
Ryan Haines / Android Authority
Consumer electronics are getting more expensive. From PCs to smartphones to game consoles, AI-induced component shortages have us all paying more for tech, and with global events once again constraining supply chains, the cost of those goods doesn’t seem likely to come down soon.
Given the givens, you might be looking to save a buck on your next phone. In that case, I’ve got a recommendation for you: consider picking up a refurbished Pixel 8a. Google’s been selling…

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