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GOOGLE’S REVOLUTIONARY TENSOR CHIP Powered by the same proprietary Tensor chip as the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro, the Google Pixel 6a is incredibly fast and responsive and will adapt to your needs. Google’s Tensor chipset is a next level CPU that uses machine learning to deliver smarter camera functionality (or ‘computational photography’ to those in the know), more accurate speech-to-text transcription, and enables language translation in real time. The result is a faster phone than its competitors powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon765G chip.

Google brings the flagship camera features and processing power of the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro to a mid range Android smartphone. Meet the speedy, smart and secure Google Pixel 6a. Words Bec Summer Magic happens PIXEL PERFECT

course – and is designed to conserve power by learning which apps you most frequently use, and shutting down the ones you don’t. The Extreme Battery Saver can extend life for up to 72 hours, which is great news for binge streamers. A full charge from empty is delivered in around two hours – a USB-C cable is included with purchase, but the actual charger is sold separately. There’s also a Quick Switch Adaptor in the box for transferring data from your old phone with a minimum of fuss. Safe and secure Google’s Tensor security core and Titan M2 chip work in tandem to protect your sensitive data by adding an extra layer of hardware security, making the 6a one of the most secure Pixel phones to date. Fingerprint unlocking further guards against unwanted snooping, and you get five years of security updates. The phone is also protected from dust and splashes, with an IP67 rating.

A multilingual marvel The perfect companion for the world traveller and those awkward moments when language is a barrier, the innovative Pixel 6a ensures things don’t get lost in translation. Live Translate facilitates message chat and face-to-face conversations in

Accessible via the Google Photos app, Magic Eraser is a cool photography tool that will scrub out unwanted photobombers and cameos, or intruding objects and elements that ruin a shot. It will also automatically suggest objects to remove, or you can manually circle the intruder and delete it with a tap. Moreover, colour and brightness can be adjusted to seamlessly blend chosen objects into the surroundings. Shoot like a pro The dual rear 12.2MP cameras feature a wide and ultra-wide lens to keep everything in the picture – and you can shoot 4K video at up to 60fps. The 8MP front camera has you covered for selfies and video calls, including vocal isolation that cuts out background noise. Capturing the twinkling lights of a cityscape or a galaxy of stars overhead with exceptional clarity is no longer a photographic challenge with Night Sight, and portraits shot in low light will display more vibrancy, too. Additional tools to further finesse your shots include the ability to unblur faces to sharpen features (that also works for motion shots), and capture skin tone nuances for a more authentic look.

11 languages. And to translate signs, simply point the camera and all will be revealed, with up to 55 languages supported. It’s an ingenious feature that will prove indispensable when abroad! The power to adapt The intuitive and adaptive battery delivers over 24 hours of juice – depending on daily use, of

Processor: Google Tensor OS: Android Display: 6.1” FHD + OLED Refresh rate: 60Hz Storage: 128GB + 6GB RAM Cameras: 12.2MP wide + ultra wide rear/8MP front Video recording: 4K @ up to 60fps Network compatibility: 5G Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, USB-C 3.1 Colour: Sage, Chalk, Charcoal AT A GLANCE

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