I had bought it for a family member, they used it for 1 year, wanted another one, so I took it. I am satisfied with this mid-range phone.
- It is quite fast. It doesn't have unnecessary apps, just the basics from Google. If I want something alternative, I add it.
- Camera, just fine. Recently it received some software updates that are fun (object removal, blur reduction, etc.).
- I don't know if it typically supports 5G, it mentions LTE, but I just did the classic Ookla speedtest and it hit 130Mbps (!)
- User-friendly, it’s not huge, which works for ME.
- Bright screen and clear.
NEGATIVES-ANNOYANCES:
- Although Android is generally known for its customization options, it doesn't let you remove the Google bar at the bottom and a weather app at the top. So you lose space for 2 lines on the home screen.
- Battery drains quite quickly (maybe it was abused by the previous user for 1 year, constantly drained, charged all night).
- Fingerprint sensor, not so good.
- It’s not a new model of course, but even though it's Google, it will have updates for another 2-2.5 years and the Android version will go up to 15 and that’s it. OK...
Overall, I would buy it again.

I have it for a year and this is my opinion.

Positives:
• Excellent camera, very good photos day and night, do not be fooled by the 12 MP, I compared it with a 48 MP mobile and the pixel had better quality. It has very good HDR and color accuracy. The selfie camera is decent, not something amazing.
• Very good video during the day, okay at night. It would be nice to have 4k 60fps and on the ultra wide lens but it has up to 30fps.
• Very good processor, the phone runs smoothly and does not lag. It plays very well any game I have downloaded with good graphics.
• Software, clean android and amazing AI features. It adapts to the user's usage over time.

Negatives:
• The screen, although it has good clarity, lacks brightness and does not have good HDR (the screen of my previous phone Samsung Galaxy a7 2018 was much better), the 60 hz do not bother me so much because my previous phone had the same, but for the price it is unacceptable.
• The battery in general is OK, if I don't use it heavily I can finish the day with 30%. But in the summer when I use a lot of data and open hotspot I will definitely need to recharge it.
• Also, when I have data and hotspot open and use it, it overheats very easily and I have to let it cool down.

Overall, it is good value for money, you just have to accept that you have to sacrifice some things for others.

Although I am closing my circle with the honest pixel, I owe a review! At 300-350, it is perhaps one of the best choices for a mobile phone in its category (I'm talking about 2023) with excellent camera optimization with the software. Although the sensor is not new, it performs exceptionally well in photos, especially during the day, but even in low-light night shots, where the "noise" is minimal. The processor performs well in everyday use, but the battery "drops" relatively quickly in terms of performance after 2-3 months. It lasts for about 8-10 hours with surfing and regular use. The fingerprint sensor has an issue, it is not the fastest or most accurate. It loses one star for the known issues that those who buy it are aware of, such as network problems, etc. Although the situation has improved in the past month with Volte on Vodafone. In my case, which was a bit extreme and unfortunate as it happened in the second week (it fell from a low height without its case and the screen broke), there is no official service option and immediate availability of a replacement screen (genuine, etc.). After that, the already slow fingerprint sensor became less sensitive (this does not apply to the factory device, it is just an after-sale condition that I have to share). And finally, after 11 months of use, raindrops fell on the screen, causing the top part around the camera to "die". It is likely an issue with the after-sale screen adhesive or something else. My unfortunate experience cannot overshadow the positives of the phone.

I decided to write this review late, but since I had this in my hands, let me say a few words. Google has talent in "affordable" devices. I had the 6, lost it, and got the 6a as a replacement. It is the same as the 6, with the only difference being the 60hz screen, the main camera, and the build material (plastic back, gorilla glass 3 on the front). The performance is the same as the 6, which costs twice as much. The smart features and the simple yet unique software are also the same, and that's enough if you like it. The camera is almost half the size of the 6, but I was impressed to see the same sensor used in the 3, 4, 5, etc., performing exceptionally well, and even the video, which was the weak point of the pixels, has improved significantly due to the tensor. Another thing I liked is the 6.1 size, which is ideal for me. The build material, although plastic, somehow manages to look like glass! The result is that it appears more premium and is lighter. Now, of course, I don't know if it is a good choice in 2023, as the 7a has been released, which has some significant changes, and considering that the 8a will be out in 6 months, which I believe will be very good, the price of the 7a will drop. Get it if you find it for 300 and you're eager for a new phone, or if you're not ready to spend 500 for the 7 or 7a series. Since the new prices have increased (the 7a went up to 450, the 8 series starts from 800, etc.), getting the device from the previous year is a good strategy for saving money. I'm writing this from the 7 ;)

I bought the phone last January for €310. I have it as a second phone and I haven't put a SIM card in it, I bought it to try out a pixel phone. After months of frequent, almost daily, use (internet, social media, games, photos, videos), I have the following to report:

- It has a pretty good screen and the size helps you use it with one hand. The refresh rate is 60 Hz but it doesn't cause any issues when scrolling. The bezels are not particularly large, but they could be smaller. Overall, it is a sleek and fast phone.
- The functionality is very good, with almost all the features found in more expensive pixels, making the usage enjoyable and easy. It receives all updates promptly and, of course, it is on Android 13.
- The battery is small and no matter how good the management is, it doesn't last long even with moderate use. However, a big downside is that it charges very slowly. There is no wireless charging.
- The camera is very good, but only during the day. The nighttime photos have a lot of noise and in low light, they are often not visible. The front camera is average. The video is good during the day and mediocre at night. Of course, with the hardware being old and mediocre, I wouldn't expect anything better. On the other hand, there is a big advantage, which is the amazing software that can completely transform most average or bad photos. There are many good tools and photo or video editing produces incredible results.

