There are a ton of great back to school sales out there, with so many ways to save on the latest and best gadgets. However, it’s not often that one of those deals is for our best cheap phone that has been out less than a month. The Google Pixel 6a is one of the best mid-range smartphones we have seen — ever. It takes excellent photos despite its sub-$500 price tag, features a bright display and fits nicely in your pocket with its compact size. Plus, you get the power of Google’s Tensor chipset without breaking your bank. We may call the Pixel 6a mid-range, but it sits firmly on the list of our best phones — period. Of course, the Google Pixel 7 series is already confirmed to arrive before the end of the year. While details are still pretty scarce, that might put you off buying a new Pixel phone just yet. Then again, you still may never get a phone this good, this cheap. If you want an affordable Android phone, this is the deal for you. Need more tech before school starts again? Make sure to check out our ultimate back to school guide so you have everything you need before the summer ends.
