Pixel 8a One Month Later- An Honest Review

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  • Опубліковано 27 чер 2024
  • This is a review of the new Google Pixel 8a. I have used the Pixel 8a for one month, and one month later, I feel as though the Pixel 8a is one of the most misunderstood phones available in 2024. This is my honest review of the Pixel 8a One Month Later.
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  • @JSLReview
    @JSLReview  3 дні тому +11

    Is the hate for the Pixel 8a justified or overblown??

    • @augusthirdsm
      @augusthirdsm 3 дні тому +2

      it is justified mostly because of the sales surrounding the regular pixel 8, but the back panel being matte really is a nice touch.

    • @JSLReview
      @JSLReview  3 дні тому +2

      @@augusthirdsm yeah the pricing of the pixel 8 has a big influence on whether or not the 8a is worth it.

    • @nickyyves2678
      @nickyyves2678 2 дні тому +1

      Really I love the design with the little extrude of the visor compared to the pixel 8. But yeah the screen bezel is a NO 😅 even the nothing 2a as thin bezel for a low price like why Google skipped it ?!

  • @nl101010
    @nl101010 3 дні тому +22

    I really like my Pixel 8a! It's very comfortable in the hand, and it's very snappy and fast. With top cameras and 7 years of updates. I'm happy! No negative thoughts at all! And I like your videos very much!👌👌

    • @JSLReview
      @JSLReview  3 дні тому +4

      @@nl101010 appreciate the info, especially from someone who actually has the phone! Thanks for watching!

  • @jman4278
    @jman4278 3 дні тому +22

    i have the pixel 8a and i love it.

    • @JSLReview
      @JSLReview  3 дні тому +3

      @@jman4278 nice! I feel like most who actually got the pixel 8a really enjoy it.

    • @r-type3884
      @r-type3884 2 дні тому

      Battery?? Tnx

  • @sidharthshivappa1359
    @sidharthshivappa1359 2 дні тому +10

    My pixel 8a is just a phone with good looks , form and functionality which is the reason i bought and im very happy with it. Its just a praceful phone for me . Happy buyer.

    • @JSLReview
      @JSLReview  2 дні тому

      @@sidharthshivappa1359 glad to hear you’re enjoying it!

  • @Elictrix967
    @Elictrix967 2 дні тому +12

    I bought the 8a this week and I absolutely love it. Got some cash and traded in an old phone so it was only half the price of msrp. It’s my first android in 6-7 years and I’m so glad to be back.
    The bezels definitely are iPhone XR/11 but in this modern day and age where the entire phone is screen, it’s not horrible and I come from a 14 Pro. The matte plastic back is one less thing to worry about breaking, the UI is so snappy and the battery is also really good so far. Cannot complain at all.

    • @JSLReview
      @JSLReview  2 дні тому +1

      @@Elictrix967 appreciate you sharing as someone who bought the phone, glad to hear you’re enjoying it!

    • @tedzards509
      @tedzards509 4 години тому

      Im curious. What happened for you to switch from a rather recent flagship phone to this comparatively low end phone?

    • @Elictrix967
      @Elictrix967 44 хвилини тому

      @@tedzards509 I still have my 14 Pro. I traded in an old phone. I can't leave Apple 😅

  • @Jo5ue1
    @Jo5ue1 3 дні тому +12

    People complained about those bezels but in 2022 the iPhone launched the SE (3rd Gen) and people praised it. It's almost as let's criticize everything Pixel and give a free pass to everything on the iPhone.

    • @Daniel-en4ub
      @Daniel-en4ub 3 дні тому +1

      Why will the bezel on pixel 6a be less than the one on the 8a?

    • @jevonsims900
      @jevonsims900 3 дні тому

      Tech reviewers tore the 2022 SE 3 to shreds. Most reviewers said the iPhone 8 design was too outdated.

    • @JSLReview
      @JSLReview  2 дні тому +1

      @@Jo5ue1 for the record I gave the SE a scathing review, Apple at its worst IMO. And I consider myself a moderate Apple fanboy.

