How long should I hold on to my Pixel 4?

[Paul Mena]

I've had my Pixel 4 for nearly 3 years and it's been quite solid. I haven't seen a need to get something newer, but the price of the Pixel 6a is pretty attractive. The fact that it's 5G-enabled is a big plus, but Cape Cod has been very slow to roll out 5G, and it still not available where I live. Is there any other compelling reason to retire it before it stops receiving Android updates (rumored to be no earlier than October 2022)?

 

[B. Diddy]

The 6a will still be around later this year, and you'll also be able to see how the Pixel 7 looks as well. So why not hold onto the 4 for now?

I moved this from the original Pixel 1st gen forum to the Pixel 4 forum for more specific traffic.

 

[Paul Mena]

The 6a will still be around later this year, and you'll also be able to see how the Pixel 7 looks as well. So why not hold onto the 4 for now?

I moved this from the original Pixel 1st gen forum to the Pixel 4 forum for more specific traffic.

I agree that the Pixel 7 might be worth waiting for. Perhaps Google will have Cyber Monday sales similar to the one that prompted me to buy the Pixel 4!

Thanks for moving the post. I didn't initially see the Pixel 4 forum, so I'm glad you did.

 

[B. Diddy]

Another thing to keep in mind is that if you really like Face Unlock, the Pixel 6 line is still waiting for that feature to be added. And it still won't be as secure as the Pixel 4's Face Unlock, due to the latter's Soli chip.

 

[Paul Mena]

Another thing to keep in mind is that if you really like Face Unlock, the Pixel 6 line is still waiting for that feature to be added. And it still won't be as secure as the Pixel 4's Face Unlock, due to the latter's Soli chip.

I didn't realize the Pixel 6 line didn't support face unlock. Initially I thought it was a fad, but once I got used to it I found it both secure and convenient. When we all started having to wear masks I would have to remind myself that it wouldn't recognize me!

 

[B. Diddy]

Yeah, Face Unlock is an ongoing saga with the Pixel 6: https://9to5google.com/2022/06/30/google-pixel-6-pro-face-unlock/

 

[anon(50597)]

5g doesn't mean squat.
You're happy with your device.
I'd wait until the 6a price dropped myself.

 

[ben55124]

Google store has been offering good trade in deals on older pixels towards a P6a. They offered me $250 for a P4a5g with a cracked screen. May be tempting if they continue those offers on P7.

 

[Paul Mena]

Google Fi is offering $100 off the Pixel 7, which has the facial recognition that has eluded the Pixel 6. Part of me is leaning toward a Samsung Galaxy S22 because I can cast it to my Samsung TV, but it's more expensive than the Pixel 7 - for now. Am I patient enough to wait for Cyber Monday deals?

 

[JSOL1]

This is the first time I've pre-ordered a phone, especially given the 6s issues, however $300 trade in for my 4 was irresistible. rolling the dice I know

 

[ben55124]

P4xl 128gb = $325 credit towards P7 (+$100 google store credit), so time to jump for me. Noticed the P3XL would still get $275 so may be another year of good trade-in value for the P4 towards a P8.

 

[Paul Mena]

It makes me wonder if my Nexus 6P would fetch anything as a trade-in, since I still have it collecting dust on a shelf.

 

[mustang7757]

It makes me wonder if my Nexus 6P would fetch anything as a trade-in, since I still have it collecting dust on a shelf.

Lol.. is it a option on the list?

 

[Paul Mena]

I haven't checked if it's even a trade-in option, but I will when it comes time to trade in the Pixel 4. "Have I got a deal for you..."

 

[ben55124]

Battery health on my p4xl has dropped significantly in last few months. More motivation to take the p7 upgrade offer. Condolences to whoever ends up with my trade in.