I also want to mention some issues that I don't know if I have alone or if they happen to others:
- The Wi-Fi often disconnects or the signal is quite weak. I noticed this in the last 2 months. I don't know if it has to do with some update.
- When I enter a page, especially in the newsfeed, in 90% of cases, it takes a long time to load. However, once it opens, it continues to other pages without any problem.

Overall, it is a good phone but with some limitations. If someone wants a beautiful phone with clean Android and good daytime photos, they could get it. However, if someone wants a good camera overall and a good battery, I think it would be better to look elsewhere. Especially if they want a good camera, I believe that with the same or even less money, they can find something better

Very good phone that definitely worth its money.

I would like a little more battery life, but usually it lasts the day if you don't use it constantly (which sometimes I do).

It is beautiful and durable (it has fallen many times without a case, on a smooth floor, and it didn't suffer any damage). I noticed to my surprise that it is harder to leave fingerprints on it compared to other phones I had in the past.

It is lightweight and its size fits in my pockets, and it is easy to use with my small hands (that was the main reason I bought it, its size).

The camera, especially in portrait mode, is very good. It struggles a bit in low light and produces some noise, but it doesn't surprise me. The night mode, where you have to keep it still for a while to capture more light, is quite good.

I am reassured by the knowledge that it will receive updates directly from Google, and I am not afraid that it will start lagging as it gets older like devices from other companies. Of course, this is hypothetical for now, we will see.

Excellent smartphone!

An exceptional device, I will start with its positives.

Camera!
Incredible for a phone with such old lenses to take such great photos, even in low light conditions. The AI with its camera CPU does a fantastic job, as you can see in the sample photos I uploaded, including night shots. If I had to pick its strongest feature, it would be the camera, which surpasses even high-end smartphones.

UI, the Android experience is smooth, everything runs very smoothly without any lag. The apps open quickly, and switching between apps is very fast. After all, it's what characterizes having the Android operating system as it should be on every Android smartphone.

Sound, the sound quality is very good, I didn't expect it to be the best, but for its budget, it is very satisfactory and enjoyable for listening to music.

Video, in terms of video, although it records well, I would say it is average, and I would have liked it to be better. Of course, I don't miss it as much because I don't record videos very often, but for someone who is a big video enthusiast, if you're getting it for that reason, don't expect something very good compared to the camera.

Display, I wouldn't call it excellent since it has AMOLED, but it's not one of the powerful AMOLED displays. Nevertheless, it has good colors and looks nice with its 60Hz, which appears as if it's running at 90Hz, and the reason behind it is that it runs on pure Android.

Negatives

Selfie camera

While the rear camera is excellent, the same cannot be said for the front camera. It is a mediocre camera that should have been given more attention. I would have expected something better. It's not that it will bother you if you are an average user of the front camera, but if you are a selfie enthusiast, this is not the phone you are looking for, as it is not as good in this aspect, and there are better options at this price range.

Battery, here I didn't expect an amazing battery, but neither did I expect such a bad one. It's not the worst, but definitely not good. With heavy usage, it will last around 10-12 hours, and with regular usage, it will last a day. However, if you play games, etc., it will drain quickly. Unfortunately, it has slow charging compared to the technologies we have today. When I say slow, I mean a simple fast charging of 18W, not 30+.

Overall, the Pixel 6a is the best one can find at the price of €350. It offers a great experience with stock Android and one of the best cameras, but with poor sound quality.

The mobile phone is good, but unfortunately not for Greece. The purchase was made through Skroutz. I intended to have two numbers on the device - one for personal and one for my business phone. I inserted an esim and a physical sim with the green mobile phone company. Unfortunately, with the placement of the esim, I could not receive any calls or even on the number for which I had the physical sim. After I returned it for repair through Skroutz as "defective", they assured me that the phone is fine and functioning. After many days, I received the device back and tried to install my esim again. After many phone calls and many days of inconvenience and without being able to make calls, I was informed by the green company that this particular model is not compatible with ANY provider in Greece when it comes to esim. Essentially, the phone ceases to be dual sim when it comes to Greece. A big negative is that I was not informed of this problem from the check that was supposed to have been done (even though I fully explained the situation), as well as the fact that there is no representation in Greece for such cases. Also, regarding wireless connections with other devices and/or headphones, aux, etc., it is very weak and does not connect. Finally, it does not have the classic 3.5mm jack and its battery is quite average. With its positives, it has a very good camera and a convenient device size.