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Apple search engine likely in development - Android Authority

Google is under antitrust investigation right now, and that could possibly lead to problems for Apple's iPhone experience.

According to a new report, there are multiple bits of info that strongly suggest an Apple search engine is in the works.
It is likely Apple is doing this to reduce its reliance on Google for web searches and other search functions.
Google is under an antitrust investigation at the moment, and that could have bad outcomes for Apple.

Over the past few years, there have been multiple rumors, leaks, and other info that suggests Apple is working on its own search engine. A recent report from Financial Times rounds up a lot of these details while also suggesting that Apples efforts in this realm are increasing. It is very likely Apple is fast-tracking a search product due to Googles current legal situation. The Big G is under investigation related to alleged antitrust violations which center on Google Search. If Google ends up needing to roll back its partnerships due to this investigation, Apple could be in trouble. Related: Google buyers guide: Everything you need to know about Google hardware As of now, the default search engine on Apple iPhones is Google. Allegedly, Google pays Apple up to $12 billion per year for that privilege. If Google cant do that anymore, an Apple search engine will be necessary, or else Apple could face user experience issues. The FT report summarizes the efforts Apple has already taken in the search realm. Its hired multiple people with work histories related to search engine development (including ex-Googlers) and has increased its job postings related to that same topic. FT also noticed a strong uptick in activity related to Applebot, a web crawler that aggregates massive amounts of internet data. Very recently, Apple changed the way searches work on iPhones. Now, the first results from web searches come from Apple, not Google. It appears this is only happening in iOS 14, though. As of now, its not clear if Apple is looking to actively take on Google in the search industry. That seems a foolhardy task, considering how other search engines can barely compete. However, if this antitrust suit falls outside of Googles favor, the search landscape could become quite different. Well need to take a wait-and-see approach. Ultimately, though, it appears an Apple search engine is happening, at least when it comes to iPhones.

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Report: Samsung Galaxy S30 will ditch bundled charger and earphones - Android Authority

After criticizing Apple, another report suggests Samsung could follow in the footsteps of the iPhone 12 maker.

A report from Korea suggests Samsung will follow Apple by ditching the charger from the Galaxy S30 series packaging.
It adds that Samsung wont include a pair of wired earphones in the box either.
The Galaxy S30 series is expected to launch in early 2021.

Reports from July pointed to Samsung ditching the bundled charger from its future smartphone packaging. Now, another report from the firms home country is substantiating this claim, suggesting that the Galaxy S30 may not arrive with a full box. ChosunBiz, citing industry insiders, suggests that Samsung will follow Apple by not only ditching the in-box charger but its bundled earphones, too. While the Galaxy S20 series included a 25W charger and a pair of USB-C AKG earphones, the Galaxy S30 series may just include a cable and a SIM eject tool. Despite its open criticism of Apples charger-less boxes, not including accessories with its phones makes financial sense for Samsung. Instead of dropping these components in the box for free, it can coax buyers to purchase its range of wireless earbuds and chargers if they so wish. Its done just that before, asking users to buy another $50 charger to activate the Galaxy S20 Ultras 45W charging mode. Not including these in-box goodies wont massively reduce Samsungs environmental impact. Although smaller boxes will cut down on shipping costs, like Apple, itll still have to produce chargers and earphones to sell to users who require replacements. Read more: The charger-less iPhone 12 isnt as eco-friendly as Apple wants you to think Its also likely that users will feel the real impact of the move. Android Authority readers arent thrilled by Apples decision to empty its phone boxes of accessories and we cant imagine the move would be appreciated by Samsung users. While Samsung wont be the first Android OEM to skip bundled earphones, wed expect its premium devices to be among the last. When buying a $1,000 smartphone, youd also expect the device to arrive with a full box of accessories, or at least cost a little less. Its unclear if Samsung would adjust the price of the Galaxy S30 series to offset the missing charger and earphones. Either way, well likely find out soon. The Galaxy S30 series is rumored for a January 2021 launch, much earlier than Samsungs previous S line.

