Welcome to the Pixel Era

It’s been a good long while since Google last released a smartphone in its namesake line of devices. Even as Android has taken over phones around the world—the platform is found on everything from low-end phones to tablets to smartwatches—Google has kept quiet. But in 2019, that changed. The company showed off two new smartphones at its Made by Google event: one high-end model (called simply Pixel 3) and one mid-range device (called Pixel 3A). We like what we see so far but here are our top takeaways after checking out all there is to know about these new handsets.

The Phone’s Price Tag Google Pixel 6A

The phone will likely cost somewhere in between $300 and $400; we don’t know an exact price yet. But as you can imagine, a cheaper phone may mean some compromises—and that’s even before we’ve seen any of its specs. It may not be water-resistant like many other smartphones on sale right now, or it could have a smaller screen (which is one of Apple’s main differentiators). We’ll know more in about four weeks when Google reveals more details about its new phone. You can bet we’ll keep you updated as rumors continue to trickle out over the coming months. For now though, here’s what else we expect from Google’s next smartphone line.

Build Quality

With a mostly plastic build, expect a lightweight phone. While lighter phones may not feel as premium as heavier ones, they’re also less likely to weigh you down when it comes time to slip your phone into your pocket or purse. The small size of both phones makes them easy to handle even with one hand (if necessary). And yes, all that glass does make it easy to break—so if durability is important, look elsewhere.

Display & Audio Quality Google Pixel 6A

The 3D glass design is absolutely gorgeous. It’s also made with Corning Gorilla Glass 5 on both sides to protect against scratches. On top of that, you have a pOLED display, which allows for a more vivid and colorful viewing experience than traditional LCD panels. The overall build quality is amazing as well—it feels sturdy without being too heavy or bulky like many phones out there. And, finally, it sounds great thanks to dual front-facing speakers.

Performance Overview Google Pixel 6A

The Google Pixel 6 is a premium phone that shines in performance. No matter what you’re doing on your phone—whether it’s gaming or editing photos—the device performs quickly and without lag. Coupled with a capable front-facing camera and battery life that lasts all day long, users who purchase one of these phones will be able to experience new technology at its best. But how did they achieve such great performance? Let’s take a look. The user experience begins with top-of-the-line hardware. The Pixels have super fast processors from Qualcomm that work in tandem with an impressive 4GB of RAM.

Software Overview

The Google Pixel 6A features a Qualcomm Snapdragon 670 2.0 GHz octacore processor coupled with an Adreno 615 GPU and 4GB of RAM. That’s enough horsepower to run Android 9 Pie (9.0) flawlessly on its 10.3-inch display with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels—which is fine by us considering it’s just a mid-range device. It comes in three different storage capacities: 64GB, 128GB, and 256GB. It also has dual cameras at 12MP + 8MP that feature phase detection autofocus and face detection.

On top of that, there’s a single 8MP camera on front that can shoot video in up to 4K UHD quality as well as take some amazing selfies thanks to its wide-angle lens. There are no physical buttons here; instead you get capacitive touch ones along with haptic feedback support which makes using them really enjoyable. And last but not least, you get IP68 water resistance rating so you don’t have to worry about getting caught in rain or dropping your phone into water accidentally.

Camera Overview Google Pixel 6A

The Google Pixel has become a favorite of iPhone users looking to switch because of its great camera. But it’s not just one camera on both sides of its back. The front-facing camera is 8 megapixels while there are two 12 megapixel rear cameras that each have their own distinctive lens. The wide-angle lens has an aperture of f/1.8 while there is also a regular lens with an aperture of f/2.4. Both lenses feature optical image stabilization (OIS) and phase detection autofocus (PDAF). The Pixel 3 series features dual selfie cameras.

Both have an 8-megapixel sensor but one is a standard angle lens while the other has a wide angle lens. This lets you get more in your selfies or fit more people into them when you take group shots. On paper, these specs look similar to those found on other flagship phones like Apple’s iPhone XS Max or Samsung’s Galaxy Note 9 but they don’t tell us how well they work in real life scenarios. And we won’t know until we’ve had some time with it ourselves—which we’ll do once we’re able to get our hands on review units after launch day!

Battery Life & Charging Speed Google Pixel 6A

The Google Pixel 6a comes with a 3,000 mAh battery that lasts over 14 hours on a single charge. The device supports wireless charging as well as Qi charging so you can simply lay it down on any flat surface to get it fully charged. To keep you going throughout the day without a power outlet nearby, we recommend that you check out some of these travel chargers.If you want to stay close to an outlet while traveling though, make sure to check out our other best-battery packs roundups here. In terms of charging speed (power output), expect around 10W (10V @ 1A) or similar speeds when using a wall charger or USB port.

Where to Buy & Availability in Different Countries?

Our early impressions suggest that the new smartphone is a step above its predecessor in terms of design and features. It’s also affordable (we’ve seen it for as low as $249), which might make it an even better option than its counterpart. The phone was officially announced earlier today, with pre-orders available starting May 7th. But if you’re looking to find out more about what makes it so special,

we have everything you need to know about it in our coverage below. That includes details on its specs, new features that make life easier—including AI integration—and pricing info that makes it competitive with some of today’s best options out there. Just be sure to read on! We’ll continue updating our coverage throughout next week until we have more info to share with you!

Early Verdict on Google Pixel 6a

Packed with an array of sensors, cameras and more than enough oomph to get you through all your daily tasks, with 4GB RAM and 64GB storage capacity on board it’s clear Google is hoping you’ll embrace their new vision of a smart device. It doesn’t stop there either – we’re also seeing IP68 water-resistance as well as wireless charging capabilities – two things that were previously missing from its predecessor. Starting at just $150 – can it be considered better than your typical Android device? Let’s take a closer look.

The first thing you’ll notice about the Google Pixel 6a (and what will no doubt help sell plenty of units) is its incredibly affordable price tag. With pre-orders set to go live today in select markets, we’re looking at a starting price of just $149 USD – or roughly £120 in UK pounds. Now while that may seem like nothing short of insanity given what else is out there right now, don’t be fooled into thinking it won’t come with some pretty serious tradeoffs.

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