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When the 3a's first came out, there were only a hand full of cases and screen protectors to choose from, and hardly any reviews. And I'll be honest, I'd never used a glass screen protector before. Before what was prevalent was the flimsy plastic ones, but now it's glass. So I just took a chance on a brand. I bought Omoton Brand from Amazon.

I was very happy with them! They feel very nice under your finger, and they definitely have an oleophobic coating on them. And now they sell them with a plastic frame guide that makes installation incredibly simple and ensures a perfectly aligned fit.

Any negative reviews, which are common among most of these glass protectors, is that the glass is about as wide as the viewable screen, and doesn't go edge to edge. I personally have no issues with this. If it's installed properly, it protects the screen, and ensures no conflicts with any case you may use. I've now bought from this company three times for use on my phone and now my wife has a Pixel 3a. Also I personally don't like really bulky cases, so I've never used an Otterbox. But I have relatives that use them, and they are built like a tank, so i'm sure it does protect a lot. Here is a link to the exact Omoton protectors, with frame guide, that I just bought and installed on my wife's phone.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07S5K15Y4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_image_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Good luck!

I purchased the moment case, but didn't want to pay the ridiculous price for a moment portrait lens ($120 or so) so I bout the Sirui 60mm which was half the price. It is absolutely amazing.

Here are some shots taken with the lens.
https://photos.app.goo.gl/PtNieetKGYS5UFi4A

Some of those shots are taken with portrait mode, which really doesn't do the lens much justice because there's additional blurring going on. The 4k videos are a really good way to see how the lens works and how it focuses so I definitely recommend watching those. I have been so incredibly happy with the lens. Here's the product page on Amazon, and if you scroll down you'll see my review of it as well.

SIRUI Black Upgraded Version 60mm Portrait Mobile Phone Auxiliary Camera Attachment Lens with Mobile Lens Clip Adapter https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07G75YJVH/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_i_n0R2DbY3RW8M3

https://www.amazon.co.uk/totallee-Clear-Pixel-Cover-Flexible/dp/B07RL8S1RP/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?keywords=pixel+3a+totallee&qid=1565607452&s=gateway&sprefix=pixel+3a+total&sr=8-1

I think this is as thin as it gets but check the reviews...

I got the spigen liquid crystal and i find it bulkier than i would have liked.

Hope this helps 😊

I'm really enjoying this one. The kickstand is very strong and the case is great quality overall.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PRXRH65/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_i_1AYmDbAJ1N4TC

I've got an ESR case. ESR Metal Kickstand Series Compatible with Google Pixel 3a XL Case, Vertical and Horizontal Stand, Reinforced Drop Protection,Flexible TPU Case with Soft Back for the Pixel 3a XL (2019 Release), Clear https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PRVC2FQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_taa_lUOlDbXJGDYD1

It's a clear case. I'd say the phone is petty ugly in it, but I'm all function over form, so I don't care.

The kickstand works well - holds phone either horizontal or vertical. Volume and on/off buttons function well. Protection and grip are pretty good, but it doesn't protect the screen at all.

I just got my 3a about 2 weeks ago and I have this tempered glass on there. I like it a lot, it comes with a guide to put it straight and the oleophoic coating definitely does a good job at getting those oil smudges off. I have greasy hands from lotion and stuff and it wipes right off with ease on this tempered glass.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07NNQ36TJ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

How does the back of your case feel? I have one that looks identical but is from a different vendor and the back of it has this horrible texture that feels so rough and dry on my hands.

I have this screen protector and it goes slightly past the edge of the screen, but not all the way to the edge of the case, so there is still a gap. Like you I'm hoping to get a better combo later once there is more feedback.