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Wait, wasn't every OnePlus phone supposed to have a high refresh rate screen? - Android Authority

Remember when OnePlus said all future phones would offer Fluid Display tech? Did it just break this promise?

A OnePlus executive previously promised that all future OnePlus phones would have Fluid Display tech.
However, the OnePlus Nord N100 has a 60Hz LCD screen.
The company told Android Authority that the promise was in reference to flagship phones.

OnePlus is having a bumper year in terms of budget-focused devices. It launched its first mid-range phone in five years in the OnePlus Nord and its now followed up with two more budget phones, the OnePlus Nord N10 and N100. The OnePlus Nord N100 in particular is an interesting release for the company, as it offers a 60Hz LCD screen. This is noteworthy because OnePlus seemingly made a promise to offer high refresh rate screens on all its future phones back in September last year. From now on, all future OnePlus smartphones will come with the Fluid Display technology, former OnePlus executive Carl Pei was quoted as saying at the OnePlus 7T India launch. Does that mean the company broke its promise with the release of the OnePlus Nord N100? We asked OnePlus. Nord is a different product line and [the quote] from the OnePlus India launch was said in reference to our flagship devices, a company spokesperson told Android Authority. The OnePlus executive clearly didnt mention flagship when announcing that all future phones would offer Fluid Display tech though, and the Nord line wasnt around at the time of Peis statement. For what its worth, the executive noted at the time that Fluid Display was much more than just having a high refresh rate screen, saying that a great panel, performance, and animations also formed part of the technology. Nevertheless, this omission is a little perplexing because the Oppo A53, which seems to be the basis for the OnePlus Nord N100, offers a 90Hz refresh rate anyway. Its possible OnePlus decided against the higher refresh rate for performance or cost reasons, or because it wanted to further differentiate the Nord N10 from the cheaper phone. Next:The nine things we want to see from the OnePlus 9 series

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Facebook is the latest to jump into mobile cloud gaming - Android Authority

It doesn't intend to replace conventional gaming like Google Stadia does, however.

Facebook has launched cloud game streaming in its app and on the web.
The first titles are mobile games like Asphalt 9 and WWE SuperCard.
Facebook doesnt intend to rival Google Stadia or Amazon Luna, however.

Facebook cant entirely resist the allure of game streaming services like Google Stadia and Amazon Luna. Facebook has introduced a cloud gaming feature that lets you stream several mobile games through its Android app and the web without downloads or worries about performance. The initial catalog includes several recognizable but not necessarily blockbuster games, including the racer Asphalt 9: Legends, wrestling title WWE SuperCard, PGA Tour Golf Shootout, Mobile Legends: Adventure, and Solitaire: Arthurs Tale. More games will be available for streaming in the coming weeks, Facebook said, including Red Bulls Dirt Bike Unchained. Facebook added that it chose latency-tolerant games for its first proper foray into cloud gaming, but that you might still notice hiccups. It promised to ask for feedback and refine the feature over time. And in case youre wondering: Facebook doesnt see a viable path for iOS access, even over the web, due to Apples policies. Read more:What is cloud gaming? The service is rolling out in earnest across the US following early regional streaming, although the need for low latency will still limit just where you can play. Facebook game streaming will first be available in California, Texas, and states in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic like New York, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. Expansions will widen access in the coming months. Itll be easier to try games, too. On top of a redesigned Facebook Gaming web portal with easier discovery, the social network is debuting Cloud Playable Ads for Android and iOS users in the US. Similar to Google Play Instant or Apples App Clips, you can try a game without a download or even visiting an app store. Youll initially see demos from developers like Angry Birds Rovio, 2K, Gameloft and others. Unlike Amazon or Google, Facebook has no ambitions of replacing classic console or PC gaming with its cloud offering. This is strictly about adding a game streaming option on Facebook rather than replacing the usual experience. It doesnt intend to launch a dedicated service, and warns that streaming still has a way to go. Even so, its notable that Facebook is trying this in the first place it clearly wants to deliver more than simple web games.

