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Affordable Recycled Smartphone Expansions

Google's Pixel 4a is Now Available to Canadian Consumers

— September 10, 2020 — Tech
Google is bringing the Pixel 4a to Canadian consumers, with the sleek recycled material smartphone now available online.

With similar specs to the Pixel 4, the Pixel 4a is a more affordable option that still incorporates all of the original phone's key features. This includes its impressive 12.2 MP dual-pixel camera, which features Google's Top Shot, Portrait and Night Modes to help users capture the perfect shot wherever they are. Like the Pixel 4, the 4a boasts 6 GB of RAM, and comes with 128 GB of storage space. A few key differences include the updated screen dimensions, and the inclusion of a transmissive hole that allows the screen to extend to the top of the phone without missing out on the front-facing camera. The 4a also brings back the traditional audio jack, and includes a thumbprint reader on the back.

Although similar to the Pixel 4, Google is able to offer the 4a at a more accessible price point due to the phone's hardware adjustments, with the company utilizing recycled materials to create its polycarbonate unibody. Consumers can pick theirs up on the Google Store, as well as from Bell, Rogers, TELUS, Freedom Mobile, Vidéotron and Best Buy.

Image Credit: Google
Trend Themes
1. Affordable Recycled Smartphones - There is an opportunity to create more affordable smartphones using recycled materials, which can appeal to cost-conscious consumers.
2. Sustainable Technology Devices - With the growing concern for sustainability, there is an opportunity to offer more technology devices made from eco-friendly materials.
3. Upgraded Specs for Affordable Phones - Affordable smartphone options with upgraded features offer a huge potential market for consumers looking for the latest technology without breaking the bank.
Industry Implications
1. Smartphone Manufacturing Industry - Smartphone manufacturers can capitalize on producing affordable phones that use recycled materials, which can lead to new markets and increased sales.
2. Consumer Electronics Industry - The consumer electronics industry can offer a wider range of technology devices made from eco-friendly materials, which can appeal to environmentally conscious consumers.
3. Online Retail Industry - Online retailers can take advantage of the growing market for affordable and sustainable technology devices by offering curated collections of products with these features.
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