I have a clear case with blue "bumper" it looks good with purplish Ringke Fusion Designed for Google Pixel 3a Case Protective Cover 5.6" (2019) - Aqua Blue https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RX5R2N7/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_U1lmDbFCHQR6P

Also like this one Incipio NGP Google Pixel 3a Case - Clear https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RJZPS56/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_B3lmDbGXXTQVQ

This is the screen protector pack I got. Cheap but good quality. I prefer these that only just go past the edge of the screen. There is a little screen bleed but that's what we deal with now because of the rounded glass edges all almost every phone now.
AILUN Screen Protector for Google Pixel 3a[5.6 inch Display],[3Pack],2.5D Edge Tempered Glass for Google Pixel 3A,Anti-Scratch,Case Friendly https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07QPJSSWF/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_ltU1CbZVZK8FD

I would go for a case. I went with this one. It fits beautifully and isn't bulky. Also knowing it is protected feels nice in case it drops hard one day or something

I have a cheap one by mpow which fit my 3a in a case without issue. Haven't used it underwater but it kept perfectly dry on a day of heavy rain and water rides at a theme park. Didn't effect the camera, touch screen still worked and I was even able to make calls.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B01IJKI874?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

I have a 3A XL with a cheap $11 case, but I love it.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07T7JMP2T

Use a clear case. I bought this one and love it.

https://smile.amazon.com/Spigen-Liquid-Crystal-Designed-Google/dp/B07MJ7VFB8/

I just switched my clear case out that had a lower above screen lip, too. Also, the new case covers the rocker switches rather than being cut outs so that will help protect them from dust/dirt. Good grip, stays spotless (no fingerprint marks, hasn't scratched). And only $3.82+. Google Pixel 3a case,MAIKEZI Soft TPU Brushed Anti-Fingerprint Full-Body Protective Phone Case Cover for Google Pixel 3a(Black Brushed TPU)

Here's the temp (cheap) case/screen protector combo I bought until a clear winner emerges in the market.

• WRJ Screen Protector Pixel 3a XL
  
  
• Sucnakp Case Pixel 3a XL
  
  Cost with 1-day shipping: $17 total.

There is this one:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07PJ63DXY/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Hard plastic so OK for nick and scratch protection but does not provide much impact protection. Very thin. Exposed buttons. Extends above the screen VERY SLIGHTLY so that at least on mine, the screen does not QUITE contact a flat surface when face down. The case is about the thickness of the lens protrusion but since there is a slight ridge around the lens opening the lens will not make contact when placed screen side up on a flat surface. I have one and I like it because it hardly adds any bulk or mass to the phone. But then I don't drop my phones. Much ;)

I've been using [this one] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07P3HTR7B/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_mMt8CbDCR53CC) for a couple of weeks now and it's been great.

Haha...I am probably one of the few who have a tempered glass case on a plastic phone. I love this ESR Mimic case. I usually go case less, but this is the only case I can use for any extended length of time.

https://www.amazon.com/ESR-Google-Pixel-Tempered-Glass-Scratch-Resistant/dp/B07PQS3CWV/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=pixel+3a+esr+mimic&qid=1571858949&sr=8-2

I'm using this ( https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07NNQ36TJ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 ). I like it and it's cheap.

My wife and I each bought a Pixel 3a this weekend. According to FedEx tracking, the phones should arrive on Tuesday.

I bought this 4-pack of screen protectors after checking other listings from the seller on Fakespot and ReviewMeta: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07NZLGWGH/

We both decided on this case after scrolling through the list of available cases and not being thrilled with any of the available choices: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07PPVHWPN/

I may switch to this Spigen case later on (but it wasn't in stock yet and won't be until 5/24): https://www.amazon.com/Spigen-Rugged-Armor-Designed-Google/dp/B07MJ7V552/

I'll try to remember to pop back in once we receive our phones next week and have an opportunity to apply the screen protectors and put the phones in the cases.

> https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PRVC2FQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_taa_lUOlDbXJGDYD1

How thick is the protrusion on the back, where the kickstand is?

It works fine with my Spigen Rugged Armor. https://www.amazon.com/Spigen-Rugged-Armor-Designed-Google/dp/B07MJ7V552/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=spigen+pixel+3a&qid=1558489689&s=gateway&sr=8-2

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I had the Nexus 6P version of that case, and loved it. When I got the Pixel 3a, it was what I looked for.





I've got the on-call phone for the week (but I get 2 weeks of dogsitting for giving up my weekend), and the on-call phone is a Pixel 2. They bought the Spigen Tough Armor for it, and it works with the squeeze function, but I don't like kickstands. The one my Samsung GS3 case had broke.