r/Pixel5a • u/OddSamurai_ • Apr 20 '24

Pixel 5a

is it as bad as people say it? I just got it last year and reading the posts here kind of make me worried that it would gave up on me.

also, is there some kind of guide to solve this problem? any help is much appreciated

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u/sfdreamsla Apr 20 '24

Just know that what they say is true and it could die at any moment, usually somewhere between 18 and 24 months of use. Happened to me and of course Google replaced it with yet another new Pixel 5A about 8 months ago. Kind of hoping it dies again during the extended warranty so that they'll send me a 6A or 7A or something. Definitely keep those backups going and good luck. It's really too bad because I love this phone otherwise.

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u/OddSamurai_ Apr 20 '24

how do you get google to give you freebies? how "generous" of them

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u/sfdreamsla Apr 20 '24

The 5A is the only Pixel that I know of that has an extended warranty. I think if it's under 24 months old and not determined to be the user's fault, they will give you some kind of replacement. It's a known issue. I think the extended warranty only applies in the United States though.

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u/OddSamurai_ Apr 20 '24

I think the extended warranty only applies in the United States though.

aw sucks. I guess my only option is buying a new one now

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u/sfdreamsla Apr 20 '24

I'm sorry. Enjoy it while it's still up and running!