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Samsung seems to be exploring a phone with a pop-out display - Android Authority

The purpose of the design is to make room for a speaker resonance chamber.

Samsung has filed a patent for a phone with a pop-out flexible display.
The purpose of the design is to make room for a speaker resonance chamber.

From Samsungs foldable phones and clamshells to extreme design anomalies like the Nubia Alpha, flexible displays have made for some pretty interesting and unique smartphone form factors of late. It seems were in for more design innovation in the future thanks to these bendy screens. A recently filed Samsung patent apparently imagines a smartphone with a flexible display that pops out of its chassis. The patent uncovered by LetGoDigital describes how Samsung wants to create a speaker resonance chamber inside a phone. It explains that the phone will consist of separate front and rear panels. The speakers, microphone/s, selfie camera, and other sensors will be sandwiched between the two panels. These components will be attached to the front panel and pop-out from the housing with the flexible screen. The purpose of this design is to create extra resonance space for the speakers inside the housing. This would help amplify the sound and make it louder, just like the effect created when you place your smartphone in an empty glass. We previously saw similar tech on the LG G7 ThinQ. Also read: The best Samsung phones you can buy right now According to patent documentation, Samsung mentions using a plastic polymer display similar to the one on the original Galaxy Fold. However, the company has since moved to ultra-thin glass tech for phones like the Galaxy Z Fold 2. If this design ever goes commercial, its entirely possible for Samsung to switch from a polymer screen to a glass display. Another notable design element in the patent is the use of a rectangular frame. This, as LetsGoDigital points out, is very similar to the new iPhones. Were already seeing Samsung adopt more flat-screen designs with phones like the Galaxy Note 20 and Galaxy S20 FE. Perhaps Samsung is planning to move away from rounded smartphone designs in the future. Before you get too excited by the prospect of such a smartphone from Samsung, know that this is just a patent application. Theres no guarantee that the company will ever commercialize this design. However, you can consider this a good example of how flexible displays might influence smartphone design in the future.

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Samsung Galaxy S30: Hot or not? (Poll) - Android Authority

You've seen the first renders, now tell us what you think.

Over the weekend, we got what are likely our first looks at the Galaxy S30 and Galaxy S30 Ultra when prominent leaker Steve Hemmerstoffer shared renders of the two phones. The images suggest Samsung has gone with a new camera bump design that makes it look like the component is recessed into the back of the phone. In the case of the S30 Ultra, Samsung has also gone back to a slight screen curve. Now that youve had a chance to see the images, what do you think about Samsungs new design? Does the tweaked camera bump make for a better-looking phone? As always, let us know what you think by voting in the attached poll and sharing your thoughts in the comment section. Well feature the best comments in a subsequent article. Well likely see more of the S30 and S30 Ultra sooner than you might think. There have been reports from various publications suggesting Samsung will announce the S30 series either in late January or early February. See also: The best Samsung phones you can buy right now

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The Galaxy S30 in January 2021 seems real, and more tech news today - Android Authority

Expect the next Galaxy S flagship to be announced in Jan 2021 but with huge camera bump, plus more tech news you need to know!

Your tech news digest, by way of the DGiT Daily tech newsletter, for Monday, 19 October 2020. The next major Samsung Galaxy S series phone doesnt have a concrete name yet. Its likely to be the Samsung Galaxy S30 series, but its possible Samsung will go with S21, and align with calendar years? We dont know, yet. But that is probably the least interesting thing about Samsungs next major flagship release, and for now just calling it the S30 is where well sit. What is happening is more surprising:

The S30 may be released in January 2021.
And a reliable leaker, whos been spot on with the Galaxy S series recently, has shown off the base S30 and the top-spec S30 Ultra.

January?

