The recently-revealed Google Pixel 8a phone joins the Pixel 8 and Pixel Pro to round out the latest generation of Android phones from the company. Much like the Pixel 7a that preceded it, the 8a is a budget-minded model that slashes a few hundred dollars off of the base price in exchange for making some compromises in terms of performance and screen size. All three phones have great cameras, innovative AI tools and fast Tensor G3 processors and Titan M2 security coprocessors. For all the differences between the 8a and those other models, you can read our complete rundown.If you’re intrigued by the Pixel 8a and want to make sure you get one in your hot little hands when they release on May 14, the smart move is to preorder. Here’s where you can put your money down and what kind of deal you can expect.
Google Pixel 8a
A new budget Android with a killer camera and great performance
The most logical place to order an unlocked Pixel 8a phone is, quite naturally, from Google. There aren’t any discounts to be found here, as unlocked phones typically sell for full retail, but you have all of the configuration options available to you. The base model Pixel 8a phone comes with 128GB of internal storage, but you can boost it to 256GB for an additional $60. Four colors are available, with the Aloe Green, Bay Blue and Porcelain White cases reserved for 128GB phones only, while the Obsidian Black can be used for either configuration.If you sign up for a new Google Fi Wireless account with the purchase, you’ll get a $300 rebate, bringing the base price down to $199.Want to pick it up someplace else? Have a refund credit or a gift card you want to use? Here’s the rundown.
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Amazon has the Pixel 8a for $499 in all configurations, and if you pre-order from them you can get a $100 Amazon gift card for free.Best Buy has the Pixel 8a for $499 in all configurations, and if you pre-order from them you can get a $100 Best Buy gift card for free. You can also take another $100 off if you sign a contract for a new line through Verizon or AT&T.AT&T has the Pixel 8a for $519.99 without a contract or $215.64 with a new 36-month contract.Verizon has the Pixel 8a for $549.99 without a contract or free with a new 36-month contract.T-Mobile has the Pixel 8a for $499.99 without a contract.We’ll have a full review of the Google Pixel 8a up soon, but if you can’t wait, jump on one of the above offers while you can.
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