The release of the Google Pixel 9 line-up means older models have become cheaper to buy in India [File] | Photo Credit: REUTERS
During the ‘Made by Google’ event on August 13, Google unveiled the Google Pixel 9 base variant, the Google Pixel 9 Pro in two sizes, and the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold.
While all the phones fall under the premium and ultra-premium segments, the release of the devices is a welcome move for even budget-conscious gadget shoppers within India, as this means the prices of slightly older Google Pixel models, such as the Google Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro, Pixel 8a, Pixel 7, and Pixel 7a are now lower on Flipkart.
Let’s take a look.
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Phone | Storage | Reduced price |
Google Pixel 8 | 128 GB | ₹58,999 |
Google Pixel 8 Pro | 128 GB | ₹97,999 |
Google Pixel 8a | 128 GB | ₹52,999 |
Google Pixel 7 | 128 GB | ₹34,999 |
Google Pixel 7a | 128 GB | ₹37,999 |
Apart from online sales and deals, Google is beginning to build its retail presence within India, in the form of walk-in centres for device services, as well as distributing its latest devices through partners such as Croma and Reliance.