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Thanks for keeping it real here. You didn't just say "buy the 7", you gave the 7a it's due. Prices will always lower on BOTH of these phones, and the 7a will always be the lower priced one in the end. I was stupid and jumped on it at launch (but in my defense, I got a free set of Pixel Buds and a surprisingly nice case for free from Google as an incentive to buy it so....) and I honestly do not regret it. It's better than my old Pixel 6 in every way. Great review as always Floss!
@@katinasoutherland7693 Everything that didn't work well on the 6 (fingerprint sensor, not being able to use a glass screen protector because of the crappy fingerprint sensor, etc.) are fixed here. I find the screen a bit better, but that's subjective. I love the color choices as well. At the end of the day it'll be up to you if a smoother operating phone is worth the upgrade, I did it with, as I said earlier, zero regrets.
@@jihigh482 Really? It's better than the 6, period. Did I mention it's considerably cheaper than what I paid for the 6? It's also MUCH more stable in day to day use. You want more? Ok. It runs faster in all of the apps I've used so far. At the end of the day, it's a better phone and to ask for more at this price point is being petty. Buy it and enjoy it!
@@jihigh482 Most of the differences are the fact that it does not have bugs, which is a big difference. Overall mechanically it's not much different, but it works better which is something you would notice from using both.
After using a Pixel for a while, I'm pretty used to the power and volume buttons being where they are. I've actually come to like it, as I feel like I adjust the volume pretty often while using the phone. So it works for me... But I get that if you switched phones often, it would be pretty annoying.
Yes, at first I didn't like it but after I used the 6a more often, I actually prefer the placement, especially for a relatively small phone. Thinking about why the sudden preference, I realized that I use the Vol. buttons way more than the Power, so having it easily accessible means I don't have to reach for the top everytime I want to tune Vol especially to increase it. Imo this is more practical, so kudos to Google!
I am used to it. I actually only Power On by tapping the screen. Don't have any trouble to power of with the button or often just leave it to 🔒 itself.
Last google phone I had was the Pixel 3a, it was pretty impressive I have to say. I think it was $400 and google even hand delivered it to my door, offered to set it up, etc. Not really an android/Google person but that phone even impressed myself! The camera (software) on that phone was absolutely mind blowing. For the $400 price tag and it’s photo quality absolutely shit all over even the top iPhone photo quality from the same time period. If this 7a is anything like the old 3a, it’s a very solid performer and impressive performance! Shoutout to Floss and Shoes!
The Google Pixel is impressive as is, but the A series has always had my attention. But I’m always up for a brand new real review. Once again, you have my attention.
Another great review ! If Pixels were available in my country, I'd never even consider Samsung. There is something about Pixels that makes them stand out
Pixel is only good for the camera, in rest of the aspects Samsung is way ahead. You can't say 3-4 features of pixel phones which aren't offered by Samsung. Rather I can tell more than 4 features of Samsung which are offered by Google. 😊
@@invisible4356 I agree, but not completely. First, camera software on Samsung phones needs a big polish/upgrade. As many features (Moon shot, Directors cut, Single take...) as they packed, same old problems have been there for years now, basic stuff (shutter lag/blurry photos of anything that's moving, choppy videos, unpredictable camera results...) and Samsung flagships cost more.
@Nathan so do I, I love it. I’m just reconsidering Samsung cause it’s so cluttered and has extra apps that google already has on the phone. For example, Samsung Notes…but Google notes it already on the phone…. And sometimes those apps can’t be deleted but only disabled. I don’t really care about the camera or gaming as I do most of my gaming on my pc,console,or handheld console. The pixel seems very clean. Also Samsung flagships are so expensive. Like they cost more than the iPhone Flagships. And the Samsung mid tier phones are hit or miss…mostly miss. I love Sam but I want to give Google a chance.
As always, great video! and the comment "With Google's processing, you could put Google's processing on a potato phone and the pictures gonna come out good" is perfect!
I bought this phone and it should be arriving today. There’s something about Pixel cameras that I really like. Also, I enjoy the pure Android experience. Like you said, it’s a peace of mind knowing I’ll be getting prompt updates for years to come.
This video convinced me to trade my Flip 3 in for a Pixel 7a. I'm so suprised how good the 7a is despite being half the price of Samsung's flagships. Now I'm a full convert and might not even touch another Samsung phone unless they bring out somethjng really good that is worth the money.
I bought a Nothing Phone 1 instead of Pixel 7a, having the power button alone on the right side is so much nicer with the volume buttons on the other side!
I have the Pixel 7. Bought the 7a to see if i could tell a difference between the two and i honestly cant. From performance to camera quality. They both feel like the same phone. I kinda like the 7a more for the smaller and lighter form factor. I highly recommend this phone if your on a budget but still want rhat flagship camera and the Pixel experience with the Google OS support.