  • @mousefatfat
    @mousefatfat День тому +3

    I got the Pixel 8 and I got to say that it is the best Android device I have so far. Simple,easy on the hand,good battery and cameras. It's made by Google and not some form of Google skin phones in the market .
    Would love a telephoto lens in Pixel 8 and that is abt it. Cannot wait for TSMC Tensor 5 chipset next year

  • @blasien1
    @blasien1 День тому +2

    I like a bezel. For the same reason I frame a picture before I hang it on the wall. Bezel phobia is largely a UA-cam phenomenon

  • @fr3d10
    @fr3d10 3 дні тому +6

    Got it for a month now, it's a gem

    • @JSLReview
      @JSLReview  2 дні тому

      @@fr3d10 glad to hear you’re enjoying it! Does the bezel give you any heartburn at all?

  • @augusthirdsm
    @augusthirdsm 3 дні тому +4

    for the 1ST time in forever. nice video!!!

    • @JSLReview
      @JSLReview  3 дні тому

      @@augusthirdsm appreciate the feedback, thank you!

  • @katinasoutherland7693
    @katinasoutherland7693 2 дні тому +4

    It’s a very good phone. Pixel 8a is getting 7 years of software support for 500.00 bucks wtf do ppl except!?

    • @JSLReview
      @JSLReview  2 дні тому +1

      @@katinasoutherland7693 yeah I think a lot of people are missing the value of the pixel 8a. The camera quality alone should make this phone a lot more appealing

  • @tiberseptim6648
    @tiberseptim6648 3 дні тому +5

    I wanted to buy it but since Pixel 9 is coming 13th August, well.. i'll wait for 9 then

    • @JSLReview
      @JSLReview  3 дні тому +1

      @@tiberseptim6648 yeah the real make or break moment for the pixel 8a is going to be during the holidays after the pixel 9 is out. I feel as though Google really has to nail that phone out of the park haha.

    • @tiberseptim6648
      @tiberseptim6648 3 дні тому +1

      @@JSLReview nice videos bro, i genuinely enjoy your vibe

    • @JSLReview
      @JSLReview  3 дні тому +1

      @@tiberseptim6648 appreciate the feedback man, thanks for the support!

    • @mikeg3644
      @mikeg3644 2 дні тому

      I’m just waiting for the regular 8 to get a big discount or even the 8 pro.

    • @JSLReview
      @JSLReview  2 дні тому

      @@mikeg3644 probably see a sale during the fall. But I wouldn’t be surprised if the 8a goes on sale too

  • @LuisAlbertoForever
    @LuisAlbertoForever 3 дні тому +7

    18w charging and big bezels, in 2024, why Google, why?

    • @JSLReview
      @JSLReview  3 дні тому

      @@LuisAlbertoForever haha maybe it’s all a ploy to make the pixel 9 look extra nice….hopefully

    • @jevonsims900
      @jevonsims900 3 дні тому

      Don't forget about the 5W Wireless charging and Gorilla Glass 3.

    • @bassyey
      @bassyey 3 дні тому

      Nothing's wrong with that if this thing was $250. It's all about the price.

    • @JSLReview
      @JSLReview  3 дні тому

      @@jevonsims900 yeah the gorilla glass 3 I’m ok with since I use screen protectors anyways but that 5W wireless charge speed is pretty horrible haha

    • @AndrewTSq
      @AndrewTSq 2 дні тому

      @@jevonsims900 I think its 7.5watt wireless, or my Audi charges it faster than it should. Anyway the 18w charging does not bother me since I charge it in my car to work (2 x 40 min for both directions). And I guess it will keep the battery in good condition since its fast charging on the last 20% that kills batterys.

  • @EmanueleDiPalo7
    @EmanueleDiPalo7 День тому

    I'm using the Pixel 8a for the exact same time as you and I can say I 100% agree with your words except for the heating up. When is hot outside and I'm heavy using it, it becomes hot as hell and also has recharging issues, some times it just stops charging if it's too hot. That the worst thing about the phone imho.

  • @F4Z1NGAMING
    @F4Z1NGAMING 2 дні тому +3

    Fingerprints not recognised, Phone just freezes no matter what app im using. Photos awesome. 2 weeks experience

    • @JSLReview
      @JSLReview  2 дні тому

      @@F4Z1NGAMING did you update the the latest software? I’m not having any issues with freezing and though a bit slow, the finger print reader is working fine for me.

