#pixel-9a

#pixel-9a

Our top smartphone recommendation for most people, the Google Pixel 9a (9/10, WIRED Recommends), is a steal at $349. You get all the accoutrements you'd want in a phone, from wireless charging and a reliable dual-camera system to solid day-long battery life and excellent performance for the money. Google also promises seven years of software support, which is unmatched at this price,

Right now, the Google Pixel 9a is on sale for Black Friday at Amazon for just $349, a 30% discount off the regular price that makes this Android phone one of the most well-rounded devices under $500 that you can get. Also: The best Black Friday deals live now With built-in AI, an all-day battery, and the durability you expect from an Android, you get seven years of OS and security updates and the flexibility to work with Google Fi, Verizon, T-Mobile, AT&T,

If you're in the market for a cheap Android device, it currently doesn't get any better than the Pixel 9A. The budget-friendly handset offers a 6.3-inch OLED screen that's noticeably brighter than its predecessor, making it easier to see in direct sunlight. It also now carries a robust IP68 rating, so you don't have to panic over dropping it in water or dirt. And while its wireless charging isn't the fastest at up to 7.5W, it's a feature you don't always see at this price point.

If you're looking for a quick easy answer, it's the Pixel 9a. Released last spring, between the Pixel 9 and 10 generations, the 9a is Google's "entry-level" phonebut it's still got excellent battery life that will last you most days from the moment you get up until bedtime. All the while you'll be looking at an OLED screen and taking stunning pictures with its 48 megapixel camera. Even compared to the most popular alternatives from Nothing and OnePlus, the Pixel 9a undercuts them on price. But there's nothing budget about it.