Amongst the features of the Pixel 7a I have to look forward to is that it will be the first device I will use that has Google's Tensor G2 chip. I noted earlier about how battery life could be affected by the 90 Hz display, but that could be counteracted by the the Tensor G2's power consumption.
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Really interesting to see that
the Pixel Fold will be Google's smallest phone when folded in phone mode. The biggest problem with the foldables is the cost, followed by their weight. If cost were to get down to the levels of regular smartphones then the screen/hinge durability becomes less an issue because fewer people who own them for more than a year. On the other hand, when looking at the price one probably should factor in the cost of a smartphone and iPad Mini given that something like the Google Fold would replace both devices. By that math, a price approaching $800 would be the sweet spot, I think.
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As I said, I plan to buy a Pixel 7a, the question is when. I think it's interesting that both Best Buy and Amazon are offering $50 gift cards for an implicit discount. Best Buy actually provides another $50 discount if one were to "activate" their phone when purchased even if the phone claims to be unlocked. My guess is that the telcos provide Best Buy discounts if they get new customers. I am not in a rush and I think that if the past holds true the price will come down, or their may be a good deal on Amazon Prime day. I would like the blue phone, but will live with whichever I can get at a good price.
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