I was thinking about coping the 7a as my android device, but T-Mobile had a promo and was able to get the 7 for $96 with no trade in. Can’t beat that deal
RU-vid just recommend me your video since I've been looking for reviews of this phone because I'm thinking to buy it and THIS is the type of video I was looking for, someone that has really tested the phone and says you the real thing. New sub and great job man 👏
What's good Floss long time subscriber here I ordered the fully unlocked Coral Google Pixel 7a last Wednesday got it at my door Friday. This Pixel 7a is alot better then my fully unlocked Motorola edge 2022 256GB of storage. Camera is alot better then any phone i had before. Signal and reception and call quality is no issue like it was for me with the Motorola edge 2022. Great excellent video man 👍
Just ordered this to upgrade from my Pixel 4a. That phone has done me great but the battery is starting to get pretty bad and the phone is getting really laggy. But for the $300 I paid over 3 years ago I'll take it. Can't wait to get my new pixel as it has so many improvements over the 4a
You are absolutely right about the power button. Especially being a two phones nelson. I have accidentally called 911 too many times by trying to adjust my volume because I don't remember which phone I'm holding and which button is the volume button. Also, the pixel 7 pro is actually $900, so even more savings. Actually $400 savings if you go with the 7a.
I have the Pixel 7 pro after my dad switched us over to Telus. I had a few budget phones over the years but I realized I needed something faster and a better camera for nighttime. I had the galaxy grand prime and Galaxy A5 2017 but after that I got the pixel 3, then 6 and now got the 7 pro.
Love your review floss and White Shoes. I still have the Pixel 4 XL, and the Face unlock matches my iPhone 14 Pro max. I am thinking of trading my Pixel 4 XL for a Pixel 7 or 7 Pro. Keep up the good work Floss and White Shoes
Floss hopefully you'll get your hands on a pixel fold soon because your thoughts will determine if I'm get my first fold phone or if I will wait on the pixel 8 pro 🤣🤣 you like the guru or the sensei of this tech stuff bro!
Good review I just got this phone today as the 7 was for 799 CND and the pixel 7a was 599 so I went that route. Nice phone for my needs. Thanks Flossy for the review
I actually like the Power-Vol rockers placement on Pixel better. Admittedly took some getting used to, since it's not the norm but since I use Vol. Buttons way more than Power, it makes sense to me that I can easily reach it on my 6A compared to having it on top like the others. I think that's the thought behind the setup from Google.
10 minutes in and this is already the best review of this phone. These Pixel a phones just keep getting better. Will be glad to get a hand on this but don't have the money for it 😅 .Flossy carter kindly make me a giveaway please.
I sold my pixel 6 for £200 recently and got a pixel 7 for £400 so £200 net spend and I love the 7..Loved the 6 just not the battery and horrendous fingerprint scanner.Great video as always big man 👍🏻👍🏻 #Basicallybrilliant 😅
At this point i think i am addicted to Google's photo processing, its soo good man, one of the main reasons why i love the Pixel line, great review as usual Floss 💯👍🏽
Brother here i am again , i don't wanna buy pixel phones but you are so entertaining and likable personality that i am willing to watch this 1 hour long video... you cheered my mood up man
Man, I got a pixel 7 pro and I do like it. It is smooth as hell with all my tasks. However, it is driving me mad that UAG does not make a monarch case for this. I hope they bring it back with the pixel 8 series. Other than that I do like the phone a lot
@@CreamPieSundays it's froze on me once back in the December update. Since then it's been fine. The phone runs warmer than my Samsung s21 ultra. Never had it overheat on me. Battery life has been fine, same as my s21 ultra
@@huntergibbs7797 You're luckier than me, mines freezes at least once a week. While playing db legends (the only game on my phone) and RU-vid. The YT was under the circumstance of using talk 2 text while a video was playing. The phone would freeze then hard reset. With legends it "freezes" but the music is still playing 🤷. The overheating is ridiculous, I got an overheating warning the first 20-30mins of owning the phone. I have so many issues with Pixel to name one, why can't I control two separate volume lvls at the same time? My old LG v60 (my daily driver again) I can and it's very helpful. I still haven't found an overall phone better than the LG v60, which is pretty alarming. The Pixel 7 pro besides camera seriously let me down.
@@CreamPieSundays hate to hear that. I'm over here complaining about not being able to buy my favorite case for it lol and you're having these issues. If Google went back to snapdragon chips things would be so much better
The battery for the 7 pro in my experience has been lackluster. I've only had it since December of last year and its been a pain having to charge it 2 a day
I got used to the power button placement but the volume buttons are too low it's annoying while on a call. software side pixels run very smooth but Google needs basic customizations available elsewhere, let me hide a friggin icon or remove the fixed widgets from the home screen using the pixel launcher, it just needs very simple improvements.
GG3 has much better scratch protection, which I prefer as I never use screen protectors. All the GG after 3 focus much more on shatter resistance, and scratch much easier than 3.
