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shknz, 03 Dec 2024I was a bit wrong. Today at 6:25 am I put it to charge wit... moreI found that my newly-bought Pixel 8 charges 2% every 2 minutes but also drains 1% per two minutes just by doing simple tasks such as downloading apps, watching Youtube tech and news channels, listening to 2-3 podcasts (of around 45-60 minutes each), going to my socials, checking my emails, MS Teams, writing notes, etc. No gaming, no streaming, no vlogging, no memory intensive tasks.
I charge my Pixel up to 90% each day. With my first 48 hours doing those tasks my battery could drain to 50% past 3pm and could still have some juice by 9pm of under 30%.
Does those sound good to you? Or not?

    Jackie, 28 Nov 2024Hi, I have a question about being unable to put the phone o... moreDo not disturb is definitely a feature. I just prefer to use the silent mode, so I have to get used to it being in the volume slider lol.

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      • 03 Dec 2024

      Got it! I bought a 256GB model and I intend to use it for seven years. It replaces my Galaxy J7 from 2016, which is now slowly getting very, very old. It has many modern features such as wireless charging, artificial intelligence and a desktop mode. Seven years of updates and the easy-to-unlock bootloader were the main reason for the purchase. I am disappointed by the possibilities with artificial intelligence, which is mostly handled via the servers of Google. I hope that more calculations will be made on the smartphone in the future. I find it difficult to get used to the small screen, but the small smartphone fits well in the hand. The CPU sometimes gets a little warm and wireless charging also produces some waste heat. And did I mention the bezels? I chose a black background so that I cannot see them. I paid 432 euros and will happily live with these little things.

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        • 03 Dec 2024

        I recently purchased this phone during a Black Friday discount, snagging it for 370 euros. When it comes to opinions, it's a bit of a hit-or-miss situation. I upgraded from the Pixel 4, and honestly, the only reason I let that phone go was the deteriorating battery. Otherwise, I would have held onto it forever,no exaggeration.
        for those familiar with the Pixel 4, you'd probably agree it was one of the peak smartphone experiences. In terms of performance, I don’t notice a significant difference between the two. The Pixel 8a and the Pixel 4 feel very similar in everyday use, with the main distinctions being the size and the chipset. The battery on the Pixel 8a is solid—not revolutionary, but adequate. It easily lasts a day for a normal user, which is a clear improvement over the Pixel 4's aging battery. The camera, much like the Pixel 4, is excellent. However, I’ll admit that I don’t see a massive difference in quality between the two. The Pixel 8a does come with some additional features, which are nice to have, but they don’t fundamentally enhance the experience for me. It's more of an iterative update than a groundbreaking leap. What does stand out is the difference between the Snapdragon 855 in the Pixel 4 and the Tensor G3 in the Pixel 8a. While on paper, the G3 should outperform the "ancient" Snapdragon, in practice, it’s clear why Snapdragon remains a trusted and superior manufacturer. The G3 runs fine most of the time, but there's an intangible sense that it’s not performing as smoothly as it should. Occasionally, the phone feels choppy or underwhelming during certain tasks, and you can almost sense the chipset throttling under pressure. That said, if you’re not used to the absolute fluidity of Snapdragon processors, this won’t be as noticeable or problematic. For an average user, it’s unlikely to cause major issues, but for someone accustomed to Snapdragon’s seamless performance, it’s a downgrade you’ll definitely notice. On top of that, the Pixel 8a does have some very minor, barely noticeable bugs and detail issues. These aren’t deal-breaking by any means, but they can become rather annoying for someone who has experienced the Pixel 4’s absolute formidable and flawless performance. It’s the little things,occasional lags, inconsistent animations, or slight delays,that stand out more when you’ve been spoiled by the near perfection of the Pixel 4. As for the phone’s size, it’s decent, though the bezels don’t bother me at all,i don't understand what all the panic is about. The display itself is fantastic,sharp, vibrant, and a joy to use. However, if you’re considering this phone for gaming, temper your expectations. While it can handle gaming adequately, the Tensor G3 chipset is clearly not optimized for gaming performance and could even cause your device to completely freeze if it ends up in a highly intensive situation (for example in a certain game where the chipset goes under very heavy load). In conclusion, the Pixel 8a feels like the most "phoney phone" ever, there's nothing revolutionary about it, but it gets the job done. If you find it at a reasonable price, I’d recommend it. It handles everyday tasks well, offers solid battery life, and has a great camera. Just keep in mind that this is more of a functional, no-frills device than a cutting-edge flagship. It’s reliable, but for gamers or performance enthusiasts, it might not be the best choice.

