read Android Central, order coffee, check email, generate a few memes, etc. Then I'm going to lay my Pixel 2 XL to rest with full honors and embrace the 5a as my new daily driver. The Pixel is dead! Long live the Pixel . . .
 
Tomorrow should be a good day, yes. My Pixel case shipped also with expected delivery tomorrow. I plan to spend my day doing routine tasks with my 2 XL: read Android Central, order coffee, check email, generate a few memes, etc. Then I'm going to lay my Pixel 2 XL to rest with full honors and embrace the 5a as my new daily driver. The Pixel is dead! Long live the Pixel . . .

That sounds like an awesome day. PLEASE post unboxing photos of your 5a! Can't wait to see them!
 
Nothing like set up that new phone... Good to hear it and looking forward to reviews I'm sure you will love the phone
 
Waiting on real life pictures of the phone from those who received it today! Also curious to know how those new Google cases look!
 
Everything has been delivered; I just can't get home to open it yet. Figures that would be my luck!
 
Boxes are open, but I haven't turned it on yet . . .
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Tried posting photos on prior post but received an odd "redirecting" messaging which disappeared before I could read it.
 
Maybe Moon case, definitely a drab moon like gray and surprisingly non tacky grip . . .
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Looking sharp... I actually like that case a lot, nice looking/nice sized phone. It even came with some accessories in the box :p My pixel 3XL came with all that and a nice set of headphones and usb-c headphone adapter. That's back when they still spoiled us ;)
 
It's about the same size as my 2XL and fits my hand very well. For the price, the case is good. I haven't seen anything else I like. It's a close fit with little bulk, but I'm not anxious to test the drop protection. I added a Spigen 360 Ring for extra safety and as a bonus it works with my magnetic mount. Accessories are staying in the box as I have 65W chargers floating around the house already. Love the headphone jack . . . I just have to find my headphones . . .
 
It's about the same size as my 2XL and fits my hand very well. For the price, the case is good. I haven't seen anything else I like. It's a close fit with little bulk, but I'm not anxious to test the drop protection. I added a Spigen 360 Ring for extra safety and as a bonus it works with my magnetic mount. Accessories are staying in the box as I have 65W chargers floating around the house already. Love the headphone jack . . . I just have to find my headphones . . .

So the case looks really nice but do you mean to say it doesn't have a lot of grip? It's a bit slippery?
 
Nice! And yes, that case looks great! Tempted! My delivery got pushed back to today. Waiting...
 
So the case looks really nice but do you mean to say it doesn't have a lot of grip? It's a bit slippery?

Not slippery but not tacky like TPU or a rubberized finish. I would switch to Rhino Shield or LifeProof if they offer something.
 
Not slippery but not tacky like TPU or a rubberized finish. I would switch to Rhino Shield or LifeProof if they offer something.

Good to know. I'll leave the official case out of my list of possible cases whenever I get this device.
 

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