Pixel 9a

Cyrus

this still going folks, my wifes pixel 7 battery is fading a bit now, looks like she would get 295 all in for it so cheap enough upgrade.

Esse85

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/123468289#Comment_123468289

Don't you get €200 anyway. So €42 for this particular phone, but the website says they'll give you €57 for this model, plus the €200

R11

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/123468289#Comment_123468289

I've a 6a that I'm thinking of switching.

So just to summarise the whole thread.....I go into a VF store with my 6a, I ask to trade in my 6a for a 9a. They run a few tests,accept the trade in. I walk out with a 9a for 157.99......with no pressure to switch to Vodafone network or buy top up credit? So I don't need to get a cheap SIM card?

Flinty997

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/123468401#Comment_123468401

Exactly if they have it in stock.

Flinty997

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wiresandmore

got a 9a in Blackrock - 182 net after trading an old Samsung A22

Sappy404

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/123468525#Comment_123468525

Thanks for this. Looks like there's a significant payout (~$450) if my phone is affected.

Silent Running

I have a pixel 7a and ran it through the checker on that Google link. They say I'm eligible for $456 or euro equivalent. I only paid €200 for it two years ago. If I get a payment for the 7a, I wonder if I can then trade it in to Vodafone for 200+ against a 9a. 😁 The 7a is fine with no swelling that I can see and the battery life seems fine too..

wassie

Possibly according to the FAQ:

What happens to my Pixel 7a after I take the payment or Google hardware discount code appeasement offer? Can I still use it?

…You will not be required to return your device.

Massive win if you are eligible.

JTMan

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/123468607#Comment_123468607

I went through the check too and I was also told that I am eligible for 456 USD. But I was told that it will take up to 3 weeks for an agent to check my case. By coincidence, my Pixel 9A screen is cracked, so this is perfect timing. If the agent approves my payment, I will take the 456 USD and buy the Pixel 9A. But I bet there will be hassle in getting the payment.

Flinty997

Sorry I didn't intent detailing the thread from the 9a. Perhaps you could make a new thread on the 7a.

td2008

I got my pixel 7a refund today. Applied april 28th

wassie

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/123468027#Comment_123468027

The 4a was released 5 years ago. It is arguable that early A series werent as durable as competitors. But The 9a would reflect generational advancements Google's evolution of the A series. The hardware is completely different in nearly all respects.

I would say the 9a is also able to stand more punishment. It has IP68 rating (dust-tight and water-resistant to 1.5m/30mins) whereas 4A had no rating. 9A also has a composite matte back, along with the metal frame (less prone to flexing) which was introduced in the 7A series. 4A only had a polycarb body.

The one spec that seems to be the same is the Corning Gorilla Glass 3. Its proven to be a great product, but its old tech now considering it was released in 2013. Obviously it was selected to help keep pricing down.

R11

Those of you who got the VF trade in deal.....did you have to bring in a charger and cable with the phone? Or did they accept just the phone itself?

con747

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/123469181#Comment_123469181

Phone on its own for me.

Flinty997

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/123469184#Comment_123469184

Same here. Just the phone.

AlmightyCushion

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/123469181#Comment_123469181

I brought it with me but they never asked for it. I did get offered less than was on the website (only €8 less). I wonder is it because I didn't give the charger and cable in.