Google slashes prices of Pixel 8 series, 7a in India
Google has announced significant price cuts for its previous generation smartphones in India. This move follows the recent launch of the flagship Pixel 9 series. The price reduction applies to the entire Pixel 8 lineup, which includes three models, and select variants from the Pixel 7 series. This announcement comes just a day after Google confirmed that production for the standard Pixel 8 has commenced in India.
Price cuts across all storage configurations for Pixel 8 range
The price cuts announced by Google are applicable to all storage configurations in the Pixel 8 smartphone lineup. The most significant discount is on the Pixel 8 Pro, which was initially retailing for ₹1,06,999 for the base 128GB storage model and is now priced at ₹99,999. The starting price for the standard Pixel 8 has also been reduced from its launch price of ₹75,999 to ₹71,999. In comparison, the new Pixel 9 range starts in India at ₹79,999.
Additional discounts on Pixel 8a and Pixel 7a
Google has also reduced the prices of Pixel 8a and 7a by ₹3,000 and ₹2,000, respectively. The 8a now starts at ₹49,999, while the 7a will cost you ₹41,999. The new pricing structure is expected to make these smartphones more accessible to a wider range of consumers. However, on e-commerce sites, these handsets will likely sell for much lower. For instance, on Flipkart, Pixel 8 is currently selling for ₹58,999, while the 7a is listed at ₹36,999.
Google's smartphones available on Flipkart
Google's smartphones can be purchased from Flipkart, the company's only authorized seller in India. However, Google has also announced the offline availability of its new Pixel 9 series at retailers like Reliance Digital and Croma. To provide a hands-on experience for potential buyers, Google will set up walk-in centers in Bengaluru, Delhi, and Mumbai where customers can try out the new devices before purchasing them.