Last year, Samsung announced the S20 series on February 11, with the phones going on sale in March, quite a bit later.
A January announcement therefore is a jump but not a leap as such. Ideally, the phone would be on sale much quicker too.
Theres some weight to the reports, first tabled by Korean media publications. They cite reasoning as Samsung attempting to take advantage of Huaweis absence, as Huawei struggles to get access to silicon which is hobbling their smartphone releases.
Android Central then doubled down by reporting a confirmed January release over the weekend, noting its the closest release to an iPhone launch ever.
So, bank on a January 2021 launch release TBA!

Renders:

By late November 2019, leaks of the Galaxy S20 (then dubbed the S11) were appearing from OnLeaks, and while those early camera arrays werent too accurate, the design, shape, and sizing were on point.
Now, in mid-October, OnLeaks is back at it again.
Reliable leaker Steve Hemmerstoffer has released video renders of the S30 Ultra and the base S30, showing similar design language to the S20 series, and now with an even bigger camera module on the back.

Heres the standard S30 first: And heres the S30 Ultra, in a helpful spinning gif:

The camera bump, should it be accurate, is starting to become unwieldy. Its the same for the iPhone but the unbalanced nature just isnt great. I personally dont care too much, given cases are basically essential on a new phone these days anyway and that reduces any problem.
While there are no details on internal specs and hardware, we do have some numbers.
According to Hemmerstoffer, the Galaxy S30 base or standard model will have a 6.2-inch flat screen, with a hole-punch front-facing camera.
The S30 Ultra has the expected larger screen, with a curve, listed as roughly between 6.7 and 6.9 inches.
The Ultra also appears to have four camera sensors, with some leaks suggesting two zoom lenses, plus wide and ultra-wide sensors.
Back to internal specs: itd only be a surprise if the Galaxy S30 series didnt pack the Qualcomm Snapdragon 875 chipset.
Samsung has a history of introducing the latest Qualcomm flagship into the Galaxy S series, and there arent any credible rumors to suggest that wont happen again in 2021.
One of the biggest wins with the Snapdragon 875 over the 865 is the expected integrated 5G modem (likely the X60 modem, still largely unknown).
Just integrating the modem alone will help with smartphone internal designs, and battery life should be better too.
It could make the S30 series take a big enough jump over the S20 series to be a super worthwhile new smartphone release.

Buds 2: The other detail emerging is that the S30/S21 release will also see new earbuds, in the Galaxy Buds 2. Not much else to report on them for now. 2. Xiaomi is working on 80W wireless charging, which is pretty significant if its efficient (Android Authority). 3. Redmis boss wants to be like Apple and release a mini smartphone, but claims battery life sacrifice is too much (Android Authority). 4. Extensive Huawei Mate 40 Pro leak gives us just about everything there is to know (Android Authority). 5. Why arent we using NFC to its fullest potential? (Android Authority). 6. Pretty devastating Surface Duo review: The Surface Duo isnt good at anything, while still bringing a lot of the cost and complication of a foldable smartphone (Ars Technica). 7. The Citizen Browser Project: 1,200 Americans are to be paid to install a custom web browser which will audit how Facebook and YouTubes algorithms influence the spread of information, and misinformation 8. Japan to join forces with US, Europe in regulating Big Tech firms: antitrust watchdog head (Reuters). 9. From everyone doing Marie Kondo to The Comforts of Clutter: Objects saved and accumulated can be a balm for uncertain times (NY Times). 10. Japanese theme park lets you work from a Ferris wheel. Including uncomfortable looking image! (CNET). 11. You can get up close to this CoronavirusIts made of glass (Wired). 12. Computer scientists break the Traveling Salesperson record by a tiny amount with big implications (Wired). Enjoyable quote: The traveling salesperson problem isnt a problem, its an addiction 13. NASA is set to land on asteroid Bennu tomorrow, with the touch-and-go- sample collection happening at around 3:12 pm. More details here! (NASA). 14. A disturbing Twinkie that has, so far, defied science (npr.org) The DGiT Daily delivers a daily email that keeps you ahead of the curve for all tech news, opinions, and links to whats going down in the planets most important field. You get all the context and insight you need, and all with a touch of fun. Plus! Rotating daily fun for each day of the week, like Wednesday Weirdness. Join in!