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          • 03 Dec 2024

          Gino76ph, 02 Dec 2024I work on a typical week, I don't game, I don't v... moreI was a bit wrong.
          Today at 6:25 am I put it to charge with 31% until 7:10 am when I left home for work.
          When I disconnected the charger it was charged with 85%.
          All this I tell you using the original Google charger.

            shknz, 02 Dec 2024No, don't expect it to charge from 30% to 80% in an ho... moreI work on a typical week, I don't game, I don't vlog, I don't travel every month, I don't listen to music or podcast all day, I don't do word processing et al.
            If i can charge a phone fast in the morning for those emergency situations that the battery is 10% or less then that will help me. Saying that i usually go to sleep by 11pm regardless of how many battery is left and charge my phone overnight till i wake up at 6am and immediately remove the charger after that. My only concern is the battery might degrade in time if i keep charging it overnight?

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              • 02 Dec 2024

              Gino76ph, 01 Dec 2024Trying to compare the Pixel 8a vs the Pixel 8 and against m... moreNo, don't expect it to charge from 30% to 80% in an hour.
              Maybe it will charge to 60-70%.
              But it's not a problem either, you charge it at night and that's it.
              That's the weak point of the Pixels, the slow charging.
              But that's not a problem for me because I'm not using the phone all day.
              And when I get up in the morning and have it at 30% and have to leave the house, I'm proactive and charge it at night or if I charge it in the morning to 70%, that's enough for me until I get home in the afternoon.

              Personally, it's not a big deal that it doesn't have fast charging because I use it and charge it regarding this feature.

                Trying to compare the Pixel 8a vs the Pixel 8 and against my previous one the Pixel 7a.
                I have a question about battery charging.
                If i wake up one morning finding out i only have less than 30% on my Pixel 8a and I only have just over an hour before i leave the house for work and I have a "fast" 30w charger will the time be enough for the battery to reach at least around 80-90% that morning? Yes or No?

                  i think this is one of the best midrangers in the game cause it has nearly the same specs as the regular pixel 8

                    shknz, 29 Nov 2024Jumping from the 7a to the 8a I couldn't tell you. I ... moreI'm considering the Pixel 8a due to its price and having a 7a before i'm confident it is better. if only i can get my head around its slow charging speeds.

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                      Gino76ph, 28 Nov 2024I've had a Pixel 7a previously. Do you think it is a g... moreJumping from the 7a to the 8a I couldn't tell you.
                      I had a 6a and now the 8a, and the difference is worth it.
                      Better camera, better battery, better screen, the fingerprint works much better, also facial unlocking which the 6a didn't have.
                      And I like the design of the 8a better, but that's very personal.

                        shknz, 28 Nov 2024The screen does not present any problems. I live in the so... moreI've had a Pixel 7a previously. Do you think it is a good /decent upgrade over it?
                        I'm concerned about slow charging and noise when zooming in or so-so selfies.

                          gft77, 28 Nov 2024I hope this answers your question. https://support.googl... moreThere are limited number of phones with said display issues.
                          Are you telling me the Pixel 8a has less reported display or other types of issues & bugs?

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                            • 28 Nov 2024

                            I mean 299 for this is good. An awesome camera 4k@30fps. I dont like the ui kinda much. But its google

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                              Gino76ph, 27 Nov 2024Have you noticed any display issues like colour shifting or... moreThe screen does not present any problems.
                              I live in the south of Spain and in summer it does tend to heat up if you record video for a while.
                              The sound of the speakers is perfect for me.
                              The performance for my use is outstanding, very fluid when opening any application, but I don't play games.

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                                Anonymous, 23 Nov 2024Only issues I noticed were the screen colours looking a bit... moreGoogle has extended their repair program for the Pixel 8, because of screen issues on some of the phones. They did something similar with the Pixel 5a, except that with that phone there was a 2 year extended repair program, whereas the Pixel 8's issues apparently are more severe and get a 3 year extended repair program.

                                https://support.google.com/pixelphone/answer/15009955?hl=en

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                                  Gino76ph, 23 Nov 2024What kind of screen issues? Is it more of a hardware-relate... moreI hope this answers your question.

                                  https://support.google.com/pixelphone/answer/15009955?hl=en

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                                    Silcat, 20 Nov 2024I'm back, and I finally got this phone! I've had ... moreHi, I have a question about being unable to put the phone on silent. Is the Do Not Disturb option not available on this model? Thanks

                                      Anonymous, 27 Nov 2024Go for Pixel 8, though... there were some reports about gre... moreI'm inclined to get a Pixel 8. A Pixel 9 is obviously better and I can get a cheaper one thru trade-in or on eBay just under £550 vs £699 on Google website.

                                        shknz, 27 Nov 2024It depends on the price you buy it for, for example the 8a ... moreHave you noticed any display issues like colour shifting or inaccurate white balance? Overheating when doing multitasking? Speakers not sounding clear when on high volumes? Decent performance - such as opening apps, multitasking, downloading apps, etc.?

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