Google Pixel 7a

rizzee · 12-06-2023 09:02AM

I can't even take a photo now without the camera app shutting down, very frustrating.

cunnifferous · 12-06-2023 12:24PM

Did you not sell yours rizee? I'll take it off you for a good price since it's not working properly :)

rizzee · 12-06-2023 12:45PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120704940#Comment_120704940

Ha, I'm sure you would!

Red Silurian · 13-06-2023 09:24AM

Can anybody confirm if wifi calling or VOLTE work with this phone?

rizzee · 13-06-2023 10:30AM

Yep, Wi-Fi calling works fine (with Vodafone anyway)

CantGetNoSleep · 19-06-2023 11:11AM

Does anyone know how the esim feature works on this phone? Can I use it as I use a dual-sim phone, i.e. have two sims running at any one time and be able to receive a call / send an sms from either? I would have my main sim as an esim and then a second for travelling etc?

wassie · 19-06-2023 08:55PM

Yes - but the network must support it. At the moment only Vodafonesupport esim. You can select a default sim for texts and calls (they can be different). You can also set it to ask everytime.

I have used a local irish physical sim and overseas esim for years since the Pixel 3a.

Do a search on youtube - plenty of vids to explain setup & operation.

CantGetNoSleep · 20-06-2023 08:50AM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120737026#Comment_120737026

Thanks. Now I just need a deal

wassie · 11-07-2023 08:08AM

Amazon Prime day sale at the moment - Pixel 7a + 30W Google charger for £399 (~€466)

Google Store - Pixel 7a only €454

illumin · 18-07-2023 09:17AM

I've installed android 14 beta and am getting much improved battery life, cant see any other changes.

Redsoxfan · 19-07-2023 04:31PM

Anyone else face this issue?

When trying to Hotspot a WiFi connection, your own WiFi connection is turned off.

This doesn't happen with the Pixel 7 Pro and doesn't seem to have been an issue for previous Pixel A variants.

Hopefully a software issue and not hardware.

Raoul Duke · 19-07-2023 06:22PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120871683#Comment_120871683

Yeah, just tried it and the WiFi logo immediately disappeared.

machiavellianme · 20-08-2023 06:45PM

So is the 7a on 3 prepay for 399 currently the best deal available on PAYG? I'm assuming it's unlocked and the sim can be swapped out.

celtic_oz · 21-08-2023 11:10AM

experiencing constant bluetooth issues with Tesla ( model Y) PIA!

wingnut · 09-10-2023 02:01AM

Anyone get this on three know if it is network locked or not?

wingnut · 12-10-2023 08:38AM

Please please please anyone get this on three tell me if it is locked or not hoping to pick one up today.

Explosive_Cornflake · 12-10-2023 02:13PM

I don't think google phones are ever locked.

McHonda · 14-10-2023 08:31AM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121227064#Comment_121227064

Hi @wingnut did you pick one up after and was it unlocked? Hoping to pick one up for my Dad today

wingnut · 14-10-2023 11:58AM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121235977#Comment_121235977

Yes and Yes, picked one up Friday. Told them it was a gift for someone on three (because some times they try and convince you it is locked). I did have to buy sim card for €15 but still a good saving. Sold my pixel 6 to CEX for €200, much prefer the smaller size of the 7A. Had planned on buying an 8 but I think they are asking too much for it.

Used with gomo sim. No issues so far!

McHonda · 14-10-2023 03:07PM

Great! Thanks for letting me know. Job for me tomorrow!

CantGetNoSleep · 03-11-2023 01:09PM

25% off in the US for Black Friday

Lord Spence · 07-11-2023 11:12AM

€150 off if you switch to vodafone on PAYG so down to €349 if you have a spare sim lying around you can just used that, just used an old lyca sim from 2019 and it worked fine, phone arrived last Friday.

CantGetNoSleep · 11-11-2023 08:01PM

Down to 299 on Three. That is the cheapest I have ever seen it, and wife's Christmas present sorted

MyPeopleDrankTheSoup · 21-11-2023 11:49AM

I picked it up from Three for 300 and arrived last week. The battery is abysmal from the first day, from my perception anyway. I wonder is there tests I can do before I return it. That could be a balls trying to return to three. Also charges really slowly compared to my pixel 4a.

wassie · 21-11-2023 03:06PM

The 7a battery is 40% bigger than the 4a to begin with and it will charge to 50% in 30 mins on a high powered charger. Google charging profile also slows as it nearers 100% to preserve battery health, which is important given these phones will be receiving guaranteed firmware updates until May 2026 (and probably longer). Generally, there's a tradeoff between rapid charging vs battery life.

MyPeopleDrankTheSoup · 23-11-2023 09:56AM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121395414#Comment_121395414

From reading online, it's just a display bug. The battery is never actually that bad. Like you could be 6 hours on 1%, or say the say. Fix was to turn off at 20% and/or update to android14. I did both and one of them fixed it cos battery is great now, what you'd expect from a new phone. 60% after a full day of use when I'm going to bed.

larchielads · 25-11-2023 08:53PM

Can someone on 3 walk in and buy it for 299?

CantGetNoSleep · 27-11-2023 09:01AM

Anyone recommend a case and screen protector? Ideally a light coloured case as it is for the wife and I want our phones to look different

micks_address · 12-12-2023 02:26PM

hi folks,

i ordered one of these as an xmas present and it arrived today and the box was damp and the phone felt cold (package got wet in transit) - it boots up fine but im wondering should i return it? i guess it will have warranty anyway if issues happen - im not sure id have it back in time for the xmas present window if i return now

Cheers,

Mick

whowantstwoknow · 22-12-2023 12:48AM

Are the pixel's unlocked on 3 say like vodafone?

Google Pixel 7a

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