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Samsung mocks Apple's lack of charger, but how long until it backpedals? - Android Authority

Samsung previously mocked Apple's lack of a 3.5mm port in videos, only to delete said clips when it dropped the port too.

A Samsung Facebook page has mocked Apple for dropping the charger from the iPhone box.
Samsung previously poked fun at Apple for dropping the 3.5mm port, only to do this as well.

Apple held its iPhone 12 series launch earlier this week, where it made another polarizing decision by dropping the charger from its iPhone boxes. Furthermore, those wanting a charger nonetheless will need to spend $20 extra. Samsung has latched onto this move on its Caribbean Facebook page, mocking Apple for dropping the charger from the box. Check out a screenshot of the post below. Its interesting that the company chose to mock Apple for a decision when this tactic backfired in a massive way before. More specifically, Samsung previously posted videos mocking the iPhones lack of a headphone port, only to ditch the port themselves a couple of years later with the Galaxy Note 10 series. Samsung then deleted said videos, ostensibly to avoid looking like hypocrites. But third-party users managed to save and upload these clips anyway. So how long it will take for the Korean manufacturer to drop chargers from their phone boxes and pretend this latest social media post never happened? Well, Koreas ET News reported earlier this year that Samsung was already discussing the idea of dropping the charger from some phones in 2021. In other words, we fully expect the company to quietly delete this latest post if or when it does the same with its own phones. Samsung isnt the only company to poke fun at Apple for dropping chargers from the box, as Xiaomi did the same on Twitter (see screenshot above). Its rather interesting that Xiaomi would say it doesnt leave anything out of the box when its been dropping earphones from the box for years now in whats likely been a cost-saving measure. Do you think Samsung will drop the in-box charger from future smartphones? Take our poll below or leave a comment!

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Samsung explores a Xiaomi-like dual folding phone design - Android Authority

You could even use it like a laptop.

Samsung has applied for a patent on a Xiaomi-style dual folding phone design.
It could serve as a laptop while remaining small enough to carry all the time.
Its not certain Samsung will use this in a shipping product.

Samsungs ambitions in folding phones could extend well beyond the tablet-like Galaxy Z Fold 2 or the Galaxy Z Flip clamshell. LetsGoDigital has discovered a recently published Samsung patent application in South Korea for a dual folding phone reminiscent of Xiaomis efforts. Although the exact mechanisms would change, the basic concept would remain the same as with Xiaomi: youd have one expansive display where both ends could fold around to improve portability or add functionality. Samsung envisions using the phone like a laptop (albeit a small one) that you could fold up to carry around possibly in your pocket. Read more:The best foldable phones Patents dont necessarily reflect product plans, and its not certain if Samsung is seriously considering a dual folding phone like this. The company originally applied for the patent in 2018, and Samsungs foldable strategy has changed between then and now. If theres ever a production double fold design, it might be significantly different from what you see here. It might be a challenge to build. Companies like have experimented with touch-driven laptop-like designs that usually havent fared well, such as Lenovos Yoga Book. A folding screen might change the equation, but its far from a guaranteed hit. Even more phone-like offerings akin to the Surface Duo have struggled. Still, the application shows that Samsung has been exploring a variety of foldable designs that could be useful beyond typical phone purposes. Thats not completely shocking. Bendable screens could not only help Samsungs mobile and display divisions stand out, but open the possibility for crossover devices that could grab buyers from other device categories.

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Google Pixel 4a 5G alternatives: iPhone SE, OnePlus Nord, and more - Android Authority

If you like a lot about the phone but not enough to buy it, here are some Pixel 4a 5G alternatives that might work better.

