Pixel 6a launched
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Stronk
Guide
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Stronk
Guide
How long have you been using it? Any bugs/issues, and how's the battery life?
TinTinSnowy
Guide
Not sure how this is handled for 6a but Google's service policy does not give enough confidence. Mail-in means no physical center available to visit and instant repairs.
chetansha
Innovator
I am not using it[emoji23] this is the price for imported model.
Kevin Lane
Forerunner
Extremely Overpriced! DOA!
Pixel 6 issues could make users ditch Google in droves
An alarming number of Pixel 6 users considering switching to another brand because of the myriad of issues that plague the devices.
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Reddit is full of people complaining about every Pixel model, so it is not rare, but probably most don't care about it.
bhp91
Explorer
I just got my 4a back from warranty repair and I'm happy to report that their service was great for me. The screen had touch issues so I raised a request with google support. The device was picked up and b2x not only replaced the screen but since the rear panel had some scratches and the paint near camera bump was worn, they also replaced the complete body without me even asking and sent back the phone in a new box complete with sim ejector tool. 10/10
Early reviews appear to suggest that 6A is better than its bigger siblings in some aspects so fingers crossed -
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Google Pixel 6a: Early reviews compare fingerprint scanner speed with Pixel 6 Pro and camera quality with iPhone 13 Pro Max
The arrival of the Pixel 6a is only a few weeks away from arriving. However, early review videos have already showcased the device's fingerprint scanner against the Pixel 6 Pro. Separately, another reviewer has pitted the Pixel 6a's cameras against the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max.
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Northstar
It's interesting how the 6 & the Pro never made it officially to India. How would sellers here know in advance there could be problems. That can't be it. They saw the price and realised it could not compete with the lower-priced Chinese models here.Pixel 6 issues could make users ditch Google in droves
An alarming number of Pixel 6 users considering switching to another brand because of the myriad of issues that plague the devices.
Reddit is full of people complaining about every Pixel model, so it is not rare, but probably most don't care about it.
I suppose Google has to give the go-ahead.
This reminded me, my Pixel 4a can't remain connected to 5 GHz Wi-fi if I'm too far from my router (I live in a 1 BHK, so far is like 15 feet). Other phones/laptops have no issue remaining connected at the same spot. I finally just switched to using 2.4 GHz on my phone for a more stable connection.
And also, the body had cracks in the corners within 6 months despite there being a cover on it from the very beginning and never having dropped the phone. Reminded me of the time when Micromax was big every other Micromax phone I saw had a cracked screen.
rkkaranrk
Herald
Thats not the price of new one its a used phone with no box or accessories, Got pixel 6 pro mine came sealed in box with cable ejector and USB adapter.
And then get this.
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alekhkhanna
Herald
Pixel 6 issues could make users ditch Google in droves
An alarming number of Pixel 6 users considering switching to another brand because of the myriad of issues that plague the devices.
Reddit is full of people complaining about every Pixel model, so it is not rare, but probably most don't care about it.
People with issues will always be the vocal majority online vs those without issues. It's a simple fact seen with almost every popular gadget.
And my experience with B2X has been great. I've had to send my P2XL twice, and they gave me a loaner Nexus (this was the year 2XL was released) for the week it took for them to return the device in tip top shape.
Needed a battery change the next time, and again, quick and fast service. You gotta hand over the phone to the guy who comes to pick it up from B2X's side.
Everything else is tracked online.
Try factory resetting ? I live in a 3 BHK house (around 3000 sqft), and my 4a has no issues being connected with 5ghz.
I had this problem with Jio's router, so moved to a 1 router + 1 satellite mesh setup for better speeds everywhere.
Btw, 6a right now:
I don't know a single person personally who owned pixel or nexus and never needed to get their mobile serviced because of fault with motherboard or something. It's not normal. Not just electronics but mobile bodies developed cracks without any fall or anything. Jerryrig videos show badly made are google phones.
Between me and friends, we have more than dozen chinese and samsung phones and none of them ever needed any visit to service center apart from the broken display or battery change.
Also please can someone explain to me why pixel are considered stock? I must be blind or something. Pixel looks like a skin to me. It implements google's own 'material you' philosophy. Why is it stock? Do pixel feature exist in other stock androids?
Between me and friends, we have more than dozen chinese and samsung phones and none of them ever needed any visit to service center apart from the broken display or battery change.
Also please can someone explain to me why pixel are considered stock? I must be blind or something. Pixel looks like a skin to me. It implements google's own 'material you' philosophy. Why is it stock? Do pixel feature exist in other stock androids?
Most people don't realise how barebones AOSP is, the actual stock Android. LineageOS comes close to it. Pixel is just Google's implementation and people think it is stock because it is from Google. It has more proprietary Google software than other Android devices. That is also the reason Google messes up Pixel so often, they don't really have an incentive to provide a better experience compared to others.
Fact that they can't even match Samsung's update period with their own SoC is telling. They just don't want to do much more to be regarded as a hardware company.
The real benefit would be the specific camera changes and the fact that the device is the most easy to use for custom ROMs due to the kernel code being readily available compared to a lot of manufacturers who do nothing to help.
alekhkhanna
Herald
Well, for most 99% of the people using Android, Google IS Android. The geeks who tinker with ROMs and kernels are extremely limited. I used it to do it when I was a student and a bachelor. Job, responsibilities, children etc just wants you to use something which works.
Nexus was what Google wanted to show the world what can be done with Android. It used to a cheap phone, great for the price, but with major issues.
Pixel lineup is supposed to be Google's answer to iPhone. You can see the continuous iterations throughout the years.
They provided ample incentives for early adopters to switch - no bloatware, unlimited OG quality photo backup, then 3 years OG quality backup etc.
As phones like Mi, Realme, Vivo ballooned (including earlier versions of TouchWiz), there was a gap in the market for barebones devices - and while Android One' program had a few takers, eventually I'm guessing the OEMs lost interest (and incentive).
I still have great memories of Nexus 6P - one of the first phones with (for that time) insane low light performance. You couldn't get that with ANY phone camera. It was magical. Of course, Huawei had build issues. Pixel 1 was weird with HTC manufacturing it, again lots of issues.
P2/XL was more refined, with LG's help. My only reason for not continuing it was limited RAM, which caused a lot of slowdowns in today's time. Else I absolutely love the phone.
4a (for it's price), to me, is love. The matte screen, excellent one handed ergonomics, useful AI powered Pixel launcher, the tried and tested camera - do remember Google really did a lot, LOOOOOOOT of enhancements for computational photography under Marc Levoy. And much of it has been released for free.
Who can forget the absolute insane night mode launched overnight by Google, or the bonkers astrophotography mode !? And again, it tells something when a 6 year old sensor holds its place with many flagships just because of how damn optimised it is with Google's software.
I think the recent phones are a small step for Google to really get into controlled hardware - they're doing chips with Samsung, and maybe it's just a start (or maybe they'll abandon it like many of their projects).
But all in all, there's no doubt the the Nexuses and Android Ones and Pixels have played a major part in shaping the smartphone market we know now.
Edit: Also, from what I think, Google really does not see most other phones as competitors. It's just competing with iPhone SE via A lineup, and we clearly know how much of a mess SE is. I wish the Pro models were better priced - US clearly gets tons of incentives when purchasing through Google or carriers. For RoW, it's bad pricing.