    • @F4Z1NGAMING
      @F4Z1NGAMING 2 дні тому

      @@JSLReview Got June update and screen sensitivity is on

    • @frankieatworld7321
      @frankieatworld7321 3 години тому

      I am using fingerprint for almost everything, but I panicked, when the phone was asking my PIN, did enter 2x wrong PIN code. And uptill now no freezing up. It always respond. I like the fast charging battery with a 33 Watt USB charger and a 1 week battery usage, although I turn data lots off.

  • @KISStraining
    @KISStraining 2 дні тому +2

    Its a great phone, the bezels don't bother me at all.

    • @JSLReview
      @JSLReview  2 дні тому

      @@KISStraining I think you speak for most people who actually have the phone

  • @crispyy8899
    @crispyy8899 3 дні тому +1

    Hey man, much prefer it when you judt talk and don't mess around with them annoying intros. Great video.

    • @JSLReview
      @JSLReview  3 дні тому

      @@crispyy8899 appreciate the feedback, thank you!

  • @robertlack4793
    @robertlack4793 2 дні тому +1

    I traded in my pixel 7 for the 8a! Great phone! 👍💚

    • @JSLReview
      @JSLReview  2 дні тому +1

      @@robertlack4793 nice upgrade, glad to hear you’re enjoying it!

  • @bltelysian
    @bltelysian 2 дні тому

    i just bought one and it arrived 2 days ago, loving it so far. i got it for 450 with free included pixel buds a-series, which is around 100 in value so i pretty much got the phone for 350. i'm quite happy with that deal honestly, though i know i could've just waited and got the phone for 300 on sale in a few months. the thing people fail to realise is that saving money is saving money, no matter what. if you save 100 with literally no downsides (i don't personally care for any of the upgrades that the regular pixel 8 gives) then go for it. also, whenever the pixel 8 is on sale, the pixel 8a is likely to be on sale as well, so this phone will honestly be a better pick for most people than the regular 8 in a few months when the "brand new phone" hype wears off and google puts the price of the 8a down more.

    • @JSLReview
      @JSLReview  2 дні тому +1

      @@bltelysian thanks for sharing, glad you’re enjoying the phone and the money saved!

  • @AndrewTSq
    @AndrewTSq 2 дні тому

    Had my phone since release. I got it with my phone subscription for free (actually, I pay a little bit less than before) so price was great :D I could not care about the bezels, they are about the same as on my daughters iphone 13 (one of those phones that people love the design off :P I do not really care about software support either, since I usually get a new phone ever 2 or 3 year :) But nice I guess. Never had any problem with battery or charging, since I usually charge the phone in the car to work (40 min ride) so I never see the battery or charging speed as a problem. Only thing I miss is a macro functionality in the camera??? This is a big what? in my view. First camera I bought that I can not find a macro camera in.

  • @CartManBrahhhhh
    @CartManBrahhhhh 23 години тому

    I have the phone and was annoyed about the bezel at first. I dont even notice it now, the phone is that good. They even sort of fixed the shitty radio!

    • @JSLReview
      @JSLReview  9 годин тому

      @@CartManBrahhhhh nice to hear I’m not alone, when you actually use the phone the bezel is the last thing you think or care about!

  • @evanchoi7319
    @evanchoi7319 3 дні тому +1

    W video

  • @GabrielTao2712
    @GabrielTao2712 2 дні тому +2

    Quick fight: Pixel 8a or iPhone 13 mini?

    • @JSLReview
      @JSLReview  2 дні тому +2

      @@GabrielTao2712 13 mini destroys all phones💯

  • @frankieatworld7321
    @frankieatworld7321 3 години тому

    I have a Pixel 8a for a month now and all works very good. I have it most of the time Off Internet/data or even in Airplane mode. Accu battery just needs to be charged once a week as I was used with my old fashioned Nokia's.
    It has all functionality needed in countries where a smartphone is kind of mandatory to exist in the system. Even reading a passport chip.
    Nice OLED HD screen, little smaller and less weight than other smartphones and I do not care about the bigger frame around it.

    • @JSLReview
      @JSLReview  32 хвилини тому

      @@frankieatworld7321 thanks for sharing! Glad it’s working out for you so far!