In September 2020, Google officially launched the Google Pixel 4a 5G. As its name implies, its a 5G-powered variant of the Google Pixel 4a, which launched earlier in August. You might like the Pixel 4a 5G quite a bit, but there might be things that dont excite you. Thats where these Google Pixel 4a 5G alternatives come in! See also:Everything you need to know about Google hardware Below, youll find six other phones that deliver a similar experience at similar price points. Granted, some of these handsets will be more expensive, but others will actually be cheaper. With phones in this price range, you really need to factor out which features are the most important to you and then use that as your guide for your decision. Without further ado, here are the best Google Pixel 4a 5G alternatives you can currently find! 1. Google Pixel 5

Many more premium features with a similar design
$200 more expensive
Available unlocked and on many US carriers

The Google Pixel 5 is the most obvious choice from the various Google Pixel 4a 5G alternatives. The Pixel 5 has a very similar design and shares a lot of the same specs, including 5G support. It even launched on the same day! However, the Pixel 5 offers a few notable upgrades over the Pixel 4a 5G. It has a 90Hz display refresh rate, which allows for a much smoother experience when scrolling around apps. The Pixel 5 also has an IP68 certification protecting it from water and dust. It has wireless charging, reverse wireless charging, an upgraded camera system, a bigger battery, and more RAM. Related: Google Pixel 5 vs Pixel 4a 5G vs Pixel 4a: Which should you buy? Essentially, if you like the Pixel 4a 5G but its just not as powerful and feature-rich as you would want, the Pixel 5 is the obvious next-best-choice. It looks similar, it has the same software, and it will deliver a terrific camera experience. Of course, all those extra perks come at a premium. The Pixel 5 starts at $699, which is $200 more than the Google Pixel 4a 5G. Keep in mind, though, that $700 is still much, much cheaper than the big-time flagships of the year, which come in at around $1,000 or sometimes more. 2. Google Pixel 4a

Fewer features but a similar design and software experience
$150 cheaper
A wide range of availability in all countries, including India

If your main issue with the Pixel 4a 5G is that its too expensive, then the vanilla Google Pixel 4a is something you should check out. Its the cheapest phone by far on this list of Google Pixel 4a 5G alternatives. The Pixel 4a is a foil to the Pixel 5. Where the Pixel 5 increases the price by adding in more features, the Pixel 4a decreases the price by removing them. For example, the Pixel 4a only has one camera lens on the back, is physically smaller with a smaller battery, and has a weaker processor. Related: Google Pixel 4a review: Googles best phone in years With the Pixel 4a, youll also lose out on 5G support. While 5G connectivity might not be super important right now, the lack of compatibility makes this phone less future-proof. Of course, the loss of those features drops the price significantly by about 30%. The Pixel 4a 5G is $499, while the Pixel 4a is only $349. Thats a huge difference that could sway the budget-conscious buyer. The bottom line here is that if you want a terrific smartphone experience for as little money as possible, you want the Pixel 4a. 3. Samsung Galaxy A71 5G

Some upgrades (and some downgrades) inside a very Samsung design
$100 more expensive, but it has frequent discounts
Available pretty much everywhere

Moving away from Pixel phones, one of the best Google Pixel 4a 5G alternatives is the Samsung Galaxy A71 5G. This is the current top-of-the-line mid-range phone from Samsung. If you go any more premium than this, you enter into Galaxy S territory. The Galaxy A71 5G is a very different phone from the Pixel 4a 5G. Most notably, its bigger, heavier, and has twice as many rear cameras as the Pixel 4a 5G. However, its not necessarily more powerful. Its Exynos chipset probably wont match the Snapdragon 765G on the Pixel phone. In our review of the Galaxy phone, we felt its performance was slightly lacking for a device in its price range. Related: Samsung phones buyers guide: Everything you need to know That being said, there are some notable perks to the Galaxy A71 5G. It has a MicroSD slot for expandable storage, an in-display fingerprint sensor, and a much bigger battery that charges at a faster rate. It also features a unique two-tone design that might be cool enough to sway your vote. The MSRP for the Galaxy A71 5G is $599, or $100 more than that Pixel 4a 5G. However, it is very easy to find deals that knock that price down to match the Pixel 4a 5G. This one is absolutely worth a look for the Pixel 4a 5G shopper! 4. Motorola One 5G

