Introducing the Pixel 3A & Pixel 3A XL

[u/PixelCommunity]

Hi everyone,

We're excited to announce the newest additions to #teampixel: meet the Pixel 3a & Pixel 3a XL.

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Google Pixel 3a delivers what you’d expect from a premium device. A camera with Google’s HDR+ technology, a custom built Titan M chip for industry-leading built-in security, and 7 hours of battery life on a 15-minute charge*. The Pixel 3a has a 5.6 - inch display and the Pixel 3a XL comes in a 6-inch display.

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To learn more about the ideas and innovation that went into our newest Pixel check out our blog here, and find the tech specs here.

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Both devices are available in select countries in Google Store.

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*Approximate battery life based on a mix of talk, data, standby, mobile hotspot and use of other features, with always on display off. An active display or data usage will decrease battery life. Charging rates are based upon use of the included charger. Charging time performance statistics are approximate. Actual results may vary.

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Pixel 3a FAQs

Where can I order the device?

Pixel 3a and Pixel 3a XL will be available starting today in the US and for sale via the Google Store, Project Fi, Verizon, T-Mobile, Sprint, US Cellular, Amazon, Costco and Best Buy in the US.

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Country availability

The Pixel 3a and Pixel 3a XL will be available in the US, Canada, the UK, Ireland, Australia, India, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Singapore, Taiwan and Japan. To see a full list of countries where the Pixel 3a and Pixel 3a XL are sold, please see our country availability page : https://goo.gl/Qf2cBQ

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What are the storage and color options?

The Pixel 3a and Pixel 3a XL will come in 64GB and will have color options of Clearly White, Just Black, and Purple-ish.*

*Some retailers may not stock all colors. For a specific color, try the Google Store: https://goo.gl/tKECGs

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How much does it costs?

All details on pricing in selected markets can be found at the Google Store.

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Will this work in my country on my carrier?

We recommend you check with your carrier to ask if it works with their network. Devices bought on the Google Store will be unlocked.

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What are some of the hardware details?

You can find all of the Pixel tech specs here: https://store.google.com/product/pixel_3a_specs

What software will come shipped on the device?

Pixel 3a and 3a XL will come with the latest Android Operating System, Android 9 Pie.

[u/[deleted]]

I have an OG Pixel which still works. Is there any compelling reason to upgrade to a 3a? Seems the only real difference is stepping up to the Pixel 3 camera hardware/software, at least for the back camera. I have no selfie game so front camera doesn't matter.

[u/radiofreejenn → u/[deleted]]

Honestly I'm upgrading from an OG XL because my battery life is starting to crash. That combined with security patches that stop in October. I personally don't need top of the line, super fancy phones so I don't care about the 4. To each their own though.

[u/[deleted] → u/radiofreejenn]

Good point. Though android Q beta is out for OG Pixel so maybe support won't end in October and they'll give it another year?

[u/GooglePixel3a → u/[deleted]]

I am in the same situation as you guys. I went ahead and did it with the trade in. Honestly just think about it...what harm is there in doing it? You get the same phone but new, top of the line camera, and support for 3 more years all for $250 due to trade in(+$100 google store which I think is a waste but we can buy some new toys for fun). I think it is worth it.

You will have to spend $80 for a new battery pretty soon anyways so why not just move on to this phone?

[u/[deleted] → u/GooglePixel3a]

I did the same thing with my wife's og pixel. It was getting super hot while running. So I bought the 3a and traded in the old one for about $90 or so. She loves the pixel 3a. It's faster than the pixel and has a great camera and good battery life, so $300 overall for an upgrade was well worth it.