It’s been almost a year and a half since the Google Pixel 3 landed. But despite a newer model being released late last year, the 3 is still a solid handset that you can now get for under $800 from Telstra and Optus.
[referenced url=”https://gizmodo.com.au/2018/10/google-pixel-3-review-the-other-way-to-make-a-killer-phone/” thumb=”https://i.kinja-img.com/gawker-media/image/upload/t_ku-large/fvfrigibhybfb0ry6rbu.jpg” title=”Google Pixel 3 Review: The Other Way To Make A Killer Phone” excerpt=”The history of smartphone improvement has largely relied on companies cramming faster or more powerful components into the now ubiquitous glass slabs we carry around. But the Pixel 3 is something else. Instead of focusing on things like a brighter screen, tons of RAM, or multiple rear cameras, almost all of the Pixel 3’s advantages come from a software-first mindset. This results in a smarter, more intuitive experience that feels very different from the hardware-driven approaches employed by many of Google’s competitors. And while this isn’t Google’s first attempt at something like this, this third Pixel (we evaluated both it and the Pixel 3 XL) is the device that really pulls all of Google’s efforts together and makes it feel special.”]
We have a review of the Pixel 3 for you to peruse right here, as well as a reminder of the key specs:
- 5.4-inch POLED display
- Android 10 OS
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 CPU
- 4GB RAM
- 64GB/128GB storage
- 12.2MP dual rear camera, 8MP dual front camera
- 2,915 mAh battery with Qi wireless charging
- 145.6 x 68.2 x 7.9mm
While the Pixel 3 launched with Android 9, it was one of the blessed first devices to get Android 10 thanks to be a Google phone.
As for the plans, Telstra is has discounted the Pixel 3 to $792 across a 24-month contract, which is a saving of $16.95 a month. Optus is even cheaper, discounting the device to $756 across a 24-month plan, which is a saving of $18.45 a month.
Here’s a table with all the 24-month plans from both providers:
On a 36-month plan that’s a saving $12.30 per month on Optus or $11.30 per month on Telstra.
And here’s a table with all the 36-month plans from both providers: