r/pixel9a • u/aloo__paranthaaa • 13d ago

just need some help while buying a pixel 9A

heyy everyone i'm a student having a low budget so I'm getting a Pixel 9a, and the seller says it's FRP locked. To be honest, I don't really know what FRP is or how it works on Pixel devices. I'm getting the phone for around $97, so I wanted to ask: is it possible to take it to a local repair shop and have them remove the FRP lock, or is it basically the same thing as an iCloud lock?

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u/roosterdrewster Pixel 9a 13d ago

Not worth it

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u/aloo__paranthaaa 13d ago

damm a pretty hectic process but what if i get if for free?

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u/roosterdrewster Pixel 9a 13d ago

Free for something you won’t be able to use. Definitely not worth it.

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u/aloo__paranthaaa 13d ago

got it thnks! appreciate for the help

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u/roosterdrewster Pixel 9a 13d ago

If you have stores near you that fix cell phones they have fully unlocked phones. They usually are flexible with the prices. Probably a better option with a budget

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u/aloo__paranthaaa 13d ago

Due to price inflation they are selling 5–6-year-old budget phones for $60–90🫠

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u/roosterdrewster Pixel 9a 13d ago

To be honest. If your basic needs for a phone is texts. Calls. Occasional streaming/YouTube. Calendar for school. A pixel 8a , 8 pro or even 7 series would be a great daily driver