  • @syimang
    @syimang 2 дні тому

    Thick bezel is not really a problem. It's only the non-symmetrical chin make the bezel looks ugly.

    • @JSLReview
      @JSLReview  2 дні тому

      @@syimang yeah it wouldn’t be as bad if it was fully symmetrical all the way around

  • @luisgallucci19
    @luisgallucci19 День тому

    I bought a pixel 8 pro 256gb for 540! And i love it

    • @JSLReview
      @JSLReview  День тому

      @@luisgallucci19 crazy good price, well done!

  • @LatencyProblem
    @LatencyProblem 21 годину тому

    Its really goofy people are excusing this price for a phone like this, come on now

  • @Quickrex
    @Quickrex День тому

    Smooth sailing and pure Android experience and the 8a just looks and feels better in hand than the 8 ✅ I'm happy that Pixel get a little critics and people never gets to try them out, that means that pixel have to keep prices down a little, you get flagship experience for half the price ✅

  • @newfnshow031
    @newfnshow031 День тому

    in petson the bezels dont look big to me... but i used the pixel 3a xl for 3 yrs. I dont see anything to whine about

  • @pizzalikepizza
    @pizzalikepizza 3 дні тому

    They should just put pixel 5 screen on current budget lineup!! I think the cost is more or less the same??? The front of 8A is so ugly in 2024 standard.

    • @JSLReview
      @JSLReview  3 дні тому

      @@pizzalikepizza pixel 5 was one of my favorite pixels!

  • @philliprhinehardt6268
    @philliprhinehardt6268 День тому

    Google make some great phones

  • @NexusThirteen
    @NexusThirteen 3 дні тому

    Timestamps please

  • @_daniel.rad_
    @_daniel.rad_ 3 дні тому +2

    Thanks for ditching that annoying AI intro.

    • @JSLReview
      @JSLReview  3 дні тому +3

      @@_daniel.rad_ I listen to my supporters!!

    • @_daniel.rad_
      @_daniel.rad_ 3 дні тому

      @@JSLReview that so kind of you brother, keep going 🌟🤍.

  • @Beanjuice
    @Beanjuice 2 дні тому +3

    Same people complaining will buy a 300 dollar Chinese phone with a huge display and lie about how happy they are despite their lack of software support, garbage tier cameras and unbearable bloatware

    • @LatencyProblem
      @LatencyProblem 21 годину тому

      Its hilarious coz this also happens with the Pixels. Except its 400 usd and has shitty performance.

    • @hamzaalberta8335
      @hamzaalberta8335 18 годин тому

      Those Chinese phones have a better screen, processor and will still hold strong even after updates stop. The Pixel a series is more rounded but quite a lot of people don’t care about the camera.

  • @lil_nginya
    @lil_nginya 3 дні тому +2

    the bezels are too big for the price

    • @JSLReview
      @JSLReview  3 дні тому +2

      @@lil_nginya yeah fair as there are other phones at the same price or cheaper that look a lot more 2024ish.

  • @ashtonkee5868
    @ashtonkee5868 3 дні тому +4

    Pathetic processor 👎🏻👎🏻👎🏻

    • @JSLReview
      @JSLReview  3 дні тому

      Do you think Google should just go back to using Snapdragon chips?

    • @ashtonkee5868
      @ashtonkee5868 3 дні тому +3

      @@JSLReview no, they should take their chip design more seriously and put a beast in their pixels to really compete and make a difference rather than keep letting their loyal fans down while the rest of us have to listen to their fanboys (including many UA-camrs ) make lame duck excuses for their pitifully weak tensor chips.

    • @JSLReview
      @JSLReview  3 дні тому +3

      @@ashtonkee5868 yeah it was so hyped when Tensor was first announced but I don’t think you can classify it other than it being a let down. It’s getting better IMO but far from what most of us expected

    • @Daniel-en4ub
      @Daniel-en4ub 3 дні тому +2

      Maybe you should try using the phone first before you comment, chances are that processor is way faster than the phone you're using now

    • @jevonsims900
      @jevonsims900 2 дні тому

      @@Daniel-en4ub Doubt it, the Tensor G3 is about as powerful as Snapdragon 6 Gen 1.

  • @FranklinNomad
    @FranklinNomad 3 дні тому

    Bezels are too big