I've been thinking about getting the 7 instead but I think the only difference is the smaller screen and $150 less. But I think the camera is a little nicer on the 7a too. I watch videos so I didn't really want to go down to a 6.1 inch screen but I think I could get over that.
The 7a is a good deal, but the cameras and everything else are a little better on the 7 than the 7a. The 7a's camera having more megapixels means nothing.
Just a couple quick points (and far be it for me to critique your videos because you do one awesome job and I absolutely love the humor you add in - VERY refreshing!)......that being said, your take on "basically" is well stated and definitely understood, but one thing is there IS a huge difference between a 6.1 and a 6.3 screen when certain people are holding a phone! I'm a "youthful" 68 year-old guy with smallish hands, and also dealing with a bit of arthritis! My (standard) Pixel 6 was a 6.4" display and even though it was not the largest, it was a bit cumbersome for me to use with one hand. I just acquired the (again, standard) Pixel 8 back in October with, I believe, a 6.2" size and it's like day and night! I know there are only a couple inches difference which makes them 'basically' the same but in real world usage, those two inches are huge! The other point is the screen display - I've seen the brightness on the Pixel 7a compared to the Pixel 7 and the 7 is much brighter and clearer in bright sunlight than the 7a...........my Pixel 8 peaks at 2,000 nits so it's a truly amazing screen in any outdoors lighting! "Basically", in my humble opinion, those couple points PLUS the other slight upgrades on the standard Pixel 7 make that device worth every single dollar in the $100.00 price difference!
I thoroughly enjoyed this review. You have an excellent speaking voice and I like your sense of humor! God has blessed you with these gifts - may they bring you joy and wealth.
This is a phone that is actually on my radar. When the pixel 8 comes out and I am due for an upgrade later this year, I will probably be getting of the pixel 7 phones. Gotta see if I can get that 7 pro though 👀
I prefer the aluminum frame and plastic back better than what Samsung and OP have done. I was able to get an open box pixel 7a for 390 at bestbuy, you could save if you look
Something about the consistency of Floss's style. It's comforting. Can I say that?! Lol😂 I know of one other RU-vid channel that's just as good but it's not tech. Thank you F Carter
Bro I was dying the entire video. Hahahahaha. Legit spent hours watching boring review videos of all the pixel phones… searched your name and this one popped up. Basically made up my mind 2 mins into the video. Big ups G. 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿
Awesome video floss! 1 saw you have a radar detector and idk about other people but "car guys" would love some more car tech like that. I'm running a uniden R8 and would love to know the floss factor on it (or the one you're running)
I'm interested to see what they do with the pixel 8 pro I bet you that's going to be a lot better hopefully they fix all the problems that nobody likes I've never owned one but I almost bought the 7 pro but I bought the 22 ultra instead
My thoughts on Ja: This was said by another former pro athlete, I forget who but it goes like this…”If you wanna live the hard life, you’re going to make life hard.” And that applies to everyone
I didn't think I'd ever say this but this orangey pink is killer. I want it. Might get one. Can't buy it in my country but will just order it somewhere else :D
Floss. U should do an entire video on tensor speech recognition n assistant typing/editing. U seem to be the only/few reviewers who really appreciate how amazing it is. It’s the reason I have a 6a. I’m primarily a 13 mini user. Form factor is paramount for me n 13 mini is lb for lb king, imo. Love or hate iOS/apple, can’t deny 13 mini technological achievement. Easier to put top specs n battery in big phone, not easy in small phone. However, ios is boring n pixel is intriguing. I’m rambling. I just heard u; So sorry to hear re ur moms passing. Peace, brother.
I love the Pixel phones! I've had the first Pixel XL, the Pixel 3a XL, the Pixel 4a 5G, the Pixel 6a and now the 7 Pro and I just have loved my whole experience🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
My Mrs will now fall asleep to your voice only second to David Attenborough. She talks along to 'it's your boy floss, back again with another video' and sings along to the white shoes song. She also know what tgh means and she hates my obsession with tech! I'd say that's a win
I'll upgrade on black Friday to 7a from a 5a. Pixels are the best for me. Definitely getting my money's worth. 128gb works just fine. I don't load my phones with movies or have a ton of apps
You're spot on flossy when he says the power button is not in the right place the charger not in the box no micro sd card slot for expandable memory things in the mobile phone world is going down hill rapidly but flossy wearing his Samsung watch 5 so there is hope shout out to flossy mixing up his watches thanks man
I’m getting my first google pixel phone I ever owned on Monday lol. I’m getting the pixel 6a in black and getting the google charcoal case as well and it’s on metro by T-Mobile
I waited for this for so long brother 😊, i never own a pixel but i know each one of them haha ..you know its really hard to get one here in the Philippines, until now im still using the realme x2 pro haha , its ok as long as i watch your videos, it's like owning one hahaha, , how i wish i got one, in my dreams haha, full support here brother keep safe as always
Condolences ro you and your family Floss 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿 Great in depth video testing everything we need as regular users required PS "This is a family show" 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