A very similar phone but with a lower-quality display
$55 cheaper
Worldwide availability, but only available on AT&T in the US at the moment

The Motorola One 5G is the latest 5G-capable phone from the brand. Its also the cheapest 5G-capable Android smartphone in the United States as of this moment. In other words, if all you care about is 5G connectivity, then you can save a bit of cash by buying this one rather than any of the other Google Pixel 4a 5G alternatives on this list. Of course, the Motorola One 5G has some other interesting features that arent related to 5G. For starters, it has a dual-lens selfie camera, which is pretty nifty. It also has a MicroSD card slot, a quad-lens camera on the rear, an enormous 5,000mAh battery, and a display with a 90Hz refresh rate. Related: Refresh rate explained: What does 60Hz, 90Hz, and 120Hz mean? Unfortunately, that display is LCD instead of OLED, which makes it of lesser overall quality. It also has less RAM and a slower charging speed than the Pixel 4a 5G. The bottom line for this phone is that youll be saving a little bit of cash by making some fairly significant trade-offs. Youll still get 5G support and a few perks compared to the Pixel 4a 5G, but there are reasons Motorola is only charging $445 for it. You should also note that this phone is currently only available from AT&T. That will change eventually, but for now, it remains an exclusive. 5. OnePlus Nord

Equal or better specs across the board
Less expensive
Only available in certain countries, and the US isnt one of them

Last but certainly not least, we have the OnePlus Nord. Currently, this is the only phone on this list of Google Pixel 4a 5G alternatives that is not available in the United States. There are rumors that a variation of the Nord will make its way to the US this year, but there is no confirmation as of yet. If you live in a supported area of the world, though, the Nord is absolutely worth checking out. It offers pretty much every spec the Pixel 4a 5G sports but adds a little more. For example, it has a 90Hz display refresh rate, more RAM, more rear cameras, an extra front camera, a bigger battery, faster charging speeds, and an in-display fingerprint sensor. Whew! Related: OnePlus Nord review: Get it for Oxygen OS and its value Whats more, the OnePlus Nord is actually less expensive in many countries when compared to the Pixel 4a 5G. In the United Kingdom, the Pixel 4a 5G is £499 while the Nord is £379. Thats huge! Of course, there are some drawbacks to the OnePlus Nord. It wont feature the Pixel software experience, including those ultra-fast security updates. The Nord also wont have the Pixel camera experience (more lenses dont always mean better photos). It will, however, offer a lot of the same specs at a lower price, which is significant. 6. iPhone SE (2020)

Mostly lower-quality specs and no 5G, but a much faster processor
$100 cheaper
Available pretty much everywhere

Obviously, because this is an iOS device, a lot of our readers might not even consider it. However, if youre the kind of buyer who isnt loyal to a particular operating system, the iPhone SE is definitely one of the best Google Pixel 4a 5G alternatives out there. Essentially, the iPhone SE is the iOS version of the Google Pixel 4a. It offers some of the most basic aspects of its more expensive flagship brothers while cutting a ton of corners to keep the price down. Related: Apple iPhone SE review: Whats old is new again Where the iPhone SE one-ups the Pixel 4a (and the Pixel 4a 5G, and even the Pixel 5) is with the processor. The iPhone SE houses the same A13 processor that powered the iPhone 11 series. That makes the phone ridiculously overpowered. In brief, your experience using this device will be nothing short of flawless. Of course, youll be giving up a lot if you choose this one over the Pixel 4a 5G. You wont get 5G connectivity, and youll get less RAM, less internal storage, and a much, much smaller display in a dated-looking chassis. You also wont get Android, obviously. Still, the iPhone SE is one of the best bang-for-your-buck phones launched in 2020 and it is worth your consideration. Those are the best Google Pixel 4a 5G alternatives we know about. Be sure to bookmark this page, though, as other phones could launch this year that might make the list!

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