Google’s I/O conference has traditionally focused on software, but the big announcements at the 2023 event were all about hardware.
The all-new Pixel Fold and Pixel Tablet have been joined by an upgraded Pixel 7a, the latest iteration of Google’s competitive mid-range phone. As our 9/10 review shows, it strikes a very good balance between high-end features and affordability, although there is a slight price hike from last year.
With the Pixel 7a on sale now, here’s everything you need to know about buying one in the US and UK.
When did the Google Pixel 7a go on sale?
The Pixel 7a was officially announced during Google’s I/O keynote on May 10, 2023.
Unlike most phones, there was no pre-order phase, so it went on sale immediately. You can buy one now.
How much does the Google Pixel 7a cost?
Google has simplified things when it comes to Pixel 7a pricing. There’s only one model, with 8GB of 128GB, which costs $499/£449.
For context, that’s a $50/£50 jump over the Pixel 6a from 2022, but the new model’s upgrades are well worth it for many people.
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Where to buy the Google Pixel 7a in the US
There are already several retailers selling the Pixel 7a in the United States. Here are your SIM-free options:
Under contract, head to the following:
- T-Mobile – full phone price refunded via bill credits during a 24-month contract (must pay sales tax)
- AT&T
- Verizon – full price of phone refunded via bill credits during 36 month contract (unlimited plans only), Pixel Buds A at half price
Where to buy the Google Pixel 7a in the UK
In the UK, here’s where to buy the SIM-free phone:
Under contract, all plans include free Pixel Buds A:
- EE – from £39 per month with £20 upfront
- O2 – from £22.64 per month with £30 upfront, free subscription (3 months of Disney+ on cheapest plan)
- Vodafone – from £29 per month with £19 upfront
- iD Mobile (uses the Three network) – from £22.99 per month with no upfront cost
- Mobile Phones Direct – from £22 a month with £19 upfront, Vodafone, O2 and Three available
- Mobiles.co.uk – from £20.99 per month with £39 upfront, Vodafone and iD Mobile available
The Pixel 7a is not available through Three at the time of writing, but the network does offer other recent Pixel phones. We may see it added at a later date.
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