As of last month, the Pixel 4a is no longer getting software updates, and will be missing out on Android 14.
It was a really great phone, mine still runs very well. It has a smooth, stock Android install, a headphone jack, and a perfectly positioned fingerprint scanner. My battery is still at 2/3 capacity compared to when I bought it 3 years ago.
Really wanted to try a custom ROM like Lineage, but it seems that Google Apps are a must for me. So, what should I replace my 4a with?
Currently leaning towards the Pixel 8 or 7a, especially with the rumor that Pixel 8 will have 7 years of software updates. Still, I will miss my headphone jack. But at least I’ll have quick software updates and call screening.
Edit: Pixel 4a did NOT receive the September 2023 security update, so it seems updates are definitely over.
Edit: I specifically need Google Pay since my university uses it instead of physical ID cards. Unfortunately, it has spotty support on custom ROMs, Id rather just get a new phone.
Since it sounds like you like the Pixels, probably wait for the 8 or 8a. The 4A will last for a while yet, unless there’s a really serious security hole that is discovered in the next few months.
The recent webp vulnerability is a bit concerning.
I might get the 8 next week. It’s supposed to be a little smaller.